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Chapter 161 After Eliza had fed Sophie a hefty dose of sleeping potion, she made sure to block her ears, eyes, and mouth, then securely bound her hands and feet before packing her up and tossing her into her pocket farm. Although Eliza really, really didn’t want Sophie to enter and dirty her pocket farm, … Read More “Than Your Daughter 161” »
Chapter 160 Eliza could not help but laugh. “I was on a long trip this time. It’s only natural that Mary would worry. And Sarah, if you ever go away, I’m sure Mary will worry about you too.” Mary, who was holding her hand and leading her forward, didn’t say anything. She simply repeated a … Read More “Than Your Daughter 160” »
Chapter 159 “Oh my.” “It’s raining.” “It’s really raining.” “The disaster is over.” “Father, Mother, did you see? The disaster is over.” The people inside and outside Plutonville were almost beside themselves with excitement, rushing out into the rain. They stood there, drenched, savoring the downpour they had long awaited for three whole months. “It’s … Read More “Than Your Daughter 159” »
Chapter 158 The crowd fell silent once again. Eliza stood on the high platform, unaffected by the voices rising from below. She remained composed throughout the ritual, and when it was time for the rain prayer, she was ready. Eliza slightly tilted her head back, gazing at the sky. She parted her lips, and a … Read More “Than Your Daughter 158” »
Chapter 157 After Eliza changed into her gown, with a white veil covering her face and draped over her head, she followed the maids as they guided her out. Jenson stood there, frozen, until Ross bumped into him. “Mr. Pearson, the Holy Lady has already left. What are you still doing standing here? Catch up … Read More “Than Your Daughter 157” »
Chapter 156 “Mr. Pearson, no need for such formalities. Please, rise,” Eliza said, surprised by Jenson’s sudden act of kneeling. She quickly reached out a hand, gesturing for him to stand. Once Jenson stood up, Eliza immediately asked the most pressing question. “Has the altar for the rain ritual been set up?” Jenson nodded eagerly. … Read More “Than Your Daughter 156” »
Chapter 155 As the party entered Plutonville, everyone immediately felt the intense heat wave hitting them. While the rest of the regions had already transitioned into the coolness of autumn, Plutonville still sweltered under the peak of summer, its heat unbearable. At this moment, the town had endured three months of drought, with not a … Read More “Than Your Daughter 155” »
Chapter 154 Whoosh! The arrow flew. Hundreds of feet away, Gilbert had no time to dodge. The arrow struck him square in the gut, punching clean through. Nolan lowered his bow with icy calm. “Bring him back. Alive.” “Yes, sir,” Ross replied, immediately setting off with the others. With the pursuit underway, Nolan turned and … Read More “Than Your Daughter 154” »
Chapter 153 The bandits from Onyxgrave Bastion had indeed disrupted Black Flag’s formation. Just as chaos broke out, Gilbert sent a few more assassins to keep Nolan occupied, then made a beeline for the carriage. He reached out, aiming to rescue Sophie. But the moment he got close, with a sharp clang, a sword came … Read More “Than Your Daughter 153” »
Chapter 152 Eliza figured maybe Mary really had forgotten, so she dropped the question. She wrapped the cloak around her shoulders and fastened it, just as dinner was ready. Ross came over, carrying two large plates stacked with food.“Your Highness, Holy Lady, dinner’s ready,” he called out cheerfully. Eliza quickly took her plate. It was … Read More “Than Your Daughter 152” »