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Lahat ng Kabanata ng Substitute Queen's Revenge: Kabanata 121 - Kabanata 130

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Chapter 121

Helena fainted and was taken back to Cloud Palace.Despite the physicians' efforts, she remained unconscious.George's expression showed a hint of concern as the physician explained, "Your Majesty, Lady Henela's injuries have not yet fully healed. The lack of proper blood circulation is inevitable but not alarming. She simply needs to rest."At Zen Palace, Jane sat before a mirror, carefully removing the jewelry from her hair.Lily, attending to her, still seemed shaken."Your Majesty, are you…are you really unharmed? Ursa was so strong. Shouldn't you let the physicians take a look?"As soon as she spoke, Lily realized her mistake. If the physicians discovered any injuries, it might expose Jane's actions.Jane remained calm, her gaze tinged with cold determination. "No one is to know that I participated in the fight."Lily immediately nodded. "Yes, Your Majesty! I understand."She knew better than to say more.Shortly after, a chamberlain arrived with a message. "Queen Jane,

Chapter 122

Cameron was held in solitary confinement in a cell. When he saw Caleb, he dropped to his knees and began to plead."Caleb, please get me out of here! I beg you! I know I was wrong. For the sake of all the years we've known each other, please let me go. If… If you can't save me, at least give me a quick death! Being dismembered is too horrifying. I don't want to die like that!"The man who once humiliated Caleb now knelt before him, begging for mercy. Caleb should have felt vindicated, but instead, he only felt a deep sadness."You don't want to be executed by dismemberment, and you don't want to die. But did Calvin and the others want to die?"They were completely innocent! If I let you go, how could I face the souls of the dead?"Cameron, you climbed to the top by sacrificing those who were as close as brothers to you. Was it really worth it?"We were once so close. I thought we shared a mutual respect. Why did you do it? Why?!"Caleb gripped the iron bars of the cell, his eyes

Chapter 123

In the imperial study, George sat radiating authority and an intimidating aura, his piercing gaze as cold as ice. On the desk before him lay a copy of Cameron's signed confession.He scrutinized Jane before giving an order to Karlsen."Bring Cameron here. I will question him myself."Shortly after, Cameron was brought in under escort. Seeing the king, he immediately dropped to his knees, trembling with fear."Greetings, King George and Queen Jane!"Jane stood off to the side, her expression indifferent.George's voice cut through the silence. "Did you personally sign this confession?"The confession detailed numerous offenses, including Cameron's framing of Caleb two years prior, his bribes to Wallenby, and his financial dealings with Helena.As assistant captain, Cameron had amassed significant wealth through corruption, using half of it to bribe Wallenby and the other half to send gifts to Cloud Palace. The ledger from his residence contained all the records.Furthermore, it

Chapter 124

George cast a cold glance at Cameron, who knelt trembling on the ground. "Explain clearly—how did Helena instruct you?"Cameron hurriedly responded."Your Majesty, I cannot freely enter the inner palace. Any orders from Lady Helena were conveyed through a palace chamberlain. I do not know who that chamberlain is, but I remember his appearance clearly and can recognize him at a glance."George's voice turned commanding. "Summon all the chamberlains from Cloud Palace.""Yes, Your Majesty!"Helena's favor was unrivaled, and Cloud Palace housed fifty chamberlains in total. They were brought in groups of ten to the royal study for Cameron to identify.When the third group entered, Cameron's eyes suddenly lit up with excitement, and he pointed directly at one man."It's him! He's the one!"The accused chamberlain visibly trembled. George furrowed his brows."Interrogate him!" he commanded.His words carried such weight that everyone in the room trembled with fear.Jane observed si

Chapter 125

Jane pressed her lips together, exuding a calm and composed demeanor laced with a hint of coldness.This was Helena's brilliance at play.It was true Mike had bribed Lucien to secure a position. Even when the matter was exposed, Lucien wasn't exactly lying, as part of the blame could still be shifted onto Mike and Jane, the queen.If Jane hadn't investigated beforehand, she wouldn't have realized that Helena was the mastermind who manipulated Mike's desperation for a position to set up this trap.At the moment, Jane didn't attempt any defense."Perhaps it was indeed my failure to discipline Mike properly that led him to act so recklessly. I admit my fault and am willing to accept any punishment Your Majesty deems fit."Her swift admission of guilt caught George off guard. However, the word 'perhaps' stood out, sounding like an attempt to claim innocence.George's cold gaze bore into her."Return to Zen Palace and reflect on your actions. I need to reconsider whether you should

Chapter 126

Helena endured the pain from her wounds as she made her way to the royal study to plead her case.George looked at her with an indifferent expression."Your injuries are not healed yet. Return to Cloud Palace and rest," he said plainly.Helena's eyes brimmed with unshed tears. "I cannot feel at ease without explaining myself to you, Your Majesty. Cameron did indeed give me many gifts, but I never wished to accept them..."George's sharp brows furrowed slightly, revealing a trace of impatience."Enough. This case is insignificant. You don't need to explain it to me now. Go back to Cloud Palace and rest. We will discuss this later."Hearing this, Helena assumed George had decided not to pursue Cameron's case further and was concerned about her well-being. She let out a quiet sigh of relief.It seemed the king still cared about her. After all, what harm was there in a favored concubine receiving a few gifts? Other concubines' families had sent her presents before, and George had tu

Chapter 127

Mike was imprisoned, banned from taking the imperial examination, and prohibited from entering officialdom—a punishment that nearly took Lydia's life.She kneeled before Gloria, crying uncontrollably, her usual arrogance completely gone."Gloria, you have to help Mike! We have no way out. Please go to the palace and plead with Queen Jane. Perhaps His Majesty might show leniency for her sake… Gloria, I beg you!"Gloria, though soft-hearted, was fully aware of her limitations.This case involved former court officials, and the queen was already avoiding trouble; how could she invite more disaster upon herself?"Lydia, please stand up and speak. This time, it's truly Mike's fault. How can the queen bend the rules for personal reasons? For now, it's best to send someone to the prison to make arrangements so Mike doesn't suffer too much."Hearing this, Lydia thought Gloria was speaking from a place of detachment. It wasn't her biological son, so she could afford to say such cold words

Chapter 128

That night, George arrived at Cloud Palace.Helena had a radiant smile on her face, her beauty accentuated by a charming demeanor. The scar on her face was carefully covered with makeup, leaving no trace of imperfection. This gave her an extra boost of confidence."Your Majesty, you have so much to do with the state affairs; you must rest more," she said softly. "If you tire yourself, I'll be heartbroken."George took the food she offered and looked at her."This is not something you need to do, just sit and accompany me for dinner," he said.His words were filled with concern—rarely seen from such a cold, distant king. Helena's heart was filled with joy."I am more than willing to serve you, Your Majesty," she replied.After the welcoming banquet, this was the first time the king returned to Cloud Palace.After dinner, George said, "I will stay here tonight."Helena's joy was evident, and she immediately instructed Clara to prepare the bedding.For the next two days, the kin

Chapter 129

In the afternoon, strong winds howled as dark clouds gathered above Cloud Palace, creating a suffocating atmosphere.Helena suffered from a severe headache, yet no medicine could alleviate the pain. She lay in bed, groaning incessantly.Fortunately, the headache subsided after a while. However, an inexplicable tightness in her chest left her feeling miserable.She had no interest in watching the performance of the troupe, though the palace attendants thoroughly enjoyed it. When the mistress was favored, the servants lived in comfort as well.At Zen Palace, Maya once again started to complain."People at Cloud Palace are watching a troupe perform, while we're here pulling weeds and doing menial labor. Who would believe we're servants of Queen Jane if they heard this?"Not just Zen Palace, but all the palaces—from the concubines to the servants—envied Cloud Palace.Wilhelmina, who was visiting Celine for a chat, joked, "Lady Celine, fate truly treats us differently. I can accept m

Chapter 130

Helena never expected that the king had been investigating her all along. Hadn't he been showering her with affection in recent days? Even today, he had arranged for a circus troupe to perform in the palace."Your Majesty, I..." Helena tried to speak, but her voice caught in her throat.All she could see was George's cold expression. He had already uncovered all the evidence. Continuing to deny it would only dissatisfy and disappoint him even more.Moreover, everything had happened so suddenly. Falling from the heights of favor into the depths of despair, Helena had no time to think of how to respond.Jane bowed to George."Your Majesty, Helena's collusion with the envoys is supported by irrefutable evidence. However, as she is your favored concubine, spreading news of this matter may unsettle the military's morale. Therefore, I propose finding a pretext to send her to the forbidden palace."Until the truth behind Wendy's case was fully revealed, Jane wouldn't let Helena die so e

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