Chapter 15 Chapter 15 Athena let out a sharp, incredulous laugh. “So you couldn’t persuade her, but somehow I’m supposed to succeed? That’s strange, isn’t it? Almost as if you’ve set this whole thing up–just waiting for me to back down p> Henry’s face darkened, ready to lash out, but

Chapter 14 Eloise stepped forward to help Athena up, but Nicolas blocked her path. “Escort Lady Eloise back to her room p> The maids didn’t hesitate. They gently but firmly led Eloise away. Athena kept her gaze straight ahead, her expression unreadable, eyes calm and detached. If not for Margaret’s

Chapter 13 Chapter 13 Athena looked at Nicolas with icy disdain. “Willow ran off chasing after Lord Osborne. Instead of asking him what happened, you come after me like I’m the problem. What–do I look that easy to bully p> She let out a scornful laugh. “So this is Lord

Chapter 12 Athena shot out of bed in an instant. As she threw on her clothes, she asked sharply, “What happened p> Aliza rushed over, flustered. “The gatekeeper just reported that Lady Willow left the estate by herself. She took a carriage and made it clear that no one was

Chapter 11 hapter 11 Michael’s voice snapped like a whip. “Athena, don’t be ungrateful p> That ointment hadn’t come easy–he’d gone out of his way to get it. Sure, he’d given it to Willow, but hadn’t it ended up in Athena’s hands anyway? He thought, ‘Willow is thoughtful and well–mannered–why

Chapter 10 Chapter 10 “Well, isn’t she just the perfect little sister, ” Athena said, lips curling into a smile–though it never touched her eyes. “ If she wants to wait, then let her wait p> The disdain in her eyes didn’t go unnoticed. Michael frowned. The Athena he used

Chapter 9 Chapter 9 Athena couldn’t be bothered to listen to another word. With a sharp snap, she slammed the window shut. Michael’s brow tightened, and he stepped forward- Only to see Nicolas striding over, face like thunder. Before he could react, a fist came flying at him. Caught off

Chapter 8 Chapter 8 The sarcasm in Athena’s eyes sharpened. Willow’s reputation was spotless, while hers was already ruined. She was already considered “ tainted“-what did it matter if she got dragged through the mud a little more? And Eloise’s promise of compensation? That was the funniest part of all.

Chapter 7 hapter 7 “You think you can just switch brides like that? Don’t be ridiculous!” Michael snapped, his jaw clenched tight, eyes burning into Athena like he meant to reduce her to ash. He thought, “The engagement has been set in stone–what gives her the right to say it

Chapter 6 The next day, Athena was summoned to Margaret’s courtyard. When she arrived, Willow was already there, kneeling obediently beside Margaret, gently massaging her legs. The moment Athena walked in, Willow scrambled to her feet in a panic. She greeted her timidly, “Athena,” then quickly stepped aside to give

Chapter 5 Chapter 5 Just then, the Duke of Suffield – Henry Monson–walked into the room. His commanding gaze swept over everyone before lingering for a moment on Athena. Then, turning to Margaret, he bowed respectfully. “ Mother p> Margaret quickly waved him up. “No need for that, get up

Chapter 4 Before Athena could say a word, Nicolas stepped forward, blocking Margaret’s view. “ Athena! Are you doing this on purpose?” he snapped. “Three years weren’t enough to teach you some manners? Still playing your little games? You’ve really let me down p> “I told you to present yourself

Chapter 3 Chapter 3 Eloise led Athena through the gates of the estate, turning to the servants as they entered. “Take Lady Athena to wash up first. After that, she’ll go pay her respects to Lady Margaret. ” Then she looked at Athena with a gentle smile. “Your grandmother’s getting

Chapter 2 hapter 2 Athena lowered her gaze, gritted her teeth, and forced herself to stand. She didn’t say a word as she clumsily climbed into the carriage, using both hands and knees. Her legs throbbed with pain, barely able to hold her, and she looked completely wretched. Michael turned

Chapter 1 Chapter 1 “ I’m warning you one last time–keep your mouth shut when you leave. Whatever happened in the past three years, bury it and forget it, got it? Don’t think being the daughter of duke’s estate means someone’s going to back you up p> “There never was