Ellsworth conveyed, “I’m on the case.


    The moment I identify the assant, I won’t be lenient.


    ”


    “As part of thepensation, I request that you locate that individual and deliver them to my interrogation room in Cadiered.


    I’ll handle the matter personally,” Nathan demanded.


    “Well…” Ellsworth appeared unsure.


    “Even though they’re assassins, they’re still Aldorian citizens.


    Isn’t it improper to take them to Cadiered for trial?”


    Wearing a stern and determined look, Nathan stated, “These assassins are orphans, brought up by the ck market’s personnel.


    They pose a significant threat.


    I’m solely interested in the individual who attacked Lucinda covertly.


    I’ll take him back to Cadiered.


    It will remain discreet, and no one else needs to know.


    ”


    Ellsworth held his tongue, visibly conflicted.


    Letting Nathan quietly take someone away aspensation wasn’t a serious concern.


    However, Ellsworth hadn’t taken over the throne yet.


    If someone found out and reported it to his father, he would be in trouble.


    Moreover, he was a stickler for protocols.


    Ellsworth sighed.


    “Mr.


    Payne, truth be told, I’m merely the heir, and I’m constantly on edge, fearing that a


    single misstep could lead to my downfall.


    I’m concerned that carrying out a covert extraction won’t be feasible.


    If I identify the culprit, I can follow the proper procedure, report to the king, and do my utmost to have him handed over to Cadiered.


    ”


    Understanding Ellsworth’s character, Nathan refrained from pressing further.


    He consented.


    A hush fell upon the room.


    Ellsworth sipped on his fruit tea as Nathan cradled his slumbering wife in his embrace.


    To ensure Lucinda slept soundly, he refrained from shifting, even if it meant enduring numb legs.


    The silence persisted for several minutes until a police officer knocked on the door and entered.


    He greeted Ellsworth with deference and then turned to Nathan, saying, “We’vemenced the third round of questioning.


    The director would like me to inquire about something.


    ”


    Without lifting his gaze, Nathan replied steadily, “Proceed with your question.


    “Does anyone hold a grudge against you or your wife? Or perhaps a particrly fierce rival?”


    “In Aldoria? We have no adversaries orpetitors here.


    ”


    The police officer took notes attentively.


    “Any suspects on your mind regarding this incident?”


    While Nathan’s gaze remained fixed on Lucinda in his embrace, his thoughts drifted to her suspicions regarding N’s true identity, his eyes chilling over.


    “Yes, Danilo Brewer.N?velD(ram)a.?rg owns this content.


    ”


    The police officer was taken aback and instinctively nced at Ellsworth.