Chapter 332 He’s Drunk

Isolde downed her drink in one go and asked, “Is there more?”

Finished

Hattie chuckled. “Where would there be more? Miniro aid this was the General’s bowl. He secretly had Miniro bring it over to you.”

Hearing that Oliver had asked Miniro to send it, Isolde felt an unexpected warmth spreading in her chest. She asked, “Ask Miniro, did he drink a lot?“–

“Miniro said he drank quite a bit. A lot of people kept forcing drinks on him, but luckily, a few of the Garretts shielded him from a good amount. Otherwise, he’d be completely wasted by now.”

Isolde laughed. “Good thing we had both families host the banquet together. At least we have people to protect us.”

Her cousins coming back really proved useful. Without them, relying solely on the North Camp soldiers and the Southern Watch’s arrangements wouldn’t have been enough to fend off all those noble lords and ministers forcing drinks on Oliver.

“Exactly! Who in the Valen family would shield the Grand General from drinking? They all just poured him more!” Hattie scoffed.

Drinking etiquette had its nuances, especially on such a joyous occasion. The guests, caught up in the celebration, would naturally push drinks onto the groom. It was different from family–family would protect him. And so, those members of the Valen family who had always claimed to treat Oliver like their own kin suddenly revealed their true, distant attitudes.

After finishing a bowl of broth, Isolde felt much steadier.

Sadie joined her, chatting to pass the time.

“Tired?” Sadie asked, smiling as she sat in front of her.

“Tired, definitely. Mostly because there are just too many complicated rituals.” Isolde sighed.

“A little complexity is fine, as long as you get what you want in the end,” Sadie said, always sounding wise beyond her years.

Isolde chuckled. “You’re next.”

Sadie smiled faintly. “Yes, I’m looking forward to it.”

Isolde laughed. “If others heard you, they’d say the princess is desperate to get married.”

“If I’m marrying the man I love, then let them talk,” Sadie said, unfazed.

“Well said.” Isolde genuinely admired her attitude.

Sadie then changed the subject. “Martha is marrying William.”

an

bored, and stumbled

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finished

just hearing

your hand. I should check your pulse.” Sadie suddenly remembered the real reason she

come.

tired today,” Isolde said, stretching out her hand for

of yours, it’s a miracle you’ve survived so many wounds and battles. Your

a prescription, and I’ll slowly recover,” Isolde didn’t think much of

Esme so

small sachet and handed it to

shut with a string. When she picked it noticed a small pouch of blood inside.

up,

she

Fish blood?” Isolde asked in surprise.

into, right? The Valen family will definitely have someone check for ‘proof‘

put the sachet aside. “I don’t need it. Let

it. You‘ might actually

“Do you think I’m not…?”

be able to consummate the marriage

why but felt too awkward–especially

someone who strictly follows rules and customs. If there’s no

sachet aside. “I really don’t need

shrugged. “Suit yourself.”

did you get this blood? Don’t tell me it’s

Valen family killed plenty of fish today for the banquet.

Sadie’s knowing gaze and suddenly understood. Tonight, someone

days ago when she had time to deal with it? Tonight was really the worst possible timing–for everyone involved.

soon. Don’t worry, I mixed a special powder in with the fish blood.

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