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Chapter 332
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Substitute Queen's Revenge Chapter 333
Seeing their national interests at stake, the Nidoran officials immediately voiced their opposition."Your Majesty, this must not be allowed! The onyxite mine has yet to be successfully extracted. We don't even know how much onyxite can be obtained. Even if there is enough, if we keep giving it away, there will hardly be any left!""I second that! Wouldn't this be equivalent to doing hard labor for other countries for free?"The envoys looked displeased and immediately retorted."How is this hard labor for free? Jadonia is willing to offer five hundred thousand ounces of gold as wages for the craftsmen!""Nordale is also willing to contribute five hundred thousand ounces of gold!"An elder statesman of Nidora, with white hair and an imposing presence, spoke forcefully."Is this a matter of money? Onyxite is an invaluable resource. Surely, you all know its true worth!"Of course, they did.Onyxite was an extremely rare mineral. For nearly a hundred years, it had been exclusive
Substitute Queen's Revenge Chapter 334
The envoys who had spoken out had ropes tied around their waists, making it impossible to break free.As the horses galloped, they had no choice but to run for their lives.But how could they outrun horses? Before long, they stumbled and fell, and were dragged across the ground.Even on sandy soil, the experience was brutal. After several rounds, the air was filled with their screams. Their clothes were torn, their flesh scraped open, leaving streaks of blood on the ground.Desperate pleas rang out."King George! Have mercy!""King George, we've learned our lesson!"The remaining envoys, watching in horror, were relieved they hadn't spoken out earlier.George ignored the pleas, drinking and eating as if nothing was happening. He had no fear of them dying right then and there.The atmosphere at the banquet was tense. No one dared to breathe too loudly.Vivian was an exception.Even though the envoys from Bayou were among those being dragged around, she continued eating and dr
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"Commander Foster, I bring dire news! Your sister was raped and committed suicide. Your mother wants you to swiftly return and take your sister’s place in the royal wedding!"At the border of Nidora, several horses' hooves thundered across freshly melted snow. Water splashed in all directions.Jane Foster's horse was in the lead. She wore a tight-fitting, plain dark battle robe. Her black hair was pulled into a ponytail that left loose ends which danced in the wind along with the hem of her dress. She looked aggressive and intimidating.Although Jane and her sister Wendy were twins, she had been raised away from her family due to a superstition that twins brought bad luck.Wendy was kind, gentle, and had never held a grudge against anyone.Jane couldn’t figure out who would hurt someone as pure and kind as Wendy. She wanted to skin that person alive.The royal guard soon realized he couldn’t keep pace with the speed she was setting."Commander Foster, two of our horses have alre
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Inside the house, Jane narrowed her eyes.Regardless of the examination's outcome, the Foster family would lose. Helena Larson must have definite evidence that the Foster family’ daughter was no longer a virgin, and was now using it to cause trouble.If Jane, her sister's substitute, was found to be a virgin, it might help stop Helena's plot. However, it would definitely arouse her suspicion. Once it was discovered that Jane was a substitute and not Wendy, she would be convicted for deceiving the king. That would bring disaster to the Foster family!Jane looked ahead. She calmly applied makeup to her face using the hand that was used to holding a spear.Her master had taught her the art of war and the ways of government.Her master's wife had taught her a woman's role in the family, including necessary household skills. Although she had learned it all, she had never thought these skills would come in handy.She had aspirations and didn’t want to be trapped in a house as an obed
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Serene Palace was where Dina Augustus, the queen dowager, lived.After hearing about the incident at Foster Mansion, Dina seemed somewhat joyful. She turned to look at her maid, Laurel."I met Wendy last year during my birthday celebration. She seemed too docile in nature. I felt then that it would be hard for her to become the queen. I've changed my mind about her. I'm impressed."Laurel had served the queen dowager for a very long time. She knew all about the struggles of living in the palace. She poured her mistress a cup of coffee."But based on the king's favoritism towards Lady Helena, the queen won't stand a chance against that woman from the Cloud Palace, no matter how smart or brave she is," Laurel said. "We can't be sure Lady Helena won't make her suffer tonight."It was clear that she didn’t think the new queen would be capable.The smile on Dina's face faded."You're right. I still remember the day Wilhelmina entered the palace. George was all set to go and pamper he
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Since the tyrant king was coming, Jane had to ask Lily to redo her hair so she could put the crown and veil back on. However, Lily's hands were shaking. Jane guessed she was afraid of the tyrant king.With her hands shaking, it was inevitable that Lily would make a mistake.After losing her third strand of hair, Jane couldn’t bear it anymore."Stop. I'll do it myself," Jane said coldly.She was a master of disguise. It was necessary for her to be proficient in tying her hair into various styles. In a matter of seconds, she managed to restore her hair to its original state. Lily was shocked to witness this."Your Majesty, you're so skillful!"However, by the time they were ready to welcome the king, they received news from a royal servant."Your Majesty, Lady Helena had a headache. The king has gone to Cloud Palace."Lily opened her mouth. She was angry but dared not speak.Helena must have pretended to have a headache. There was no way it could have been a coincidence. She mus
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Back in Jane's room, the older maid, Maya, who had previously been unfriendly and stern, immediately ordered a bath for Jane. She pushed Lily out of the way while smiling at Jane."Your Majesty, the king has never favored another concubine other than Lady Helena all these years. You're the first one!"Lily stood nearby. She was rather critical of this old maid. Maya hadn’t been behaving so attentively earlier. It was an obvious case of worshiping the powerful and crushing the weak.The status of women in the palace depended on the king's favor. Even someone as high-ranking as the queen would be neglected without his favor.Maya said a lot, but Jane wasn’t paying attention to her."All of you may leave. Lily will be sufficient," she instructed coldly.-After the chamber had cleared, Lily began to speak, worried."Your Majesty, it's a good thing that the king is willing to come. But aren’t you starting a difficult situation with Lady Helena? Your mother told us to keep a low pro
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Lily heard the commotion and immediately ran into the bedroom."Your Majesty, what happened-?" “Get lost.”Lily halted at the words. They came from the bed, and it was a man's voice.She knew something was wrong and cried for help. A chamberlain rushed in and quickly stopped her, angrily reprimanding her."You blind fool! That's the king!"Lily was dumbfounded. The king? The tyrant king who murdered people? Why had he suddenly come so late at night?On the bed, George pressed on Jane's shoulder with one hand while grabbing her dagger-wielding hand by the wrist with the other. He towered over her like a lion that was about to slaughter its prey.Jane could try to set herself free, but she stopped moving after discovering who he was. She could not see his face clearly in the dark. However, she could feel he was a deadly threat."My queen, do you care to explain?"His harsh tone was intimidating. An ordinary girl would have begun stuttering helplessly a long time ago. Jane rema
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Substitute Queen's Revenge Chapter 334
The envoys who had spoken out had ropes tied around their waists, making it impossible to break free.As the horses galloped, they had no choice but to run for their lives.But how could they outrun horses? Before long, they stumbled and fell, and were dragged across the ground.Even on sandy soil, the experience was brutal. After several rounds, the air was filled with their screams. Their clothes were torn, their flesh scraped open, leaving streaks of blood on the ground.Desperate pleas rang out."King George! Have mercy!""King George, we've learned our lesson!"The remaining envoys, watching in horror, were relieved they hadn't spoken out earlier.George ignored the pleas, drinking and eating as if nothing was happening. He had no fear of them dying right then and there.The atmosphere at the banquet was tense. No one dared to breathe too loudly.Vivian was an exception.Even though the envoys from Bayou were among those being dragged around, she continued eating and dr
Substitute Queen's Revenge Chapter 333
Seeing their national interests at stake, the Nidoran officials immediately voiced their opposition."Your Majesty, this must not be allowed! The onyxite mine has yet to be successfully extracted. We don't even know how much onyxite can be obtained. Even if there is enough, if we keep giving it away, there will hardly be any left!""I second that! Wouldn't this be equivalent to doing hard labor for other countries for free?"The envoys looked displeased and immediately retorted."How is this hard labor for free? Jadonia is willing to offer five hundred thousand ounces of gold as wages for the craftsmen!""Nordale is also willing to contribute five hundred thousand ounces of gold!"An elder statesman of Nidora, with white hair and an imposing presence, spoke forcefully."Is this a matter of money? Onyxite is an invaluable resource. Surely, you all know its true worth!"Of course, they did.Onyxite was an extremely rare mineral. For nearly a hundred years, it had been exclusive
Substitute Queen's Revenge Chapter 332
Vivian carefully observed the queen on the throne. The queen felt strangely familiar.Jane subtly turned her head to glance at George. He looked indifferent, as if merely watching a play unfold.Theon, however, was focused on the queen."Queen Wendy, what do you think of this woman?"All the concubines looked at Wendy. Deep down, they all hoped she would reject the Bayou envoy. There were already too many women in the harem.Jane maintained a composed expression and responded with a question."I find her pleasing to the eye. But wouldn't making her my maid be beneath her?"Theon's expression changed.'A maid?'That was not their intention at all.Vivian's lips curled into a slight smile upon hearing this. Compared to the king, she found the queen much more interesting. She didn't know how to put it. It just felt right.Theon fell into deep thought.Presenting Vivian to the king was meant to sever Nidora's fortune by giving her an opportunity to quietly eliminate George. If
Substitute Queen's Revenge Chapter 331
The envoys from Bayou dressed differently from those of other nations. The men tattooed their faces, and the women wore veils and short tops that revealed a sliver of their slender waists.These foreigners, skilled in raising venomous creatures and practicing strange customs, were unwelcome in many countries.Once they entered the hall, the previously lively atmosphere grew tense. People instinctively distanced themselves, casting looks filled with disdain and rejection. A woman with her waist exposed so openly was simply indecent in their eyes."Greetings, King George of Nidora!"Jane lifted her gaze, a flicker of surprise flashing through her eyes.Among the Bayou envoys, there was only one woman. And that woman was none other than Vivian, whom she had sent away just two days ago.Vivian was clad in red. The veil she had on fluttered with the breeze, revealing glimpses of her breathtaking face. Her eyes were captivating. One look, and a person would feel weak, numb, and intoxic
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Wendy's letter was simple. It was written in a childlike tone, recounting everyday trivialities. Yet Jane read it for a long time.She knew Wendy had not yet fully recovered. But as long as she could remain this simple and happy, perhaps that was enough.-In Carefree Abode at the northern borders, Wendy sat on the swing in the courtyard. She was wrapped in a silver cloak. She often sat there and stared blankly into the distance for hours.Candace never left her side, while Luke busied himself in the adjoining room, preparing various herbal remedies.There were no outsiders and no disturbances here, only quiet and peace every day.Candace fed Wendy her medicine, and the latter obediently opened her mouth.Wendy never looked at anyone. Her gaze was fixed forward as if trapped in a dream no one could wake her from.Every time Candace saw her like this, her heart ached. If only Wendy had never endured such filth and suffering. She would be so happy now."Miss, would you like to w
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A lunar eclipse was a rare spectacle. Though there was a curfew in the palace, the patrolling guards were somewhat lax.Jane saw the signal flare from Safe Haven Pawnshop and assumed it was urgent, so she rushed there immediately.The moment she pushed open the door, she sensed something was off. A strange fragrance drifted into her nose in the darkness. Then, she felt a sudden killing intent approaching.Jane swiftly caught the assailant's wrist, blocking the strike. However, the person immediately collapsed into her arms.A soft and curvaceous body pressed against her. It was impossible to shake off."Oh, my dear, I've missed you so much," a sultry voice murmured.Jane sighed inwardly.Trouble had shown up.Valles lit a lamp, illuminating the room. His face was full of guilt, and he dared not look Henry in the eye. After all, he was a traitor who had betrayed the vice leader.Jane mercilessly pushed away the woman in her arms.Vivian rested her chin on her hand with her v
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George spoke coldly and solemnly to Wendy."I want you to know that appointing Lady Rachel to assist in managing the harem was Grandmother's decision. It was never my intention!"Jane looked up at him and asked seriously, "So, you disapprove of Lady Rachel?"George's breathing grew slightly heavier.'She might as well be called Wendy the Stone instead of Wendy the queen!'He simply didn't want her to believe the palace gossip that he was favoring Rachel. But on the other hand, if she wanted to misunderstand, then so be it. Why should he bother explaining?"Just pretend I never said anything," George said coldly.-That night, the king's litter arrived at Grace Palace.George exuded a chilling presence, making everyone around him too afraid to speak. Even Rachel remained unusually quiet.After dinner, seeing that the king was about to leave, Rachel gathered her courage and grasped his sleeve.George's expression instantly darkened with displeasure. He turned his head to see R
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Wilhelmina arrived at Zen Palace, only to be told that the queen was resting and not receiving visitors.The situation was already critical, yet the queen could still sleep?Wilhelmina didn't leave. She simply waited.Two hours later, a royal servant finally came with a message."Lady Wilhelmina, Her Majesty is awake. Please come inside to speak with her."Wilhelmina's purpose for coming was simple. She had no intention of hiding anything. After paying her respects to Wendy, she got straight to the point."Your Majesty, do you know that while you've been staying in the forbidden palace, Lady Rachel has been enjoying herself immensely? King George has been giving her the finest tributes from all over the kingdom."Forgive me for speaking out of turn, but even when you were carrying the royal heir, you never received this many rewards. And Lady Rachel just loves flaunting her favor. "She even takes the gifts His Majesty gives her and hands them out to others. If that's not showi
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'The great Vivian Rudock?'Before the masked man could even process his shock, his head was already rolling on the ground.Hearing the commotion, Conan quickly got up.Vivian.He had heard that name somewhere before.Not knowing whether the other party was friend or foe, Conan's first instinct was to flee. Suddenly, a chilling breeze swept past him. The next moment, an icy hand clamped around his throat.A woman's sultry yet ruthless voice sounded by his ear. "So, you're Henry's new apprentice?"Did she know his master? Conan remained cautious and didn't answer.The woman chuckled."Quite the tough one, huh? No worries. I've got plenty of time."Her long, talon-like fingers clutched the top of his head. With a sudden force, he felt as though the tendons in his skull were being yanked out. An excruciating pain shot through him.He clenched his jaw, refusing to utter a single cry for mercy.After fifteen minutes, the woman seemed to have grown tired of her game and finally le
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