MasukThe study carried the familiar scent of old paper and freshly dried ink. Behind the large, neatly arranged desk, Helena stood with her hands clenched at her sides. Her eyes seemed dimmer than usual, her thoughts clearly burdened by something.
Alwyn entered the room with a calm expression, though his gaze remained sharp, observant. Helena did not notice h
Chapter 054 Inner TurmoilThe study carried the familiar scent of old paper and freshly dried ink. Behind the large, neatly arranged desk, Helena stood with her hands clenched at her sides. Her eyes seemed dimmer than usual, her thoughts clearly burdened by something.Alwyn entered the room with a calm expression, though his gaze remained sharp, observant. Helena did not notice his presence at all.“Lady Helena, lately you seem unfocused.”Alwyn’s remark came softly, yet carried a sharp edge.Helena startled, her eyes widening in surprise.“What?!” she blurted reflexively. “Is that so? Where have I made a mistake, Master Alwyn? I’ll
Chapter 053 Hugh & Atthy’s DebateThe oil lamps glowed softly, casting long shadows across the walls of the spacious room. The scent of paper and burning wax filled the air, deepening the gravity of the meeting between the two individuals seated across from one another. Hugh leaned back calmly in his chair, his expression unreadable. Across from him, Atthy sat upright, her gaze sharp and resolute.“So, what is it you want to discuss, Duchess?” Hugh opened the conversation, his tone sounding more like a challenge than a greeting.“Why didn’t you apologize to me immediately?” Atthy asked, her voice calm yet firm.Hugh raised a brow, slightly surprised.“What?”
Chapter 052 Welcoming the SoldiersTwilight slowly descended, cloaking the sky in streaks of golden orange that gradually blended into darkness. At the main gate of Eldoria Manor, rows of torches burned brightly, illuminating the stone path crossed by lines of soldiers newly returned from the battlefield. Dust and mud still clung to their clothes and armor, yet there was a glimmer of satisfaction in their eyes—satisfaction from returning victorious, satisfaction from breathing the air of home again after so long surrounded by the stench of blood and death.At the front entrance, Helena stood tall, her blue dress swaying gently in the evening breeze. The servants behind her waited with hopeful expressions, while the Manor stood wrapped in a hanging silence—waiting for the first voice to break the tension.&ldq
Chapter 051 Atthy’s Truth?!The study of Eldoria Manor was filled with the dim glow of softly flickering oil lamps, creating an atmosphere both calm and unsettling. Outside the window, the night wind blew, carrying a biting cold into the room. The embers in the fireplace still burned, offering a trace of warmth, though not enough to dispel the tension hanging in the air.Vadim sat in a carved wooden chair, his hands clasped atop the desk. His sharp gaze fixed on Hugh, who stood before him. The young man seemed deep in thought, his expression harder to read than usual.“I heard something interesting from Helena a while ago…” Vadim said, his voice deep and meaningful.Hugh lifted his face, looking intently at his father, waiting for him to continue.
Chapter 050 GiftIn the family room, warmth wrapped around the atmosphere as everyone sat together, enjoying snacks and hot drinks. The fire in the fireplace burned softly, offering comfort against the cold air slipping in from outside.“Grandpa, how was your trip?” Nathan asked enthusiastically from Vadim’s left side.Vadim leaned back against the sofa, one arm still wrapped around Naira, who rested comfortably on his lap. “Same as always, Nathan,” he replied casually.Karl looked at Vadim with curious eyes. “Did Grandfather finish his business?”Vadim smiled faintly and gently ruffled Karl’s hair. “Yes, there were no significant problems. I handled everything quite ea
Chapter 049 Vadim’s ArrivalThat day, the atmosphere within Manor Eldoria felt livelier than usual. Inside one of the rooms illuminated by the morning sunlight, Atthy, Karl, Nathan, and Naira gathered around a large table, busy preparing gifts for Vadim, who would soon arrive. Various pieces of leather and animal fur were spread out before them.Karl sat upright, carefully examining a dried deer hide. “This sword sheath has to be truly durable. I want to make sure Grandfather can use it proudly.”On the other side of the table, Nathan stroked a beaver pelt with visible curiosity. “Why is the fur so soft? Do you think Grandfather will like these gloves?” he asked innocently.Naira, calmer than the others, looked at the leather piece in her han
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 027: Helena’s Letter"Alwyn sent a letter," Kevin announced, unfurling the parchment with a curious expression.Hugh, standing nearby, narrowed his eyes as he scanned the contents. Yet it was the footnote at the end that truly caught his attention."The Duchess helped me resolve the issue m







