To You, So Noble and Vulgar (Completed Main Story) - Chapter 199

Thud—

Ariana stared blankly at Martina, who had lightly leapt down before her. Martina, with her crimson hair and dark skin, had a mischievous glint in her eyes, like a child tormenting a small animal.

“I thought you were just a frail princess, yet you ran farther than I expected. You’re quite fast. Oh, what’s that look for? Didn’t you think we’d follow?”

Ariana swallowed a hollow laugh.

She felt foolish for having believed she could outrun them.

No matter how much she’d begged Jeor and Lanster to teach her self-defense and physical training, four short years couldn’t possibly match a lifetime of their rigorous discipline.

She sensed movement behind her too. Without turning, she knew more people were approaching.

“To be honest, I don’t hold any personal grudge against you, Princess. I despise those Dongryeong bastards enough to chew them to death, but you’ve only been in Dongryeong a short while—you’ve given me no reason to hate you. But our Lady seems to feel differently.”

Martina jerked her chin toward the people behind Ariana. They rushed forward and seized her, pulling a thick sack over her head.

Until the sack completely blocked her vision, Ariana never took her eyes off Martina. The heavy cloth covered her sight.

“Our Lady will torture you horribly before killing you.”

Martina’s voice drew closer.

“But who knows? You’re so lovely and charming—perhaps there’s still a way for you to survive. So think carefully on our journey: which path truly serves you best.”

It was an invitation to join their side.

Ariana remained silent.

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