Chapter 483: Family’s Altercation
The horse trotted carefully along the palace’s main path. As they crossed the main gate, the surroundings darkened under heavy clouds that had lingered since the afternoon, hastening the onset of gloom. The atmosphere mirrored the sombre feelings of those present.
Lights flickered along the path, illuminating the scene despite winter’s biting cold. Two figures—a man and a woman—were seen riding together on the horse. Behind them, a group of knights, vigilant in their duty, escorted them.
This was the first time a fleeing prisoner was brought back to the palace with such respect. Typically, they would be hauled back with ropes tied to their hands and treated mercilessly for their actions.
However, in this case, none of the Knights of Neblim dared to do that to Anna. When they found her, she was already in the commander’s possession, and no one was allowed to approach.
Adam had taken it upon himself to safeguard the princess, keeping her close as if his purpose was to protect her rather than to capture her. The knights marvelled at how their commander had managed to secure her return in less than a day, a feat that spoke to his exceptional skills.
Yet, despite his remarkable achievement, he never boasted of it, maintaining a serious countenance that commanded respect.
Intimidated by the admiral’s fierce demeanour, the knights hesitated to approach and dutifully complied with his commands. Their curiosity was piqued as they observed the young princess, who seemed oddly serene amid the tension. It was puzzling; she appeared almost eager to return to the very place she had once sought to escape.
From a distance, another figure watched solemnly, shrouded in her cloak. She was filled with sadness over the unfolding events. The woman, Helen, had been discreetly trailing Anna and Adam, her heart heavy with concern.
"I don’t know what got into her or why she demanded this!" Helen voiced her frustration.
During their escape in the forest, Anna suddenly changed her mind, refusing to go to the sanctuary as Adam had proposed.
Instead, she insisted on returning to the palace to face her trial. No matter how much the admiral and the governess declined, the princess remained steadfast.