MasukChapter 048 A Conversation After DinnerDinner had ended, but the atmosphere around the dining table still felt warm. The servants began clearing away the remaining dishes, leaving Hugh, Atthy, Karl, Nathan, and Naira in a far more relaxed conversation.Nathan, seated beside Karl, let out a wide yawn, while Karl merely glanced at him briefly before returning his attention to the half-finished glass of warm tea in front of him. Naira still sat comfortably between Hugh and Atthy, her hands resting atop the table with a satisfied expression after enjoying the meal.Suddenly, Nathan straightened his back, his eyes sparkling with excitement. “Uncle Hugh, will you train with us tomorrow?”Karl snorted softly before Hugh could answer. “If he’s not too busy with his documents.”Hugh glanced at Karl briefly before calmly sipping his tea. “I’ll check my schedule tomorrow.”“You always say that,” Karl sighed, though he did not press further. He knew Hugh rarely made promises without certainty.A
Chapter 047 Hugh, Atthy, and NairaHugh, Atthy, and Naira walked side by side through the corridor toward the dining hall. Their footsteps echoed evenly along the long hallway illuminated by candlelight. Yet despite walking together, something about the atmosphere between them felt awkward.Atthy maintained her elegant posture, her gaze fixed straight ahead, while Hugh walked slightly farther from her side. As always, his expression was difficult to read. Naira, walking beside Hugh, casually held onto her uncle’s hand. There was no awkwardness on the little girl’s face—unlike the two adults beside her.The silence accompanying their steps felt strange. No light conversation, no quiet laughter. Perhaps that was normal for Hugh, but to Atthy, the situation felt far too stiff.Then suddenly, without saying a word, Naira released Hugh’s hand. Instantly, she moved between them and innocently grabbed Hugh’s hand on one side and Atthy’s on the other.Atthy flinched slightly, reflexively turn
Chapter 046 Hugh and NairaInside Manor Eldoria, candlelight glowed softly against the stone walls, casting dancing shadows across the corridors. Atthy stood in the middle of the hallway, surrounded by several servants still busy with their duties even though night had already fallen.“Miranda, shouldn’t you have gone home already?” Atthy looked at the woman, who appeared to be in her thirties, gently. Her tone carried no judgment, only concern.Miranda smiled faintly. “Ah, yes, Duchess. I just wanted to make sure everything is prepared for the next few days.”Atthy nodded slowly, her eyes sweeping over the gradually quieting room. “Ah, because of the soldiers’ arrival, right?”“That’s right, Duchess...” Miranda lowered the notes in her hands and let out a small sigh.Atthy turned toward a young girl standing not far from Miranda, visibly trying to follow their conversation. “Carla, you’re still young, but learn this work properly. If you master it, you’ll be able to lighten Miranda’s
Chapter 045 Hugh and HelenaKnock knock knock.“Come in.”Helena stepped inside with a confident expression, though deep down, she had already prepared herself for the long argument that had become almost routine between them.“My Lord Duke…”Hugh, who was busy reading reports at his desk, only glanced at her briefly without fully lifting his gaze. “Is there something important I need to hear directly from you, Helena?”“It seems so, My Lord,” Helena replied firmly, even though she knew very well that with Hugh, every matter had to be delivered carefully.Hugh set aside
Chapter 044 Hugh and Atthy’s ThoughtsWarm steam filled Hugh’s private bath chamber, wrapping the room in the distinct scent of herbal oils used to loosen tense muscles. Hot water streamed over his body, easing the strain he had carried for so long.Yet his mind continued working, replaying what he had just witnessed at the training grounds of Manor Eldoria.He had returned without announcing his arrival, simply because he wanted to see for himself how the Manor functioned in his absence. But he had not expected to witness something far more interesting.Karl was indeed well-trained. Compared to most noble children, he was clearly superior in technique, stamina, and combat mentality.But what truly left Hugh si
Chapter 043 Hugh’s ArrivalKarl was still trying to steady his breathing after his brief duel with Atthy. Atthy’s victory was not surprising to him, but the way she fought—fast, tactical, and highly efficient—made Karl realize that combat was not simply about strength.Atthy, meanwhile, remained standing calmly, occasionally glancing at Karl with a satisfied expression. The boy was stubborn, but he learned quickly. There was tremendous potential within him.But as time passed, the atmosphere around them slowly changed.Karl sensed the strangeness first.At first, it was only a faint feeling.Then he began noticing that the servants who had been watch
Chapter 030: Helena Whitmore#Back to the presentHelena confirmed that the "Lady Galina" standing before her was indeed an impostor, not the one described in the official report. However, she was also certain of something else—this "Lady Galina" was firm yet sincere. And that, raised a new questio
Chapter 029 - Helena and HughKNOCK KNOCK KNOCK"Um, come in," Atthy responded after hearing a knock at her chamber door."Oh, Helena," she greeted with a warm smile when she saw who it was."Yes, Your Grace..." Helena replied politely."Please, have a seat. Is there something you'd like to talk ab
Chapter 028 – Lily and Miriam Return to the Shelter"Good morning, Your Grace. How was breakfast today?""It was good.""Is there anything that needs improving?""Helena, it's been four days… for four days—breakfast, lunch, snacks, dinner, more snacks—you've been asking me the same questions. Aren'
Chapter 026 – Proving OneselfIn the quiet of the afternoon at the Manor, muted sunlight filtered through the windows, casting a warm glow over the neatly arranged drawing room. Atthy sat in a classic armchair, momentarily absorbed in the yellowed pages of an old newspaper. Though she appeared rela







