Chapter 474: The King’s Retreat

Ethan Carter – Shadows in Motion

Chris had always been unpredictable, but this? This was unexpected.

"I'm going to England," he said, swirling the glass of whiskey in his hand.

I frowned. "Business?"

A slow smirk curved his lips. "Chelsea is playing. I want to see it in person."

Of course. Only Chris Blackwood could decide to leave an empire in turmoil just to watch a football match.

"Is this wise?" I asked cautiously. "Your return is still fresh. People are watching, tensions are high—"

He waved a hand dismissively. "Ethan, if I cared about what people thought, I would have never faked my death in the first place."

I exhaled sharply. "And what of Skylar? She's already looking for ways to counter your moves."

"Let her," he said, standing up. "I am the King. She can make all the noise she wants, but in the end, my word is final."

I wasn't convinced. Skylar wasn't someone to be ignored, but Chris had already checked out of the conversation.

"Make the arrangements. Discreet, of course," he ordered.

"Understood."

But as I left the room, my mind was already racing.

Chris was playing a dangerous game, and this sudden trip to England?

Something told me it wasn't just about football.