Outcast: The Alpha King's Beloved
Chapter 192: Another Variable

Jennifer's POV:

Seeing Austin being taken away, I finally heaved a sigh of relief.

We won.

We finally won! Now that Austin no longer held any power, Anthony didn't need to worry that Austin would kill him.

I held Elizabeth's hand tightly and looked at Anthony with mixed feelings.

But just as soon as I started to relax, Austin struggled hard to turn around and burst into crazed laughter.

"Anthony! There is no antidote to the Love Curse! Even though I've failed, you won't be able to live a good life.You will always bear the piercing pain until you die!"

He spoke loudly, as though he wanted me to overhear him.

Despite trying my best to look calm, I knew my expression must've given myself away.As much as I hated to admit it, Austin was right. Anthony was still bound by the Love Curse.

My future with Anthony was still uncertain.We exchanged glances, uncertain as to what to do.But I didn't dare to disturb him.

Anthony was busy ordering his attendants to clean up the aftermath of the battle. Anthony was born to be a king.l just knew he would be an outstanding leader.

Seeing him now made me so proud.

"Mr.Jones, the country needs a king.Please take over the throne!"

At this moment, an elder who had once supported Austin stood out and bowed respectfully to Anthony.

This took me by surprise, but I couldn't help but feel happy.

Anthony's actions to overthrow Austin obviously won the support of the public.

"I also believe that you should take over the throne, Mr.Jones! You will definitely be a worthy king." Another elder also bowed to me, but his words were like a knife to my heart.

I understood what they were asking of me.Anthony couldn't just give up his duty as future king for my sake.

Plus, Larry had escaped without a trace.

Any chance of removing the Love Curse was very slim.

But I couldn't let go of Anthony.

I loved him too much.

Anthony's POV:

"I have said that I will be with Jennifer forever. will marry her.She is more important to me than my own life."

Seeing the elders pressure Jennifer made my heart tighten.

She shouldn't have to endure such a burden for me.

I was the one who was naive enough to fall into Caroline's trap, which was how I got cursed in the first place.

I walked up to Jennifer and held her hand tightly, trying my best to give her warmth and support. "If you insist on marrying Miss Smith, what will you do when the Love Curse attacks you? How can you become king like this? If you can't protect yourself, how are you going to protect your kingdom and people?”

Eric glared at Jennifer aggressively.

"Mr.Jones, I implore you to reconsider.”

"Yes, Mr.Jones, please think twice about the position you're in!" Primo echoed

"Please don't dismiss the needs of the country for the sake of love.Please let go of Miss Smith!" "Mr.Jones, you must choose between the throne and Miss Smith.Do you really want to give up the throne for love?"

Just moments earlier, these elders were cheering me on and supporting me.

Now, they were all ganging up on me.

I looked around at the crowd coldly.

"Even if it means giving up everything else, I won't give up on Jennifer.She is my mate designated by Moon Goddess.We will be together for the rest of our lives," I said firmly.

"What?!"

Obviously, Eric didn't expect me to say that.His expression fell.

He pointed at Jennifer and scolded, "Why, you! You've bewitched Mr.Jones, making him refuse to take the throne!”

"What's so good about this she-wolf, Mr.Jones? How can she even compete with the throne?" Primo demanded unhappily.

"Anthony, I know you're just trying to be there for me, but please stop!"

Tears welled up in Jennifer's eyes as she threw herself into my arms.

"Honey, I know you love me, and I love you too.But this Love Curse is too dangerous.You can't afford to be so impulsive!"

Seeing Jennifer cry like this made me feel terrible.

"No, Jennifer, I love you more than my life," I said softly, hugging her tightly.

"The throne is not as important as you.l have to follow my heart.I will definitely marry you.If the elders don't agree, then I will give up the throne."