113 Returning to the Inner Court (Part 1)

Timewise, Konrad had been gone for less than an hour. However, for Iliana who had to remain still within the nuptial chambers while worrying about what was occurring in the outside, that timeframe was already unbearable.

Konrad said nothing, stepping onto the bed to lie by her side.

"Angry?"

"Angry!"

"Why?"

"You're treating me like a fool! Did you think I didn't know you've been plotting with my dad? Even if I didn't know the exact nature of your plan, your use of a scapegoat wasn't hard to guess.

But instead of being frank with me, you chose to keep me in the dark from beginning to the end. Am I your partner, yes or no?!"

While Iliana's rage exploded, Konrad remained stoic.

"If I involve you, can you bear the cruelty of my plans?"

"How will you know if you don't try?"

"Good. Then from now on, I swear to never keep you in the dark. If I lie, may heaven…"

But before he could finish his words, Iliana placed her fingers on his lips while shaking her head in disapproval.