Forgotten Wife：Let the Traitors Kneel Down Novel

A life without meaning Dantriel had not promised to keep it a secret. Abril's existence weighed heavily on him; his word could not be missed, especially when it was the crown that demanded his loyalty. "My story is the same as Ethan's, Your Majesty," he said. "You lie," she retorted, turning away from him. "It would be better if I locked you up alongside your friend, my best general." Dantriel bowed deeply, the weight of her words sinking in. He left before Abril could regret her decision. He made his way to the dungeons, where Ethan was confined.

The man sat against the wall of his cell, his back supported by the cold stone. The guard announced Dantriel's arrival, and Ethan's expression shifted. "What are you doing here?" Ethan asked, his voice laced with concern. Dantriel addressed the guard. "Leave us alone." "I can't. It's the queen's orders." "Please, let us speak in private," Dantriel urged. The guard hesitated but ultimately relented, stepping away from the cell. Dantriel entered, closing the door behind him. "I'm worried about you, Ethan.

You're my friend, and I don't want to see you die." "The queen won't kill me," Ethan replied defiantly. "She's growing impatient. If you don't give her what she wants, she will torture you until you break." "I sent you to-" "No, I tried to intercede for you," Dantriel interrupted. "But if I'm honest, I believe I prefer your life over my own." Ethan looked away, despair etched on his face. "I'm here with nothing to live for. Without Sofia, this world makes no sense to me." Dantriel felt a tumult of emotions within him.

On one hand, he wanted to fulfill the promise he had made, but on the other, he wanted to save his friend. "Ethan, if you don't speak, I will have to act as you wish," Dantriel said, his voice firm. "I hope you choose wisely." Meanwhile, Maya was waiting for Cassian to wake up. The little girl had appeared suddenly, her presence a reminder of the urgency of their situation. "Although there's been some improvement, it won't last forever," she warned. "It's only temporary." "Let go of the little pixie," Cassian murmured, his voice thick with sleep.

"She could wake up at any moment." "I've been thinking," Maya said, her tone serious. "If I can't convince you, I wonder if your human lover could." Maya tightened her grip on the pixie, her eyes narrowing. "Do you want to die? Because if that's the case, I could end you right now." The pixie remained silent, refusing to respond. "But it's worth it," Maya continued, her voice steady. "I can endure your annoyances, but if you can't do it with Cassian-" "You're harassing me. You could let me go," the pixie protested. Maya hesitated, her resolve wavering as tears filled her eyes.

"Please don't kill me. Don't tell your human lover. I'm too young to go." Maya released her grip slightly. "Go, I don't want to see you again." The pixie didn't hesitate. She flew up and settled beside Cassian, wanting to feel his warmth and calm her anxious heart. As he stirred, he wrapped his arms around her. "Good morning! How did I find you here?" he asked, his voice soft. Maya buried her face against him, tears spilling down her cheeks.

"I'm just happy to be in your arms." Cassian wasn't sure if Maya was real or a figment of his imagination, but he wanted to believe she was there, that she was safe, and that his worries had been unfounded. "I'm glad to see you're recovering. You'll be fine," he said, trying to reassure her. Cassian noticed the sun was high in the sky. "It's late. Why didn't you wake me sooner?" "You don't have to take care of me all the time," Maya replied, a hint of playfulness in her voice. "I'm fine as long as you don't worry about me.

Now that my stomach has settled, I need a good meal." "Yes, let's get you something to eat," Cassian said, rising to his feet. As they prepared to leave, Maya suggested, "Maybe I should support Abril?" "There's no point in regretting what you can't change," Cassian replied. "We should take care of her while she's here," Maya insisted. "Speaking of Lissana, she betrayed us," Cassian noted. "Then let's eat first, and afterward, we can go see Lissana." "That sounds like an excellent idea," Maya agreed. After they finished their meal, Cassian asked one of the servants about Lissana.

"Princess Lissana is with Her Majesty," the servant replied. Cassian stood, reaching for Maya's hand. "Shall we go?" "Of course," she replied. Upon arriving, Maya was surprised to see the pride in Abril's eyes as she played with Lissana. "Hello, Lessan," Cassian greeted. "Thank the gods you're here! With Abril's games and Lissana crying every time I try to do something, I've had no opportunity to rest." Maya held Lissana in her arms, gently rocking her. "Taking care of a baby in this kingdom can feel lonely.

I can help with Lissana." "I promised Abril I would stay close to her," Cassian said, glancing at the room across the hall. He intended to keep the promise he had made to Abril. "I'm glad you're here," Maya said softly, cradling Lissana. "I believe she needs a change of clothes," Cassian remarked. "Let me know if you need anything." When Maya left the room with Lissana, Cassian turned to her. "How can I help you?" "I have a lot of work to catch up on," he replied, gesturing toward his office. "Help me with this." "What have you been doing to accumulate so much work?"