The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 159 Better to Marry Oliver

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The guests at the banquet today were all prominent figures of Argentar, with several members of the re family in

attendance. Among them were Harrison and Johnathan, both of whom were as rebornes

himself.

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Once Princess Aveline sat down, she took on a serious tone and said, “Karlier, Palo v to repay the for saving my

son’s life. He sent a matchmaker to propose, and the engagement was set, with the marriage contract already

signed. Now, since the two families cannot unite. Margaret went to the Thike’s exte break off the engagement.

The reason she gave was that Isolde had sullied her reperation, but it has dece been proven that Isolde was only

trying to save my son. She worked with Oliver to defeat the Will Mountain bandits, earning a great victory and

even being honored by the King with the title of County Princess of Cromwell. I'm sure you've heard of it. |

apologize for the long explanation, but it serves to show that the reason Margaret gave for breaking the

engagement was unfounded. Since it was invalid, the engagement should be considered broken. Now that Pablo

has returned to Argentum, Geoffrey believes it would be unfair to delay Isolde’s future marriage, and it is

necessary to formally conclude this mater Pablo, what do you think?”

Pablo had been listening quietly, and after Princess Aveline finished speaking, he replied, “At the tthe

engagement was broken, | was on the battlefield and not fully aware of the situation. | will need to spet with

Margaret and then report back to you.”

“Of course, please,” Princess Aveline said.

Margaret immediately stood up and said, “Pablo, may | speak with you privately?”

Pablo’s response was cool and unwavering: “There's nothing that can’t be said in front of everyone. We can clear

this matter right here.”

Margaret's face paled, unable to believe he was willing to air all of this in front of so many people. How could she

say those things aloud in public? What words could possibly be shared with everyone?

Pablo’s gaze fixed on her as he asked, “When you went to break the engagement, was it for the reason the

princess just mentioned?”

All eyes in the room turned toward Margaret, and she felt a flush of embarrassment. Despite herself, she

answered, “Yes.”

“And after it was confirmed, did you go to apologize to her in person?” Pablo pressed.

Margaret hesitated but finally spoke. “I sent someone to ask her... If Isolde agreed, the engagement would still

stand.”

“Who did you send?” Pablo's voice was sharp.

Margaret's face went deathly pale as she replied, “It was Oliver.”

“You broke off the engagement and sentto ask if Isolde would agree to it? How absurd is that?” Pablo's voice,

though calm, was laced with severity, showing no mercy toward her.

“This... This was indeed a thoughtless decision on my part. | wronged Isolde,” Margaret muttered, bitinger lip in

humiliation.

“I also heard that William and Eleanor are secretly engaged. Is that true?” Pablo didn’t allow her a moment of

relief before continuing to question her.

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Margaret remained silent, gripping her sleeve tightly, and nodded in confirmation.

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Pablo pressed on. “Before the engagement was broken, did you send someone to pressure Isolde into becoming

a concubine because William was planning to marry Eleanor?”

The room fell deathly silent. This was an internal family scandal-one that most would go to great lengths to hide.

Yet, here was Pablo, ready to sacrifice the Valen family’s reputation to protect Isolde’s honor.

Pablo had always been known as a man of principle, and this moment proved it.

“Yes or no?” Pablo demanded when Margaret didn’t answer right away, his voice cold.

Margaret lowered her hands, her face expressionless, her eyes lifeless as she admitted, “Yes, | did. | favored

Eleanor and forced William to marry her. | despised Isolde because she cfrom a poor estate and wasn’t

worthy of being my daughter-in-law.”

Now, everything was clear. Pablo understood why he had invited so many guests today, why he had chosen this

moment to expose the truth.

Margaret's words were, without question, scandalous and enraging.

But Pablo was satisfied. He turned to Geoffrey and said, “In this case, the Valen family is at fault. Geoffrey, since

you've cto break the engagement, | must apologize to you in front of all these noble guests.”

He stood and bowed to Geoffrey. “Isolde saved my life. When | asked for her hand, it was not out of repayment,

but because | admired her courage and integrity. | thought this victory would be a fitting gift to unite them in

marriage. | never imagined that William would be so unworthy of her. | returned to Argentum two days ago,

without sleep, heartbroken because of my foolishness. We, as the Valen family, regret losing this alliance, but

nothing compares to the harm done to Isolde’s reputation. If there is anything | can do to make amends, I will

gladly offer it, even at the cost of my own life.”

For a man of action like Pablo, this was a heavy promise, especially considering his reputation for always

following through on his word.

Geoffrey was caught off guard by Pablo’s open apology. The generosity of it was undeniable.

“Pablo, you speak too highly of me,” Geoffrey said as he clasped Pablo's hand, clearly moved. “It is my daughter

who did not have the fortune.”

Lady of the Grand Tutor smiled and added, “The two families share mutual respect. It is a pity they cannot unite

in marriage. Speaking of which, isn’t Oliver still unmarried? Why don’t we cancel this break-off and find a new

groom?”

Geoffrey paused, considering. “Oliver? That seems like a good match. Oliver is a seasoned warrior, his

bloodthirsty nature could certainly keep Isolde in check.”

But Pablo’s face subtly changed. “Oliver is away at the moment. We'll have to wait for his return and hear his

opinion first.”

Chancellor Masen Conley chimed in, “I agree. After all, isn’t it true that Oliver and Isolde teamed up to save Lord

Theodric and eliminate the Wolf Mountain bandits? They would make a perfect match.”

“Indeed,” another guest said, “If the engagement is to be broken off, it would be a pity. Perhaps it's best to let

Oliver marry her.”

The room was filled with agreement. Oliver had never been held in high regard by the aristocracy, most

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believing he owed his position to his father’s reputation and Pablo’s patronage. His military achievements were

often seen as inflated.

But marrying Isolde? That seemed to fit his standing perfectly.

Geoffrey waited for Pablo’s final word. Pablo, caught in a difficult position, finally said, “It is indeed a good idea. If

Oliver has no objections when he returns, we can settle this once and for all.”

Geoffrey smiled slightly. With that statement, Pablo had essentially given his consent. If Isolde were to marry into

the Valen family after all, it would indeed be a stroke of luck for her.

Geoffrey also knew that his own feelings toward Isolde had changed over time. Sometimes, he found himself

thinking as a father, worrying for her future. Especially when he saw her crying over Prunella’s portrait-his heart

had shattered at the sight.

Princess Aveline, noticing Pablo’s subdued mood, observed him closely. He seemed unusually distant today, far

from the determined and commanding figure she had cto know.

Clearly, something more was weighing on him than just the matter of the broken engagement.

After the banquet, as the guests slowly began to leave, Princess Aveline remained behind, intending to speak

privately with Pablo.

Having worked in the Inspector High Court of Parliament for many years, and once the chief of the High

Magistracy of Argentum, she was skilled at reading people. Not even the smallest change in expression could

escape her keen eyes.

“Pablo has something on his mind,” the princess remarked as they walked through the courtyard, where the crisp

autumn air made the yellowing leaves fall all around them.

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