The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

The Swordswoman’s Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 30 The King

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The High Court of Parliament and the Southern Watch were now working in close concert to investigate the Shadowmere affair. Even the faintest lead, they knew, could expose a vast network of culprits.

She was curious. Would William and Eleanor’s hond prove strong enough to weather this storm?

On the third day, Harlan returned with a set of fine satin garments. The purple attire, though a touch old- fashioned, fit Isolde perfectly and lent her an air of understated nobility. Geoffrey said nothing, merely instructing her to change quickly.

Later, Geoffrey visited the Velvet Wing, where he opened Matilda’s jewelry box. Selecting a delicate headdress, he ordered it sent to the Pearl Tower.

Though it pained Matilda to part with such finery, after a few words of reassurance from Anne, she managed to smile as she saw Geoffrey off.

Meanwhile, the Royal Court had conferred honors not only upon Isolde and Geoffrey, but also elevated Oliver to Great Marshal of the Argentum.

In the Eryndral Empire, the highest military title was Grand Marshal, granted only in times of war. Beneath him were seven Marshals, each commanding one of the major military regions.

Oliver’s appointment as Marshal of Argentum meant he now held command over all the city’s forces.

It was, ostensibly, a reward for quelling mere bandits- fact that fueled suspicion. Whispers spread that the King had ulterior motives.

Some believed this signaled the reemergence of the Southern Watch as a force in court politics.

Others claimed it was simply out of deference to Oliver’s lineage–he was, after all, the son of the legendary Marshal.

The rumors went unanswered by those involved. On this day, Oliver rode his prized horse steed to the palace to give thanks, where he crossed paths with Geofrey at the East Gate.

Geoffrey, long hoping to ask about the incident at Wolf Mountain, greeted him warmly. “I’ll invite you to my estate soon–we’ve much to discuss.”

Oliver agreed, then turned his gaze to Isolde, his expression tightening. “Your wounds–why do they still look so severe?”

Isolde lowered her eyes. “I’m much better now, my lord”

Oliver glanced briefly at Geoffrey but said nothing more. As they entered the palace gates, he drew a small porcelain vial from his sleeve and handed it to Isolde.

at night. You’ll recover within days,” he said,

without thinking. Before she could utter her thanks, he had already

held the warmth of his hand. Her fingers traced its smooth surface as

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thought herself fragile, yet this simple kindness nearly unraveled her carefully rebuilt resolve.

the cold, marbled floor, Isolde listened quietly to the King’s

raise your head. Let me see you,” the King said.

she dared not meet the King’s eyes. Instead, her focus

woman’s beauty comes in two forms: delicate grace or noble strength. Duke Blackmoor, your daughter possesses both. She has

aback but quickly recovered. “Your Majesty is far too kind. My daughter is

then turned to Isolde. “I hear you began training in

lord, I trained under

surprised. “Oh?

“Yes, Your Majesty.”

as unimportant. Surely, he thought, if he had not

knows nothing

If the Queen Mother were here, she would remind you that a woman can rise to greatness, even on the battlefield. It

the Queen Mother arose, Geoffrey saffened, his voice edged with

smile. “Go now. I have matters yet to

Isolde bowed

it the fresh tranquility of May. They walked silently along the shoreline, their path led by Lord Vargas, the King’s trusted

cross paths with

polite, knowing smile. “Of course, my

a suspicious glance. How does he know of Master Orson?

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