Chapter 728

Lorna's fingers trembled, and for a long time, she couldn't find her voice.

Outside the palace, Tiberius's carriage rumbled into the distance. Jonas followed closely behind, head bowed, barely daring to breathe. A night breeze swept past, carrying the sweet scent of sweet osmanthus, but it felt as though a bitter undertone lingered in the fragrance.

Tiberius closed his eyes. His mind was entirely