Chapter 1055 An Outrageous Night

• Abner replied in a low voice, “Your Royal Highness, Lord Newell has everything under control. Besides, His Majesty has already issued a decree. If we openly defy it, Protector King will surely intervene. Moreover, within the confines of this palace, we have no chance of escape, as Protector King is always here!”
• The Empress Mother was overwhelmed with fury. She said, “Don't even mention Zebediah to me. He has been such a disappointment. Despite all the kindness I've shown him, he abandoned me when I needed him the most.”
• Abner cautioned, “Your Royal Highness, you must tread carefully. Times have changed. The Lord Regent currently holds immense power and influence. We must align ourselves with him, for if we anger him, I fear your fate will be even more tragic. The Lord Regent is not the same man he once was.”