The Lady Nun Vows Revenge by Caroline Rowland

Chapter 9

Chapter 9

"Too bad Caleb is already taken, otherwise, such good fortune would have surely gone to someone else," she added, her tone dripping with meaning

The guests didn't need any further explanation-they all knew exactly what she was implying

Caleb was Adeline and Marquis of Bromwell's son. He and Eliza had been childhood sweethearts, promised to each other years ago

So, when Adeline was clearly talking about Eliza. The guests began to murmur amongst themselves,

"Well, I never thought Eliza had such a venomous side"

Jealous o

of her own sister? Talk about small-minded"

Tve heard she's been pretty harsh at home, always bullying Lady Sophie, and didn't she even push her into the water once!"

"She's just a kid, and already so crucif

"Now we see her true colors. I bet the people from the Marquis's estate are regretting that engagement"

Didn't you hear what Adeline just said? They probably can't stand d Eliza now and are wishing they could break off the engagement."

and said softly. "Auntic, please don't say that I've always

a little headstrong, she's always liked him, and I'm sure she'll change for him.

were kind and full

as Sophie spoke. "Eliza, did you hear that? Your sister is so sweet and considerate. Maybe you

was publicly scolding her, but Eliza

any more time, Gabriel interjected, aware of his sister's

and the family's reputation couldn't afford any

when to stop, let the matter go. But her small actions throughout the ceremony spoke louder

have been crowned first,

food of Eliza, she decided to crown

face was filled with affection, and her words were warm.

was cold and dismissive. The blessings were minimal-just a quick,

each other. After all, who would want to bless someone with a

rooms to don their gowns-The officiant began, but Gabriel roldly interrupted, "No gowns. Skip it

quickly complied, skipping the

show support, and all the prominent families from Hasen

come in person had sent their families to present flowers as blessings to the two

but no one was eager to

haven't they changed

hear what the Duke said? No gowns, so