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 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 the importance of protecting

scandal. Let it pass. If you stay

message–tell her she doesn’t

giggled. “Alright, I’ll send word

and asked, “By the way, Liana once mentioned that Isolde isn’t particularly respectful toward you. She ignores your summons.

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377 The Imperial

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Isolde returned home and went

just two days at Paletein Manor, Allan assumed it was grief

Oliver returned, he asked about

does care about me,”

with her. Seeing her still troubled, he said, “Shall I take a few days off? We can go to the estate

shook her head.

you miss her?”

every moment. But if I go, she’ll force herself to act fine in front of me. Even if she’s

went, she wouldn’t be able to hold back her emotions. If she broke down in front

just tell me, and I’ll go with you.”

few days to

be too sad,” Oliver said

at night, he stayed by her side. Every sigh, every furrowed brow, every

finally laid to rest. Everyone assumed the matter was over.

were discussed, Arthur stepped forward with a formal

accused Isolde of being unfilial, of failing to attend her grandmother’s funeral, and of even rejecting the mourning attire the Langley family had sent her–throwing

among officials, but most had chosen to keep their opinions to

accusation, the

to Pablo and