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48: Wary Guests
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The Duke's Unwanted Wife 49: Careless Compassion
The mansion definitely looked different from the last time she was there. It was clear that it had a feminine touch, an elegant one at that. It looked a lot homier and less depressing. The darkness was limited to the outside as the inside was warm and inviting. She didn’t talk about it but it was clear that the Duchess was proud of what she had done. “The butler would direct your servants to the room you would be staying but for now, you can join us for lunch. Everyone here is excited to receive our dear princesses. The dining room is this way” she gestured, leading the way. All three women were surprised that the Grand Duke was still following them. While the second princess thought it was because of the good relationship between the Grand Duke and his wife, the Grand Duchess and the third princess knew better. “I would have to apologize in advance as I won’t be joining you for lunch today. I still have a pile of paperwork waiting for me back in the office but I will be joining yo
The Duke's Unwanted Wife 50: Marvis Jane
To be successful on a hunt, you have to study your prey, remain hidden and wait for the right time to attack. The cover of the night was the right time to attack but it wasn’t good to mindlessly attack. You have to wait until the prey was extremely comfortable before you made a move. “Let’s set up camp here. You there, you’re on the first watch” a rather rude voice said to the only man who had been walking the entire distance. They had traveled more than 5 miles, stopping to rest a few times and no one cared to acknowledge how tired he was, treating him like he was air. However, he didn’t say anything, nodding to acknowledge his request. He walked away from the party, finally letting down his hood. Long rough dark blue hair flowed out, reaching down to his waist. Reaching into the purse by his waist, he pulled out a pink ribbon and wrapped it around his hair. The long spear-shaped ears that were covered by the hair finally came out, covered by a bit of blue fur. Purple slit eyes obs
The Duke's Unwanted Wife 51: Pregnancy?
“It’s been so long since a tea party was hosted in the mansion of the Grand Duke. We almost thought it wouldn’t happen. Thank you for inviting us, your grace” the wife of one of the most influential Marquis in the southwest, Marquis Salam, bowed respectfully. Natalia smiled and welcome her in, doing the same with all her guests. It was the first time she was meeting the nobles of the southwest personally and she had made sure to invite all of them. There were some guests who came all the way from the capital, like the princesses and Lady Borisque. “The tea being served today is found in the deeper part of the Forest of Damnation. The leaves are very fragrant and sweet when boiled, even if you put in a little bit of honey. I hope you all enjoy it”The ladies took n hesitant sip after Natalia displayed the first show of trust by taking her own sip. The taste was as described and just like that, a trustworthy image of the Grand Duchess was igrained into the minds of the nobles. Their se
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The Duke's Unwanted Wife 53: Guilty
About a month had passed since the tea party. As the extermination campaign neared, her body got weaker. She woke up covered in sweat, feeling extra cold in the morning. Making the room hotter didn’t help as she was sweating even though there was a chill in her chest. Madaline had to watch as she vomited blood everyday, unable to help more than she already did. {I can’t watch this anymore. You might die, Natalia}“I’m…..ahh……fine for now. This much is bearable. We just have to endure for a few months. I think….I can start taking the antidote little by little”{Finally. I know what you’re trying to do but it hurts me to see you like this}“I’m glad at least one person is worried about me”The antidote was in the form of a pill. If Madaline used her powers on it, it could cure Natalia immediately. However, Natalia restricted her from doing so, preferring to take the pill daily to slow down the effect of the poison. It wouldn’t be easy to fake her death otherwise. “Your grace, the Gran
The Duke's Unwanted Wife The Extent of Her Influence
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