Chapter 26 Chapter 26 46% 38) "I will never marry her." Margaery said firmly and sharply. "Go take care of it. I know what I'm doing. When you get back, send a message to Phillipa for me. Give her this." As she spoke, Margaery handed Amber a rolled-up piece of paper. "Lady Margaery, why are you looking for Lady Phillipa?" Amber asked, clearly surprised. "Phillipa doesn't like anyone from the Chancellor's estate. "Last time, she even said Lady Tessa didn't seem like someone we brought back from the countryside." "It's fine, just go. She'll come," Margaery said, a bitter taste rising in her chest. Phillipa was the daughter of Roy, the Lord of Warfare. She grew up wielding swords and spears and had entered the palace early on to become a personal guard for the Emperor In a way, Phillipa and Joshua were colleagues. Joshua had taken a liking to her and wanted to marry her. So, Joshua invited Phillipa to visit the Chancellor's estate, introducing her to Tessa, saying they'd all be family in the future. But when Phillipa left, she flatly rejected him, saying, "I, Phillipa, will never step into the Chancellor's estate. I don't belong there." Joshua had asked her why she said that, reminding her that she used to like Margaery when they were kids and would always come looking for her. But now, she suddenly disliked the Chancellor's estate. Phillipa looked at Tessa and said, "I do like Margaery, but she's a girl who grew up in the Gracewind Garden. No matter how you see it, that place isn't the main courtyard of the Chancellor's estate. It doesn't have that kind of status. "Now, the one living in the main courtyard doesn't seem like she came back from the countryside either. "I'm used to walking with my feet on solid ground. If I fall into the mud, I won't be able to climb out. I don't have the kind of grace to stay clean after getting stained." After saying that, Phillipa left. She never came back to the Chancellor's estate again, only occasionally sending allergy medicine and snacks to Margaery through people in the palace. When Margaery thought of this, her heart grew heavy. Even though she now lived in the Chancellor's estate, she couldn't find anyone willing to help her, anyone willing to trust her. In this vast city of Sinderin, the only person who came to mind was Phillipa. But with the bond they had, Margaery believed Phillipa would definitely come. As long as Phillipa came, Margaery could find a sliver of hope in this chaotic mess, break off the engagement with Dominic, and destroy Raul's schemes. Meanwhile, at Dashnell's residence, Dashnell closed his book and looked up as Adam returned. He asked, "How is she?" Adam's face was tense as he said, "When I got there, Lord Chancellor was forcing Lady Margaery to go plead guilty to the King. "If she refused, he was going to lock her in the cellar. If I had been a moment later, she would've already been down there." Dashnell's pupils contracted slightly. "Raul is less and less human by the day." 1/3 AU 46% Chapter 26 Adam sighed and said. "Exactly I can't wrap my head around it. They're both daughters of his, born of the same mother. How can Raul and his sons be so biased? "Lady Margaery was raised like a precious jewel. How could a father lay such a heavy hand on his own daughter? That cellar isn't a place for people. Forget the freezing weather; a girl like her wouldn't survive it. The toxic air alone could suffocate someone "Raised like a precious jewel?" Dashnell sneered at that. "Even a dog knows to wag its tail when you throw it a bone. They're saying Margaery is being unreasonable now, but only because she's always been too understanding." Dashnell continued. "Craig's prescriptions are priceless. Even just one would be enough to earn her the title of Lady from the King Avery took so much from her and still treated her like dirt. And Joshua-his sword techniques were taught to him by Margaery. As for Raul, do you really think he captured those rebels with his own skills back then?" Adam was stunned. "Wait, you mean that had something to do with Lady Margaery too?" If he remembered right, Margaery was only seven years old at the time. Dashnell said coldly, "The rebels' hideout was exposed through the messages Simon passed on using Margaery. If Raul hadn't used that to wipe out the rebels, he'd never have climbed to where he is today." A sharp glint flashed in Dashnell's frosty gaze. He added. "I thought if he had the information, he'd understand the stakes. and treat Margaery better. "I never expected him to think it was all his own brilliance and now, he even wants to sacrifice her. In that case, he can't blame me for being ruthless." Dashnell's tone was icy as he turned to Adam. "Get the carriage ready. I'm going to Westview Street." Adam was sweating. He gave Dashnell a look that was equal parts admiration and disbelief. Adam muttered, "The year Raul wiped out the rebels, Margaery was seven, and Dashnell himself was only fourteen. 'At fourteen, he had already set his sights on Lady Margaery? And to make Raul treat Margaery better, he deliberately gifted him military merit, hinting that he was watching over Margaery? Yet Raul had been too blind to see through it, and now Dashnell had finally lost patience? No wonder the other day, after hearing Margaery was locked in the woodshed, Dashnell suddenly insisted on attending Tessa's recognition party. He had clearly decided to step in and take her away himself." While Adam was piecing this together, he couldn't help but ask, "But, Lady Margaery is still engaged to Dominic Hadley. If they don't break off the engagement, it'll be hard for you and her to be together openly." 'He can't just steal a bride, can he? Adam thought. "I have my own plan Dashnell's expression darkened, as if a painful memory had surfaced. "This time, I won't let my guard down Dashnell thought, 'Not again. Not watching her die so miserably The twilight hid the tears in Dashnell's eyes. The armrest beneath his palm had been crushed into splinters. His voice dropped low and chilling. "Inform Jury. Have him keep eyes on the Wallen family "Yes!" Adam's face turned serious, not daring to delay another second 2/3 Chapter 26 Dashnell had spent nearly a decade building Stormshade Hall, yet this was the first time he mobilized it-because of Margaery. 46% At the same time, in Raul's study, he said slowly, "Dominic, I know your heart belongs to Tessa. But right now, you need to marry Margaery." Raul's expression was especially grim as he looked at Dominic. "I've already sent word to your father, telling him to propose as soon as possible. "We can't waste any time. Let's set the wedding for December 8th. There's still half a month left for you to prepare. Dominic was completely stunned. "But Mr. Wallen, didn't you promise to let me marry Tessa when the time was right? Why is it suddenly Margaery?" "Because Prince Dashnell has his eyes on her." Raul's anger surged as he spoke, his chest rising and falling. "I don't want to hurt Tessa's feelings either, but we have no other choice now." Raul continued. "Think about it. If Prince Dashnell comes to propose and Margaery agrees to marry him, or worse, if the King issues a marriage decree, she'll become part of the Prince's household. "With the way she's stirring things up now, both our families will be ruined." Dominic's face went pale. "Mr. Wallen, you mean... Prince Dashnell has fallen for her?" 3/3 宙 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!