The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 28 Same Spirit

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The following day, envoys from the Royal Court arrived to bestow honors. Isolde was granted an estate of 500 households, along with a sum of five thousand thalers of gold. As per the edict, the amount split evenly with the Marshal of Brackenfell–2,500 each.

The gold arrived that very day, its radiant glow dazzling to behold. Matilda’s envy burned as she stared. her hunger for it twisting her insides like a knot she couldn’t untangle.

After receiving such an honor, tradition required a visit to the Royal Court to offer formal thanks. The royal edict had clearly stated both must appear. That evening, the Duke of Blackmoor summoned Isolde. “Prepare yourself, he instructed her curtly. “We leave for the palace at dawn.”

Since being granted the hereditary title of Grand Duke, the Blackmoor estate had become a hub of activity. Visitors now arrived in a steady stream, day and night.

With the title secure, the Duke also began introducing his son. Harley, to noble society, ensuring the boy understood the responsibilities that lay ahead.

Later that night, after meeting with Marshal Brackenfell, the Duke sent Harlan to deliver a message to the

Peral Tower.

Upon returning. Harlan reported with a faint frown, “Lady Isolde has no suitable clothes for the court. Even if we were to procure something now, there isn’t enough time.”

The Duke’s expression darkened. “No proper clothes? She’s been back for two years, and she receives new gowns every season–over a dozen of them! Are those not good enough? Does she expect to be cloaked in gold and jewels to appear before others? It’s disgraceful

He had reviewed the estate’s accounts himself. Matilda had requested three hundred thalers per quarter for Isolde’s wardrobe–more than his own expenses.

When questioned, Matilda had argued that Isolde’s attire needed to reflect her status as the Duke’s daughter, especially now that she was of marriageable age. Though the Duke had thought it excessive, he let it pass.

But now–no suitable clothes? It is utterly absurd.

Harlan added quietly, “Lady Isolde says appearing at court in such attire would dishonor you. She’s asked that you offer thanks on her behalf.”

The Duke’s face grew thunderous. “The royal edict specifically commands her presence. If she refuses to go, she dishonors the king himself.”

After a tense silence, his voice turned cold. “Very well. I’ll personally see to it that she has something.

suitable to wear.

he strode to Preal Tower,

her wardrobe. What he expected. was a collection of lavish gowns. Instead, he froze.

old quilts. In one compartment sat a couple of garish red and green garments–clothing so gaudy they reminded him of

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spend a few hundred every season on clothes,” he barked. “This is it?

smile curved her lips. “Where,

snapped, his anger flaring anew. “I am

voice level. “Yes.

faltered as he took in her expression equal parts mockery and resignation. A wave of guilt

man of his position, outwitted by

sister’s wardrobe.

no move to leave.s there nothing you wish to say to Lady Isolde before I go, my

turned sharply. “No Let’s go.” He stormed out of the room, fury trailing in

quiet sigh. “My lady, the Duke feels guilty. He just doesn’t know how to say

softened. “Harlan, a child does not truly resent their parents.”

girl. I know.” With that, he departed, leaving

silence.

murmured thoughtfully, “Her spirit is just like her mother’s.”

voice cold and curt. “How is

as Harlan spoke. “Do you not remember how Madam defied the Great

in his

could I mean, my lord?” Harlan replied calmly.

fixed on him. “You’ve never cared for

“At the time, the Great Marshal called you nothing more than the son of a concubine, stubborn and blunt–unfit for greatness. He arranged a marriage for Madam, to the man who is now Marquis of Valianmere. But Madam told him that if he liked