Being a monk, Chodak did what he could to protect Harper from harm, but he didn't take the initiative to attack or kill anyone.

Without arrows being shot from the forest, it was a lot easier for Chodak. It could be inferred that Robert and Fred had already taken down the archers in the forest.

The guards brought by Harper were all dead. Fortunately, after a while, Robert and Fred returned and joined the battle. They soon gained the upper hand and wiped out the assassins.

After ensuring that they were safe, Harper released herself from Chodak's arms. He looked as calm as usual as he clenched his stick in his hand. "These people..."

"They probably wanted to kill me," Harper said and bowed to Chodak. "I'm grateful for your help. Otherwise, I'm afraid..."

"Watch out!" Fred warned aloud. Suddenly, Harper could feel death in the air and a murderous intent. Fred and Robert ran quickly to her in shock, but they were too far away from her.

Chodak stood face to face with Harper. If he pushed her away, he would be seriously injured by the arrow that was hurtling toward her, if not killed.

But at lightning speed, Chodak forced Harper to exchange positions with him. The rushing arrow hit him instead and she fell to the ground with him. She even heard the sound of broken bones.

Blood dripped down from Chodak's shoulder and onto Harper's face. She looked at him with a bitter smile. He muttered, "Ami..."

He had passed out before he could finish speaking

dn't want to look at her?

"My Lady, Lord Charles..." Robert reminded her.

"I must stay here tonight to make sure Chodak doesn't get a fever. I will see my father tomorrow. You go and see him first," Harper said.

"Yes, My Lady." Accordingly, Robert then went to the room where Charles lived.

Fred stood at the door with his sword in his hand and kept quiet. Seeing Matthew leave in a fit of rage, he knew he must be going out to seek revenge. He just hoped Matthew would be safe.

Harper didn't know what was on Fred's mind. She was terribly worried about Chodak's condition, and regretted dragging him into this mess. What was worse, she cursed herself for risking her own life and involving Chodak when she knew it was a trap.

"Sam."

"Yes?"

"Are there any spare rooms here?" asked Harper gently.

"Yes. Would you like to rest?"

"Not me. Please take Fred to have a rest." Harper turned to look at Fred. "You must be tired. Sleep well tonight. I'll stay here to take care of Chodak."

Fred looked at Harper with mixed emotions. He wanted to say something, but ultimately just kept quiet. He was worried about Matthew's condition. That being so, he couldn't ask her to chase after Matthew. She probably wouldn't catch up with him now anyway. So, he just turned around and disappeared quickly into the dark night.

With a sigh, Harper told Sam he could go to bed, and she stayed at the bedside of Chodak in case he had a fever and his conditions worsened.

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