The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 295 Dispute at the Palace Gate

Isolde walked over and curtsied, “It's an honor to meet you, Princess Aveline!”

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Theodric, the young heir, peeked out from behind Aveline. He seemed half-asleep, his eyes drowsy, but when he

saw Isolde, they widened in delight. “Isolde!” he exclaimed.

Isolde picked him up with a smile, “Theodric, you're so well-behaved! Up so early to accompany Aveline into the

palace?”

The onlookers now realized who Isolde was-the highly sought-after princess, the General. They couldn't help but

glance at her a few more times.

Caroline, after returning hthat day, had told the Hanson family about the incident with the Valen family.

Margaret had been punished by Pablo because of Isolde, and the family, upon hearing this, harbored some

resentment toward Isolde, feeling that she had stirred up trouble even before officially joining the family.

Present today was also Alice, Margaret's mother.

Among the noblewomen present, Alice was the eldest. She had been sitting in her sedan chair, waiting for the

palace gates to open. Caroline lifted the curtain and whispered a few words to her, prompting Alice to extend her

hand and say with authority, “Helpdown!”

Caroline bowed and assisted her out of the sedan chair.

Hearing the commotion, everyone turned to look.

Alice stood straight, her gaze fixed in Isolde’s direction, though she pretended not to notice. “I heard -Princess

Langley is here. Which one is she?”

Now that she had been called out, Isolde couldn't pretend not to see her. With so many noblewomen present,

Ehad reminded her that her actions reflected Oliver's reputation. She had to endure it.

Isolde set Theodric down and walked over. “So it’s Mrs. Hanson. Greetings, Mrs. Hanson!” Isolde curtsied.

Alice was dressed in a dark green silk robe embroidered with cloud patterns and a hundred blessings, draped

with a black brocade cloak adorned with fish motifs. Around her neck hung a string of prayer beads, large and

smooth, likely made of agarwood, polished to a sheen and clearly valuable.

Her hair was styled in a high bun, adorned with a gold and emerald hairpin, and she wore gold earrings with

emerald pendants. On her wrist was a gold bangle engraved with Buddhist scriptures. She appeared to be a

devout Buddhist, yet her attire was opulent and eye-catching.

Isolde knew Alice was a difficult and domineering woman. With important matters to attend to today, she

couldn't afford to get entangled in a dispute. Thus, she performed the curtsy with utmost courtesy.

Esme, who had calong, was well aware of Alice’s temperament. Worried that a scene might erupt at the

palace gate, she stepped forward while Alice was scrutinizing Isolde with a critical eye. “Oh, who do we have

here? It’s Mrs. Hanson! It's been a while. How have you been, Mrs. Hanson?” Egreeted with

Alice narrowed her eyes at Esme, recognizing her.

ile.

If Ewere still serving in the palace, Alice would have had to show her srespect. But now that Ehad

left the palace and was no longer by Queen Mother's side, she was, in essence, just a servant. The way

Ferns addrecced her so casually offended Alice's sence of propriety

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With a displeased tone, Alice said, “So it’s Esme. | heard you left the palace. What are you doing here?”

“I'm now serving the princess at the Langley residence. Soon, she will marry Mr. Valois, so in a way, our families

will be connected. Running into you here today is quite a coincidence-what a small world!” Ereplied with a

smile, though she could see Alice's disdain. She forced herself to keep up the pleasantries.

Alice raised her hand dismissively. “Let's not talk about connections just yet. Even if the princess marries the

General, our families won't be considered relatives. Oliver's surnis Valois.”

Esme’s expression stiffened. She had cover to defuse the situation, knowing that many noblewomen still

respected her due to her past position. Even Alice had been polite to her when she visited Queen Mother at the

Mystic Palace.

But now that she had left the palace, Alice immediately turned cold. It seemed Alice truly looked down on

everyone.

Seeing Ebeing humiliated, Isolde gently pulled her back and stepped forward. “You are right. Esme

misspoke. | apologize on her behalf and hope you can forgive her,” Isolde said with a smile.

Ehad been worried that Isolde might lose her temper, but seeing her remain composed, she felt relieved.

Assuming that the apology would suffice and Alice wouldn't push further, Ecurtsied and tried to lead Isolde

away.

But Alice had intended to humiliate Isolde. She hadn't braved the cold just to have Isolde curtsy and leave.

The incident with the betrothal gifts had already spread, and Alice knew what people were saying. Today, with so

many noblewomen present, she wanted to salvage her daughter's reputation.

She assumed that Isolde, a young girl, wouldn't dare offend her.

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After all, seniority mattered.

So, when Isolde and Eturned to leave, Alice called out, “Wait!”

Isolde turned back, and Egently pressed her hand, signaling her to stay calm. Having served Queen Mother

for many years, Eknew that Queen Mother disliked public scenes.

Every word spoken at the palace gate would reach Queen Mother's ears if she wished to know.

Isolde patted Esme’s hand reassuringly, indicating that she had it under control.

Alice glared at Isolde and said coldly, “I heard that your family was dissatisfied with the betrothal gifts and

caused trouble for the Valen family on the day of the ceremony. Is that true?”

The claim about dissatisfaction with the gifts had been spread by Margaret and Lillian, though it had already

been debunked.

But Alice deliberately brought it up again, knowing that most of the onlookers had only heard rumors and hadn't

witnessed the event.

By reinforcing this narrative, she hoped to tarnish Isolde’s and the Langley family’s reputation truth, people

outside didn’t care-they just wanted gossip.

for the

Isolde smiled gently, “Mrs. Hanson, we have already forgiven Margaret for spreading such rumors. We believe it

was a misunderstanding, so there’s no need to bring it up again. Nor is it necessary for you to apologize on

behalf of the Valen family. Natasha said that since our families are to be united, we should let

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bygones be bygones.”

The onlookers nearby couldn’t help but chuckle behind their sleeves.

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News in the capital's elite circles spread like wildfire, and within a day or two, everyone knew the truth. Alice,

thinking her age and experience would give her the upper hand, was instead deftly outmaneuvered by Isolde.

The younger generation was indeed formidable.

Alice’s mouth twisted in anger. Having been rebutted so gracefully, she couldn't press further without losing

credibility and appearing as a bully.

She said coldly, “I don’t know the details, but if it was a misunderstanding, both families share the responsibility.

Your grandmother is right-let bygones be bygones.”

Isolde nodded, “Yes, we will follow your advice.”

Aveline, watching from a distance, had initially considered stepping in to support Isolde. She knew Isolde’s fiery

temper and feared she might cause a scene in front of so many noblewomen. But to her surprise, Isolde handled

the situation with grace and even managed to infuriate Alice in the process. Her skills were impressive.

With a smile, Aveline said to Theodric, “Go and call Isolde back. Tell her | have something to discuss.” Theodric,

eager to help, quickly ran over and took Isolde’s hand. “Isolde, Mom wants to talk to you.”

Isolde curtsied to Alice once more, “Please excuse me, Mrs. Hanson.”

With that, she took Theodric’s hand and walked away calmly.

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