บททั้งหมดของ Substitute Queen's Revenge: บทที่ 121 - บทที่ 130

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,

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

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

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

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