Adrian was speechless at how foolish Kyril was. His lack of understanding of the situation, combined with his incessant pleading, was unbearable to witness.

"No!" Adrian thundered.

Kyril burst into loud, exaggerated sobs.

Winston scoffed at this display. "Quit your acting. Your feigned sorrow won't work on Adrian. He won't let you go that easily."

"Coward!" Caroline sneered. "I want to change carriages. I can't stand to sit with someone like him. Stop the carriage!"

Boom!

The carriage suddenly shook violently as if it was going to overturn. Caroline stuck her head out of the carriage, ready to curse, but she hastily swallowed her words. Outside, a dense crowd armed with bows and flame-tipped arrows surrounded them.

Adrian sensed imminent trouble. Caroline was headstrong and would not back down unless the situation outside was dire. "Winston, protect Caroline!" he ordered.

Winston swiftly moved to Kyril's side and pressed a knife against the man’s neck. "Don't worry, we have a h