Chapter 383 A Calculated Plea

As the order was spoken, the courtyard erupted into frightened pleas and muffled sobs.

Amid the confusion and rising panic, a slender young maid with a pale face suddenly pushed through the crowd. She hurried forward and dropped into a deep bow at Evander's feet, lowering herself so abruptly that the impact echoed against the stone pavement.

"Your Highness, please show mercy. I am Cleo, the former