Chapter 1252: Dead End_1

Nigel Clegg knew.

The day would inevitably come.

If he wanted to inherit the throne, he would need to have a lover and an offspring.

And once he did, Jose could take advantage of the opportunity.

Or rather, Jose had waited for many years... and finally, the emergence of Melody Foster gave him the chance.

That's why the moment he became aware of Melody Foster's existence, he left the palace against all odds to rush to their side.

He used that brief moment in time to gain Melody Foster's trust.

Afterward, it seemed like he did nothing...

But in reality, he was always making moves.

It's just that to those unaware, all his actions were merely others' speculation and guesswork.

He could only hold Melody Foster's hand.

To be able to have children with her was already a great fortune.

Through her actions, she proved that she could protect herself, carve out a niche for herself amidst the vicious palace struggles.

Meanwhile, Darton Thompson was at the end of her rope.