Of course, Eden couldn't admit it; he wasn't foolish!
So he shook his head, firmly stating, "I'm only here to assist you! What's the difference whether you or I sit in that position? We're all family! I am your true uncle!"
"Bertie." Eden suddenly seemed a bit smug. "You are dying anyway! When one's life is at an end, why worry about Lu Layeka? You might as well entrust her to us!"
Jolie could no longer hold back. Wasn't this performance dragging on for too long?
So, she swept the curtains aside, with a hint of murderous intent, appearing behind the king, then standing by his side!
Another flash of lightning, and Eden could clearly see her as well. His smile froze on his face, and his chest suddenly tightened."… What audacity!" Jolie scolded.
Claire regretted not being able to stop her earlier; she was too fast!
Crackling sounds... faint electrical crackling filled the air, and the room immediately became brighter as the power returned.
The sudden brightness, just three meters away, caused Eden to squint. Rowan and Jolie, both with impassive expressions, stared at Eden.
The abrupt return of power seemed to tear away Eden's false facade, leaving him instantly flustered and guilty.
Footsteps approached, and Ivan and Jennifer appeared together, their cold gazes filled with hostility, as if they wanted to tear him apart!
Eden's heart sank, his face turning pale. Why were there so many people?
He had been prepared to make a desperate gamble, ready to say something, when more footsteps approached. He looked around warily.
Catherine emerged, followed by the royal physician, Claire, and several generals, senior officials, and ministers...
In less than a minute, several dozen people had entered the spacious bedroom. Everyone's cold, hostile stares bore into Eden.
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