Chapter 44: Serena’s POV

“In this capital, only I can protect you.”

“No… Lucian, thanks for the offer, but I can’t…” I paused. “I’ve already come up with a solid plan.”

“What plan?” He raised an eyebrow.

“Anyway, just stay out of it. I can handle this,” I added quickly before he could ask more. “I’m leaving now.”

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I sat a...