The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 120 Take What's Mine

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Isolde woke up feeling unusually peaceful, no dreams, just a restful sleep. She wretched lily, then instructed her

servants to begin packing Tim moving to Paletin Manor the sad, der finality in her

voice.

The news of her departure spread quickly, reaching Blesertin. Vance, full of satisfaction, said, “Sex It was all

about pressuring Geoffrey. The moment he said something, that little bitch is packing up and leaving the said

we'd be thrown out if we weren't wanted-well, now it’s her walking out

Prudence’s face softened slightly, though she pondered for a moment before replying, “Levving might be out of

anger, but it will reflect badly on us if she simply walks out like that. We'll need t cup with a reason to

explain this to everyone:

Priscilla, with a malicious grin, chimed in, “That's simple enough. We've always said she’s entangled with Doug.

Now, with no hto go to, she’s moving to Paletein Manor. She's basically confirming it herself?

“Exactly, Mother! Let's spread the word. Make sure there's no way for her to recover her reputation,” Vance said

eagerly.

Prudence gave him a sideways glance. “You focus too much on household matters. Go out and mingle with

Geoffrey. Once Isolde leaves, I'll make sure Geoffrey hears my side and find you a decent position”

Vance grinned, “Mother, | heard Doug offered Clark a job at the Parliamentary Library. He didn’t take it Do you

think Geoffrey could pull sstrings forand getthe position?”

“Parliamentary Library might be great, but it's more of an academic job. You won't be able to do much there. It's

better if Geoffrey arranges something in the Imperial Departments for you, Prudence replied.

“Imperial Departments? Can we even get in? Geoffrey's influence isn’t that strong, is it? Right now, he’s just a

deputy overseeing the courthouse, and Lord Garraway has him under his thumb, Vance sneered

“Lord Garraway is different from other princes. After the Queen Dowager took charge, the rule about princes not

being allowed to serve in government was lifted. Don’t underestimate Geoffrey. He was made a duke for a

reason,” Prudence said, though in her heart, she didn’t fully believe it. But she had to use this as a lesson for her

son.

Vance scoffed, “When Geoffrey was made Duke, many other generals were also given titles. His duke title is

barely worth mentioning compared to those with real power, like the military nobles.”

Priscilla smiled sweetly and added, “Vance, listen to your mother. Geoffrey may just be a deputy, but he has

years of connections. If he arranges a position for you in the Imperial Departments, work hard, and your future

will be bright.”

Vance grimaced, “Getting into the Imperial Departments is fine, but if it's just a minor post, what good will that

do? | need to be a Senior Bureau Director or Deputy Bureau Director for it to mean anything

Prudence laughed, “You're dreaming, With your qualifications, you think you can beca Senior Bureau

Director? You need to aim lower.”

“Well, I'll try anyway. After all, | have to rely on others,” Vance said, shaking Prudence’s hand. “Mother, Geoffrey

always listens to you. If you just offer him ssilver, he'll surely help me.”

“Alright, alright,” Prudence said thoughtfully. “I'll give him ssilver. You're right-if you're just a low- ranking

official in Argentinum, you'll be invisible. It’s better to invest ssilver and get a good position.”

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Vance beamed, “Thank you, Mother.”

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Priscilla’s smile also widened in satisfaction. She stood up and said, “I'll go check if that little wench really is

leaving.

As Priscilla stepped into the courtyard, she saw Isolde surrounded by Esme, Hattie, Hazel, and two other. maids,

all greeting her. Isolde held a small black dog in her arms, its sharp teeth bared, giving off an intimidating aura.

Priscilla scoffed, “Oh, Isolde, weren't you leaving? Why cover in such a grand procession?”

Isolde smiled slightly, “I am leaving, but | wanted to cand say goodbye to Prudence and handle some

matters.

“There's nothing to handle here. This household has always been managed by my mother. You can leave now,”

Priscilla snapped.

Isolde stepped forward with a calm smile. “Well, there's one thing | need to handle-my mother’s dowry.”

Prudence, hearing Isolde’s words from inside, sat up slowly and looked at her with an icy gaze. “Your mother’s

dowry? What's there to hand over? She was married into Duke's estate. The dowry belongs to Duke's estate.

Isolde sat down, cradling Leonis in her lap. She smiled brightly, “That statement... is utterly shameless.”

She turned to Esme, “Esme, tell Prudence what the law in Eryndral Empire says about a woman's dowry.”

Eanswered flatly, “A woman's dowry, given by her family, is considered personal property. If she’s divorced,

she can take her dowry with her. If she dies, the dowry goes to her biological children. If there are no children,

it’s split between the family of the husband and the family of the wife.”

Isolde smiled faintly, “Alright then. In that case, please invite the Registrar-General to cover with the official

seal. | want to have my mother’s dowry turned from unofficial white contracts to official red-sealed. deeds.”

Priscilla snorted, “Such grandiosity! Calling the Registrar-General? If it needs to be done, it has to be handled at

the court, not with you calling people to your door. Have you no shame?”

Isolde calmly responded, “Of course, the court handles it. But with the contracts in Prudence’s hands, without

them, nothing can be done.”

Espoke up. “We'll need a witness too. How about we invite the Marchioness of Greystone to witness the

proceedings?”

“That sounds perfect. Thank you, Esme,” Isolde said, her hand gently stroking Leonis‘ head with a sweet smile.

Prudence’s eyes narrowed at Isolde. Her expression was filled with cold malice. But as Eturned to leave,

Prudence suddenly laughed, “Isolde, what witnesses? We're family. “Your mother’s dowry will be returned to you

when you marry. There's nothing to fight about here. It’s just that I've been holding onto it for you.”

Isolde looked up and said with a cold smile, “No need to trouble yourself. I'll be leaving soon, and Duke's estate

will no longer be my home. Since I'm leaving, what's mine, I'll be taking with me.”

Priscilla, no longer acting cold and haughty, smiled as she approached Isolde, saying, “Look at you, making up all

these stories. Who's sending you away? Your grandmother wouldn't let anyone kick you out. Stay

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here, and we'll have your grandmother talk to your father about it.”

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As she spoke. Priscilla reached for Isolde’s shoulder. Suddenly, Leonis sprang into action, biting her sleeve.

Priscilla screamed in shock and pulled back, yelling. “You little beast!”

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