The Lady Nun Vows Revenge by Caroline Rowland

The Silent 282

282.Chapter 282

"You?"

Eliza glanced at Rocco with a calm expression. "Apologies, but there's nothing on you that interests me, and I don't need any dogs."

Though she said this, Rocco still stared at her, not quite believing her words.

"Alright, Rocco. You've been in seclusion recently, so you might not be up to date on the recent events. Let me explain," Gilbert quickly interjected. "This is Your Grace of Bortenland, the first to be granted the title by His Majesty three months ago. She is also the legitimate daughter of the Duke's estate." Gilbert emphasized the words legitimate daughter. Rocco paused, momentarily stunned, before realization dawned on him. "You're the legitimate daughter of the Duke's estate? The daughter of Caroline?"

Eliza gave a faint nod, her expression neutral. "I am Caroline's daughter, but I am no longer the legitimate daughter of the Duke's estate."

Perhaps it was because of this revelation, but Rocco, who had been on edge and highly alert, finally relaxed.

"So that's it. I never expected the person Gilbert mentioned, the one who could cure the poison in our bodies, would be you." Eliza raised an eyebrow. "So you believe me now?"

Rocco gave a respectful bow. "The enemy of my enemy is my friend. Besides, you're Caroline's daughter. The Padilla family's name was once renowned across the land. I've long admired them, but unfortunately, I never had the chance to visit. Now, with the Padilla family..." He paused, realizing his words, and quickly apologized. "Ah, I'm sorry, I misspoke."

Before Rocco could continue, Gilbert shot him a warning glance. Rocco quickly corrected himself, slapping his mouth in apology.

"No offense," Eliza waved a hand, unconcerned. "If you can trust me now, it seems our agreement can continue."

"What deal?" Rocco seemed unaware of the arrangement between Eliza and Gilbert.

Gilbert quickly explained, "Ah, right. I didn't have a chance to tell you earlier, but I made a deal with Your Grace. She's helping us develop an antidote to cure the poison in our bodies. And in return, we're helping her uncover the truth behind the death of Caroline and find the evidence."

"That makes sense."

Eliza. "So, Your Grace suspects that Caroline didn't die

Eliza nodded.

quiet laugh, stroking his thick beard. "Your Grace is right. Caroline's death was indeed linked

his, and

you anything you want, but

figured out Sophie's nature. Anyone capable of raising such a daughter like her must have had their dark side. Mrs. Zoie was certainly

freely," Eliza said,

the background of our 'Lady Sophie.' You probably already know that her true birthdate is two months

all, the blood running through Your Grace's veins belonged to the legitimate heirs of two great families. Sophie, however, was the result of

mother would have been dead before they even had the chance to be

from simple. They had known each other for years, and their feelings for one another had been sealed long

he chose to abandon Zoie, marrying Caroline, the only daughter of the

out again and cleverly seduced him for one final night.

finally resurfaced, it was to announce that she was

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weakened from years of exposure to toxins, was in no condition to carry the child to term-giving birth could easily cost her

on

hated him. She was willing

him feel guilty and regretful every single day, until the end of his

forget the woman who had

she left behind, and then seek revenge- revenge on Gabriel and the entire Duke's estate. In the end, Zoie got what she wanted. Gabriel, burdened with guilt, brought Sophie back

the

wasn't just Sophie returning for vengeance-it was Eliza as

lowered her gaze. "So, she sent word to Gabriel when she was about to give birth... and then what