The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 265 Duty

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Margaret smiled at Ashley, but in her heart, she was calculating how to bring this matter up with Pablo

Ashley was now her goddaughter, which naturally made her Pablo’s goddaughter as well.

However, she wasn't sure of Ashley's age

After asking carefully, she learned that Ashley was even a year older than Agnes

This meant that even Oliver would have to call her “elder sister.”

That evening. Pablo returned to the residence.

Margaret took the initiative to attend to him, helping him change and wash his face, meticulously taking care of

every detail.

Pablo had been neglecting her recently. If she had no business, she wouldn't cto him, so Pablo waited for

her to speak.

After finishing her duties, Margaret personally made coffee and said, “I have something to discuss with you.”

Pablo took a sip of tea and replied indifferently. “Speak.”

Margaret sighed softly, Today, Ashley mentioned that she has no relatives in Argentum. Her grandfather, Finnian,

is far away in Zloimond. Since the King has arranged for her to stay at our residence, she suggested recognizing

us as her godparents. What do you think?”

Pablo frowned. “Reject it.”

“She hinted at it a couple of days ago, and | didn’t respond. Today, she brought it up directly. It's hard forto

refuse, especially since her title has already been granted, and she’s the granddaughter of Finnian.” Margaret

said, looking troubled.

Pablo replied, “Getting involved in this matter would be a mistake. The King hasn't given any hints or explicit

orders. Knowing my character, he arranged for Ashley to stay at our residence. If we take her as our

goddaughter, it would raise suspicions of collusion between the inner palace and the court. | will definitely not

get involved in this mess.

Margaret inwardly groaned. She knew Ashley's goal was to win over Pablo.

Of course, Pablo wouldn't engage in any private dealings with her, but if it were just a nominal relationship. she

didn’t see any harm. Once Ashley entered the palace, there would hardly be any interaction.

Moreover, she had already agreed, and Ashley had knelt and kowtowed, addressing her as “godmother.” What

was she to do now?

After a moment of thought, she said softly, “Ashley is a pitiful person. She lost both her parents and was adopted

by Finnian. She has also made significant contributions to the court. In Arge n. she has no one to rely on. Once

she enters the palace, she may suffer. “Im not saying | pity her, but it remindsof how Isolde was once in a

similar situation. | treated her poorly back then and wanted to make amends, though she probably wouldn't

accept it. Now, seeing Ashley...

Pablo knew her temperament well. She wasn’t genuinely concerned for Isolde. Perhaps after being neglected for

so long, she wanted to use Ashley to make amends.

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Pablo didn’t feel any compassion for Ashley, but the mention of Isolde stirred a sense of pity in him.

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In any case, it was a trivial matter, and he couldn’t be bothered to intervene. He said indifferently, Handle it as

you see fit. Keep it private and don’t make a big deal out of it

Margaret breathed a sigh of relief, ‘Okay. Rest assured. | have no intention of making a spectacle of this Whether

it’s a blessing or a curse remains to be seen. | just thought that, since she'll be in the palace and we won't

interact much, it’s just a nominal title to give Finnian sface.”

Pablo knew of Finnian but had never interacted with him. As a military man, he held great respect for scholars.

Hearing Margaret's explanation, he didn’t find the situation as awkward anymore.

The next day, Ashley cto kowtow to Pablo.

Pablo had already given orders, and everyone in the Valen residence was to be present.

This was the first tsince Isolde and Oliver returned to Argentum that they sat face-to-face with William.

William's expression was very cold. He even looked at Cristina and Isolde.

In this household, they were the Feltons-outsiders.

Agnes had also returned, her expression neutral, revealing nothing.

Since the matter hadn't been announced beforehand, no one knew why Pablo had gathered everyone.

It wasn’t until Ashley knelt and kowtowed to Pablo and Margaret, addressing them as “godfather” and

“godmother,” that everyone understood.

Isolde’s expression turned playful. Failing to win over Oliver, Ashley had turned to Pablo and Margaret. What a

clever move.

Since Ashley was the eldest, even Oliver had to address her as “elder sister” and pay his respects.

Agnes stepped forward, taking Ashley’s hand warmly. “This is wonderful. | finally have an elder sister. Ashley, we

must stay in touch.”

Ashley took her hand and smiled. “It’s good that you don’t mind.”

“Disgusted?” Agnes laughed brightly. “What are you talking about? You are going to be the King’s concubine

soon. How could | mind? I'll need your guidance in the future.”

Ashley smiled without responding.

William stepped forward and cupped his hands. “It’s an honor to meet you, Ashley.”

William's expression was unreadable-neither happy nor disdainful. His lips curved into a smile, but it was clearly

forced.

“William,” Ashley curtsied.

William smiled slightly and returned to his seat.

Oliver also stood up, cupping his hands. “It's an honor to meet you, Ashley.”

Ashley looked at this clear-eved young Oliver and smiled. “Oliver, just callsister.”

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Oliver said seriously, “The King has already granted you your title. There's a distinction between ruler and

subject. It’s more appropriate to address you by your name.”

Ashley smiled, “It's all the same.”

She looked at Isolde, who remained still. Isolde hadn't married yet, so calling her “elder sister was

unnecessary.

Meanwhile, Felicity and Cristina stepped forward to curtsy. Ashley didn’t pay much attention to Felicity but

regarded Cristina with more interest.

After the two retreated, Ashley looked at Isolde and said, “Princess Langley, from now on, we're family. | hope

you won't play any more water games. It's fine if | get hurt, but it wouldn't be good if others were harmed.”

Isolde was stunned for a moment. “What do you mean? What water games? Are you referring to the tyou fell

into the water and | went in to save you?”

Ashley smiled faintly, “Is that how you see it?”

Isolde chuckled, her eyes sharp, “Otherwise, how do you see

it?”

Ashley instinctively glanced at Pablo, thinking that now that the father-daughter relationship was established, he

might say a word or two in her favor. But Pablo remained seated, his expression cold.

She realized she had been too hasty.

With a smile, she said, “Of course, you saved me. I'll remember this and repay you in the future.”

She stared at Isolde, her words carrying a double meaning.

Isolde said, “It's my duty!”

Isolde also looked at her, her words seemingly meaningful, yet perhaps not.

Ashley was somewhat disappointed.

She had thought that after recognizing Pablo, it would be customary to host a party and inform the clan.

However, he hadn't done so. Instead, he had quietly gathered the Valen household to acknowledge the

relationship.

She needed the Valen family’s support. Alone, she would struggle. With the Valen family behind her, her path in

the palace would be much smoother.

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