The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 123 Trouble in Zloimond

Doug’s gaze suddenly turned sharp, like a sword as he asked, “Who are you cursing?”

Isolde slowly withdrew her gaze and replied, “My old man.”

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“Mm, he deserves it. Doug returned to his book, dismissing the conversation with a casual tone. “Alright, go

back.”

Isolde jumped up and squeezed herself beside him. “Wait, why are you always trying to get rid of me lately?

Doug set down his book and looked at her. With a smile, he reached over to ruffle her hair. I’m not trying to get rid of you. It’s just… with all the rumors outside, it’s better for you to stay away and avoid the gossip.”

Isolde, surprised, blinked a few times. “So you’re worried about what others will say about us?”

Doug laughed. “Of course, I care. Otherwise, I won’t be able to find a wife after all this.”

“You still want to find a wife?” Isolde raised an eyebrow.

“Why not?” Doug replied.

Isolde gave in, admitting, “Fine, you can.”

She stood up, her heart aching as she walked away. Tears welled up in her eyes, a deep sorrow tugging at her chest.

Isolde, you really have had the worst luck in life.

What right do you have to only seek revenge? You owe so much more to those who care for you.

Doug, fearless and rebellious, never worried about what others thought. Yet, for her name and future, he went to great lengths to avoid the rumors.

Once she left, Doug sighed deeply. The world may be harsh, but he, Doug, could defy the heavens, while she couldn’t. He couldn’t bear to see her suffer.

Women, they need a good marriage, a proper match. It was the only way. He didn’t want to be shallow, but the world forced him to be. He had too many enemies, too many complications. He couldn’t protect her forever.

If he could, he’d let her live her life however she wished. But he couldn’t.

Today, he was a mighty figure, the high–ranking Nine Thousand Years. Tomorrow, he might be a prisoner. his life in danger.

only to have someone rush in and

said, dropping his book. He read the letter, and his face changed dramatically. After a moment, he tucked the letter away, gave quick orders, and headed out. “Prepare the horses. I’m going to

out with two attendants, heading straight for the palace to

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the letter to the Emperor. The Emperor read it, his face composed. “Keep this quiet. Go to Zloimond and don’t announce a death until the body

a look and said with a solemn expression, “Put this matter aside for now. Bring some people to Zloimond. If you don’t see the

replied before leaving with his

palace, Doug went straight to Duke’s estate.

just returned, was surprised when she saw Doug arriving. I’ve only just returned. How are you

gone, if you need. anything, go to the Princess and Rosemary. They will help

you going?” Isolde asked casually, though she didn’t pay much attention, knowing Doug had been handling the Emperor’s affairs

“Zloimond, Doug replied.

Isolde froze. “Zloimond?”

I’m leaving right away. I still need to

Safe travels, Isolde said, her

been to Paletein Manor, and Doug hadn’t mentioned anything about an official trip, so this must have come up after she left. She recalled seeing

a rebellion. It had been large–scale, with an army of over twenty thousand, later swelling to over fifty thousand, heavily armed. Since Zloimond wasn’t far from Argentum, it posed a direct threat.

her previous life. In the November of the year she married

rebellion. It was a huge commotion, and their weapons and equipment were very the time of the rebellion, there were more than 20,000 people, but later on, there were more than 50,000 people.

of suppressing the rebellion had fallen to Harrison, who was known

a half to crush

have started in November, just three or four months away. If Doug was heading to Zloimond now,

had started early, it should have been Harrison leading the charge, not

different from her example, Oliver was not supposed to go to

what’s wrong?” Esme noticed Isolde still staring after Doug, lost in thought.

admitted, her worry growing.

ious one. For

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matters for years.

this and realized she had been worrying needlessly.

The i

Clark arrived at the