Chapter 2111 A Rare Opportunity
Francesca pleaded Williamâs case fiercely and passionately. The prince stared at his friend, his eyes
reddening inadvertently with grateful tears.
He had struggled silently for twenty years, and Francesca had just pointed out every bit of injustice he
had suffered to the king that day. He never imagined someone in this world could understand him as
wholly as Francesca did at that moment.
William was even more surprised that someone would fearlessly stand up for him despite his obviously
disadvantaged situation. He stared at Francesca as though she were the only shining beacon of hope
in his bleak life.
She had given him hope and the determination to stand on his feet again. He felt reinvigorated to
challenge the mounting obstacles in his life.
Normally, Silas would have told Francesca off for her outburst, and Federico would have ordered some
soldiers to drag her out of the room for her impudence.
To everyoneâs surprise, none of that happened. Instead, Silas froze in shock, tearing up as he shot
William a pitiful look.
Even Federico lowered his head and fell into silence. Sometime later, he asked, âCan his legs truly be
cured?â
âI swear on my life,â vowed Francesca. She wanted to try her best for William and defend her medical
skills. âGood, good.â Federico nodded and addressed Silas, âPlease send her back first.â
âYes, Your Majesty.â Silas stepped forward and said, âThis way, Dr. Felch.â
Francesca shot William a worried look. He reassured her with a tender gaze, âGo. Iâll be back soon.
Donât worry.â âCall me if thereâs any danger.â
Then, Francesca shot the king a meaningful stare before leaving. Federico was stunned by her
behavior. âT-This! Is she threatening me?â
William chuckled before he could help himself. âIâve never seen you like this before.â
âThis lady is impudent! Utterly so!â Federico bristled with fury as he added, âI was too kind to her. I
shouldâve sent her off to prison and taught her a lesson.â
Smiling, William defended his friend. âShe has always been like this; even L is frightened of her. But
sheâs fiercely loyal to her friends and an extremely skilled doctor to boot!â
âIs she really Francesco?â The king was still doubtful of her identity.
âIn the flesh! I would never lie to you about this, Your Majesty!â William answered somberly.
The kingâs hesitation was evident as he commented, âShe looks very young to possess such superb
medical skills. Robin says she saved L in the past, which is why they affirmed their feelings for each
other at a young age.â
William nodded and explained, âItâs true. They lost contact after that, and L looked for her for seven
years.â
âIf he has such strong feelings for her, how could they split up so suddenly? And how could L turn
around and become engaged to someone else?â Federico stared at his grandson and questioned,
âCould it be because of you?â
William lowered his head in silence.
Federico suddenly approached him and advised, âI said something to your father once, and itâs about
time I shared that message with you. An empire will always be more important than a woman.â
William shuddered and stared at the king in disbelief.
Is he implying that heâs giving me the opportunity to control an empire?
âHow long will it take to cure your legs?â Federico pointed at Williamâs legs.
âAbout three months. There will be several months of physical therapy after thatâ¦â
Federico cut him off and asked, âDoes that mean you will stand in about half a year?â
âYes.â William nodded determinedly, though he felt slightly guilty about keeping his grandfatherâs hopes
up. Still, Francesca had won him a precious opportunity to fight for the throne, and he would do
everything in his might to make it happen.