The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

The Swordswoman'’s Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 382 Laughing at You

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When Arthur personally delivered Isolde to the Ministry of Justice prison, the suffocating rage he had been

holding onto finally found release.

That day. Mell had rushed to inform him that Cristina had been placed under house arrest. Enraged, he hurried to

the Valen estate, where he crossed paths with Isolde The mere sight of her ignited a fire within

Her arrogance, her cold indifference-she had always been the pampered jewel of the Valen family, surrounded

by doting elders and deferential servants. When she saw him, she deliberately turned away, as if he were

beneath her notice. Strip away her title as County Princess, and what was she? A mere fifth-rank general.

Arthur had climbed the ranks of the court, married Agnes, and was basking in his prime. But ever since Isolde

entangled Cristina in her schemes, he had suffered repeated humiliations, losing face tand time

again

Secing Cristina’s pitiful state only fanned the flames of his fury. He recalled how Isolde once rode out, surrounded

by an entourage, basking in her former glory. And now, standing before him was the broken ruin of his sister. His

fists clenched. He swore to himself-he would rip that haughty expression off Isolde’s

face.

Leaving the Sunset Chamber, he unexpectedly ran into Ashley in the corridor. He had no reason to meet with

her, but since their paths crossed, he could not ignore her.

Ashley smiled at him. “Are you here to see Isolde? She's gone out.”

Arthur was momentarily stunned. Why would she ass| was here for Isolde?

But her next words made everything clear.

“You're a man of virtue, are you not? If you do see Isolde, you should remind her-what kind of granddaughter

doesn’t return hto mourn her grandmother? If His Majesty were to hear of such disrespect and unfilial

conduct, he would be furious.”

The moment she spoke, Arthur understood. Behind Ashley's gentle, benevolent smile lurked a blade, sharp and

poised to strike. And in that moment, a trace of his own killing intent flickered to life.

Yet he swallowed it down. To accuse Isolde was to challenge the Valen family. He still hoped Cristina would

receive fair treatment under their roof. So, after leaving Ashley, he sought out Margaret.

He begged her. He begged Margaret to find a better living arrangement for Cristina, to ensure she was not

mistreated. He even promised that Heidi would never suffer a single hardship in the Langley household.

But Margaret's response was a face of cold indifference. She did not even deem him worthy of a single

word.

Disheartened, he turned to Pablo.

Yes, Cristina had made mistakes, but surely Pablo would not hold such a deep grudge against a mere

woman.

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death of her.”

The blaze within Arthur, already fierce, now becan inferno.

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He left the Valen estate with a single-minded fury, so much so that, for a fleeting moment, he was tempted. to

march straight hand divorce Agnes on the spot.

But he was not entirely reckless. Agnes was not the real enemy-Oliver and Isolde were.

Then, Ashley’s words returned to him.

And he realized this was fate handing him an opportunity

The King despised disloyalty and filial disrespect above all else. So, Arthur waited. And when Prudence’s funeral

passed without Isolde making an appearance, he knew the heavens had favored him.

Evil never triumphs over righteousness. Isokle-venomous, reckless, and treacherous-was finally receiving her

just deserts.

And so, he personally escorted her to the Ministry of Justice prison.

He stood outside the iron bars, watching her as she was led inside, hoping to see fear in her eyes.

But she simply sat on the damp straw, lifted her head, and looked at him with the sunshaken arrogance

as always.

“Much obliged for the escort,” she said lightly. “I appreciate it.”

Arthur's eyes darkened. “What do you have to be proud of now? Do you actually think someone will cto

save you?”

Isolde laughed.

Arthur seethed at that laughter, at the way she gazed at him as though he were a fool.

“What are you laughing at?” he snapped.

Isolde leaned back with an air of leisure. “I'm laughing at you. At a so-called Baron who behaves like a petty,

gossiping village wife. At a man who preaches morality while indulging in filth and corruption. At a fool who has

blindly walked into Ashley's trap without even realizing it. And above all, I'm laughing at the fact that, even

though I sit behind these bars, you are the one who is more nervous and furious.”

“You're just trying to hide your fear behind that laugh.” Arthur glared at her, but her words gnawed at the edges

of his thoughts. Had he truly becthe man she described?

“Fear?” Isolde smirked. “I have no reason to fear. My conscience is clear. But you... you should be afraid. After all,

someone must take the fall for this. And if it isn’t me, it will be you. Do you believe that?”

“You're already finished,” Arthur spat, his eyes burning.

“I wouldn't be so sure! Isolde flicked her sleeve, her smile almost dazzling in the gloom of the prison. “Because if

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“Then let's wait and see. Isolde said simply.

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Arthur sneered. “Bluster all you like. You've committed treason against the King himself. To think you can escape

justice is nothing but a fantasy.”

He turned sharply, unwilling to see that smile any longer, and stormed out.

He was certain-Isolde would never leave that prison alive. She had been disrespectful to her family, rebellious

against the throne. The King would not spare her.

And yet, as he walked away from the Ministry of Justice, he could not shake a gnawing sense of unease.

Isolde had said he had walked into Ashley’s trap. A trap? What trap?

Ashley was Kamari’s confidante, and though she had earned merit by eliminating Kamari, she had been in

Argentum for over a month without gaining access to the palace. The King’s stance on her remained unclear.

Rowena had seen him speaking with Ashley.

But so what? It was a mere exchange of greetings. If the King questioned it, he had nothing to hide.

And yet, Ashley's last words lingered in his mind.

She had smiled at him and asked, Do you plan to cling to the Valen family forever? If not, why not forge your own

path? Then she had whispered, Trust me, and | will see you promoted three ranks within three

years.

She knew. She had seen his growing disillusionment, his resentment toward the Valen family

Ashley was trying to recruit him.

She was a foreigner, a woman without powerful kin in Argentum. She needed allies. And he... he needed.

advancement.

Three ranks in three years.

How tempting it was.

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