Chapter 175 Chapter 175 Willow was so agitated by Daniel’s words that she nearly fainted. Tears streamed down her face as she glared at him with reddened eyes. “ You… what exactly do you want p> “I just want a bit of silver to spend. You’re about to become the
Chapter 174 Chapter 174 Xander’s words left both Nelson and Athena momentarily stunned. Nelson wondered, ‘ Is Prince Xander standing up for Athena Monson p> Daughters of prestigious families usually traveled with an entourage. They would have no less than five or six maids and older female attendants. But Athena
Chapter 173 Athena understood what Trina was so shocked about. This kind of tavern was truly one of a kind in Pidence City. Using women’s beauty to attract customers was not different from a brothel. The Monson family had been a scholarly and prestigious household for generations, known for their
Chapter 172 Chapter 172 Ruben’s expression faltered slightly, a trace of reluctance flashing through his eyes. He forced a smile and said, “May I ask, is there a problem with the books? ” Athena shook her head. “No. ” Ruben relaxed a little and smiled. “In the past, the accounts
Chapter 171 “All of you, leave.” Margaret spoke irritably. Not a single one of them was useful. Eloise and Willow, relieved, let out a long breath, curtsied, and retreated. Henry and Nicolas followed suit and left as well. Once they were gone, the courtyard felt empty. Margaret looked around at
Chapter 170 Chapter 170 Facing the questioning gazes of the crowd, Athena remained unfazed, calmly returning their looks. “If I really wanted to fight over the inheritance, I wouldn’t have waited until now.” After she finished speaking, she looked provocatively at Nicolas and Willow. The latter was so startled by
Chapter 169 thena’s voice was calm and indifferent, but the sarcasm in her eyes was as sharp as needles, making everyone’s expressions shift. Especially Willow. Her face turned pale. The tears in her eyes began to fall freely. She bit her lip hard, seemingly trying to suppress her grievance, her
Chapter 168 Chapter 168 On the round table, wisps of steam curled up from the purple clay teapot. The rising steam veiled the complicated expression on Henry’s face. He said, “The Monson family is no longer what it used to be. Over these years, the imperial favor has steadily declined.
Chapter 167 Chapter 167 When Athena looked at him with those cold, piercing eyes, he instinctively took a step back in panic. But he was the assistant in the Justice Ministry, a man seasoned by the grind of officialdom. In just a split second, he concealed the panic in his
Chapter 166 Chapter 166 When Athena spoke to Fiona, she was suppressing her anger. She always looked especially calm when she was mad. But her eyes seemed to carry shards of ice. Just one glance was enough to chill someone to the bone. Still, her anger wasn’t directed at Fiona.
Chapter 165 Chapter 165 ‘ It’s just a wedding gift! How could Grandma be so heartless as to cast me out?‘ she thought, despair washing over her. Tears streamed down her cheeks as her heart shattered into a thousand pieces. Before Athena had returned to the estate, Willow had been
Chapter 164 hapter 164 Margaret thought, ‘Willow is the root of all evil. As long as she’s around, Eloise won’t ever turn her heart back to Athena. Everyone in the mansion is fawning over Willow, so what about my Athena? ‘ Her words left everyone in the room stunned. Eloise
Chapter 163 Chapter 163 Fiona stole a nervous glance at Nicolas, gently biting her lip. Then, summoning her courage, she said to Eloise, “Cedric just fell asleep after taking his medicine. He’s still perspiring a little p> Hearing this, Nicolas shot her a stern look and snapped, “It’s just a
Chapter 162 Chapter 162 At Emerald House. Eloise was carefully reviewing the newly cataloged wedding gifts. While all the items listed were valuable, she crossed out those that had gone out of fashion and were no longer suitable for the wedding gift. Eloise instructed Dorothea, who was at her side,
Chapter 161 Chapter 161 Droplets splashed onto Lucky’s fur, making the dog shake and sneeze repeatedly. Margaret beamed from ear to ear. “Oh dear, did I splash water on Lucky again? ” she chuckled. She set down the ladle and scooped Lucky up into her arms. The maid handed her
Chapter 160 hapter 160 Michael glowered at Nicolas. “If I find out you’re the one who leaked the information, I swear you’ll pay for it p> “I rushed after you the moment I heard you were going to the palace, how could I have had any time?” Nicolas spread his
Chapter 159 Chapter 159 Athena had grown up in the countryside. Even after being brought back to the duke’s estate and receiving refined tutoring, she remained worlds apart from those young ladies born into privilege. What Michael remembered most vividly was the grand birthday party held for Athena. Back then,
Chapter 158 Eloise wanted to demand answers, but when she saw Willow’s face battered beyond recognition, blood streaming from her nose and mouth, all her questions died on her lips. Despite everything, Eloise’s heart ached for Willow. She turned to the servants and ordered, “Help her back to her room
Chapter 157 Chapter 157 But today, perhaps goaded by Michael, her voice rose shrilly as she pressed on relentlessly, “ I saw it! There was a scrap of Michael’s fabric in your carriage. You must have met with him this morning! ” By this point, Willow was sobbing uncontrollably, her
Chapter 156 Chapter 156 Athena froze at the doorway, panic flashing across her face before she quickly composed herself. ‘No matter what, I have to stop Michael,’ she told herself. She took several deep breaths to steady her nerves. Then, turning to Trina behind her, Athena ordered firmly, “Go now,