The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 178 Everything Is Set

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At the local authorities, reports kept flooding in about Duke’s estate being implicated in fraud.

After the shops were sold, when the buyers went to collect their purchases, they were stopped by the Sharp family, who claimed that the properties had never been sold. The authorities conducted a check on the sales contract and discovered that it was signed by Prudence, but the original shop was listed under the Sharp family’s name. In other words, the buyers‘ contracts were invalid.

However, since the properties were part of the Sharp family’s dowry, the authorities needed to verify the situation with the Sharp family. If they agreed to the sale of the properties, then there wouldn’t be a dispute. The only recommendation would be to formalize the transaction with the proper red contracts to prevent future complications.

When the authorities arrived at the Sharp family home, Natasha simply said, “The Sharp family would never sink so low as to sell off its properties. Let the authorities investigate.”

The officials then sought Prudence. She had just finished packing, preparing to leave for Caelmont the next day.

“Prudence, we’ve received complaints claiming you’re involved in fraud, selling properties that don’t belong to you,” the new official, Camren Sandoval, began bluntly upon meeting her.

Before Prudence could respond, Priscilla, standing beside her, shot back angrily, “What are you talking. about? Fraud? Those properties belonged to the Langley family originally. The Sharp family just brought them as part of the dowry. Once she’s gone, they’re ours!”

Camren calmly explained, “Priscilla, that’s not how it works. If the dowry property had already been registered with the authorities and changed to red contracts, the sale would be legitimate. But the properties Prudence sold were still listed under the Sharp family’s name.”

Prudence spoke gently, “I’ll discuss this with the Sharp family. The proceeds from these sales will be returned to them. It’s just that my granddaughter got into some trouble, and things got delayed. It’s all a misunderstanding”

“If it’s a misunderstanding, that’s good,” Camren said. “But the complainants have already gone to the authorities. They paid for the properties, but when they went to collect them, the shops weren’t available.. Either you compensate them double or you need to talk to the Sharp family. Otherwise, if the situation escalates, it could lead to fraud charges. Also…”

He looked around at her neatly packed bags. “Until the investigation is complete, you cannot leave Argentum.”

Prudence’s expression darkened. “What do you mean by that? I’ve told you, this is a misunderstanding. I’ll go speak with my old in–laws to clarify everything. Now you want me to compensate double and not leave Argentum? Am I a criminal now?”

smiled and bowed. “Then please go and discuss it. We’ll be back tomorrow.”

narrowed with malice. “The Sharp family just returned, they probably don’t even know about the shop sales, and the contracts were only signed recently. How could someone already be trying to collect the properties

already received the money, now do we

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moment and said, “Tell Geoffrey to come. Have

any use going to the Sharp family.

him to negotiate first, to divert the Sharp family’s attention. We’ll leave today, Prudence said slowly.

of Prunella that could be sold. All the money is in the bank, and the bank slips are in the drawer of my big cabinet, in

was taken aback.

it in the bank. If you see an opportunity, you can invest it and earn some interest. If not, just

you sell

shops–those were Prunella’s favorites. You can collect rent from them, or

Prunella’s most beloved place. He

explain this to him. I’m not greedy for a penny of the dowry. If they want it back. just return it. You have a high status; you can’t be seen as coveting Prunella’s dowry. Prudence continued.

There’s no need to mention it. Over the

about the changes. It’s out of respect for their family. That way, if they ever remember and feel resentful for

they don’t want the money back, you can keep half of it for yourself. Leave some for Bryant and

and Priscilla’s dowry is substantial too. The children are all staying at Duke’s estate, so the money stays here. What needs to be given for the dowry, give it; what needs to be spent on

to be sensible. He

thoughts also turning to Harlan. He had been unconscious for several days and he had heard Sadie had been called to treat him. He wondered if he had shown any improvement. F concern

he requested to see

sigh of relief. He had always believed Natasha understood him.