Chapter 333. Ill Give You A Chance (2)

Translator: Aura / Editor: SaWarren

Heinley finally learned the method to sense the flow of mana from Grand Duke Kapmen.

The last few days had been so boring that I was eager to learn it right away. Although I had not revealed my impatience, I wanted Heinley to teach me how to control mana as soon as possible.

Once I learned to control mana, I would show my parents what I could do, so I told them in advance, Theres a surprise Ill show you soon.

However, Heinley shook his head when I asked him to hurry up and help me control mana.

Not now, My Queen.

Why?

I just learned it. Its dangerous.

Wouldnt it be more dangerous if you forgot it over time?

First I have to test if I can do it right.

What kind of test? How was he supposed to test it?

I frowned and looked at Heinley with a face like, Are you serious?

However, Heinley was adamant when it came to my safety.

Its useless for you to look at me in such a lovely way.

I let out a sigh. He would never give in on a matter like this.

How do you plan to test it?

Finally, when I asked a little uneasily, Heinley responded with a meaningful smile.

I have a test subject.

A test subject?

Yes, so please be a little patient, My Queen. After I test it, Ill help you control mana.

Okay

Are you upset, My Queen?

No.

I think youre upset

Not really.

My Queen

What do you want?

Heinley, who looked at me stunned for a moment, shook his head with a sad face.

Well. If My Queen says no, its no. I was worried because you answered me with a few words, but Ill trust My Queen.

***

Your Majesty? Who did you fight with?

Heinley lifted his downcast gaze at the sound of McKennas cheery voice.

What happened? Why are your eyes puffy?

McKenna took a step back, amazed at his depressed expression.

Nothing. Where is Marquis Ketron? Has he not arrived yet?

Its almost time for him to arrive

Just as he answered, an attendant entered to announce that Marquis Ketron had arrived.

McKenna hurried to sit down and straightened his back proudly.

Let him in.

Heinley spoke in a firm voice. Then he watched Marquis Ketron enter with his arms folded on the desk.

There was no force in the Marquiss steps as he entered. The corners of his mouth drooped, and his arrogant eyes wavered.

Normally he looked like a seahorse, but today he looked like a half-dried seaweed.

His pale, dark complexion hinted that the rumors of his recent family troubles were true.

Maybe its also because of his cousin Christas death, McKenna thought to himself.

However, Heinleys expression did not change as he watched the powerless Marquis Ketron.

He did not have a face of happiness, nor of compa.s.sion.

Heinley remained in a crossed arm posture, and once Marquis Ketron came within five paces of his desk, he asked in a deep voice,

What is old Duke Zemensias weakness?

Marquis Ketron looked at Heinley very surprised.

After the news that Christa had committed suicide everyone was in shock. The old Duke went to visit Marquis Ketron today and told him that Heinley was surely involved in this, so he asked Marquis Ketron for his help in making a plan because no doubt the Emperor intended to eliminate everyone who had any connection with Christa.

A couple of hours later, he received the imperial order to go to the palace.

Now, Marquis Ketrons mind was a mess.

His cousins suicide, his uncles request, the series of private meetings with the Emperor, the conflict with his wife, the cold stares of his children

Everything was a mess. He was afraid, but the confusion was greater.

Now he asks me about my uncles weaknesses?

Why do you ask me that sudden question?

Dont you understand, Marquis?

!

Im giving you a chance to change sides.

Marquis Ketrons eyes fluttered intensely.

You mean

Sell your uncle.

Marquis Ketrons eyes fluttered even worse.

Your Majesty, what are you saying?

Whats wrong with that? Old Duke Zemensia sold his daughter to cover up his own crimes.

Heinley continued to corner him, not giving him time to think calmly.

Its not as difficult a decision as the old Dukes. If you tell me your uncles weaknesses, Ill forget all youve done.

But

I dont know why you hesitate so much. Its easy. Look at it this way. Dont you think the old Duke who sold his daughter to save his life wouldnt sell his nephew?

After thinking about it briefly, Marquis Ketron opened his mouth.

His weakness is his two grandchildren.

A smile came across Heinleys face.

I see. He loves them so much that he didnt mind sacrificing his daughter.

Marquis Ketrons heartbeat quickened. Is it true? Is it true what he is saying? Did the old Duke really abandon Christa? Or is he trying to separate me from the old Duke?

It was hard to imagine that the old Duke would have abandoned Christa for his own sake, but it would be different if it were for the sake of his son and grandchildren.

He adored his two grandchildren very much. Even at the state council before Christa left for Comps.h.i.+re, the old Duke didnt open his mouth.

Still, what on earth had happened to make him abandon Christa again? From the time Christa left for Comps.h.i.+re until now, the old Duke had been silent. This was strange.

Heinley stared at a puzzled Marquis Ketron, and eventually opened his mouth.

Thank you for telling me your weakness. But that was too easy to erase your crimes, dont you think?

What else did he want?

Marquis Ketron looked at Heinley in surprise. This was something even McKenna didnt know, so he was surprised as well.

What else do you want

Your body.

McKenna dropped the papers he held in his hands instantly, while Marquis Ketron took a step back.

What?!