The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

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Vance couldn't finish speaking. His voice broke, and for a long moment, he couldn't utter a single word. Finally,

Clark took over. “When | arrived, the fire had already spread too far. Grandmother was crying

Merically, saying that Braden was still inside. | led a group of people to charge in, but the bedroom was probably

the first to catch fire. The flames there were too intense, and we couldn't get through. We tried several times to

douse the fire, but it was impossible to reach the room. At first, we could hear someone calling for help, but after

a while, the cries stopped.”

Clark's

‘s eyes were red, his clothes torn. Even though he had harbored hatred for Braden, seeing him die while trying to

save his grandmother moved him deeply, and it saddened him.

Once the authorities finished questioning the servants, all that remained at the scene was the sound of crying

and mourning.

Prudence regained consciousness, inumbling, “If | must be taken, then take my life... I'm already near death, |

don’t have much tleft, but Braden-he’s still young. He hasn't even married yet...?

With a sudden surge of strength, she managed to stagger to her feet, her face twisted with grief. She lunged at

the nearby wall, slamming her body against it with all her might. “Why should I live on? I'm better off dead, so

he’s not left all alone in the afterlife...

Nicole, terrified, immediately rushed to catch her, pulling her down to the floor, crying, “Grandmother, please!

Don’t do this!”

The others crowded around, urging her to calm down, but Prudence couldn't stop herself from crying. Several

times, she nearly fainted from the emotional strain.

The fire brigade was still investigating the cause of the fire, but there were no signs of foul play. It seemed to

have started when a window was left open, and the wind blew over a lantern-the Seven-Star Lantern-that had

fallen to the floor. The lantern was a gift from Priscilla, intended for Prudence, and it had been suggested by

Xavier.

The authorities questioned the servants, who confirmed that Xavier had indeed visited the estate.

The lantern had overturned and set fire to the drapes in the room. Because it was the middle of the night and

everyone was asleep, no one noticed the fire until it was too late to contain it.

With no suspicion surrounding the fire's cause, the authorities turned their attention to Braden’s death. Since he

had been a prisoner and was released on Pablo’s guarantee, it was necessary to notify him.

If a guaranteed prisoner died, the guarantor was held responsible. Even though it was an accidental death, a

death still had to be accounted for. The Marquis Eldermere’s estate would need to answer to the High Magistracy

of Argentum, and they, in turn, would have to report to the Ministry of Justice.

Pablo had been incredibly busy that night, first going to the Sharp family and then rushing to the Duke's

estate.

After learning the details, Pablo's face turned pale. “Tll go to the authorities and explain. I'll also write a

statement to the Ministry of Justice.”

With that, he coldly swept his sleeve and left without sparing Geoffrey a single glance.

Once all the arrangements were made, Clark turned to Geoffrey and asked, “Father, where is Isolde?”

Gentfreu move him an odd look but didn’t answer. He merely tired on his heel and walked nunt

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It wasn’t until the next day that they learned of Isolde’s accident. Word spread across Argentum that the County

Princess of Cromwell had fallen off Wamond Vale. Garrett and the Valen family both sent search parties, and

Carigyal Town was in an uproar. Whoever could find the County Princess-alive or dead- would receive a reward of

one million.

It was only when Clark was approached by Collin that he learned the truth.

“You're not serious,” Clark said, his eyes bloodshot, glaring at Collin.

“If you don’t believe me, ask Geoffrey,” Collin replied coldly, then turned and left.

He didn’t go to the Duke's estate. Instead, he made his way directly to the Sharp family.

He arrived with a stack of contracts, hoping to see Natasha.

Although Natasha was unwell, she agreed to see him when she heard that it was about Isolde.

“Natasha, this is what Isolde askedto buy. It’s all her mother’s dowry from back in the day. Prudence sold off

the dowry, and Isolde hadbuy it back...” He lowered his voice, saying a few more words in hushed tones.

Natasha slowly reached out and touched the stack of contracts. Her face was as cold as ice as she replied,

“When did the Sharp family’s business becthe Langley family’s to sell off? Isolde did well.”

Her tone deepened as she commanded, “Bringmy clothes. I'm going to see Prudence.”

Garrett strode in quickly, his face full of concern. “Where are you going? You can’t go. I'll go instead.”

But Natasha's eyes flared with fiery determination. It was as though her weakness had vanished, and she sat up

with authority. “You can’t go. This is a confrontation between women. It wouldn't be right for you to be there.

You're impulsive. If you go and start smashing things at the Langley family, even if we have the moral high

ground, we'll lose it.”

Garrett raised his eyebrows, his voice rising. “Smash things? If you weren't sick, | would have already gone and

smashed everything.”

Collin stood up and interjected, “Garrett, if you have extra hands looking for Isolde, send them south. You might

catch up to Braden.”

Garrett paused, confused. “Who is Braden?”

“Braden is the one who died in the fire at the Duke's estate. Vance’s son.”

“Isn't he dead?” Garrett asked.

Collin gave a cold laugh. “No. Isolde saw through Braden. She predicted that he would escape the moment he

was released. Three years in prison would break anyone. Prudence and Priscilla couldn’t bear to se im suffer, so

they must have helped him escape to Caelmont. Prudence has a network of contacts there. wouldn't be hard for

her to give him a new identity.”

“Snowy said that?” Garrett was stunned. He hadn't realized how insightful Isolde was.

“Exactly,” Collin confirmed. “And as for Prunella’s death-Isolde also has her suspicions. She had Marley, who had

served Prunella, brought back. But Marley has gone mad. Sadie’s been treating him. If Marley recovers, he might

be able to reveal the truth about what happened all those years ago.”

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Natasha's eyes flared with rage as she asked, “Are you saying that Prunella was murdered?”

“That's Isolde’s theory, but she’s likely confident in it, Collin said.

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Garrett slammed his fist on the table, breaking the chair in front of him. He shouted, “Who does she suspect? Is

it Prudence or Matilda?”

“Prudence,” Collin replied flatly.

Natasha slowly stood, her gaze turning cold. She snapped at Garrett, “Calm down,”

“How can | calm down? That poisonous woman! I'll skin her alive!” Garrett shouted.

A cold gleam flashed in Natasha's eyes. “Not yet. Not yet. Not yet.”

She repeated “not yet” three times, and as the fire in her eyes slowly faded, she sat down again, her posture.

calmer.

“We'll follow Snowy’s plan and move carefully. This child... she’s both brave and clever. She's like her mother,

but far more perceptive.”

After a brief pause, Natasha raised her head and asked Collin, “Do you know the people who bought the other

shops and estates?”

“I know sof them, but not all,” Collin replied.

“Contact as many as you can. Tell them that these contracts are invalid. They've been deceived. This property

belongs to the Sharp family, and Prudence had no right to sell it. They should go to the authorities and file

complaints.” Natasha spoke with quiet determination.

Collin smiled slightly, “In that case, Prudence will definitely cto you for a transfer deed. You're waiting for

her to cto you.

Natasha's eyes gleamed with cold calculation. “If I'm not mistaken, she'll send Geoffrey first.”

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