Carissa interrupted, "You mentioned that the performance troupe was repeatedly disrupted a few years ago. How exactly were they disrupted? Did she say anything about it?"

"Yes, some scoundrels smashed up their equipment. They bought replacements several times, only to have them destroyed again. It made Lucas so furious, he was nearly foaming at his mouth." "When did this happen?" Carissa pressed.

"She said it was five years ago, and it went on for about six months."

"I see. Make a note that Eleanor might have visited Stonebridge County five years ago, or she could have sent someone there," Carissa instructed Jacob.

Jacob nodded. "Thank you for reminding me, Your Grace. I was so focused on Ms. Spencer's story that I completely forgot we still need to investigate Grand Princess Eleanor's so-called rescue." Jacob had never been so careless before. He realized he was too excited this time.

Violet continued, "After the performance troupe disbanded, everyone scattered for a few months. Jaina was left alone, and felt lost and helpless. But later, Lucas returned due to health issues, and she stayed in Stonebridge County to take care of him. At least she had someone she could call family by her side. During that time, there wasn't much she could do. She had to go up the mountain to gather herbs and hunt. If she found something rare, she could sell it for a good price.

ten silver coins to rent her own

ran into bandits. She was outnumbered, and couldn't defend herself. Just then, Eleanor happened to be passing through and ordered her guards to rescue Jaina. Seeing that Jaina was injured, Eleanor even called for a

repay Eleanor's kindness. However, Eleanor said they were fated to meet and had taken a liking to her. She wanted to bring Jaina back to the capital, and even contacted the

for the care given to Lucas. Jaina thought she

She lived there for

being moved

Harmony Palace.

dressed in finery and lived a luxurious life, Jaina didn't have any money on her. "She could stroll around occasionally, and most of the

when Jaina was at Harmony Palace, Henry entered her room. He had barely spoken a couple of words before Eleanor's people called him away, and he never

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