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Walking along the corridor, Sebastian said, “Silly girl, these people are not worth your kindness. You don’t need to call for me again. I won’t come.”
“I understand. I won’t call for you again. I’ve decided to get a divorce,” Sophie replied.
Sebastian smiled. “Good girl. That’s the decisive decision a daughter of the Devin family should make. I don’t need their money. If it wasn’t for you, I wouldn’t have treated her.”
Just a glance at Rebecca was enough for Sebastian, who was experienced in judging people, to know that she was a greedy old woman.
After seeing off Sebastian, Sophie returned to Grace Mansion. Half an hour later, Blake brought Freya to see her.
Sophie was in the study, organizing the household accounts for the month. When she saw the couple enter, her gaze fixed on their intertwined fingers. Sophie took a deep breath, getting a good whiff of the soothing scent that filled the room. thanks to the delicate candle that was burning in a corner.
This was good. It was better to be upfront and straightforward in this matter.
“Please, have a seat,” Sophie told the two of them, after sending Lulu out.
Freya had changed back into women’s clothing and was now wearing a crimson pleated skirt embroidered with golden butterflies. As she sat down, the skirt draped elegantly, the butterflies seemingly frozen in motion.
Freya wasn’t conventionally pretty, but she exuded a strong presence.
Locking eyes with Sophie, she spoke first, “Sophie!”
Having been immersed in military life and killed enemies, Freya thought her imposing demeanor would make Sophie falter. But to her surprise, the other woman’s clear gaze didn’t waver.
“General Ernst, please speak your mind,” Sophie said.
“I heard you wanted to see me, so here I am. I only have one question for you. Are you willing to coexist peacefully with me? I hope you speak the truth without any theatrics. The innocent act may work on men, but not on me,” Freya replied in an assertive tone.
Sophie looked at her. “The queen dowager once said you’re a role model for women in the kingdom. So, why don’t you answer my question instead. Aside from coexisting peacefully, do I have any other choice?”
“You don’t need to divert the topic. Whether you have another choice is your business,” Freya said sternly.
Sophie actually smiled. She looked so breathtaking that Freya felt a twinge of discomfort. Sophie looked at the couple and said, “Of course, I’m willing to coexist peacefully with you.” After the divorce, there would be no further involvement or animosity between them. Sophie was willing to coexist peacefully, but the chance for peace was slim.
Freya frowned. “I told you, don’t lie to me. I can tell whether you’re telling the truth or not. If not, why would you need to beg the king to retract his edict? Also, why would the king listen to you? Do you think you can deceive him with your innocent facade?”
Sophie’s gaze turned cold. “General Ernst, watch your words!”
Her sudden change of demeanor caught Freya off guard.
Sophie’s beautiful face was icy. There was a severe glint in her eyes as she said, “Not everyone has the courage and skill to ride into battle like you. Are people who aren’t like you all just putting on a show?” my hand in She looked at Blake and calmly added, “As for you… When you came to seek marriage, you promised my mother that I would be your only wife and you would take no concubines in the future. “Now, you’ve broken that promise to me. Don’t make it seem like I’m standing in your way.”
Freya chuckled, looking at Blake. “So, you said that to her too? If that’s the case, then I’m the one who’s interfering in your marriage.”
Blake held Freya’s hand firmly, looking at Sophie somewhat irritably. “I already told you that day. I didn’t know what love was until I met Freya. It was wrong of me to make such promises lightly, but now, my heart belongs only to Freya.
“We never intended to hurt you. Also, you’ll still be my wife. Freya and I will spend most of our days together in the military. You can raise our children, and solidify your position that way.”
Sophie’s expression changed slightly. “What are you saying? That I have to help raise your children in the future?”
You can have your own child if you that…” Blake trailed off.
want. I can have a son or daughter with you. But after
He knew his words were hurtful, but his beloved was present.
He gritted his teeth and continued, “Once you’re pregnant, we won’t share a bed anymore.”
“And what about you? Do you agree with this?” Sophie asked, looking at Freya.
Though Freya felt a pang in her heart, she replied calmly, “I’m not a petty or jealous person. Besides, I can understand the need for it. When you have your own child, your future will be secured.
“As for whether he still shares your bed after you get pregnant, that’s none of my concern.”
Her last sentence clearly showed signs of annoyance.
Blake quickly promised, “Don’t worry, if she gets pregnant, I will never touch her again.”
“No need to reassure me, I’m not that petty.” Freya turned away, clearly displeased.
Watching the two people in front of her, Sophie felt a sense of absurdity.
Standing up, she looked at Freya and said sternly, “Being a woman in this world is already hard enough. Why must you degrade us further? You’re also a woman.
“Just because you’ve been on the battlefield and killed enemies, does that give you the right to treat other women like this? Do you only see me as someone who relies on having a family’s heir to survive? Am I destined to do nothing but play a background role in this place?”
Taken aback, Freya frowned. “You’re making a big deal out of this.”
Sophie’s voice turned cold as she added, “Let’s get a divorce, Blake. There’s no need to say anything else. It’s not dignified to argue further.”
“Divorce? Aren’t you just making threats now?” Freya sneered coldly. “But I’m not someone you can easily threaten. Go ahead and make a scene. Damaging your own reputation will be your loss.”
She knew well that noblewomen valued their reputation dearly, especially someone like Sophie, who was the daughter of a marquis.
Blake also spoke up, “Sophie, I won’t divorce you. We’re saying all this for your own good,”
“No need expression was calm, and she exuded a sense of dignity. “You’re for that!” or just afraid of being criticized for being heartless and fickle. Everything you do is for yourselves, yet you hypocritically claim it’s for my sake. It’s sickening to hear.” Blake looked anxious. “That’s not what I meant. Please don’t misunderstand.”
But Freya just shook her head with a cold smile. “I knew it. Someone like you will never be able to understand our point of view. Until now, you still insist on clinging to the pretense of being a noble lady.
“I initially wanted to have a straightforward talk with you, but it seems your thoughts are too heavy. You insist on jumping to wild conclusions as if we’re plotting against you. I was only being considerate of you.
“If you get divorced, you’ll be like a discarded woman. Life outside won’t be as good as what have here. Why bother holding onto this pride and making life difficult for yourself? Since don’t appreciate my kindness, I won’t say more.
“Do as you wish. I’m wholly devoted to Blake. There’s nothing to hide. Whether praised or criticized, I’ll accept it all.”
Sophie replied, “If you’re not afraid of others’ criticisms, there’s no need to come here.”
Freya stepped forward, facing her squarely. “I’m only afraid that someone might use the divorce to gain sympathy and obstruct my marriage to Blake. We obtained this marriage edict through our military achievements. We won’t tolerate your interference.”
Sophie shook her head, finding it all rather absurd. “Leave. This conversation is pointless. You are generals who have served the country; I have no wish to speak ill of you.”
Her father and brothers were all military men who had sacrificed themselves on the battlefield. In her heart, military officials who defended the homeland held the highest honor. She didn’t want any further entanglement with them or to say anything disrespectful.