Chapter 286
“Hey, big brother, is it that easy to detain your own fiancée?” Suddenly, a voice echoed from the other side of the room as another man entered, flanked by soldiers as well.
This newcomer sported a slicked-back hairstyle, unlike Max’s, paired with gold- rimmed glasses. He wore a white, vintage-style suit and casually fanned himself as he walked in.
If he weren’t slimmer and exuding a more delicate aura, you’d think he was Max’s twin.
The moment he appeared, I was reminded of the man from last night. Wasn’t he the one in the room at the Echinacea Inn? And he called Max his brother?
As he approached, Max waved his hand, and the soldiers immediately released Princess Harriet. She scurried barefoot to the man’s side, exclaiming, “I knew it! He’s been impersonating you, Silas. It infuriates me. You have to stand up for me, Garrett p>
Beneath his glasses, a cold gleam flashed in Garrett’s eyes as he looked down at her. “He is Silas, your betrothed. He just never wanted the engagement, so he had me posing as him. I’m Garrett, his brother, born just a minute later p>
Harriet was momentarily stunned, looking towards Max. “So he’s Silas p>
Max remained silent, and as Harriet attempted to run to him, he waved his hand again, and a line of soldiers blocked her path.
“Oh, brother, you’re so cold to your own fiancée, especially when she’s carrying your child,” Garrett taunted.
Max moved to my side. I wanted to glare at him, but he leaned in and whispered, “With everyone watching, give me a little face p>
Beneath my veil, I couldn’t help but smirk.
“You already have a fiancée,” I signed, gesturing with my hands.
He frowned slightly. “Sorry for not updating you on the plan. It was hectic.
Princess Harriet caught on as soon as you entered the banquet hall, so I had to stall for time p>
I huffed, my voice lost in frustration, with nothing to say.
“Yes, the fiancée takes precedence p>
“She can be dismissed.” His words barely left his mouth before he announced,. “Princess Harriet of Bravenland, due to her scandalous private life and carrying another man’s child, the engagement with Serythia is officially annulled p>
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Harriet was left in shock, clutching Garrett’s hand. “Garrett, you know the child is yours, right p>
But Garrett pulled away. “No, it’s not. Check the footage. The man you were with was a convict. You
arranged for me to be sent to
Echinacea last night; you shoul net
swnovel
have anticipated your own downfall p>
“But I sent a regular man,” Harriet protested.
“Did I drug myself?” Garrett scoffed, though I knew he was aware of the antidote
he had on hand last night.
If this were Harriet’s doing, there would be no antidote.
Suddenly, Harriet burst into laughter. “So you brothers were playing me all along? Fine, you’re all protecting this woman, huh? Don’t think I don’t
know she’s Lily’s sister. Lily is in my grasp, and there’s no way she’ll
escape p>
She clapped her hands, and soldiers marched in with Lily and Kate.
I tensed, wanting to step forward. So, Harriet had been aware of my connection to
Lily all along. No wonder every move Lily made was anticipated.
I watched Lily’s pale face as she bit her lip, forcing a smile at Harriet. “Harriet, you’re my only sister. I have no other p>
Even now, Lily was trying to protect me.
Harriet grabbed Lily’s chin, looking down at her with disdain. “Oh, really? Then why try to kill me yesterday p>
Lily chuckled, “Because only by getting rid of you will the people have a chance. Only then will resources be distributed fairly p>
Harriet laughed even louder. “Power and wealth have always been ours. Why should we share with them p>