The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 274

The Swordswoman’s Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 274 Harper Complaints

Doug and Kolton, who were standing nearby, felt slightly reassured upon hearing the King’s words.

At the very least, the death penalty had been avoided.

Escaping the death penalty was already a form of leniency.

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As for whether Geoffrey could retain his official position and title, that was secondary. The most important thing was that his life had been spared.

However, before they could fully relax, a eunuch announced from outside that Minister Harper was requesting an audience.

Harper was the Minister of Personnel, the younger brother of Layla,

The King summoned him inside.

Yang baron strode in and knelt on one knee. “Honor to meet you, Your Majesty!”

“Rise,” the King said, noticing Harper’s flushed face, which indicated he had rushed to the palace. Without waiting for Harper to speak, the King asked, “What urgent matter brings you here?”

Harper stood up and reported, “Your Majesty, I have received news that Geoffrey of the Inspector High Court of Parliament requested leave on the grounds of attending to his seriously ill mother. However, he secretly left Argentum to join the army heading to Zloimond. His intentions are suspicious. I implore Your Majesty to thoroughly investigate this matter. If Geoffrey colluded with Kamari, then the sacrifices made by our Northern Camp soldiers would be in vain.”

It was widely known in the court that Kamari had conspirators within Argentum. Geoffrey’s departure

without orders and in secret suggested ulterior motives. If he had no ill intentions, why would he act in such a manner?

Doug and Kolton, who had just begun to relax, felt their hearts tighten again.

It seemed that their worst fears were coming true.

Geoffrey’s journey to Zloimond was indeed a serious crime, but the gravest accusation would be that of

collusion.

Zloimond

darkened. “Where did you hear

Majesty, this month coincides with the officials‘ evaluation period. Geoffrey requested leave, and the Inspector High Court of

at the military camp evaluating officers, I heard soldiers mention that Geoffrey had appeared on the battlefield. I questioned several people and confirmed this. “I recalled that the army had returned to Argentum some time ago, and even Doug and Kolton had returned. Yet, Geoffrey has not. If he is innocent, why did he not return with the others and instead chose to hide? After careful consideration, I

knows about this?” the King asked sternly.

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this yesterday but only came to report it today. During that time, you did not tell anyone?”

had discussed this with

was his father’s idea to come to the palace

said that since the King was investigating Kamari’s conspirators, reporting such matters would be meritorious. It was well known that Geoffrey and his daughter had a strained relationship, so it was unlikely he had gone to protect

that he had gone to relay

he could not say this

he shook his head. “Your

that Geoffrey and Isolde had both contributed to

had heard it from the common folk while out purchasing supplies. After Layla left, the King sent

matters were supposed to be highly confidential. How could the common folk know about

had informed Margaret and was displeased that

Harper rushing to file a complaint, the King suspected that Harper had informed Margaret, who

detested collusion between the court and the inner palace. Now that the three siblings–Harper. Margaret, and Layla–had orchestrated this charade,

so how did Layla know?”

stunned. “Layla knows? How could Layla know? I… I did not enter the palace. I do not know how

morning, your sister Margaret entered the palace to visit Layla. Layla then reported to

and what she said matches your account exactly

his legs went weak. He cursed inwardly, wondering how Layla

Majesty, I truly did not inform Layla or Margaret. Please investigate this thoroughly!”

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