Chapter 136 - Wrath Of The Duke

Eloiza tried to shake her head but she couldn't move. 

Maverick stepped forward to Count Kennedy in those burning killer eyes. 

"It's you and your daughter who plotted this. This is a crime and I won't let it off easily, even if you are noble." 

"D-Duke," Maverick's hand was aching to punch but suddenly a man came and a flying punch came out of nowhere and Caleb started beating up the Count after it fell on the floor. He even corners him on top and punched his face and his stomach. 

"You bastard and your bitch daughter!" Caleb screamed. "How dare you hurt my sister!" 

The maids screamed but then, Caleb was picked up by Maverick's men. Caleb spits on the Count with those burning eyes. His body was in an adrenaline rush and he wanted to punch the bastard again. 

"Cal," Maverick called. "What the hell?!" 

"There, I already saved your ass for hitting a noble." 

Caleb was a commoner, but recently, he became a Lord more like a business partner of the Royal family. That's why no one shall provoke him. Not even any noble. 

"I am a Duke," Maverick mumbled to explain it to him. 

"I don't give a shit. When are you going to tell me that my sister was missing~~ and what do you mean nail?" 

Maverick was silent but then, the police came up and found a few boxes. They showed that they were freshly taken nails from someone's nail bed. There's one pinky finger and he almost didn't recognize it. But those nail art with M and heart on it only means that it's from Stacey. He admired it once when they were talking, kissing and naked on the bed. 

He stared at the special jewelry box that still has a label on it. Duke's Whore. 

"Seal that one and follow everything there." He commanded and a few more came in and out as the Kennedy family couldn't move like they were held as captive. 

"Wait!" Caleb stopped the man who was about to seal the box. "Let me see that." 

The man opened it for him and he stared at it. 

"Tell me that it's fake." He mumbled as his hands started shaking. Butler Paul let go of Lady Eloiza who slumped on the floor and was unable to lift a finger. "Tell me that this is fake!" He screamed at Maverick. 

"That's your sister's nail," Maverick said calmly although he felt how a brother would feel. 

"H~How?" He mumbled. "Where is she right now?" He exclaimed at Maverick.

"Calm down," Maverick reached his arm tightly. He then glared at the Count who was too fragile that needed some doctor.

Caleb became silent and calm suddenly. He knew that he started becoming angrier. Caleb was always nice but he already witnessed the moment when she became berserk. That was a long time ago when one of some bastards harassed his wife. 

"Cal," Kaisley approached them with Royal Bodyguards. "Calm down my love. Duke Maverick is already handling this." 

"Your highness!" Everyone curtsied to her or bow. 

Kaisley hasn't been crowned as Princess but it was already final from the Royal Family that she's indeed a Princess. But she could only handle business as a royal. Kaisley's cold glare turned into Eloiza who looked like a little girl from crying. 

"Duke Maverick, please search through them quickly. Prince Philip isn't pleased with how you let her leave your hotel room." Kaisley said softly. "Since it's kind of your fault, I'll let you settle this and report to Prince Philip." Kaisley holds her fiance. "Let's go love." She said softly. 

Everyone was shocked by the sudden appearance of Kaisley. The more shocking thing was that Duke Maverick is taking all of them down. 

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Victoria was caressing Stacey's hair while they were on the bed. She stayed with her after she took her painkillers. She's still crying in pain. She almost couldn't move or couldn't laugh. Her abdomen would hurt so much. She was watching the television where the Royal sent out news about the cancellation of the Kennedy Family from participating in any meeting in the court. They were on house arrest but not Eloiza and Lord Kennedy. 

She was satisfied with the outcome but it's not enough. A soft knock on the door caught her attention. She looked at the door as it gently opened and Kenzo's head popped out. He smiled at her. Her lips instantly stretched out to smile back. 

"I'll wait for you downstairs." He whispered and she nodded at him. She turned off the television as Kenzo left the door open and left. She looked down at Stacey for a while and then, she slipped off from the bed and pulled the fleece blanket over her shoulder. Then, she fixed herself and left Stacey's room. 

She went downstairs and found her husband speaking to Butler Reinheart. 

"Are we leaving?" She asked Kenzo. 

"No. We will wait for Maverick. But love, you have to eat. It's already dinner." 

"Oh," She nodded at him and reached his arm. "How about Stacey?" 

"She's asleep." 

"Then, I'll have dinner later with her." 

"Love, aren't you hungry?" Kenzo caressed her hair that might look messy. 

"I don't feel hungry." 

"Love, we have to leave eventually after this. Stacey will have to stay with Mave…" 

"Can't she stay with us?" She creased her brows. "It's partially my fault. I didn't send out someone to protect her." 

"Love, it already happened." Kenzo patted her head. "I and Mave will take care of everything and make sure that they will pay for it." 

She nodded at him as he moved closer and kissed her forehead. 

"I did promise you everything, right?" He smiled. "Stacey is like a little sister to me too. And I know that you feel raged… that's why I am slowly soothing it. Karma will get them eventually." 

"Thank you." Victoria hugged him tightly as the couple kissed passionately. Kenzo pulled out gently and sighed. 

"Let's eat?" She nodded at him. 

"We will also dine with the Lady of this house. She's the one who saved Stacey." 

"I'm so excited to meet her." 

Butler Reinheart escorted them to the dining hall and the woman approached them. She's wearing a formal dress with ruby gems and she curtsied. 

"Your grace," 

Victoria curtsied gracefully. Then, she extended her hand. 

"I'm Victoria." 

"Call me Empress." She smiled at her. 

"It's a pleasure to finally meet you, Empress." 

"Pleasures all my, your grace." Then she let go of Victoria's hand and gestured to the table. "Let's have dinner." 

Victoria was momentarily mesmerized by her beauty and she reminded him of someone with those beautiful aqua eyes. If Kenzo didn't remind her to sit, she'll be staring at her forever. The more she stared, the more beautiful she looked. 

"I'm sorry," Victoria sat down gracefully. "You are just so beautiful." 

Lady Empress smiled as she nodded. 

"Thank you, Duchess Victoria. You are stunning and wonderful. That's why your husband was so in love with you." 

Victoria giggled and looked at Kenzo who winked at her. During the dinner, they spoke about Stacey and what Lady Empress would do. She said that she'll stay here as long as she likes but the best option was staying with Maverick and reconciling. They knew that it was all a misunderstanding between the two but Kenzo claimed that Maverick was ready to propose that day. He had decided to be his Duchess after saying that he didn't want to live a single day without her. Although it's a bit exaggerated, both Kenzo and Victoria knew that Maverick will live like a robot without Stacey. 

After dinner, Victoria quickly excuses herself to check on Stacey. But then, Butler Reinheart came with wine. 

"Duke Maverick just arrived and went directly to Lady Stacey's room." 

"I understand," Victoria mumbled. "I'll stay a little bit. I know that Maverick missed her so much." 

"Mave was worried. I could see anger in his eyes. Even Butler Paul nearly killed Eloiza." Lady Empress said as she sipped on her wine. 

"Hmm," Victoria nodded her head to her wine. "So, you saw that it happened?" She asked. 

"My men reported it to me." She said. "Please stay for a night. I already set up a room for you near Stacey's room. Currently, we are only occupying the west wing of the castle." 

Victoria looked at Kenzo who nodded. 

"Stacey needs me," Victoria said. "Although I missed my mom, I'll have to stay for a night? I~~I want to make sure that Stacey won't get~~" Victoria paused. She doesn't know how to explain the breakdown. 

"I understand, your grace. I set up a mini-fridge. You don't have to go down to the kitchen if you are hungry. I know that there will be times that you might not be able to sleep in this situation." 

Victoria smiled, letting out a sigh of relief. 

"Thank you." 

"I'll retire to my room." She bowed her head as Kenzo and Victoria bowed back at her. Kenzo smiled at Victoria and gave the glasses back to one of the Butlers and went upstairs to Stacey's room. 

Victoria knocked gently and opened it. Maverick was kissing Stacey's forehead and he held her and mumbled a few words. She only peeks at them as Kenzo takes her to their room. She has to give them a moment. She also knew that it's hard for Maverick to go on with it. 

"You are tired," Kenzo said softly. "I have our clothes in the closet and," He kissed her temple. "Give me a little attention. Okay?" 

Victoria nodded at him. 

"Massage?" 

He pouted at her and kissed her cheeks down to her neck. 

"More than a massage." 

"But, Kenz. I don't think that we could." 

"I don't mind." He kissed her lips. "Let's just take a shower. I'm fine with it. Later, I'll have to show them my wrath." 

She giggled hearing how sexy he was when threatening something. 

"I would love to see it."