The Lycan King's Fate Calling novel Chapter 228

Rufus' POV:

My father's expression darkened and he cast a sidelong glance at Maya. Finally, he turned and snorted at Richard. "Take care of your own mate. Quit making a fool of yourself."

I heaved a sigh of relief. Fortunately, my father didn't blame Maya.

Richard's face instantly fell. He retorted, "Those are all rumors. They're not true at all!"

My father didn't want to listen to his excuses. He wavedhis hand dismissively." You canleave now."

He was always a man who had the final say. Richard had no choice but to leave with his attendants.

"If there's nothing else, I'll go to Mother's place first." I turned to leave after saying goodbye to my father.

But he stopped me. He leaned towards me and whispered in my ear in a voice so low that only the two of us could hear. "Don't forget our agreement. If Sylvia's identity as a traitor's daughter can't be redeemed, no matter how many achievements she attains, she will always be a slave."

I didn't say anything. I simply nodded to him then left with Maya.

As soon as I arrived at the gate of the queen's residence, I heard peals of laughter from inside.

The guard at the gate saw me approach and showed a look of surprise. He immediately rushed inside to announce my visit.

I didn't wait for the guard to come back and invite me in. Instead, I entered the palace and went straight to the hall.

There, I found Alina and my mother chattering about. My mother looked amused.

"Rufus, what brings you here?" When she saw me, my mother stood up in surprise and walked over to receive me. "You rarely visit me. Aren't you busy with work?"

"Not right now. I came to see how you're doing." We walked to the sofa and sat down. An attendant handed me a cup of coffee, which I accepted gratefully.

"Nothing's changed. I'm still the same as before. But thanks to Alina, I feel much better these days." She winked at Alina and pushed her towards me. "You two should talk!"