The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 357 Have You No Shame?

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Arthur was alarmed when he received word from the Valen family–his sister was in trouble again. Without hesitation, he rushed over.

However, the messenger wasn’t from Cristina’s quarters, leaving him unclear about the situation. So, he headed straight for Cristina’s room first.

When he arrived, he found Cristina weeping as if her soul had been torn apart. Her eyes were red and swollen, her face puffy with a distinct handprint stamped across her cheek.

Seeing him, Cristina threw herself into his arms, sobbing, “Arthur, if you don’t stand up for me this time, I’d rather die!”

Arthur’s face darkened as his gaze landed on the angry red mark across her face. His voice was sharp with rage. “What happened? Tell me everything!”

Cristina choked on her sobs before finally wailing, “That Isolde has gone too far! She ordered me to serve in her quarters and deliberately made things difficult for me. When I refused, she slapped me!”

“She laid hands on you?” Arthur’s fury ignited instantly. He had always doted on Cristina–he wouldn’t even raise his voice at her, let alone allow someone else to treat her like a servant. But striking her? That was crossing the line. “Why didn’t you go to Allan or Pablo for help?”

Cristina’s eyes burned with hatred. “Pablo isn’t in the estate. I did go to Allan, but that wretched Isolde put on an act in front of him, showering him with flattery and honeyed words. Allan actually believed her! Even Heidi spoke up for her! I refused to back down and argued with her, and that mad dog Isolde attacked me! Right in front of Allan and Heidi! They stood by and watched while I was beaten! Arthur, I can’t live like this anymore. Isolde is out to destroy me! She said that as long as I remain in the Valen family, she has countless ways to make me suffer!”

“Outrageous! Absolutely outrageous!” Arthur trembled with rage. “I am a man of honor, yet I’ve been blinded! How could Allan be so easily fooled? How could he fail to see right from wrong? This is beyond unacceptable!”

Cristina sobbed bitterly. “Maybe he’s blind to it, but you, Arthur, you cannot afford to be! That Isolde hit me, and now she’s sent for you–I know she’ll stop at nothing to slander me! The Valen family is bullying me! You have no idea how Margaret humiliated Mother the other day. She even said you wouldn’t dare divorce Agnes! Arthur, if you don’t prove yourself today, you’ll b

trampled on for the rest of your life! I’ve lived in the Valen family for years, and I’ve never been treated this way until now. And why? Because you refused to stand your ground the other day!”

Arthur clenched his jaw. He had already heard from his mother about Margaret’s behavior, and it had enraged him. His mother had accused him of being weak, and though he had his reservations, he couldn’t deny the truth in her words. That night, he hadn’t even spoken to Agnes, leaving her to reflect on her actions. But perhaps that silence had only made the Valens believe he was spineless–enough to mistreat even his sister.

“Come,” Arthur declared, gripping Cristina’s hand. “We’re going to see Allan!”

Hattie blocked their path. “Arthur, Lady Isolde says that if you’ve arrived, you should head to Ningser

anger barely contained. “Perfect! I was looking for her anyway!”

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remained indifferent. “Do you even know where Ningser

the way,” Arthur snapped.

dry laugh. “What

mere servant from Ningser Pavilion dares to act so insolent–one can

coldly. “I’ll take you to see just

Arthur whispered to Cristina, “Stay silent once we

herself in, her brother had always taken care

in a side hall. The room was freezing there

echoed in his mind–Heidi had sided with Isolde against her. His hands clenched at his sides, and he swallowed back the gesture

at him with a faint smirk.

here today for one reason. Tell me, what crime did Cristina commit that warranted you striking her?”

her eyes. “But have you

plainly–did you strike Cristina? If you did, then I will see to it that you

icy. “Since I called for you, it means I have grievances to air

claim grievances after assaulting someone? How absurd!” Arthur

coldly. “What’s even more absurd is that you, a high–ranking official, a supposed paragon of justice, are here to shield your sister before even hearing the facts. Your sister disrespected her elders, defied the lady of the house, and yet before I even open my mouth, you

made things difficult for her first–how could she respect you? And as for defying her elders…” Arthur’s gaze flickered toward Heidi. “If an elder stands upright and fair, why would anyone

by your reasoning, the lady of the house is wrong, the elders

Cristina is blameless?”

me!”