Crowns of Heritage

Chapter 91-Returned

(NATALIE'S P.O.V)

After returning to the castle, we went to Duke Winters office to inform him on everything we've learned. We were shocked to find out that Viscount James was dead after my father reported it to Duke Winter. He and Axel suggested that someone may be trying to cover their tracks. Which made Duke Winter and Prince Morgan agree with his suggestion.

When we mentioned that one of my clan members was currently tracking a woman who might be Macy Livens. Duke Winter suddenly handed Prince Morgan and I a blank envelope and told us to open it.

When I opened the envelope, I saw a folded letter and opened it. There were only four words written on it.

“Forgive me, Your Majesty”, Prince Morgan read out loud.

Prince Morgan and I looked at Duke Winter with a confused expression.

“Your mother said she stole those envelopes from Lincoln's office. She said it's Macy Livens handwriting and that she's been sending it to Lincoln for a long time”, Duke Winter explained.

“What?” Prince Morgan said.

Duke Winter had a serious expression on his face.

“Lincoln is hiding something and we must find out what it is.” He said, “Especially, since he has no intention to intervene in Moises rebellion against Marshall” he added.

“Wait, what?” Prince Morgan and I shouted at the same time.

Duke Winter began to tell us about the private meeting he and King Lincoln had after the conference. Prince Morgan suddenly flopped down into the seat next to the desk and as if he was in disbelief.

He has no intention of intervening with Moises' rebellion. What the hell is the King planning, I thought to myself.

“Where's my mother?”, Prince Morgan asked.

“Resting in her room, I'll have Doctor William check her out in the morning”, Duke Winter said.

“What is my father planning?” Prince Morgan mumbled.

“We'll wait until Moises returns to the castle to have this conversation. In the meantime, let's focus on dealing with the young women and Marquess Francis”, Duke Winter said. “Tomorrow, I will have them moved to one of the private villas. Since the debutante and succession ceremony is in four days. The castle will be busy preparing for the guests. After that, we'll focus on bringing Marquess Francis to trial” Duke Winter added and got up from his seat.

Duke Winter walked around the desk and placed his hand on Prince Morgan's shoulder.

“Inform me when your knights return with Marquess Francis. I'll be resting in my quarters for a bit.” He said, “Feel free to stay in the office as long as you like” he added before leaving the office with butler Jackson.

After Duke Winter left the office, Prince Morgan, my father, Axel, Josie and I stayed in the office for another hour or so conversing amongst ourselves.

“It'll be dawn soon, we should get some rest for a bit until my knights return”, Prince Morgan said and got up from his seat.

My father, Axel, Josie and I got up as well.

“I'll come to find you as soon as we hear something from Saul” I said to Prince Morgan as I looked over at him.

He nodded his head.

A few minutes later, we left the office and went our separate ways. My father, Axel, Josie and I were walking towards the stairs when My father suddenly started to speak.

“Natalie, tomorrow night we'll be having a squad meeting at Gloria's bar. You, Yeshiva, Cena and Valian must attend.” My father said,

“I understand, father,” I replied as we walked up the stairs.

(PRINCE MORGAN'S P.O.V)

When my grandfather told me about the meeting, he and my father had. I was honestly surprised to find out that my father has no intention to intervene in the rebellion we have been secretly planning for years.

I was walking towards the room my mother was resting in, when a thought suddenly crossed my mind.

No way, how much does my father know and what about Marshall? I thought my father wanted Marshall to become King but maybe there is something I may have missed, I thought to myself.

“Your highness” I heard a familiar voice say.

My thoughts were interrupted when I looked up and saw Hannah, my mother's personal maid.

“Hannah, how's my mother feeling?”, I asked as I walked up to her.

“Her Majesty is doing well, she's been feeling better for the past few days” Hannah replied.

When I learned that my father was poisoning my mother I was furious. Hannah stopped me from rushing into his office to confront him. That cold-hearted man, what the hell is he up to, I wondered.

“Hannah, may I ask you something?” I asked.

“Of course, your highness,” she replied.

“It's about Macy Livens. My grandfather told me about her letters. Why would she be asking for forgiveness.” I questioned.

“I'm not sure, your highness. There must be something only her and the king knows. I only remember her as a timid woman who was always cautious about her surroundings. She always stayed to herself, then that confrontation between her and Queen Lily happened.” Hannah said.

“Do you remember what the confrontation was about?” I asked.

Hannah shook her head.

“The only people who knew what the confrontation was about were Queen Lily and Macy Livens. We only know that Queen Lily invited Prince Moises to her palace the same day she was poisoned. Which is why he was blamed for her murder.” Hannah replied.

I sighed, Hopefully Natalie clan members can find that woman who might be her.

“Wait”, Hannah said, “I remembered your mother found out Macy was pregnant after she fled the palace and one of the maids who served her left with her. But the most concerning part was King Lincoln got rid of the maids who served Queen Lily.” Hannah said, “No one knows where they are. I believe they were killed” she added.

I definitely need to find out what my father is hiding, I thought to myself.

After checking on my mother, I went to my guest room and laid down on the couch.

I sighed.

We must find out what happened 18 years ago, I thought as I looked up at the ceiling. I looked over at the window and saw that the sun was starting to rise.

Suddenly, I heard a knock on the door. I got up and walked over to answer it. When I answered it I saw one of my knights, whom I had sent to arrest Marquess Francis.

“Your highness, we've arrested Marquess Francis, he's currently being placed in the prison quarters. We had to incapacitate him because he tried to escape.” Sir Daniel said.

“Great work, Sir Daniel”, I said. “Have one of the guards Inform me once he wakes up. For now, I'll rest for a bit” I added and walked towards the bed.

“Yes, your highness”, Sir Daniel said and left the room.

I'm exhausted, I mumbled as I laid on the bed.

(UNKNOWN P.O.V)

I felt my heart racing as we walked through the hallway. A few minutes later, we stopped in front of a door and the butler turned towards us.

“Wait here”, the butler said as we stood in front of the door.

We waited for a few minutes until the door to the room opened.

“The King has been waiting for you two, you may enter the office.”, The butler said.

We walked into the office and kneeled down on one knee and bowed our heads.

“Your Majesty, we have returned”, I said.

“Where are the other knights?” King Lincoln asked, in a serious tone.

“They're currently on their way back to the kingdom after receiving the order to return.”, I answered.

“How long will it take them to return?”King Lincoln asked.

“They shall return by next week” your Majesty,” I answered.

King Lincoln became silent for a moment.

“That's enough kneeling”, King Lincoln said.

We stood up and looked directly at King Lincoln, who was sitting behind his desk. He stared at us with those intimidating light gold eyes.

“It's been a long time has it?” King Lincoln asked with a slight grin on his face.

“Yes, your Majesty”, we replied.

“Marshall's coronation is next month, and Moises has returned to the kingdom. From this point forward, the exile has been rescinded now that Prince Moises has entered the Winter Dukedoms registry.” King Lincoln said.

I was appalled for a moment. So this is why we were ordered to return. The exile has finally been rescinded, I thought to myself.

King Lincoln suddenly stood up and walked over to the window.

“Sir Dell and Lord Dean, do you remember your duty?” King Lincoln asked as he looked over at us.

“Yes, your Majesty”, Sir Dell and I said at the same time.

“Head to the Winter Dukedom. You may return to your master now. Make sure to fulfill your duty once more” King Lincoln ordered.

Sir Dell and I bowed our heads before leaving out of King Lincoln's office. After we left the office, Sir Dell and I exhaled loudly out of nervousness.

“I was wondering why we were suddenly summoned back to the kingdom” Sir Dell said as he held onto his chest.

We both started to walk through the hallway of the palace.

“The exile has finally been rescinded. I look forward to next month.” I said as we walked out of the palace.