?Chapter 417:


    Lily’s face drained of color at the sight of the ne. It was clear she hadn’t expected us to investigate it so thoroughly.


    Alice fixed a stern gaze on Lily, who was restrained by the soldiers, and demanded angrily, “Lily, exin yourself! Why would you do this?”


    Lily averted her eyes, remaining silent, dismissing our presence entirely.


    Seeing her firm resolve to keep her lips sealed, I sighed, realizing that further questioning would be futile. I then turned to Amon and said sincerely, “Amon, thank you so much for your help.”


    Makenna’s POV:


    Amon nodded with grave formality. “Miss Dunn, this is my duty. Trying to harm Lycan’s descendants is a serious crime. I’ll report this to Prince Bryan immediately and ensure a thorough investigation.”


    He gestured for the soldiers to escort Lily away. Just as he turned to leave, he paused, letting out a soft, almost deliberate cough—just enough to catch everyone’s attention.


    I frowned, puzzled. Amon’s eyes flicked toward Alice, and in a low, almost sheepish tone, he added, “Alice, don’t forget our dinner tonight.”


    Without another word, he quickly left the room, as though escaping the moment.


    The second he was gone, I rushed over to Alice, curiosity bubbling over. “Wow! Spill it—what’s going on with you and Amon? You have to tell me everything!”


    I couldn’t hide my grin as I watched Alice’s cheeks burn red. She fiddled nervously with the hem of her dress, her fingers twisting the fabric as though debating whether or not to confess.


    “Actually…” she began, her voice barely above a whisper. “When you told me the n this morning, the reason I thought of Amon was… well, he helped test the chicken soup yesterday. I figured if he’s willing to testify, we’ll have solid evidence to expose Lily and Molly.”


    “So you went to him, huh?” I covered my mouth to stifle augh. “No wonder Amon was on your mind first thing this morning!”


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    When Alice suggested his help earlier, I hadn’t questioned it—I trusted her instinctpletely.


    Alice nodded slowly, her face practically glowing with embarrassment. “I didn’t expect him to agree so quickly… He even lent me soldiers to search Lily’s room. But… there was one condition.” Her voice dropped to a murmur. “Dinner. He insisted on having dinner with me tonight.”


    I burst outughing, unable to resist. “Alice, it sounds like someone’s in love! Amon’s not just capable; he’s charming too. That dinner’s going to be something special.”


    “Makenna, stop!” Alice managed a shy smile, though I caught a trace of sadness in her eyes. She shook her head slowly, her voice softening. “You and I both know… once we enter the pce, we belong to the princes. With Amon… there’s no future for us.”


    The vulnerability in her voice was unlike anything I had ever heard from Alice.


    She was always the strong, confident one. Seeing her like this—doubtful and uncertain—made my heart ache for her. It wasn’t fair. We were all just pawns in the game of royalty. I wanted tofort her, but what could I say? We both knew the truth of it.


    Alice seemed to sense my concern. She straightened her back, shaking off the moment of weakness as if it had never happened. The light in her eyes returned, quick as ever. “Let’s not dwell on it,” she said. “Once Amon reports this to Prince Bryan, he’ll uncover the truth. Lily and Molly will get exactly what they deserve.”


    I nodded, though unease still churned in the pit of my stomach. Would things really go that smoothly? Could we trust that justice would be served?


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