Provoking a Graceful Bloom Novel

Chapter 50 " So , you think I have an agenda , Lady Campbell ? " Nathaniel asked . His tone was calm and gave nothing away , neither anger nor amusement . Sebastian worried Selena might offend the Obsidian Monarch . But she had already replied , " It's not that , Your Highness . It's just that no one should accept rewards without merit . I only hope you'll be clear about your intentions . " Nathaniel chuckled softly . " So straightforward . That's quite refreshing . " 11 At a wave of the prince's hand , Cloud immediately ordered tea and refreshments to be brought to a nearby pavilion .

Nathaniel gestured for the siblings to follow , which they did after exchanging a quick glance . No sooner had they settled than Liam picked up the silver spear Sebastian had used earlier and began practicing outside the pavilion . Sebastian watched , utterly captivated . Selena frowned slightly , still puzzled by the prince's meaning . In just a short moment , Liam had finished practicing a full set of spear techniques . After putting down the spear , he quietly stepped aside . か Sebastian was equal parts amazed and uneasy . " Your Highness , that was The spear techniques were amazing !

He was so tempted to rush over and spar with Liam right away . 4- " Those were Damon's spear techniques . Six months ago ; Liam'sparred with him . If you wish , you may learn from Liam . But if you value your pride more than the Duke of Blacknoor's reputation , then consider my words unspoken , " Nathaniel said , a hint of something unreadable in his eyes . Sebastian knew Selena disliked accepting help without cause , but the Duke of Blackmoor's reputation wasn't something to take lightly .

x Besides , though Liam's techniques just now were brilliant , Sebastian was confident he could defeat them with the Cambell family's spear techniques , if only his strength were what it used to be . He wasn't ready to admit defeat and was eager to try . 3 Selena sighed softly , feeling helpless . Her brother's excitement was becoming impossible to hold back . At last , she whispered , " Just be careful not to get hurt . " ? " Alright , I won't ! " Sebastian sprang to his feet .

He gave Nathaniel a quick , respectful salute before hurrying out of the pavilion , pulling Liam along to study Damon's spear technique . " General Campbell may be the elder brother , but why does he always seem to wait for his little sister's approval before doing anything ? " the prince quipped . Selena's gaze snapped back from where it had drifted , her eyes locking with Nathaniel's sharp ones . " You must be joking , Your Highness . I'm the one always listening to my brother- " The prince raised an eyebrow .

" So , you mean if I wish to propose to you , I would first need General Campbell's consent ? " Selena's eyes darkened with displeasure . " Your Highness , please don't joke about such matters . My reputation is already fragile . If you persist , you risk dragging me into ruin . " 1/2 Chapter 50 +25 BONUS " Do you care ? " " It's the Duke of Blackmoor's household that's at stake . " At that , Nathaniel pressed his lips together and fell silent . He said no more , instead pouring her a cup of tea himself . Selena hurried to take it with both hands . " Lena .

" That single word from him made her hand tremble , nearly dropping the cup . Nathaniel studied her pale face and smiled . " With me , there's no need for games or beating around the bush . I want to marry you . It's as simple as that . " Selena's expression darkened as she opened her mouth to reply . But Nathaniel smiled faintly and said , " Your plan led me to the Northern Frontier . Though you didn't directly harm me , your actions left my face ruined . Look at me now - I look like neither man nor monster . I doubt any young lady in the world would want to marry a man like me .

" Selena was about to argue that many ladies would be eager to marry him , but the prince cut her off . " So , the happiness I might have had was lost because of you , Lena . You must take responsibility and become my wife . " Chapter 51