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Dashnell, upon hearing this, looked toward Margaery.
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He wanted to discuss the next steps with her, but it was inappropriate under the scrutiny of so many eyes. If he made a wrong move, there might be no turning back.
Margaery had not anticipated such an event.
She was unprepared and could not instantly think of the right words. After all, the other party was a prince. A single misstatement could result in a serious charge, one she could not bear at that moment.
It was not as if her refusal alone would truly allow her to decline.
Lady Alicia was there, after all.
On the contrary, Marcus, having observed the situation for so long, was fully prepared.
He actually looks up at her with an expression of deep admiration, speaking with heartfelt emotion, “Margaery, although this is your first time meeting me, I have secretly watched you many times before.
“Five years ago, I fell in love with you at first sight, but at that time, you were Dominic’s fiancée. Dominic is my cousin. Since you and he were deeply in love, I could not bear to break you apart and could only harbor my feelings in secret.
“But now, Dominic has betrayed you, and you have broken off the engagement with him. I have finally waited for the chance to express my feelings. I ask you, for the sake of my years of devotion, to give me an opportunity, will you?
“I truly like you very much.”
His heartfelt confession left everyone stunned. “My goodness, Prince Marcus actually said such words. He must be deeply in love with Margaery! No wonder he was so attentive when he first entered.”
It must be said, Marcus’s approach was effective.
Before Margaery could speak, Raul realized this was a turning point and promptly said, “My daughter is deeply honored by Prince Marcus’s favor, and we are most grateful!”
As he spoke, he glanced at Margaery.
Raul thought, ‘After all, she is merely a tool for alliance. Marrying Marcus is far better than marrying Dominic. Once Marcus ascends the throne, I will become the father–in–law to the emperor, and the Hadley family can be set aside, forging the closest ties to imperial power…
‘Once the matter is settled, I could then find a way to remove Margaery and send someone else into the palace… Or, wait until Margaery gives birth to a child, then secretly causes her death, so that I would only need to support my young grandson.
‘This would also avoid any future complications or unforeseen events.‘
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With these thoughts in mind, Raul agreed on the spot, “In that case, let Margaery marry Prince Marcus”
The Hadley family members trembled with anger upon hearing that,
But no one could spare any attention to them.
Alicia immediately cooperated with Raul and gave the order, “Since this is the case, I will make the decision today. Three days from now, Margaery will marry my son! From this moment, begin preparations for the wedding!”
The situation escalated to this point, and Lady Alicia’s ambitions had been exposed. If she could not seize something from it, Lady Alicia would not be satisfied.
Alicia thought, ‘It would be better to take a desperate risk.
‘As long as I can control Margaery, the rest will be easy to handle
After Lady Alicia figured that out, she immediately set aside matters concerning the Hadley family.
Dominic was so furious that his body trembled. “Your Highness! She is my fiancée!”
Dominic thought, ‘How could Prince Marcus and Lady Alicia do such a thing?
‘Are they helping Margaery to embarrass me?‘
“Your engagement with Margaery has been dissolved,” Lady Alicia looked at him, her eyes full of disdain. “Who told you to break the rules and do such things with Tessa? If you cannot control yourself, who is to blame?”
Everything she had arranged suddenly collapsed, forcing her to take a desperate risk. Alicia was angry.
Dominic was angry as well.
Although his engagement with Margaery had ended, it was inevitable that Margaery would marry someone
else.
But under no circumstances should it have been Marcus. Even today, Marcus was so eager to propose to Margaery, stabbing him in the heart.
Dominic could not accept that. He clenched his fists and stared at Lady Alicia. “But Prince Marcus is my cousin. He is my family!”
“Minister Hadley.” Marcus’s face darkened upon hearing that.
Everyone could see his intentions. After all, it was an open move, made out of necessity. But being exposed on the spot was another matter entirely.
He turned to look at Seamus, a hint of threat in his eyes. “If Lord Dominic continues to make a scene, what benefit is there for the Minister’s estate?”
There was no benefit. If Marcus fell, the Hadley family would fall with him. No one would escape.
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Seamus was startled, and suddenly, upon regaining his senses, slapped Dominic. “Silence! You disgraceful thing, why aren’t you hurrying back to see your grandmother? Do you realize what state you’ve driven her into?”
Alicia was his sister. Regardless of the outcome, the Hadley family would benefit from Marcus’s ascension. However, Margaery must stand with Marcus’s faction, or else it was they who would suffer.
Seamus understood that clearly in his heart.
But Dominic had lost his reason.
Whether the Hadley family prospered or not, what did that have to do with Dominic today?
Today, Dominic had lost all dignity in front of everyone. Even if Marcus ascended and the Hadley family flourished, those riches and honors would have nothing to do with him. In the end, it would be the glory of those few sons born of concubines.
Dominic would not back down.
Finally, clutching his face, Dominic looked at Margaery resentfully and asked her, “Do you also wish to marry Prince Marcus? After all these years as childhood friends, he only glanced at you once. Do you expect him to treat you well?”
Margaery sneered, “I don’t wish for that, but do you have any solution?”
To her, they were all cut from the same cloth.
The poison had harmed Margaery. If they continued to press her, they could not blame her for being ruthless.
In any case, even if it cost her half her life today, she would draw a clear line between herself and Marcus and his faction.
“You…”
Dominic was left speechless, and finally spat out viciously, “Margaery Wallen, let’s see what becomes of you!”
With that, he stormed off in anger.
Staying there would only bring further disgrace.
He had finally realized that after Margaery’s matter was ruined, both Marcus and his father had chosen to
abandon him.
From now on, he would no longer be a match for those two sons born of concubines or the other collateral branches.
He had no choice but to slink away with his tail between his legs.
However, he would not let the matter rest. He would make each of those who drove him to desperation pay the price, one by one!
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Dominic, like a lone wolf, not only left the room but also departed from the Minister’s estate.
Margaery watched his figure leave, letting out a cold laugh.
‘Yet another person has revealed their true colors!‘ thought Margaery.
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After Dominic left, Margaery withdrew her gaze and looked at Marcus. “Prince Marcus, in your eyes, am I just
a plaything to be summoned and dismissed at will? Whoever wants me, gets me?
“Why don’t you just kill me.”
She pulled the hairpin from her head and pressed it against her throat. “Today, either Prince Marcus takes back his words, or I die here.”
If the Star of Fortune died, the nation’s fate would dissipate!
She wanted to see whether Marcus could bear such a charge!
“No!”
Marcus was shocked and grabbed her wrist!
But in the next moment, his wrist was seized by Dashnell. Dashnell’s grip was far stronger than Marcus’s. Marcus’s hand trembled, instantly losing its strength and releasing Margaery.
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.
