Chapter 228

Carissa's hands, which were resting in her lap, curled into fists as she choked back a sob. She turned her face away, trying to hide her tears and maintain her composure.

Seeing her distress, Anthony suddenly regretted coming. Perhaps, neither family was truly ready to meet under these circumstances.

Even a man like Anthony found it hard to hold back tears, let alone a girl of eighteen or nineteen. Though she had seen battle and taken enemies' lives, she had always been the cherished jewel of her family. With her family gone, she was left alone.

No matter how strong her outer facade, her heart would still ache with sorrow.

Anthony had never wanted to recall that scene-he never dared to. However, perhaps it was time to confront it. Otherwise, the pain would linger forever.

His voice lacking its usual steadiness, he said, "We should let bygones....be bygones. One must always look forward. I heard about your engagement to the Hell Monarch. I haven't had the chance to congratulate you."

Carissa lowered her gaze and responded softly, "Thank you."

cleared his throat and continued, "We only learned about your divorce from Barrett later. My mother had intended to send someone

was choked with emotion as she replied, "I

do."

made a public clarification and reported the matter to the authorities. We've apprehended several people, and they've revealed that the mastermind behind this is from Grand Princess Eleanor's household. I've come to ask

you will eventually need to address Grand Princess Eleanor as your aunt. It's up to you whether you want to

***BONUS

to address you as I did in the past as my brother-in-law. Thank you for coming in person, Anthony. It means a lot to

to you. I believe Grand Princess Eleanor is not behind this. However, I did have an argument with Lady Jessica at the birthday banquet. Perhaps

nodded. "I understand. This incident will not harm Grand Princess Eleanor in the slightest. I'm only afraid they will push the blame to a

Anthony," Carissa said as

my duty," Anthony responded, rising as well and

see off Lord Klein!"

a polite smile. "Lord

things he wanted to say. But in the end, he

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