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“If he doesn’t bring it up, why do you keep mentioning it? Do you not want to live a good life? You should think not only of yourself but also of the baby in your belly. You’re not a child anymore! This isn’t your first time being a wife. Why does it feel like you don’t have a brain? Do you think he’s always thinking about her? How do you know what’s in his heart?!”
Evelyn’s furious words made Zoey and Luna exchange glances. They stifled their laughter with handkerchiefs as a smile crept onto their faces.
Viola sobbed, “Freya said so, and he didn’t deny it.”
Evelyn frowned. “You believe her just like that? You trust all the wrong things while dismissing what your should believe? You really lack any common sense! Do you think Lady Sophie is someone your husband can covet now? I think Blake is quite practical and genuinely wants to be with you. You need to stop this nonsense and go back.”
Viola protested, “Going back like this would be so humiliating! I’m not going back. I want to stay a few more days at least.”
“Absolutely not!” Evelyn glared at her. “You will return right now!”
“Mom!”
Viola stood up and stomped her foot, but Evelyn quickly stopped her.
“Enough! What’s with your attitude? How old are you to be throwing a tantrum like a child? Your husband is injured and bedridden. You’ve slapped him and then got angry enough to run back to your mother’s house. You’re in the wrong here! If word gets out, people will say that our family raised our daughter poorly.”
Viola cradled her abdomen, tears streaming down her face. “I got so worked up today that my stomach hurts a bit. I’m afraid the stress has affected the pregnancy, and I can’t ride in a carriage anymore. If you don’t believe me, you can call for a physician to check on me.”
There was some truth to her words??er pregnancy was already unstable. After the argument and the commotion, her lower abdomen throbbed slightly with pain.
Evelyn was skeptical but ordered a physician to come. When the physician confirmed that the pregnancy was indeed unstable, Evelyn finally relented and allowed Viola to stay but also sent someone to Valor Estate to inform them. She didn’t conceal anything, stating directly that Viola’s impulsive nature had caused the issue.
Evelyn even sent some tonics to Blake, apologizing and asking for his understanding, promising that she would discipline her daughter properly.
Rebecca wasn’t pleased with her daughter??n??aw either, but since the Earl of Silverstone’s family was not to be offended, and considering Viola was pregnant, she managed to say a few polite words in response,
And so this farce passed. The Earl of Silverstone’s family took care of Viola’s health, and once she was. feeling better, she would be sent back to Valor Estate.
However, Sophie came to Silverstone Estate in person two days later.
When Zoey heard this, she thought Sophie had come with the Capital Guard, especially since she was aware of the incident at Edgeview Estate.
But as Zoey hurried to the main hall, she realized Sophie was accompanied by only Violet.
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Sophie was unaware that Viola had returned to Silverstone Estate. She had come to discuss some matters with Zoey, and had chosen to come in the evening because she still had cases to handle during the day.
Moreover, the Earl of Silverstone’s family had no close ties with Eleanor, so there was no need for formal visits. If she came during the day, she would have to bring the Capital Guard, just like she would to other estates. Otherwise, it would seem like preferential treatment.
Seeing Sophie dressed in women’s attire rather than her official uniform, Zoey felt a slight sense of relief.
She greeted, “Hello, Your Grace, Ms. Spencer. It’s good to see you!”
“Good day, Mrs. Prince.” Violet had a special fondness for Zoey, so she followed Sophie despite feeling tired from the day’s events.
*Please come in and take a seat,” Zoey said with a smile, instructing the servants to bring refreshments.
Once they were seated, Zoey asked, “Your Grace, if you have something to discuss, you could have sent someone to inform me. There was no need for you to come personally.”
“Mrs. Prince, there’s no need for such formality. I’m here today to share a few things with you,” Sophie said, glancing at the servants in the main hall. “Could you ask them to leave?”
Zoey exchanged a knowing look with Jane, who immediately instructed, “Everyone, you may leave now. No need to wait.”
Once the servants had exited, Zoey turned to Sophie and said, “Please feel free to speak your mind, Your Grace.”
Sophie inquired, “Have you heard of Ms. Ava Weaver from Weaver Coffee?”
Immediately, Zoey recalled what Caspian had said the night he came back after buying ravioli. She had felt suspicious about the woman, Ava, at the time.
Her heart raced, and she replied without hesitation, “Yes, I’ve heard of her. My brother??n??aw met her a few times, but after that, I didn’t hear him mention seeing her again.”
She recounted the incident when Capsian encountered Ava at the ravioli stand.
“At the time, I found it strange and kept my eye on things. I even instructed the servants not to buy coffee from Weaver Coffee. Caspian didn’t have a good impression of Ms. Weaver either. When he returned to buy ravioli again, the vendor mentioned that Ms. Weaver hadn’t eaten the ravioli he prepared, Caspian asked if they had gone bad that day, but they hadn’t, so my brother??n??aw thought she was wasteful. That’s why he hasn’t bought coffee from her since.”
Although Zoey didn’t fully grasp what was happening, she instinctively wanted to clear Caspian’s name. The fact that Sophie had come personally to speak about Ava indicated that there was something serious at play, especially since she was currently investigating the treason case involving Eleanor.
Sophie admired Zoey’s sharpness as she listened. A woman like her truly had the ability to support the family’s household.
“It’s fortunate there hasn’t been any contact. I came today to inform you that Ms. Weaver’s real name is
Celeste Kingsley. She is the daughter of Henry and his concubine, and she was sent by Eleanor to get close to Mr. Prince. You must have heard of the courtesan Samuel from the Earl of Gracehold’s family married. She is the same person.”
Zoey’s face turned pale with shock. “What? Thank goodness Caspian wasn’t deceived!”
The mere thought sent a chill down her spine. If Casplan had gotten involved with a concubine’s daughter from Eleanor’s household during this treason plot orchestrated by Eleanor, Sophie wouldn’t be here as the Hell Monarch’s princess consort.
She would be here as Commander Devin.
Zoey couldn’t help but feel grateful that Caspian was so oblivious to romantic advances. Being a courtesan, Celeste must be incredibly beautiful. Any other man might have already fallen into her trap.
Sophie paused for a moment, her gaze at Zoey growing more complex. “Yes, it’s indeed fortunate that Mr. Prince wasn’t deceived. However, over the past few days, the Royal Citadel has been questioning the servants of Harmony Palace. One of the junior stewards revealed that Celeste had recently inquired about the Earl of Silverstone’s preferences.
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“She said that since she couldn’t get to Mr. Prince, she might as well target the Earl of Silverstone directly. She reported this to Eleanor, who approved it. Celeste even bribed one of the servants from residence to gather information about Marshal Prince’s preferences. Now, Celeste has left the capital, and I suspect she is heading to the Southern Frontier.”
Zoey tightened her grip on the armrests of her chair, a frown knitting her brow. Her expression grew complex, reflecting the weight of the revelation.
No one knew a husband better than his own wife.
Oliver had gone to the Southern Frontier with two concubines, and upon arrival, he had taken two more. Though they hadn’t been formally recognized yet, it was only a matter of time before he granted them status since he had taken them in.
Zoey was strict in managing the household and the concubines respected her, which was why there had never been any scandals in the Earl of Silverstone’s family. Zoey could almost guarantee that if Celeste managed to get close to Oliver, she wouldn’t even need to try to win him over. Just showing her beautiful courtesan face would be enough to capture his heart.
Violet watched Zoey, sensing that she understood just how difficult it would be for Oliver to resist
Celeste’s allure.