Chapter 587


    Chapter 587


    Olivia found herself in Andrew’s pce, venturing there unapanied. Unfortunately, Elena could not


    join her on this journey.


    Due to Andrew’s workmitments, Olivia was left to her own devices in the room.


    Nancy approached to offer her response,


    “Your Highness, Nancy entered the study.


    Upon hearing Nancy’s voice, Andrew’s eyshes quivered ever so slightly, vanishing in an instant. His


    countenance remainedposed as he uttered, “She’s here.””


    “Ive already retrieved her, Nancy replied, inclining her head with a cold smile. “I exined to Miss


    Smith the reasons for the surveince interest in her. Miss Smith appears to be…


    Nancy hesitated, clearly wanting to convey something but holding back.


    “What’s the matter with her?” Andrew’s heart sank, hisposure slipping. ‘Could it be that Olivia was


    truly connected to Lady Verna? She was lying to me! he wondered.


    Nancy excelled at concealing her true feelings and putting on a show, She let out a deliberate, soft


    sigh. “I observed Miss Smith’s demeanor just moments ago. While she appearedposed on the


    surface, there was a profound sense of panic in her eyes, as if she were concealing something”


    “Your Highness, please exercise caution.” Nancy feigned concern. “It’s not suitable for Miss Smith to


    apany you, and having her with you at all times may raise questions. The queen has arranged for


    my presence to assist you.”


    Andrew nodded appreciatively. “Mother is truly considerate. I will rely on Nancy to make the necessary


    arrangements for


    Olivia.”


    Nancy nodded, her gaze resting on Andrew with a hint of uncertainty.


    Andrew noticed her hesitation and arched his dark eyebrows ever so slightly. “Nancy, you have been a


    loyalpanion by my mother’s side for years, watching me grow. If there’s something on your mind,


    feel free to speak your thoughts.”


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    Nancy let out a sigh of relief and spoke frankly, “In that case, I’ll be direct. Miss Smith has been brought


    here, and it’s not advisable to leave her unattended Your Highness, why don’t you lower her status and


    apply some form of discipline? This may induce her to confess of her own ord.


    Andrew paused for a moment, then nodded. “Very well, but…”


    He hesitated, pondering what punishment would be appropriate for Olivia.


    Andrew momentarily lost his train of thought and turned his gaze toward Nancy.


    Nancy chose not to respond to the question since she had no intention of bing the bearer of bad


    news. Andrew had to make the tough decisions himself to avoid any potential resentment towards her


    in the future.


    Andrew was at a loss, and he settled into à chair, furrowing his brow in deep contemtion.


    After some time, he opened a book and began to search for information. Eventually, he even powered


    up hisputer, conducting an extended search.


    Finally, he arrived at a decision. “Let’s begin with a minor punishment.”


    Nancy was ted and gazed at Andrew with intense determination in her eyes.


    In the next moment, Andrew’s voice cut through, “Impose a punishment where she’s prohibited from


    eating in the evening. Whit


    Andrew furrowed his brows, contemting. This punishment seems too harsh. She’s already quite


    fragile and weak, and her health may suffer if she’s deprived of food”


    After careful consideration, it appeared that Andrew had reached a decision. “TIl limit her to having only


    dinner. She won’t be allowed to eat anything else.” However, before he couldplete his statement,


    Andrew shook his head, seeming


    uncertain.


    After extended contemtion, he eventually settled on a course of action. “For her punishment, she will


    be limited to just two dishes for dinner!”


    “Oh my god!


    Nancy maintained a stoic expression but couldn’t help but think, ‘Your Highness, have you meted out


    this punishment. without good reason?”


    She realized she couldn’t linger here any longer. Now, she empathized with the queen’s anguish more


    than ever.


    Nancy exited the study and proceeded towards the kitchen. While Andrew’s punishment for Olivia


    wasn’t particrly severe, there was still some leeway for her to maneuver within it.


    In her thoughts, Nancy entertained a devious idea. Two dishes… Hehe, I could send two utterly


    unptable dishes to Olivia andpel her to consume them!


    Meanwhile, Olivia sat on the sofa in her room, an anxious expression on her face.


    Yossi was also present. I witnessed Nancy heading to speak with His Highness, shemented.


    There’s no doubt that His Highness intends to administer a punishment.”


    Olivia gazed up at Yossi, her eyes filled with concern. “Do you also believe that I’m conspiring with


    Lady Verna and the others?”


    Yossi shook his head. I’m not certain. I simply follow His Highness’s lead.”


    Observing Yossi’s round face, Olivia realized that she wouldn’t glean any valuable information from


    him.


    Confined to her room without a phone, Olivia grappled with loneliness and boredom. The constant fear


    that Andrew might not trust her only added to her restlessness. Her thoughts were in turmoil.


    Rubbing her chin thoughtfully for a moment, Olivia couldn’t resist the urge to inquire of Yossi, “Do you


    happen to know how Andrew intends to punish me?”


    Yossi shook his head. I’m not sure, but I can offer some past examples for your consideration. Once,


    someone betrayed His Highness, and they had their feet amputated and fed to the wolves.”


    Olivia uttered coldly, “You may go


    –


    Already in a state of distress, Yussi’s words only exacerbated Olivia’s anxiety.


    “Don’t fret,” Yossi attempted to console her. “His Highness surely won’t treat you that harshly. At worst,


    he might just remove one of your little fingers”


    “Piss off!”