Chapter 302

Anthony was incredulous. “How is that even possible?” he asked.

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Losing his patience, Gabriel snapped, “Go see for yourself at Solacecrest Manor if you don’t believe me. The herb fields have already been replanted.”

Anthony’s face darkened. He’d hoped to gain some leverage in the herb fields, but now, he seemed lost. ‘Could Eliza also possess the Sage of Poison’s manual?‘ he wondered.

Sophie, equally displeased, stood nearby. ‘How can he still be so useless?‘ she thought, remembering how Matthew had tried to reassure her earlier by relaying Anthony’s confident words.

Anthony had been so confident, claiming, “Eliza’s herb fields are beyond saving unless the Sage of Poison himself intervenes.” Yet, here they were, the problem easily solved.

Sophie froze, her mind racing as she considered, ‘Could the Sage of Poison be secretly hiding with Eliza?‘

She contemplated the idea but dismissed it with a shake of her head. ‘The nuns around Eliza? They couldn’t possibly be the Sage of Poison.

Anthony, though frustrated, looked respectfully up to Gabriel and asked, “Father, given your wisdom, what do you think our next step should be?”

Gabriel looked down at the papers in their hands. “Didn’t I already say? If she wants to grow herbs, then you should too.”

“This is ridiculous,” Sophie muttered, her tone sharp with disdain. She had no intention of lowering herself to such a task.

it. Even so, the mere

be able

sharp with irritation. “Do you believe Eliza is someone you can still manipulate so

with her? He’s one of the royal family’s

darkened as he considered the casualties, thinking, ‘His skills are top–tier–he must be one of the king’s elite shadow guards. How else could he

sabotage the attention Eliza seeks through her supposed charitable acts. That will obstruct her and rehabilitate our household

gaze on Sophie. “Do this properly; no one will dare mock you when you’re a renowned philanthropist. Your origins

this was Gabriel’s way

chance to steal Eliza’s glory and potentially even become a Holy Lady with Gabriel’s support. After all, she was

“Father, I understand now! I’m going to make this happen,” she exclaimed, her voice

Now listen carefully. For the time being, leave Eliza alone. You’ll

you for guiding

work with Sophie to complete this task together. That is your final opportunity to succeed, so

Sophie replied in

8:23 PM

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and stumbled to the ground, his slight frame unable to

you alright? I’m so sorry. I wasn’t watching where I was going, so I bumped into you.” He stood up quickly and offered

his head as he struggled. “Wasn’t looking where I was

scrutinized Benedict. “The fall wasn’t bad, I’m fine. But you seem pale, Benedict. Are you sure

apart for a few days. His usually vibrant complexion was pale, and the dark circles beneath his eyes hinted at prolonged sleep deprivation. He seemed distant

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