Provoking a Graceful Bloom Novel

Chapter 11 " Fey , what are you doing ?! " Frederick shot to his feet , catching hold of Freya's wrist . " Put down the knife ! " From outside , the guards of Blackmoor Estate rushed in . William strode forward and barked , " Prince Frederick is here . Stand down , all of you ! " None dared to defy him . One of the men quickly went to fetch Sebastian . " Fey , put the knife down , " Frederick said again , his grip tightening around her wrist . Freya's eyes burned with fury . " So , you do still care about her ! " " Fey ...

" Frederick didn't know why , but when it came to her , he could never bring himself to be harsh . The moment he saw the fire in her eyes , all his anger vanished . " My heart belongs to you alone , " he said , his voice low . " But we're in Blackmoor Estate . This isn't the place for this . Please , just put the knife down . " " Are you saying I can do whatever I want once she marries into your household ? " Freya sneered . " I can't wait that long ! " " Fey ... " " So , what is it you plan to do ? " asked Selena , who hadn't moved from her seat .

From the moment Freya burst in with a blade gleaming in her hand , Selena hadn't flinched . Her composure only deepened the other woman's rage . Freya laughed , but the sound was sharp and bitter . " I warned you . Anyone who crosses me will pay , no matter where they run . You ruined me , Selena . So now , I'll ruin you . " Frederick's voice rose as he snapped , " Fey ! That matter is over . Stop this . " This wasn't a joke , and he wasn't about to let her do anything rash . Freya glared at him and spat , " It may be over for you , but not for me !

I agreed to let you marry her , but she owes me blood . And if you try to stop me , I'll leave this city tonight . I'll disappear and you'll never see me again . Not in this life . " " Fey ..." Frederick hesitated , clearly torn . He knew Freya all too well . Once she made up her mind , nothing could sway her . If she didn't get her revenge , she would truly leave . She had never cared for status or wealth , nor even her own life . What power did he have over a woman like that ? His conflicted gaze finally landed on Selena . " Lena , all this began because of your willfulness .

If you still wish to become my princess consort , then give her what she wants . Let her strike you once . " He let go of Freya's wrist . At once , the blade turned toward Selena . " I told you before- " Freya started talking again , but Selena stood abruptly and cut her off . " I refuse . " It was the first time Selena had stood since the confrontation began . She still held the small wooden box in her hand . 1/2 Chapter R +25 BONUS Freya laughed coldly . " And what makes you think you have the right to refuse ? " " You're in Blackmoor Estate .

If His Highness allows you to harm me here , the king and the queen dowager will hear of it . I promise you , if you dare to wound me , you won't live to see another day , " Selena said . Freya lifted her chin , her gaze proud and defiant . " You think I care ?" Frederick caught hold of her wrist again , but this time , he glared at Selena . " You owe her this . You should've repaid her for stabbing her long ago . Besides , Fey only wants revenge . She has no intention of taking your life . Let her have this , and you'll still become my princess consort .

All past grudges will be wiped clean . If not- " If not , you'll break off our engagement , leave me to be mocked by the entire capital , and doom me to a life of loneliness . Is that it ? " There was no smile on Selena's face now . She simply stared at the wooden box in her hands , her expression worn and weary . Frederick averted his gaze and coldly said , " If I cast you off , who in this city would still dare to take you ? " " Enough nonsense , " Freya snapped , struggling in his grasp . " Frederick , let me go . I'll have my revenge .

And if you keep holding me back , you'll face my wrath too ! " Frederick could see she had run out of patience . And once she got to that point , she became dangerous . She might even end up hurting herself . He couldn't bear the thought of that happening . His gaze returned to Selena . " Lena , I give you my word . If you let her take her revenge , I ... I'll cherish you from this day forward . " " I was never meant for such affection , and I wouldn't know how to accept it . " Selena stepped forward and held out the wooden box to him .

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