When Petals Meet The Blade (Priscilla and Waldo) novel Chapter 65

Chapter 65

Chapter 65

After successfully escorting Malik and Else to Radiant Palace, the designated reception hall, Jessica was finally free.

Elsie had kept her entertained all morning, and by the time they were heading back, Jessica was exhausted. It seemed like Elsie had boundfiles an

“My lady, I must say, Her Highness is such an interesting person,” Monica remarked, relieved.

At first, she had been worried, but she never expected Elsie and Jessica would became such good friends

Jessica, tired, replied lazily, “She’s playful and impulsive, but not a bad person. Though, she’s still from the royal family.”

My lady, you never really considered being her true friend, did you?” Monica asked, a bit helplessly

For years, Jessica had lived for Waldo and had no true friends of her own. Monika had hoped that, this time, Jessica might finally find someone she could truly call a friend.

“Prince Leon is like a thom between me and her. As long as that thorn remains, we can never truly be friends.”

Jessica closed her eyes and leaned back against the carriage wall, trying to rest.

“Unless one day, Prince Leon gives up on me as his pawn… or she stops liking him.”

“Pawns?” Monica was taken aback.

Jessica remained calm and unaffected. “Do you really believe Prince Leon likes me?”

Monica didn’t respond. Prince Leon was an enigma; no one could truly understand his intentions.

“Then what else would this constant closeness be, if not playing a game?” Jessica continued, her voice steady. “But let’s not talk about this anymore. Walls have ears, and trouble often follows careless words.”

She shifted the subject. “There’s a banquet at the palace tonight, and my brother will be going too. Go with him, and make sure he stays safe.”

Garbisch was straightforward and honest, but with the recent troubles he had faced, Jessica was worried about him going out alone.

Monica, being sharp and dependable, knew that Jessica would feel at ease it she accompanied Garbisch.

Monica nodded. “I understand.”

That night, Jessica was alone. As the evening settled in, she made her way to visit General Algernon.

“General Algernon’s health is worsening. While the medicine is keeping him alive, his condition isn’t improving,” Wiley said.

Wiley Craig, the butler who had served General Algernon for many years, had focused on managing the Delight Hall at Jessica’s request, rarely showing up anywhere else in the mansion.

As Jessica was about to leave, Wiley couldn’t hold back. “My lady, do you think there’s still hope for General Carbisch’s recovery?”

“I’m still searching for a better treatment, Wiley. Don’t worry. As long as we have hope, there will always be a chance.”

Garbisch was a good man–loyal, honest, and dedicated to his country and people. Like their father and uncles, he was a great general who lived for his country. She couldn’t believe that someone like him would lose everything God wouldn’t be so cruel to such a man.