Chapter 5

The king was furious and snapped at me for being out of line.

He said, "Maurice, so what if a woman died? That's the end of it.

"Just remember, from now on, Andrea is the only woman you'll ever call your wife."

I dropped to my knees and thanked him.

A king who ruled with injustice deserves no loyal service. From now on there was no more faithful great general to stand by the crown.

Anyone who played a part in Adriana's death, whether directly or behind the scenes, should pay with their lives.

But I had to keep living…