The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

The Swordswoman’s Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 377 The Imperial Decree

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Heidi considered Allan’s words carefully before saying, “Didn’t we investigate this match before returning to Argentum? Don’t you remember? Someone mentioned that Prudence once tried to take Isolde’s life, but Isolde survived and ended up in Zloimond with Oliver instead.”

“That’s an exaggeration,” Allan dismissed. “A grandmother, no matter how cruel, wouldn’t try to kill her own granddaughter.”

“But by your logic, Isolde is someone who repays kindness and holds grudges clearly. Why, then, is she being so stubborn in this case? Refusing to attend the funeral only tarnishes her reputation. People will talk. She’ll lose the goodwill of Argentum. Why would she risk that?”

“It seems,” Allan said gravely, “this matter warrants further investigation.”

Heidi smiled. “So you’re not forcing Isolde to return anymore?”

Allan scoffed. “Could I even force her? She’s as stubborn as an ox.”

Heidi chuckled. “I thought someone like Isolde would never win your favor. But you’re rather fond of her, aren’t you?”

“Whether I approve of her or not is beside the point. She saved Pablo’s life, and she’s Oliver’s wife. As long as her character isn’t rotten, what is there to disapprove of? Pampering her? Hardly. She’s family–I treat her sincerely, that’s all.”

Heidi leaned against him, laughing. “That’s just another way of saying you spoil her.”

Allan shot her a glare. “Are you trying to stir things up?”

“Who, me?” Heidi teased. “You act tough, but your heart is soft.”

Allan brushed off his sleeves. “What nonsense? I never said I disliked her.”

After a pause, he added, “She may not be well–versed in literature, only skilled in wielding a sword, but she has contributed greatly to the court. In matters of the state, she’s commendable. As for her temperament— like I said before–it’s straightforward. If not for this issue, I wouldn’t have gotten angry with her at all.”

“Your anger was useless anyway. She just hid from you.” Heidi laughed.

she hadn’t, she would’ve had to confront me. And I never intended to force her–only, this concerns her reputation. It’s a shame she doesn’t understand

big scandal. Let it pass. If you stay angry, Isolde won’t dare

exhaled, relenting. “Send her a message–tell her she doesn’t have to hide anymore.”

“Alright, I’ll send word to Paletein Manor.”

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returned home and went to Allan’s chambers to

much weight she had lost after just two days at Paletein Manor, Allan assumed it was grief

returned, he asked about

care about me,” Isolde

quietly grieving with her. Seeing her still troubled, he

her head. “Not

you miss her?” Oliver

do,” she said, her eyes brimming with tears. “I think of her every moment. But if I go, she’ll force herself to act fine in front of me.

that if she went, she wouldn’t be able to hold back her emotions. If she broke down in front of Natasha, it would only cause

“Whenever you’re ready, just tell

take a few days to

sad,” Oliver said gently.

night, he stayed by her side. Every sigh, every furrowed brow, every moment of silent sorrow made

at the Langley estate, Prudence was finally laid

next morning, at court, after national affairs were discussed, Arthur stepped

unfilial, of failing to attend her grandmother’s funeral, and of even rejecting the mourning attire the Langley family

been circulating among officials, but most had chosen to keep their opinions to themselves. After all, it was a

accusation,

open court, he turned to Pablo and demanded, “Is it true?”