When Petals Meet The Blade (Priscilla and Waldo) novel Chapter 292

Chapter 292

Not long after, Nolan came back with news. “Miss Jessica, the people at the Royal Pharmacy said that only the people from Consort Adele’s palace and the Queen’s palace have taken Aconite in the past ten days. As for Knotweed Root, only the people from Consort Adele’s palace have taken it

Jessica frowned in contemplation.

When used individually, both Aconite and Knotweed Root can calm the mind and spirit, offering a soothing and tranquilizing effect.

Monica soon returned with her findings. “Consort Adele has been staying at Harmony Palace since the autumn hunt, except for one visit to Waldo House. Rumor has it she’s been fasting and praying for Prince Waldo’s leg to heal.”

Jessica thought, ‘Makes sense given the circumstances.

‘If Prince Waldo’s leg doesn’t heal, all of Consort Adele’s scheming will be in vain. With so many royal sons to choose from, even if Prince Waldo were outstanding, the King would hardly want a disabled heir to succeed to the throne.

‘Just like Prince Leon. In the King’s eyes, his disfigurement makes him an undesirable heir. Unless necessary, the King would never want a disfigured son

to inherit the throne.

‘After all, with so many royal sons, the King had plenty of alternative heirs to choose from.

‘Consort Adele probably hasn’t been up to anything significant lately.‘

Leon frowned and thought, ‘If it wasn’t Consort Adele… Could it be the Queen?‘ He had arranged for Leanna to be sent back. Tonight, Jessica would remain in the palace, and he also would stay, foregoing his return to Leon House.

Temporarily, the courtyard served as their base of operations for the investigation and for hosting Malik and Elsie.

Leon said, “The Queen has indeed been active lately, but Keenan still isn’t up to par. Right now, the Queen should be helping Henry win the King’s favor, not targeting others.

“Besides, targeting Malik doesn’t align with the Queen’s current objectives. She has no motive for the crime.”

Jessica said decisively, “It’s also possible it was brought in from outside the palace.” She immediately instructed Nolan, “Go and check the recent palace entry and exit logs from all departments.”

The meals at Radiant Palace were delivered by palace eunuchs and maids. Those who had brought the food that day were all brought in for questioning. Each of them was visibly nervous, clearly aware they might be implicated. Their unease was understandable, but for now, none stood out as particularly suspicious, at least not yet.

Nolan’s findings came back quickly. Since the autumn hunt, everyone in the palace had kept to themselves, except for Consort Adele, who had once left the palace with Aryana and her two maids.

It was worth noting that leaving the palace was no simple matter for maids and eunuchs. Even with an exit pass, they had to provide detailed explanations for their departure, unless there was urgent business. They generally wouldn’t leave without good reason.

Jessica waved her hand dismissively and ordered, “Detain those who delivered the meals yesterday. I’ll question them thoroughly later.”

Nolan immediately set off to execute the order.

Jessica stood up. Monica hurriedly asked, “My lady, where are you going?”

Leon said nothing, but he already knew what Jessica was thinking.

“My mother has not returned to the palace recently, so it is not appropriate for me to walk in the Palace Harem. Let General Garbisch accompany you,”

said Leon.

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Chapter 292

“Are you worried about my safety, Your Highness?” Jessica smirked.