Chapter 235 Athena whirled around, leveled her blade at the pursuers, and snarled, “Come any closer and die p> The maids froze in terror, not daring to advance another step. The more timid ones collapsed to the ground, quaking with fear. Athena stepped outside and barked at Trina, “Bring the
Chapter 234 Chapter 234 The room was in complete chaos. Several maids rushed to drag Macy away, but she thrashed violently, refusing to leave. Just then, Nona hurried to Willow’s side, her voice barely above a whisper. “Lady Willow, Lady Athena is here p> Willow’s face paled with panic. Clutching
Chapter 233 Chapter 233 Before she could finish, she was crying so hard she could barely catch her breath. Her sobs were mixed with violent coughing fits, making Eloise’s heart ache with worry. Eloise helped Willow sit down, then turned to Matthew with a stern look. “What’s with this storming
Chapter 232 Matthew’s face darkened with a murderous glare as he closed in menacingly. Anyone who dared harm Willow would make them pay dearly. Macy frantically waved her hands, only able to make muffled, inarticulate sounds. It made Matthew frown. Then he saw that Macy’s tongue was gone. “Where’s your
Chapter 231 Seeing her distraught state, Matthew frowned. “Willow, what nonsense is this? Why would you need me to save you p> Seeing this, Nona quickly explained, “Sir Monson, you see, after Lady Athena was sent to the military camp, Lady Eloise originally wanted to sell off both Macy and
Chapter 230 Time flew by. Before anyone realized it, Willow’s wedding day was just around the corner. The entire duke’s estate was bustling with activity, with everyone scrambling to attend to Willow’s every need. Congratulations poured in as noble ladies streamed into the estate, each fawning over Willow and vying
Chapter 229 Chapter 229 Xander let out a light chuckle and said to Athena, “Marriage is no trivial matter. You should be more cautious. ” His expression and demeanor made her feel as if an elder were pressuring her. Athena felt even more uncomfortable and replied perfunctorily, “Thank you for
Chapter 228 Chapter 228 Athena followed the techniques Xander had taught her, practicing with hidden weapons for half an hour. Before long, she began to feel the strain. Though it was a hidden weapon, to a complete beginner like her, it was extremely challenging. ‘How could my arms ache this
Chapter 227 “Coming,” Athena called out quickly. She hurried after Xander to the training ground. The training ground was filled with weapons of all kinds. Xander made a beeline for the table of concealed weapons and said to Athena, “Pick one that catches your eye. ” Athena stared, momentarily overwhelmed
Chapter 226 hapter 226 Chapter 226 At the Xander Manor, when Athena entered, Nelson greeted her with a warm smile. “Lady Athena, there you are at last,” he said. Athena smiled apologetically. “Sorry, I’m late–things have been hectic lately. It won’t happen again p> Nelson gave her a knowing smile.
Chapter 225 Chapter 225 Willow’s pitiful, timid expression finally softened Matthew’s heart a little. His tone softened slightly as he asked, “Willow, tell me honestly. Why did you have Zick tattle on Athena to me p> When Matthew suddenly brought this up, Willow’s eyes widened in genuine bewilderment. She stared
Chapter 224 Chapter 224 Athena had already stepped out with one foot. But when Matthew’s threatening words reached her, she froze and pulled her foot back. As she turned her head to Matthew, Athena’s voice dripped with sarcasm. “Before you come after me, you’d better clean up your own mess.
Chapter 223 Chapter 223 Athena’s heart ached as she watched Gale sob in utter despair. All real power in the Mcgee family rested entirely with Ferris’s dad. As for Gale and Ferris, aside from their wealth, they had no real influence at all. Her husband’s favoritism was beyond measure. That
Chapter 222 No Ads म Chapter 222 “No, I don’t want to hear it. Just go.” Before Athena could reply, Ferris suddenly burrowed into the quilt, his voice muffled. Ferris resembled a wounded cub, yearning for comfort, yet terrified of rejection. Athena’s voice remained steadfast. “Just remember this. You are
Chapter 221 Trina’s hand flew to her mouth, her eyes wide with horror. She whispered, “H–How could he be hurt so badly p> Athena wasn’t frightened by those scars. They only made her heart ache. Athena turned to Trina and said, “You may leave for now. ” Trina, realizing her
Chapter 220 Chapter 220 Athena studied the man before her with puzzlement. He bore a passing resemblance to Ferris, the same charming eyes and high nose bridge. Yet compared to Ferris’s striking features, his looks fell far short. What was more, his wicked nature made even these mediocre features seem
Chapter 219 Chapter 219 Chapter 219 Macy’s face filled with alarm as she weakly shook her head. She shook her head and waved her hands in protest, tears streaming down her face. Athena gently wiped Macy’s face with a handkerchief, her eyes reddening. “You always took care of me before.
Chapter 218 Chapter 218 Willow greeted Nicolas with a graceful smile and said, “What brings you here today, Nicolas p> Willow gracefully lifted the pot and poured Nicolas a steaming cup of coffee, her movements gentle and attentive. Nicolas had no choice but to withdraw his hand and sat down
Chapter 217 Chapter 217 If Ferris truly had been harmed, Gale would have stormed in with armed guards and cut Athena down on the spot, demanding her life for him. Athena lowered her head, knowing she was in the wrong, and felt guilty. Ferris was willing to stake his life
Chapter 216 Chapter 216 The next morning, just as Athena had finished washing up, Dorothea from Eloise’s courtyard rushed into her chamber in a fluster. “Lady Athena, Lady Eloise requests your presence in the main courtyard immediately p> Athena raised her eyes to look at her. “What is it?” she