The Lady Nun Vows Revenge by Caroline Rowland

Chapter 22

Chapter 22-23

Chapter 22

whe gard at the

or small orchid, her eyes indisused. The plant was in well cared for, clearly a result of medienbuds attendiar

dira noived that even the other onschils in the small co

"Why would Mother Mary plan so many onclids, yet choose the one she took

mat rate with to give to me? die wondered. Is it just because

she loves orchids, or is there something else.

Could it have something to do with my mother?"

The thought suddenly hither, and she was surprised by the idea he felt a deep urge to figure out what the conection between the Reverend her mother was, and what had really happened all those years ago

Clenching her teeth, Eliza called out to James ahead, "I and Gray, stop

Without besitation, the cattlage showed and came to a stop at the foot of Most Westin

Elira, still holding the orchid, got out of the carriage again.

She looked up at the winding road ahead, stretching all the way si to the chauds

"Lady Eliza, have you left something behind at the Numery? Jamies askril, dearly confusei).

Eliza shook her head "No, it's not that. I just want to try one last time"

No matter what Mary's reasons were, no matter how close she might have been to her mother, Eliza's determination to break free from the Stonor family was unshakable-even if it meant risking her life,

"Lord Gray, would you mind bolding the orchid for me while I got Please wall here for my return" She handed the orchid to him with a smile that could light up the room. "This time, I'm sure I'll make the Reverend agree;"

t quite understand her intentions. He was about to voice his concerns when he saw Eliza turn toward the Nummery perched atoge

At Bru, james didn't e Mount Westin

Her delicate frame bem with grace, lowering itself in a reverent gesture before the

mon

James froze, watching in astonishment as she bowed deeply, then stood, took it step, and bowed once more.

He said hastily. "Lady Eliza, what_what are you doing? How long do you plan on continuing this? The mountain is so steep, how could you possibily bear such a trial! Allow me to love Mmeone escort you half way up.

Els did not turn around. Her voice, calm and unwavering, Trached him with quiet determination. "There is no need to worry, I can endure this

She added with even greater resolve, "I the Reverend does not grant her approval, it is because I have not shown enough sincerity. I slull prove it through my action and make my intentions knowIL"

Her purpose was steadfast.

And so, Elira continued her ascent, each step deliberate and each bow a humble offering, as she made her way up the mountain with an unwavering devotion

the sun had fully risen, and people began their

prayen.

making the climb on foot, alongside nobles arriving in

by the side of

Those who did

increly cast curious glances. But others, upon recognizing her face, imaneiliately knew who she was "Tami that

to be ascending the mountain with such

senses? If she continues like this, her body will not

onlookers were, for the most part,

moibent, a voler sneered in disdain. "What is seeking wager she's merely

to garner pity from

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the crowd immediately nodded in agreement "Must be true. Eliza was just

chimed in. "She probably found out we were

we were coming

this whole act to get

luck would have it, the ones talking were young nobles closely associated

been grounded by his father after humiliating the Duke's family during yesterday's public breakup. Now only his

Even if Caleb himself

their hike and stood by the path, watching Eliza crawl and pray her way

p the mountain

time dragged on-fifteen minutes, an hour, then most of

knees grew numb,

on her back. At first, they were line, but each prostration slowly split the injuries open. Blood

she was drenched in red, pale as death, staggering with every

crowd gradually fell silent, following her all the way to Saint Grace Nunnery's

those injuries come from? Why would this scheming, hated woman

of the young men who had mocked Eliza earlier suddenly hesitated. His initial scom wavered,

for Caleb..." he muttered. "Eliza may be

time, he fel a twinge of jealousy, If a woman loved him

dumped Eliza but immediately proposed

of her actions. Half- conscious and swaying on her feet, she barely registered the figures

you completely lost your mind?" she snapped, her hands gripping Eli's bleeding

blurred vision. Eliza thought she glimpsed genuine concern and fear

the ghost of a smile

hitched as she pressed a palm to Eliza's forehead, and her expression darkened. Eliza

hesitation, Mary lifted her up and turned

take a step, James suddenly blocked her path.

Lady Eliza's question yet," he said calmly, "Why not give her a clear answer now? That way, I can report back

him a

down. "She's gone

hear the final answer.

"If she's this determined, I have nothing more to say. If the king has chosen

the very least, within the walls of

would be able

to hurt her.

her in your care and report back to

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