Arielle Moore and Vinson Nightshire novel Chapter 1643

Chapter 1643 Poisoned

“He was what?” Lawrence prompted.

The queen mother shut her eyes tightly before opening them once again. “He was poisoned!” she announced, looking extremely desolate.

There were tear stains on her cheeks as she uttered those three words.

“What? He was poisoned?” the General of the Right asked skeptically. “Who’s the culprit? Has he been caught?”

The queen mother appeared visibly troubled. “The culprit is… Forget it. Let’s not pursue this matter any further,” she concluded after a long pause.

Lawrence was displeased to hear that. Our king was murdered, for goodness’ sake! How are we supposed to just let this go? A doubtful expression formed on his face as he cast a sharp gaze at Nancy.

“Who did it, Your Majesty? You sound hesitant. Are you trying to defend the culprit?” questioned Lawrence.

“No!” Nancy refuted, raising her voice. “That’s not what I’m doing!”

In spite of her objections, Lawrence noticed a hint of guilt in the way she spoke.

“Your Majesty, I know you’re aware of who the culprit is. Please tell us who it is,” said the earl with knitted brows. “His Majesty was your only son. He won’t be able to rest in peace if you don’t apprehend his killer!”

“He’s right, Your Majesty. You shouldn’t protect the culprit.”