When Petals Meet The Blade (Priscilla and Waldo) novel Chapter 250

Chapter 250

Upon hearing Nolan’s news, Jessica’s expression remained unchanged as she continued sipping her coffee

Garbisch’s heart sank with unease. He said, “Jessica, we failed to protect Waldo. I fear the King will hold us accountable”

Jessica gently swirled the teacup lid to skim the floating tea leaves and asked nonchalantly, “We saved Waldo, why would the King will want to puritán

us?”

“But the Royal Guard token we hold was given by the King because he had no other choice,” he said, “I fear he’s already nursing resentment, and now he finally has an excuse to come after the Yates family.”

At that time, Jessica deliberately delayed rescuing Waldo, forcing the King to hand over the Royal Guard token to her.

Since the Royal Guard was established to protect the royal family, Jessica’s appointment as deputy commander made it only natural for her to rescue Waldo.

But Jessica had forced the King’s hand.

Defying the King was practically a death wish.

Though the King said nothing at the time, he’d exact his revenge in due time.

“But I’m truly a valuable asset. Even if the King is angry, he should recognize our family’s worth.” Jessica glanced at him with a smile. “Relax, brother. The King judges people well, he’s not as incompetent as you think.”

“Jessica, watch your words!” Garbisch’s expression changed abruptly as he hurriedly cautioned, “Loose lips sink ships.”

Jessica simply smiled knowingly and said no more.

Monica nodded in agreement. “Miss Jessica is absolutely right. Waldo may have been the one nominally in charge of the Royal Guard, but you’ve always been the one truly running things for him. Most of the guards already acknowledge you as their real leader, Mr. Yates.

“Now that the Royal Guard token is in your hands, Mr. Yates, it’s only natural for you to take full command of the men who’ve always followed you. The King isn’t foolish, he knows your contributions and won’t be angry!”

Garbisch shook his head at the two of them. “Monica, your lady has clearly been a bad influence on you. Daring to speak of His Majesty like that behind his back, do you have a death wish?”

In truth, Garbisch was at his wits‘ end with these two. There was nothing he could do about them. But Monica did have a point.

With Waldo’s leg now crippled and his recovery uncertain, and Leon also injured during the hunt, someone must take charge of the Royal Guard’s duties in the capital.

The King was a wise ruler, after all. At a time like this, he surely knew how to recognize talent and put it to good use.

“As long as the Yates family remains valuable to the King, he won’t hold us accountable. If he ever decides to come after us, it only means we’ve become expendable.” Jessica set her cup down and glanced at Monica. “Go and see if Leanna is ready.”

“Understood,” Monica replied with a nod, then took her leave.

Taking the hint, Nolan also quickly excused himself.

Jessica wanted to have a word with Garbisch./

When only the siblings remained in the study, Jessica looked at Garbisch and softened her voice. “Brother, Priscilla has been subjected stration. From now on, her life will be a living hell. She’s completely finished.”

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Chapter 250

Garbisch’s voice trembled as he called out, “Jessica…”