When Petals Meet The Blade (Priscilla and Waldo) novel Chapter 219

Chapter 219

Even with guards everywhere, Garbisch remained uneasy after offending the Shaffer family today, fearing they might resort to underhanded tactilet

Jessica is inside,‘ Garbisch thought anxiously, ‘so why hasn’t she responded?‘

These royal hunting tents differed significantly from typical accommodations, exceeding even military tents in size and durability. Each year, the King hosted hunting parties for noble families who stayed for short, enjoyable periods.

Henry had wanted to visit Jessica for a while, but as an unmarried prince and she an unmarried noble lady, he worried a visit might cause speculation,

Amidst the gathering at the hunting grounds, where noble families mingled and some hosted informal drinking parties, Herry saw his chance to thank Jessica personally. He planned to use a visit to Garbisch as a convenient excuse. He caught the Queen’s eye thanks to Jessica, a fact Henry was aware of, even though she never publicized it.

“Jessica?” Garbisch called out again, “Jessica, are you in there? Answer me, or I’m coming in!”

“Just a moment, I’m changing!” Jessica called from inside the tent, glaring at the man leisurely drinking at the low table. ‘Is barging into a lady’s tent his new hobby?‘ she fumed inwardly, barely stopping herself from kicking him out.

Garbisch was still outside. Jessica, not daring to speak, could only cast a dagger–like glare at the man, her eyes conveying an unspoken command.

Jessica seethed inwardly, ‘Why don’t you just leave me alone?‘ Leon kept his gaze fixed on her, remaining completely still.

Sensing something was wrong, Garbisch quickly turned to Henry and suggested, “Your Highness, shall we step outside for a drink?”

Henry nodded. “After you, General Garbisch.”

Jessica was changing, and even if a man had pressing concerns, he would have to wait; besides, it wasn’t urgent. However, neither of them anticipated encountering Waldo the moment they left the hunting tents.

Henry hurried to greet him, and Garbisch responded with measured calm, “Your Highness.”

Waldo seemed surprised to see Henry. “What brings you here?”

Henry Francis quickly interjected, “The Yates family secured a top–three finish in today’s hunt, and I’ve come to congratulate General Garbisch personally.”

Garbisch responded promptly, “We simply had good fortune in finding some excellent game. You are too kind, Prince Henry.”

Waldo sneered, “Leon took first place, huh? I didn’t see you congratulating him.”

“Well…” Henry hesitated, momentarily speechless. ‘He was always so easygoing,‘ he thought, bewildered. ‘How could a single comment today leave me so utterly dumbfounded?‘

A deep voice cut through the tension. “I’m guessing Henry already checked my place, and when he didn’t find me, he came here.”

It was Leon. Waldo’s fist clenched as Leon stepped out of the tent, a flash of anger igniting in his eyes. “Leon, you just…”

“I was in Ms. Yates‘ tent,” Leon stated plainly.