At that moment Serenity allowed herself a small, fleeting smile. Maybe it was an accomplishment. Sitting in the same room as the Supreme King was no small thing, but still—it wasn’t enough for her.“It’s nothing,” she said, brushing off the thought. “My goal is to actually meet him. At least shake his hand. If I can do that… then I’ll have something to be proud of.”Hearing Serenity words Elvis chuckled, shaking his head. “That’s true. I know you, Serenity. And if that’s your goal, you’re definitely going to get there.”Then Serenity gave him a small nod of appreciation. She would get there. She had to.Everything between them still felt light, natural, just as it always had. But then, Elvis’s expression shifted slightly, with a more serious look crossing his face.“I’ve been working on something,” he said, his tone thoughtful. “Something for your grandfather.”At that moment Serenity’s brows furrowed. “What do you mean?”Elvis leaned forward slightly. “We can’t wait forever, Sereni

And from the look on her face, it was already working.At that moment Serenity’s fingers tapped against the table, her brows furrowed in thought. Damien was suspicious—there was no denying that. Everything about him felt too controlled, too secretive. And now, knowing there was no record of his past?That was enough reason to keep an eye on him.She exhaled slowly, nodding to herself. “I need to be careful around him,” she muttered. “There’s too much happening in the country right now. The Supreme King’s return has put everything on high alert, and we can’t afford to let a potential threat walk freely.”Elvis clenched his jaw, but he kept his voice steady. “That’s exactly what I’m saying, Serenity. Think about it—someone like Damien, walking around unnoticed while the entire country is tightening security? It’s disheartening.”At that moment Serenity’s expression darkened slightly, but she said nothing.Elvis leaned in, his voice dropping lower. “And if nothing is done… what happens

At that moment Serenity’s mind raced as she glared at Damien even more, her emotions a storm she could barely contain. How? How had her grandfather arranged this marriage if he didn’t know Damien?Her grandfather had always been a man of logic, a man who never made reckless decisions. He wouldn’t have simply handed her over to a stranger. There had to be a connection. A reason something he saw that would have made him make sure decision.Her jaw tightened. He knew Damien. He must have.And now, the one person who could confirm it—who could tell her the truth— was lying in a bed, unable to speak.At that moment her heart clenched at the thought. If only he could talk… if only he could tell her how he knew Damien, why he trusted him, why he thought she should be tied to him in marriage.But that wasn’t an option. Not now.Her grip on control was slipping, frustration clawing at her from the inside. She needed answers, but it wasn't coming in the manner in which she wanted it.And if her

Hearing what Damien just said.Serenity’s entire body burned with rage. Did Damien just say that?A nobody like him, standing before her, questioning her worth?Her fists clenched so tightly that her nails dug into her palms. She couldn’t believe this.Enough.She wasn’t going to let this go. She was going to teach him a lesson—personally.Her body moved before her mind caught up, stepping forward with dangerous intent. She would show him exactly how she earned the title of War Goddess.But before she could strike, Elvis stepped in.“Serenity!” His voice was calm, too calm. “It hasn’t gotten to this.”He raised his hands slightly, stepping between them. “Just calm down. This isn’t necessary.”At that moment Serenity’s glare snapped to him. “Stay out of this, Elvis.”But he didn’t back down. He was too careful, too measured.He wasn’t really defending Damien—he was protecting himself.If this fight escalated, if Damien retaliated, who knew what he might say? What secrets he might spil

Her voice was cold, unwavering. “You’re not going anywhere.”Her hands curled into fists. “You insulted me. You disrespected me. And worst of all—you proved my suspicions right.”She took another step, her presence overwhelming. “You’ve been hiding something all along, Damien.”Her expression hardened even more. “And for that reason, I’m not letting you walk out of here.”The air around them felt heavy, thick with tension.Damien wasn’t leaving. Not today.Serenity’s decision was made. She would arrest him—immediately.Without wasting another second, she reached for her communicator.Her voice was firm, filled with authority. “Subordinates, report to the leaving room now.”Within moments, the door swung open. Her men were here.She didn’t hesitate. She didn’t waver.Serenity pointed straight at Damien, her voice commanding.“Arrest him.”**Sophia sat in the car, her face set in a deep frown. She was not happy. Not one bit.Her arms were crossed, her fingers tapping against her elb