The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 15 Fire

Isolde was dragged into the bandits stronghold on Wolf Mountain.

In another life, she’d been here before–bin only after the bandits were long gone.

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The structures, built entirely of wood, weren’t much to look at, but they were solid. Back then, she’d seen the right wing scorched by fire, yet the rest stood firm

This place wasn’t just a hideout–it held a dungeon.

The dungeon, once a natural cave, had been reinforced by the bandits with iron bars and gates. Now, it served as her prison.

She lay still on the cold stone floor, listening as the heavy footsteps of the bandits faded into the distance. When all fell silent, she finally opened her eyes.

The only light came from a flickering oil lamp, its glow faint and uneven, barely illuminating a few paces around her.

Her hands were free, and the gag had been removed. The bandits must’ve decided she was no threat.

Up here on Wolf Mountain, after all, what could one woman do? Even a hundred soldiers wouldn’t stand much of a chance against these brutes.

The quiet was broken by the faint sound of breathing–hot hers. She strained her ears, but no other noises reached her.

Carefully, she pressed herself to the ground and peered into the dark. When she was sure no one else was near, she crawled toward the sound.

What she found made her heart lurch: a small figure. Achild. The boy was alive.

Even in the dim light, she recognized him. Lord Theodic. Relief coursed through her

But his face was filthy and swollen, his skin flushed red with fever. His breathing was shallow, and she couldn’t tell if he was asleep or unconscious.

She reached out, her hand trembling, and touched his forehead. It was scalding hot. Fear clenched in her chest–he was burning up.

The light touch woke him. His eyes fluttered open, wide and panicked. Before he could cry out, she clapped a hand over his mouth, her voice urgent but gentle. “Shh! It’s alright, my lord. Your mother sent me to get you out of here. Don’t be scared, and stay quiet. Understand?”

The boy froze, staring at her with wide, tear–filled eyes Slowly, his fear ebbed, replaced by silent sobs.

Isolde lowered her hand and pulled him close. “Hush now,” she murmured, stroking his back. “You’re safe. I’ll take you home. I swear it.”

Theodric clung to her, his small arms wrapped tightly around her neck. His body Shook with suppressed sobs, and silent tears soaked her tunic. Such courage from a child so young tore

a moment, guilt overwhelmed her. How could I haven

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a brave lad.” she whispered. “Listen carefully now. When the bad men come, pretend to be

voice came small and shaky. T… I got

tightened. She thought of Princess Aveline and Lord Garraway, imagining the torment of parents who didn’t know if their child was

would be hard enough. Taking Theodric with her? Almost impossible She might not make it out alive.

her past life faded into insignificance. Right now, all

raced. If her memory was right, Theodric’s death came on the seventh night of

a luxury she didn’t have. She needed to move, and

belt. The whip was still there-

truly working with Milton Blackwell, then Blackwell would never let her

If Blackwell wants me dead, why waste time?

hit her: leverage. She was worth more alive The

or favors.

gave her a slim chance, but

oil lamp. Then to the dry straw scattered across

plan began to form.

killed her and Lord Theodric, it meant they hadn’t ironed out their deal with whoever had hired them. Until they struck a bargain, neither she

time. Are there guards outside? If not, any

felt like hours, Lod Theodric finally drifted into a restless

and swift. Her heart

him. A taller shadow followed close behind, resolving into a familiar figure. Her pulse quickened. In every life she’d lived, this man had been her saving

stepped into view, his dark eyes sharp and intense. “Keep quiet,” he whispered. “I’ll find somewhere to lay low. This isn’t the time to bolt

She nodded toward the oil lamp, then knelt to stroke Leonis sleek

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