The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 32

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.

and the Queen Mother were taking this matter seriously. If

to Argentum soon,” Geoffrey sighed. “With him

curled into a knowing smile.

“Truly? That’s excellent

not traditionally wield power in the

trusted confidant, a man whose influence extended

course, many despised him.

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looked down on him, though they dared not oppose him outright.

Lord Theodric left, Michelle returned with a procession of

marrying into the Velmont family, Michelle

like the Duke’s estate. The only difference was that Marquis Velmont’s title could still be passed down

daughter aside. “Michelle, you must help me. Isolde has suddenly grown

Michelle frowned as

course he did!” Matilda seethed. “He came to me directly,

frustration. “You know I had planned to keep those for your brother! When you married, Lalready gave you two shops and

let her have them.”

the Velmont family. Giving them

your father has already made up his mind. What can we do?” Matilda

Father ever listen

dropped to a whisper

“Ryker’s plan is clever–clean,

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

summon Eleanor. She’ll come

old clothes and some unused fabric. I’ll bring

wants to save face–if Eleanorem as

hesitated. “Will she even

materials. Has she ever worn anything this good? Besides, she’s always been desperate to imitate me. If I offer her my old

and nodded. “You’re right. She used to follow your every word. Whatever you told her to do, she

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