The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 206 Mystic Palace

+ Pearls

Sadie gave Isolde’s hand a reassuring pat. “Look, all I can say is, he’s still alive. Just hang in there. He should be okay.”

When Isolde heard that, a tight knot formed in her stomach. She knew this wasn’t a good sign. She fought to keep her emotions in check and asked, her voice steady but laced with concern, “What’s his condition now?”

Sadie shrugged slightly, her face unreadable. “I don’t know. All I can tell you is that he’s still breathing”

It was something, at least. He was alive. That was all she could hold on to for now. Whether he’d be the same, though… She wasn’t sure she could handle that thought.

Isolde turned slowly and walked ahead, her thoughts spiraling. He has always been the one who lived for battle, the one who thrived on the frontlines.

But if he couldn’t even stand, what future will he have? What if he lost a limb? Or worse…

Her mind raced through all the possible outcomes. She tried, desperately, to cling to some hope, but the thought gnawed at her: if it wasn’t serious, he would’ve been back by now.

Earlier, Doug had said something about the Regent Bradley Clarke leaving. Could it be news from him? Maybe the Regent could help.

They reached the Violet Palace, where Queen Catherine resided. Sadie led Isolde inside to meet her.

Isolde took a deep breath, gathering her scattered thoughts, and followed Sadie in.

Inside, the palace was bustling with activity. Maids scurried around, some carrying trays of pastries, others -with tea. It was clear that there were already guests.

As they climbed the stone steps, a grey–haired matron greeted them with a warm smile. She nodded politely to Sadie before turning to Isolde. “Princess Isolde.”

Isolde returned the greeting, but her curiosity piqued. “Hi, ma’am.” How does this woman know me? I’ve never been here before.

The maid smiled and turned to Sadie. “Princess Sadie, you’ve finally arrived. The Queen Mother’s been asking for you. She said if you didn’t show up soon, she’d send someone to drag you here.”

Sadie chuckled softly. “How could I trouble the Queen Mother like that? I woke up early, but then Father had a little coughing fit, and Mother got all worried. She asked me to prepare some medicine, so that delayed me.

The maid raised an eyebrow, concerned. “Is the marquis alright?”

Sadie waved her hand dismissively. “Oh, he’s fine. It’s just the dry autumn air playing tricks on him. Mother’s just being overprotective.”

Rosemary really cares

a few elegantly dressed women seated, accompanied by two young girls who looked uneasy, standing by their mothers.

the center, sitting on an ornately carved chair, was Queen Mother, Thelma. She wore a rich crimson-

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pulled back into a neat

bracelet hung around her neck, each head

skin had darkened with age, and gas

formidable beauty

in her youth, Catherine had been even more striking though the

kind

knelt. Greetings, Queen Mother May you have a Song

you’re solde Langley?” Thelma’s voice

Your Majesty. I am holde Langley?

at me,” Catherine

downward, unsure whether she was allowed to meet Queen

“Hmmm, yes. You look just like

to kneel like this? It’s the first time we’ve met, don’t make

even married into the Langley family yet, and you’r already looking out for your future sister–in–law. Fine, I won’t make things

ladies around them burst into

Sadie. She thought the princess might

woman, Isolde thought to

Isolde and Sadie stepped outside the palace. Sadie turned to her and said, “Let’s

other plans and had instructed her to keep an

I’ll walk around and admire the flowers, Isolde said

her as she took a couple of steps. “You like

do. I grew up in a manor. How could I not appreciate flowers and plants?” Isolde replied,

me to Queen Dowager’s palace. There are some rare flowers there. But… you can only look at

“How about

expression softened. “Come on, let’s

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a reply, she turned

split second,