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.

signaled that both the King and the Queen Mother were taking this matter seriously. If he handled things well,

sighed. “With him here, certain people might think twice

a knowing smile. “He’s on his

“Truly?

power in the

a man whose influence extended across the empire. Even the highest nobility treated him with deference.

course, many despised him.

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him, though they dared not oppose

and Lord Theodric left, Michelle

since marrying into the Velmont family, Michelle had

the Velmont family was little more than a hollow shell–much like the Duke’s estate. The only difference was that Marquis Velmont’s

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

agree?” Michelle frowned as she

to me directly, ordering me to

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. If we return them all, what will he

let her have them.”

her status within the Velmont family. Giving them up

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

does Father ever listen

different now. She’s a County Princess. Matilda’s voice dropped to a whisper as she leaned in. murmuring something in Michelle’s ear.

gleaming. “Ryker’s plan

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

handle it. In the meantime, summon Eleanor. She’ll

to manipulate. Also, pack some of my old clothes and some unused

to save

she even

this good? Besides,

follow your every word.

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