Chapter 129

Chapter 129

Marquis Penceir didnt say anything back.

Silence stretched between them once more, but it didnt last very long. The marquis spoke.

Give me an explanation as to why Carynne Evans did not sin. A convincing explanation, in detail.

Done.

In front of Marquis Penceir, Raymond wrote with a fountain pen on a piece of parchment, then spoke.

If we reveal Crown Prince Gueuzes collection, it would be convincing to say that Carynne killed him accidentally in self-defense.

You want me to willingly damage the reputation of the Royal Family?

I will pay the price.

Raymond pointed to himself. But Marquis Penceir shook his head.

What about Prince Lewis.

He must have been stabbed with the sword by Crown Prince Gueuze.

Didnt you say that Carynne was the one holding that sword?

Yes, but it wasnt Carynne who used it. It was His Highness Gueuze.

Evidence?

Its not decisive evidence per se, but it must have been Crown Prince Gueuze who lowered the sword from the wall. He was the one who used the blade first, then Carynne picked it up.

Thinking back on the sketches, Marquis Penceir realized that the story lined up.

Isnt it possible that she killed Gueuze first, and then Lewis?

It isnt.

Why?

She cant reach it.

Aha.

It was for a simple reason.

If we consider the timeline, then Crown Prince Gueuze lowered the sword first. Of course, he was the only one there who could have reached it. Thereafter, he used the sword on His Highness Lewis Truthfully, I dont quite understand. The first in line to the throne is still Crown Prince Gueuze. He could have just waited.

At Raymonds rumination, Marquis Penceir turned a deaf ear.

Its the Royal Family were talking about, the marquis said. Anyway, so when Gueuze and Lewis were in an altercation, Carynne strangled him from behind But why did she pick up the sword again?

Most likely for her maid.

Her maid? Ah, yes. You mentioned that theres one more. Why her?

It was soon a forgotten fact that Donna had been there. But Raymond knew immediately how she had died.

One each of her arms and legs was found in Countess Elvas mansion Crown Prince Gueuze had sent them to Carynne. From how much they had dried up, its clear that they were severed from the maids body a long time ago, and the characteristics of the body parts have been confirmed to be hers.

And the reason behind why Carynne killed Donna was simple.

It was a mercy killing.

Haa.

Marquis Penceir rubbed his temples with both hands. He couldnt wrap his head around it fully.

Then why did she say that she killed them all?

Raymond seemed certain.

Its

To start over.

Carynne sat down in the chair that Raymond pulled out for her, as if it was the most natural thing in the world.

On the other hand, youre still as pretty as ever.

Even in a situation like this.

When would Carynne not be pretty? This question suddenly passed fleetingly in Raymonds mind. Why was this woman still so pretty in his eyes amidst all this? Did he go crazy?

However, regardless of what Raymond felt when he saw her, Carynne didnt seem to think of this to be a big deal.

Thank you.

Raymond had been scrambling around until now, and he was the one who had become utterly exhausted and unkempt.

He went ahead and sat as well, in front of Carynne with the table between them. The guards were watching from the back.

Raymond spoke to them.

Please give us a moment of privacy.

That is impossible.

What could we possibly do in this place? I am just her fianc. You must understand how difficult the situation is.

Raymond handed over a pouch full of gold coins. But the prison guard would not take it.

I shall not accept it.

Dont be that way.

The little squabble made Carynne giggle.

Wow, Sir Raymond. Youre even bribing people now? Youve become corrupted.

Carynne.

Raymonds face slightly turned red, but he hurriedly turned his head, and the guard stepped back with an amusing expression on his face.

I will be right outside. And the door will be left open. No exception.

Fine.

With her elbows on the table, Carynne waved at the guard, her eyes twinkling. Its as if she was playing a little game.

Hmm, are you going to interrogate me? Thats funny. I did think that it would end up like this.

Is this situation fun to you?

If I dont find it fun, whats that going to do?

They had already confessed their love that starry night, but they both knew that their love could not come true.

Carynne. Marquis Penceir will be the next king.

Oh my, really? Ahh, thats because Prince Lewis is dead, huh I wonder what the coronation will be like.

Prince Lewis, you

Raymond tried not to think about it anymore.

You will be able to see it.

I wont though?

You know why I wont.

Carynne propped her chin on one palm. And she crossed her legs. Ka-tak, ka-tak. He felt the reverberation of her nodding leg.

You cant save me. Its too late.

Watching her rebellious attitude, Raymond brought his hands together and leaned forward.

He must persuade her.