With her straight back, a look of confidence and grace, Monica arrived at Evelyns Residence at the appointed time with Sarah.

Are you looking for me?

Monica looked straight at her son, Fabian. Evelyn, who stood behind him, couldnt find a single fear in her eyes.

Looking at your face, I think my guess was right.

Are you admitting your guilty? Fabians voice echoed cold. Even if youre my mother, you cant retract your words before the Emperor.

Monica blinked her eyes, and she stared at Fabian.

Ill ask you myself. Did you hurt the Prince?

Monica shook her eyes. Evelyn didnt lose sight of the moments glimpse. Surely it was a hurt look. Not because Fabian had crushed her pride.

I dont care how. Now, bring me the poison you used and the antidote to save the Princes life. Fabians voice rang low and threatening, like a roaring beast.

Is that a valid accusation or just your baseless suspicion against me?

The Crown Princes safety was a great importance. If the evidence was sufficient, it could be a basis for prosecuting someone, even if the defendant was an Empress Dowager.

Fabian sighed and swore to himself, Is it time to argue about something like that? He stood with eyes full of mistrust and hostility before his mother.

Now, this is the limit of my patience.

He gasped a deep breath, Is it quicker to torture your maid to find out what poison you used on my son? So that I could save my effort.

There was a faint pain in her eyes that looked calm.

SeriouslyYour Majesty, do you really suspect me of hurting your child?

Why not? If it were For the sake of the Metis family.

Your child is also my flesh and blood.

Then, an eerie mockery came out of Fabians mouth, realizing that he was the Metis flesh. So that reason wasnt helpful in the current situation.

Just before Adrians poisoning, the only thing that was different from usual was that you came, but you said you were innocent?

I did nothing.

At the end of her words, Monicas voice trembled slightly. She wasnt afraid or anxious about being arrested. Just her heart was scratching when her own son, not anyone else, distrusted her.

Evelyn spontaneously strode between them without knowing it. Everyone, please listen to me. Her instincts as a mother believed that Monica wouldnt have hurt Adrian.

Evelyn now is not the time. We need to get a confession and find out where the poison came from.

Your Majesty, theres no evidence yet that the Empress is the culprit.

Because hes her flesh and blood? You dont know. That common sense doesnt work in the Imperial family.

Im the Princes mother. Im also a member of the Imperial family. Evelyn said, looking with her blue-firm eyes at Fabian. And no one wants to lose Adrian more than me

Your Majesty, even if you try to understand, you cant possibly have the same feelings as me I am the only mother of that child.

Evelyn wondered why she felt upset. It could be true for all reasons. She couldnt deny that even though it was a moment, she was doubtful of the Empress too.

Your Majesty, forget your feelings of resentment and the past now! The only thing to do now is to find out the truth!

Evelyn struggled to conquer her feelings on this matter. She should think with a cool head to get out of this labyrinth and save Adrian as soon as possible. It was meaningless to find the culprit if she lost Adrian.

Who, why, and in how Adrian was poisoned, youre free to investigate all things after saving our child. Now which one is more important? Isnt that Adrians recovery? The most important thing is to find out what poisoned Adrian.

Evelyn, I.

Your Majesty, you suspect the Empress? Then, do it.

Evelyn could be stronger than anyone else to protect her child. She was in a state of desperation right now that she didnt even know what she was talking about.

Your highness, you also claimed innocence, right? If so, please work to cooperate in searching for the poison to save my child Please help me. Evelyn looked at Monica and said. She then nodded her head without hesitation.

Rebecca and Sir Serus, please search every corner for anything strange.

Yes.

Your Majesty, please imprison the Pope. And I have to meet a man named David. Evelyns eyes shone with certainty. In this tough situation, she felt like a high tide had come.

Your Highness, I cant leave a single doubt about this matter. So, can I call Duke Metis?

He didnt commit anything, so it doesnt matter, Monica affirmed. At least, as far as she knew, she and the Metis family were innocent.

Since the Empress, the Palace elder has already spoken thus, so Your Majesty, please call all of Metis people.

Evelyn gave orders to Fabian with a stern face at her will. What she had in mind was Adrians recovery. She no longer cared, even though she had dared to surpass the Emperors authority.

Im Adrians mother. So for him, I can do anything.

Her blue eyes kept straight at him. Fabian had ignored her words a while earlier and turned back on her coldly. But Evelyn decided not to give up. Even if he didnt want to change his decision, she would.

Your Majesty, no matter what you say, you cant stop me. Its the same with the Empress.

Be it status or relationship, all wasnt important. In the end, Fabian nodded, sighing short. He still seemed unable to eradicate his suspicions about his mother. But he relented and kept his mouth shut, letting Evelyn do her way.

Fabian returned to his sense after hearing Evelyns words that Adrians life was more important than the reason behind the incident. You are right. I lost my mind for a while. He said quietly.

It was strange to saw him admitted his wrongdoing in front of others. But Evelyn decided to put her mind away. She had to accept all of him. Fabian, who had ignored her thoughts a while ago, and Fabian who acknowledged his fault, as she understood that a person couldnt completely change at once.

For Adrian. Evelyn said, Please act for Adrian everyone, please.

As the Empress, Ill bet my dignity and make a promise to you.

Evelyn nodded her head to the Empress in gratitude. It would not have been easy for her to cooperate in a situation where she was in suspicion.

Your Majesty, please find the cause of the poison rather than the culprit immediately.

..Fine.

Everything looked different from before. Perhaps because she was a mother. Evelyn, who had always been quiet and gentle, easily subdued the Empires two strongest figures and cleared the situation.

***

Everyone in the Imperial Palace worked fast. Nevertheless, they still lacked help, especially a trustworthy person to assist her took care of Adrian.

On the other side, they also had to quickly identify the poison in his body, so neither Fabian nor Evelyn could look after each other. Rebecca had helped already, but she was still short of strength.

I should discuss this situation with the Elders. Fabian looked for reason and said calmly. Maybe they know something or how to find out?

He watched into the air with such a dark gaze that his black eyes glowed terrifying.

With Empresspermission, Ill check the inner Palace, the outsiders, and Duke Metis.

Then I will stand by Princess Evelyn to protect her.

The three people immediately carried out the action. Yet, Fabian still looked at his mother with frigid eyes. He didnt know what he would have done to his mother If Evelyn werent here.

Serus, if theres anything suspicious, arrest Duke Metis and all of his family.

Yes, Your Majesty.

Strengthen the guards of the Empress Palace, especially Adrians escort.

Were doing our best right now.

More escorts were guarding Adrian than Fabian, the Emperor. Needless to say, because the hearts of parents would always think differently.

Your Highness, if you permit, I would like to entrust Lady Rebecca to lead the search. Since she is a chief maid of honor of my Palace, its absolutely not against the rules, said Evelyn.

I dont mind it.

Then, I will stay with Adrian.

Fabian nodded. Evelyn was his mother. She should stay with her child. While Rebecca was her trusted friend, she also had a high position, so it was appropriate to ask her to do the job.

Do it, Ill leave the rest to your decision.

They didnt have much time.

Your Majesty, if the Elders find something No, whether they find it or not, David, please let me meet him.

..Alright.

Fabian reassured Evelyn with her eyes before he left. Evelyn looked at Monica, bowing her head slightly. She wanted to express her gratitude because she was willing to help her.

Let me be clear, I didnt do anything, Monica said with a sincere voice.

I dont doubt you.

I know, I can see it in your eyes .youre eyes are different from His Majesty.

Unlike Fabian, her own son, who blamed her. Evelyn stared at her straight.

Maybe because Your Highness and I are mothers. Your Majesty will know it soon.

Monica made no expression when she heard Evelyns warm words. She doubted herself if she could call herself a mother like Evelyn.

When Monica hugged Adrian, she looked really awkward. But Evelyn saw clearly how Monica saw her child with sweet-loving eyes.

Maybe Monica herself didnt know if she had such a look at that time.

Your gaze at that time was similar to my mother.

Neither did Evelyns gaze.

I dont know about that, but I hope this case will be resolved soon. The most important thing now is to save the Prince.

Yes.

There is nothing to worry about. Ill give Lady Akshire full authority, said Monica.

Thank you, Your Highness.

Monica shook her head serenely, Im the one who should say that.

When she hugged Adrian, Monica didnt have any bad intentions at all. Evelyn was the only one who believed in her right away.

Thank you.

The Empress turned her back after thanking her. That was the best remark she could say. Evelyn looked at the Empress back bitterly and soon returned to reality.

Rebecca.

Yes, Princess. I will take Nora. And I have sent an urgent message to Liam, so he will be there soon. He cant just come to this Palace, but .

Your Majesty leaves all decisions to me. I need help right now.

Then, Ill look for Liam just in case.

Evelyn agreed, and suddenly, she felt grateful that Akshire siblings were here together.

Dont worry too much. Rebecca tried to comfort Evelyn, Theres good news, though.

Yet, Evelyns face was still overclouded.

His Majesty King Felice and the Queen will arrive soon.

Only

Really? Really? Evelyn was thrilled to hear about her forgotten parents.

Yes, he said they arrived in the capital this morning, so maybe at the latest in this evening

As soon as Evelyn heard that, she was so relieved she almost passed out.

Everything will be fine.

Yes.

She couldnt give up hope yet when There was a lot of warmth supporting her.

Above all, whatever happened, Evelyn would protect Adrian at all cost.