The Return of the Female Knight

CHAPTER 59

"You will do something for me in exchange for my secrecy. ”

Wrinkles on Stella's face.

"First, you have to explain how you know this. I need to know if you've spread it to anyone else. ”

"If I did, wouldn't you know?"

Stella pursed her lips at Elena's question. His son was raised by a nanny as an adopted child. Until his biological father appears in the future, this fact cannot be revealed. Elena continued.

“I can't explain how I found out about this because of circumstances. But if you help me, I'll keep quiet until the end. ”

Stella continued to look reluctant, but in the end it was a fight she was forced to lose.

"… What's the point?"

Elena handed over some of the documents she brought to Stella. They were a collection of information about Helen. Slowly Stella read the newspaper as Elena spoke.

“Please spread rumors based on information here. ”

"…?"

“For a long time, Lady Selby envied me. This time, she loses the title Madonna at the party and is determined to get revenge. He's good at lying. And…"

As Elena continued, Stella's eyes grew bigger, and she spoke in disbelief.

"You're asking me to spread false rumors?"

"Why do you think this is a false rumor?"

Stella lost her words for a moment. Elena continued, her expression cold.

“It doesn't matter what's right in society. After all, isn't what matters most is the story that remains in the end? ”

Elena had no intention of explaining her misfortune in detail. Immoral people do not reveal the truth. In society, truth is made by the strong.

It's the same now. Stella would never be in her position if she revealed the truth, and that was also the reason why she was here before Elena. Elena had learned an important lesson as a female knight in her last life.

'A man without power cannot change anything. Truth does not always serve everyone. '

In his last life Blaises was framed, and eventually his entire family was destroyed. He dreamed of revenge until his death, but he died before he could take Paveluc's head. His life did not go his way. In the end, anger and justice made no difference, and soon he realized there were other methods that were cleaner and more reliable.

Stella, who had shown a calm demeanor so far, laughed out loud for the first time.

"Ho ho ho— ho<TAG1>"

His sudden explosion caused Elena to look at him in surprise. Stella did not bother to hold back her excitement, and she immediately continued amusedly.

"I think you're too young, but you have a good understanding of how heartless society is. You are right . What is right doesn't matter. What we do is real. ”

"Then do we have a deal?"

After a small pause, Stella nodded.

"All right, I'll help you. It's not too difficult for me. ”

"Thank you . ”

“It's too early to thank me. Just one warning. If you do not keep your word and reveal my secret, you will regret it. ”

"Is that a threat?"

"Just like you did, Madam, yes. You think you can order me around by digging up secrets? Let me clarify this – you can't. ”

Elena nodded in agreement. Stella's current position was different from Elena's, who was still a newcomer from the south. There's only one deal. Elena knows the truth. If she tried to blackmail Stella further with this weakness, Stella would retaliate in a way Elena did not expect.

"Flower Society" is a title that can only be obtained if someone is beautiful. By contrast, Stella's reputation as one of the most powerful women in society was the culmination of a bitter power play with other nobles. Such a woman could never be manipulated so easily. Stella probably did a thorough survey of Elena before she got here. From what Elena heard in the future, the Countess was a formidable foe that could not be easily ignored.

'In his last life .. didn't he kill himself?'

Elena looked at Stella who was sitting in front of her. Stella today is a dignified woman. He's smart and smart, and if there's a flaw in his life, it's because he's met the wrong guy. The father of his secret son, in other words, was a lowly man. He deals with gamblers, drunks, and even drug users. No one knew how a noble woman and a lowly man were involved before marriage.

'But ... There is something else surprising about that. '

When Stella's hidden secret is revealed, she confesses all her past sins and chooses to commit suicide, fearing the gossip will harm Viviana's family.

It was a surprising decision. However, after her death, her husband Count Viviana was completely destroyed. She loved him wholeheartedly and could not be swayed by the facts. Later, Stella's hidden son grows up and wreaks a spectacular revenge against Count Viviana.

About Stella …

Although she chose to commit suicide, she was completely loved by her husband and her hidden son. It was a tragic story in many ways, and later became a very popular love story in social circles. It is the story of Prince Viviana, a nobleman who loves his wife in a society where love marriages are rare, before her loss by suicide.

"Why are you looking at me like that?"

Elena shook her head.

"…Nothing . ”

It was unknown to Elena whether the story would be repeated in this life or if another story would be revealed. But he can promise at least one thing.

“I will keep my promise. If you do this one thing, I'll never tell anyone about you. ”

"I'll trust you for now .. Well, I'm not a big believer either. ”

Stella smiled wryly. Maybe he'll keep an eye on Elena in the future. Anyone who knows the secret cannot be left alone.

"I pray he doesn't try to kill me. '

“Now, let me explain in detail what I want. ”

It didn't take long for Elena to tell Stella about her plan, and soon she returned to the mansion. Now all that's left is to attend the party and face Helen's evil rumors.

Elena opened the door to her room. Most of the servants were now sleeping, except for Michael who was waiting for him in the doorway. But he felt the presence of others in the room.

'It's too early for the Countess to hire an assassin …'

Elena entered the dark room, wary of her unknown opponent. He turned on the lights and looked around.

It's Kuhn. He was a little surprised by his unexpected visit.

"What are you doing here?"

Kuhn usually doesn't come unless she ties a red handkerchief to the window. It was the first time she had arrived before him even though she had not called him.

"The general wants to see you. ”

"I?"

The sudden suggestion surprised him. Of course they can contact each other at any time for business matters, but there is something unusual about how Kuhn has waited so long at the end of this hour.

"Well, it's okay. Now either?"

"No . The general is far away now, but he will come to the capital in three days. ”

Three days . He had no time for her at that time. It was the day of the party where she was going to face Helen.

"I'm sorry, but please tell her that I already have something scheduled for that day. ”

"I'll get your message across, but I don't think you'll get an answer. He could not be immediately contacted at this time.

He had heard that Carlisle was far away from the capital, and wondered what he was planning. He could ask Kuhn, but thought more about the effort. He will probably say, “You should ask the General directly. ”

Elena wanted to finish this conversation immediately. She had a night of being unable to sleep due to the rumors, and was also exhausted after her encounter with Stella.

"Tell me as soon as he gets back, and we'll reschedule our meeting. ”

"…I understand . ”

Kuhn looked a little retracted, but there was nothing more to say as she could not immediately contact Carlisle. Finally, he said a short goodbye, saying it was too late.

"Good night, Madam. ”

"You too . Be careful . ”

As usual, Kuhn disappeared soundlessly into the darkness. After watching the scene for a moment, he prepared to go to sleep.

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The day of battle has finally arrived. Elena stood in front of the mirror wearing an elegant dress as Mirabelle looked on proudly.

“Hehe, I did it myself, but it was perfect for my brother. ”

"Thank you for your attention . We really need your strength today. ”

"Why? What's going on?"

Mirabelle, who was a little involved in social gossip, was completely unaware about the rumors spreading about Elena. Seeing her brother's curious appearance, Elena smiled.

"Nothing . I was chosen as Madonna at the party and it would be ridiculous if I attended another party in a shabby dress. ”

"Oh sure! Aye!"

Mirabelle's innocent smile filled Elena with indescribable energy. It's all to protect his family. To maintain this happiness, Elena would walk along the thorny path in the future. Elena slipped her hand on Mirabelle's slender shoulder and spoke in a low voice.

“May I be lucky, Brother. ”

"Yes, cheery!"

With Mirabelle's strong support behind her, Elena smiled and closed her eyes. He will not let slander lie down. Elena has a family to protect. There is no time to doubt.

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This was his first social event after the party. Although she was dressed just as beautifully as that, her gaze was different from that night.

Kkiigg–

Once he opened the door and entered the banquet hall, he could feel the disgusting gazes of everyone all over his body. Although Stella had already started spreading rumors about Helen, the abuse about Elena was much more intense. He felt self-conscious by the men's disturbing gazes, but he kept his head up.

In the center of the hall was the largest crowd, including the two familiar faces of Elena. Helen and Sophie. Elena had two plans, as she was not sure if they would attend or not, but she wanted to be happy dealing with Helen personally.

Next to Helen was Sophie who told the crowd aloud.

"… so I went to Lady Elena's room, and there was a man there!"

Sptigot, ttogag.

As Elena walked towards Sophie, the eyes of the nobles turned towards her. As Elena stood in the limelight, Helen noticed and raised the corner of her mouth. Then he put his finger to his nose and said,

"Oh, isn't that the smell of a washcloth?"