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The Swordswoman’s Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 68 The Reason for a Heart’s Stir

Isolde was about to speak when a servant entered, announcing, “Mr. Becker, Oliver has arrived.

Doug chuckled, “Wasn’t he drinking? Why’s he coming here so late? Quick, let him in.”

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Isolde instinctively placed her feet on the floor and sat up properly. Doug shot her a knowing look. “Ah, so you do know how to act like a proper lady now?”

I’m at home here, so I’m not so particular. He’s the guest, after all, Isolde said, slightly embarrassed.

Doug patted her hand gently. “You really should consider my proposal, my dear”

Isolde raised her glass. “Do you think I’m some rare catch? Everyone’s vying for me? He’s already promised

to someone.”

“A promise can always be broken, Doug said with a sly grin.

Isolde rolled her eyes and took a sip of her wine, ignoring him.

Oliver had originally come out of boredom, looking for a drink. The earlier gathering had left him feeling irritated. He hadn’t expected to find Isolde here. Smiling, he said, “Isolde here as well? You two seem to be enjoying yourselves.”

Isolde smiled at him. In his blue silk robe, Oliver looked tall and poised. The candlelight softened his features, and his eyes sparkled with an almost hypnotic allure.

“You must’ve smelled the wine from afar, huh?” Isolde remarked with a playful glint in her eyes.

Oliver sat down, his robe flowing around him. “Of course. Mr. Becker’s place might not have much, but the wine’s always top–notch. Couldn’t resist the scent.”

As they sat close, some fragrance surrounding Isolde seemed to envelop her. The scent was intoxicating. and it reminded her of that night they’d spent hiding away in the mountains. She couldn’t help but glance at him.

too, had been looking at her, their eyes meeting just as she looked up.

garment. When she arrived, she hadn’t brought any extra clothes, so Doug had given her one of his freshly made robes. It was long and loose, and her hair was loosely tied up, no

hitched slightly.

two of them quietly, called for more drinks. After a moment, he casually asked. “B way, Oliver. I

ask, it’s someone with my

at

spinning it expertly between his fingers without spilling a drop. “Yes, it’s a good match.”

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excited about? A marriage is

Pearls

and your father only has you as his heir. You need to marry and continue the family line. But don’t marry just

found this match for me. It’s not bad.”

that Doug was about to say something decisive, quickly changed the subject. “By the way. William’s

already had my fill, made my toast, left my money behind as a gesture. That’s about

eyes widened. “You left

buy whatever they like, Oliver said, frowning.

bet your cousin’s furious.”

raised a hand to silence them. “Alright, enough with the cousin jokes. Don’t go making up family

now.”

Anyway, girl, about Milton’s case- you said you wanted to get involved. Well, Oliver’s here, so why

little scheme. He wanted to leave her alone with Oliver, but she truly wanted to be part of this. She had her reasons, and this was the perfect opportunity to discuss

eyes in confusion. “Mr. Becker can’t stay up late? He can

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embarrassed on Doug’s behalf. “He’s

Watch has been keeping him

Isolde’s eyes, he asked, “You want to be part of

replied. She began explaining her plan to

head. “No, Milton’s too skilled.

have to fight him directly. Oliver, tr this is the best way. It will also lead us to the mastermind behind Shadowmere. Doug’s been investigating for so long

hesitated. He understood the case, but this plan was risky. If anything went wrong…

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