The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 32 I’ll Decide for You

Geoffrey had finally pieced together what had transpired at Wolf Mountain.

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When it came to matters outside his family, his mind was sharp and quick. After linking it with what Isolde had told him, the full picture became clear.

However, he knew that the current evidence was not enough to bring Milton down. Turning to Oliver, he Marked. “Milton is untouchable for now. If we pull this thread too soon, we might unravel something much bigger.”

Oliver chuckled. “You and I are of the same mind, Geoffrey. That’s exactly what I was thinking. We should prolong the investigation, keep him under pressure for a while.”

Geoffrey gave him an approving look. “You’re sharp. Just like your father.”

“You flatter me. Oliver smiled.

Geoffrey invited him to coffee and, as they sat down, asked, “By the way, do you know Orson?”

Oliver raised a brow. “Why do you ask?”

“He’s my daughter’s mentor, and Lord Vargas seems to know him as well. It got me curious–who exactly is

he?

Oliver’s smile deepened. “Why not ask Isolde?”

A flicker of discomfort crossed Geoffrey’s face. “To be honest, there are some things… I can’t bring myself to

ask her.”

Oliver studied him for a moment before saying, “If the opportunity arises, I can introduce you.”

“Good.” Seeing that Oliver was unwilling to elaborate, Geoffrey assumed Orson wasn’t anyone of great importance and let the matter drop.

Over coffee, their discussion returned to politics.

Southern Watch was a significant boost for Geoffrey. It signaled that both the King and the Queen Mother were taking this matter seriously. If he handled things well, he would prove himself worthy

Geoffrey sighed. “With him

lips curled into a knowing smile. “He’s on his

lit up. “Truly? That’s excellent news!”

not traditionally wield power in the Eryndral Empire, Doug was an

trusted confidant, a man whose influence extended across

many despised

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down on him, though they dared not oppose

Theodric left, Michelle returned

marrying into the Velmont family, Michelle had

the Duke’s estate. The only difference

evening, upon her return, Matilda pulled her daughter aside. “Michelle, you must help me. Isolde has suddenly grown a backbone! She’s demanding your father return Prunella’s

frowned as she took a

did!” Matilda seethed. “He came to me

I had planned to keep those for your brother! When you married, Lalready gave you two shops and an estate. The remaining three shops and two estates were meant for him.

can’t let her have them.” Michelle’s

relied on those properties to maintain her status within the Velmont family. Giving them up was out of

up his

does Father ever listen

County Princess. Matilda’s voice dropped to a

gleaming. “Ryker’s plan is clever–clean, efficient.”

nothing more than for her to die immediately,” Matilda muttered. “But she must marry into the Valen family first and have a grand wedding. Only then can Eleanor have strong reasons to claim the position of wife in the future. If we act now, the effects of the

summon Eleanor. She’ll come with me to apologize to

be easier to manipulate. Also, pack some of my old clothes and some unused fabric. I’ll bring them

to save

hesitated. “Will she even care for them?”

worn, are made of the finest materials. Has she ever worn anything this good? Besides, she’s always been desperate

and nodded. “You’re right. She used to follow your every word. Whatever you told her to do, she did it without