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    Lately, she had been digging into Cedric’s life, reading everything she could find about him. She understood he was talented and fiercely loyal to his wife. She wanted to ask—if Cedric treats his wife so well, why did they end up divorcing?


    Hamilton responded, “They lost a child, and that haunted Dani deeply. She lost control and even became violent towards Cedric. Don’t let her looks fool you—she’s dangerous. You can check with anyone. Cedric gave up his career to dedicate himselfpletely to her. She even insists he cook for her daily. Burdened by lost dreams, Cedric is nearly broken.” As he spoke, he managed to squeeze out a few tears.


    Niks, standing close by, was left speechless.


    The princess listened, her eyes soft with sympathy. “Cedric’s a good man. He shouldn’t have to go through this.”


    Seeing the princess’s kindness, Niks stepped forward to speak, but Hamilton jerked him back sharply.


    The princess looked confused. “What’s wrong? Did he want to say something?”


    Hamilton shoved Niks toward the door, his voice harsh. “Stop daydreaming. Haven’t I told you? The princess isn’t interested in you. She likes Cedric. I tried to help, but it didn’t work. Her heart’s made up. Let her go. If you cross her, I won’t go easy on you. Now, get out!”


    The princess gave Niks a regretful nod. “My heart belongs to Cedric alone. I won’t marry anyone else. Please don’t waste your time.”


    Niks was left utterly speechless.


    The princess excused herself with grace, saying she wished to speak with Cedric privately soon.


    Hamilton nodded brightly and waved her away with eager energy.


    As the car disappeared, Hamilton’s fake smile faded, reced by a sharp, icy re at Niks. “If you mess up my ns, I swear I’ll kill you!”


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    Hamilton’s face contorted into a cruel sneer, making him truly terrifying. Niks was filled with deep disappointment.


    “Cedric has no feelings for the princess. I don’t get why you’re so set on splitting Dani and Cedric. Didn’t you catch that flicker of admiration Cedric had when he looked at Dani? How can you be so heartless?”


    Hamilton waved him off. “So what? What counts is cash, power, and ultimate fame. I don’t get what you’re saying. You’ve been with Dani too long, losing your mind and talking rubbish to me.”


    Niks sighed. “Having been with Dani so long, I’ve learned to hold on to integrity, dignity, limits, and self-respect. Some things in life mean more than money.”


    Hamilton sneered. “Oh really? Then forget about asking for any part of my inheritanceter.”


    His arrogance hung thick in the air, impossible to ignore. Niks answered firmly, “Own up to what you’re doing. Dani has no clue about your scheme to match Cedric with the princess. She seems calm, but if she finds out, she won’t forgive you.”


    Hamilton shot back with a re. “What did I do wrong? I’m doing what’s best for Cedric. If Dani really cares, she’d step aside. That’s what’s best for him!” Niks knew then that Hamilton was hopeless.


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