?Chapter 431:


    At my words, a blush tinted Alice’s cheeks. She smiled bashfully and responded, “Oh, stop making wild guesses. Even if you’re right, I’m not spilling the beans.” Saying this, Alice gently nudged me.


    We shared augh and enjoyed a yful moment at the door. Then suddenly, a voice called from behind.


    “Miss Dunn, please wait!” I turned to find a man dressed in a dark tailcoat. His posture reflected the elegance of a seasoned butler as he stood a short distance away.


    A royal emblem adorned his chest. He addressed me with a respectful tone. “Miss Dunn, hello. I am the pce butler, charged with overseeing all pce affairs.”


    Taken aback, I responded, “Sir, how may I help you today?” The butler bowed formally and said softly, “Miss Dunn, given your condition as the expectant mother of Prince Bryan’s child, His Majesty is deeply concerned for your well-being. He has sent me to apany you in choosing a suitable servant to ensure you receive the best care possible.”


    The proposal caught me off guard. My immediate reaction was to decline. “This… it’s really not necessary. I can manage myself, and with the Lily situation just settled, I’d rather not stir up more issues.”


    Upon hearing this, the butler’s demeanor grew stern. “Miss Dunn, this is about the future of Lycan’s lineage. We must not take it lightly. Please, consider His Majesty’s concerns.”


    Realizing there was no room for debate, I sighed deeply and gave a reluctant nod.


    Under the butler’s guidance, Alice and I made our way to the servants’ quarters.


    A diverse array of servants, both young and old, stood arrayed in neat rows, each disying a disciplined demeanor, ready for selection.


    But to my dismay, I noticed Molly was also present, choosing servants.


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    Makenna’s POV:


    “What a coincidence, Makenna.” Molly, apparently unaware of my irritation and unaffected by my frosty attitude, greeted me with a radiant grin. “Are you here to pick servants as well?”


    I paid her no attention and focused solely on the servants arranged neatly before us. Alice, on the other hand, couldn’t hold back her feelings. She detested Molly’s attitude and snapped back with biting sarcasm, “Indeed, it’s quite a coincidence. If it weren’t for someone scheming with Lily and sneaking into Prince yton’s room, she wouldn’t even have the privilege of picking servants.”


    Molly’s expression stayed calm. Her slight smile suggested that she regarded Alice’s sharp words as nothing more than a gentle breeze.


    “Makenna, you go ahead and select your servant first.” She dismissed Alice’s remarks and turned to me with a bright smile. “You’re not feeling well, so it’s important you choose an excellent servant to look after you.”


    I barely acknowledged Molly. My only goal was to quickly pick a servant and leave this annoying ce.


    The servants stood rigid. Their posture reflected their meticulous training and education.


    Among them, a tall, strong servant with ck hair caught my eye. Her demeanor exuded a unique calm that felt just right for me.


    However, when I approached her, she shot me a disdainful look. What did that mean?


    I frowned, troubled by her expression. It was clear from her eyes that she had no desire to serve me.


    The same servant quickly turned her attention to Molly and said with enthusiasm, “Miss, I’ve heard about your fondness for sweets now that you’re pregnant. I can prepare a variety of desserts. Please, pick me.”


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