Chapter 204 - Arrival of an Heir

Jasmine could only close her eyes and wait for the end as the executioner's sword hung in midair, ready to descend fatally. However, she heard a peaceful yet authoritative voice in place of the icy steel, Sheathe your sword!” Lady Alisha stepped forward with a firm and unwavering tone, and the guards looked between her and Cane, uncertain, but they obeyed, lowering their weapons and releasing the woman. Cane raised an eyebrow, meeting Alisha's gaze with a silent question, and she gave him a slight nod, a look that passed between them, a quiet request for his trust. Alisha approached the woman, her eyes softening as she took in the dirt and bruises covering the stranger's skin. She extended a gentle hand, guiding her into the manor with a silent, comforting presence. Then, she turned back to the other captive still under guard, “You may take him” she said and they nodded. Cane eyed his wife curiously as the guards nodded and dragged the man toward the prison. The woman was take