Chapter 20
To find the one who wanted to kill Amoide and put all the blame on Selena, I needed to suspect everyone around him. Even under Raymond’s meticulous medical care, someone managed to kill him.
It was clearly a premeditated murder by using poison. Whether in the west or east, poisoning was the surest and most secretive way to kill an enemy. To poison Amoide’s food or medicine, the perpetrator had to be among the closest people to him and was able to gain Camilla’s trust. Someone who wouldn’t be suspected even when doing something suspicious. And… It was Raymond who fitted all those criteria.
He knew Amoide from a very young age. He also had the most crucial information about Amoide’s health. How the illness first occurred, the signs and symptoms of his illness, and ways to alleviate the symptoms. Everything.
‘Raymond can kill Amoide without being suspected.’ Of course, it was possible that I could be wrong about Raymond. Nonetheless, I couldn’t just rule him out from the list of suspected people. I did feel a little guilty for doubting him. Whenever Amoide’s condition worsened or collapsed, he would rush to this mansion immediately, and he would go home only after Amoide’s condition improved.
At that moment, Raymond looked up, as if he felt my persistent gaze. I quickly turned my head in another direction.
Raymond put down his stethoscope and said, “Milady’s condition is good and healthy. That day, Milady must have been so surprised and anxious. I think Milady lost consciousness due to prolonged exhaustion. I’ll prescribe some medicine to recover Milady’s energy.”
“I’m really fine now.”
“Not only the husband, but the wife must also take care of her health.” Raymond advised me in a warm tone.
“I know, so we can have a healthy successor.”
Listening to my words, Raymond added, “It’s not necessarily just for that.”
“You know about my health well. You even examined my health before I got married to make sure that my body is in the best condition for conception.”
“That’s…” Raymond smiled with a troubled look.
“It’s okay. I understand that you did it because of mother’s order. I don’t blame Raymond. I’m rather grateful.”
“Please don’t mention it.”
“Raymond is such a meticulous person. You have a strong sense of duty, and you’re always so kind.” I showered him with all kinds of praises that came across my mind.
Feeling a little embarrassed, Raymond awkwardly cleared his throat and laughed. “I’m flattered.”
“You deserve it.” I checked his expression and got to the point. “Thank you for coming just in time. Actually, I was wanting to meet you personally to ask for your help in an urgent matter.”
“Urgent matter…?”
“Yes, it’s very urgent.” I lowered my voice.
Raymond’s expression changed noticeably when he saw my serious look. “Does Milady feel uncomfortable somewhere?”
I took a moment to answer his question. “I’m not sure whether it’s a problem or not.”
Raymond opened his eyes wide in embarrassment at my answer. “Oh my God, I must have missed something. May I examine Milady again?” He hurriedly opened his medical bag again.
I waved my hand, trying to stop him. “No, it’s not about me…”
His hands stopped from trying to open the medical bag. Raymond turned to me and waited for my next sentence.
“It’s about my husband, Raymond.”
“Milady means…His Grace?”
“Yes.” I looked at him with a serious face.
“Oh, I was so surprised. So, it’s about His Grace.” Raymond sighed deeply, trying to calm himself.
“It’s actually related to my husband’s health. It’s so urgent that I need your help. So…” I dragged my words as my fingers fiddled with the teacup handle. “I’d like to know more about Amoide’s illness.” I looked at his expression and continued, “Is there something that I should know as his wife? Such as the fatal flaw of my husband’s body?”
“There is no such thing.” He answered instantly, as if it was an automated response. “Milady has been in good condition except for losing consciousness last time. If that’s what Milady has been worried about…” Raymond seemed a little embarrassed.
“Raymond, I’d like to know what kind of medicine you prescribe for my husband. As well as the medical treatments you did on him.” I spoke in an earnest tone.
“May I know why Milady suddenly wants to know about these?”
Once again, I twiddled my fingers with the teacup handle. “I’ve been too indifferent toward my husband.”
“…”
“Whenever he got sick, I could only cry beside him. I couldn’t do anything to help him at all.” I picked up my handkerchief, pretending to wipe my tears, and furtively glanced at his face. As expected, he looked troubled. I could see wrinkles around his brows.
“Is it hard for you to talk about Amoide’s real condition?”
It seemed like Raymond was instructed to confide about Amoide’s condition only to Camilla. Thus, he was a bit troubled due to my sudden request.
‘I have to find a way to get his help naturally, without any suspicions. By any means.’ So, I decided to use another method. With a desperate look, I said, “Raymond, actually…it’s really hard for me to tell you about this…”
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