The Lady Nun Vows Revenge by Caroline Rowland

Chapter 21

Chapter 21

Eliza froze for a moment, her eyes fixed on Mary, whose furrowed brow clearly showed her displeasure.

Without meaning to, a genuine smile tugged at the corners of Eliza's lips.

Her birthday was two months away. Had it not been for the unexpected turn of events with Sophie, tradition would've dictated that her coming-of-age ceremony be postponed until then

But because Sophie had innocently said. "I want to have my coming-of-age ceremony with my sister, her father and brothers completely disregarded Ehza's wishes.

They pushed her

и сегельону forward to the day before, making it coincide with Sophie's birthday.

This was what she called her wonderful" father and brothers. But after her time travel, none of this seemed surprising anymore.

What Eliza hadn't expected, though, was tMary still remembered her birthday so clearly. From James, she'd learned that Mary had been present al the Duke's estate when she was born.

Even after all these years, the fact that she still remembered only spoke to the deep bond between her and Eliza's mother.

get you upset. Eliza said softly, her

with the Stoner family. Titles and

asked His Majesty for permission. If you agree, Reverend, I can

expected that, hearing her

always, things

Mary's eyes, but

confused asked,

"Don't ask any more

questions Mary said, her expression

it to Eliza "Now that your coming-of-age ceremony is done, take this flower home. Don't mention becoming

arms. "But, Mother Mary, this is the only way I can escape the Stonor

your mother that I can't allow it," Mary said, her voice colder than before, "God bless you" With that, she turned and walked away

Eliza stood there, holding the orchid,

But she never expected her

convent-it was her bond with her mother. She couldn't bear to see

Eliza, there

by the carriage

already had a good idea of whar