James realized he had lost his composure and sat down again, asking, “Blithe King, is this news confirmed?”

The Blithe King replied, “Of course, it’s true. Although I’m of a collateral lineage, this news has spread throughout our entire family. I also heard the Blithes are planning to reveal themselves to the world. I’m telling you this because you’re from the Cadens and are also acquainted with Maxine.”

“Huff!” James sighed.

He never expected the Cadens to have a marriage with the Blithes, a