#Chapter 211: A Sympathetic Soul

The king and his lawyer scowled, but the judge continued. “In addition, I will be appointing all of the necessary staff for Miss Laurentia's well-being. Ahe will be housed in a location of my choosing. And I will not be releasing that information to anyone.” The king scowled even further, and from the row behind me, I heard Charles and both bodyguards let out sighs of relief. The judge eyed me. “Who's your current security?” I pointed at David and Theo. The judge focused an intense gaze on me. “I will see you alone in my chambers after the court is adjourned this morning. And we will talk about your personal safety.” I nodded. “Thank you, your honor.” “Now, does anyone have anything else to add here?” The judge looked at both lawyers. They both shook their heads. She raised her gavel again and banged it down on her desk. “Then I declare this court adjourned.” Theo stood and hopped over the rail between the desk where I sat and where he was sitting in the gallery. “I'll escort