The Swordswoman's Revenge Story after Rebirth

Chapter 291 The Iron Box

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Two days before Ashley was scheduled to enter the palace, news suddenly arrived from the palace that the

Queen Dowager was unwell. The King issued an edict postponing Ashley's entry into the palace. The edict did

not specify a new date.

For Ashley, this was a bolt from the blue.

What did the Queen Dowager’s illness have to do with her entry into the palace?

The date had been set long ago. How could it be postponed just because the Queen Dowager was unwell?

Ashley was furious, but she had no choice but to obediently accept the edict.

She would have to stay at the Valen residence for a while longer, and it was even possible that she would still be

there when Isolde married into the family. Anxious and worried, she thought of asking Pablo to go to the palace

and inquire about the situation.

But Pablo was busy, leaving early and returning late. She rarely saw him, and it would be inappropriate to seek

him out late at night.

Aside from Pablo, the only person in the Valen residence who could see the King was Oliver.

Reluctantly, she swallowed her pride and went to Oliver for help.

Oliver was busy with his wedding preparations. When he heard her request, he frowned, “How can | ask about

this? Since it’s said that the Queen Dowager is unwell, once she recovers, you can enter the palace, right?”

-Ashley replied, “The edict didn’t specify a new date. Moreover, since I'm staying at the Valen residence, the

palace was supposed to send a maid to serve and guide me. Before the postponement, no one came. So, | have

no choice but to trouble you. | hope you can helpwith this. | will repay you in the future.”

Oliver looked at her, utterly baffled. After the incident where she had deliberately hugged him in front of Isolde,

how could she still have the audacity to cand ask him for help?

Did she have no sense of shame?

Oliver spread his hands, “I'm sorry, | can’t help you. You'll have to ask someone else. It's not appropriate for me

to inquire the King about this.”

“Even if you don’t ask the King, you could at least find out what illness the Queen Dowager has,” Ashley pressed,

growing desperate. She had no way out. If the King didn’t accept her after she had volunteered to enter the

palace, her reputation would be ruined. She wouldn't be able to find a powerful ally in Argentum.

She couldn't bear to let her life pass by in vain. Otherwise, she wouldn't have helped Kamari in his bid for the

throne.

“I'm sorry, but | can’t help you,” Oliver said, not wanting to continue the conversation. He called for Hazel to

escort her out.

Hazel stepped forward and bowed, “Ashley, please.”

Oliver's expression changed. He waved his hand, signaling Hazel to step back.

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“Ashley, please sit,” Oliver said, his attitude shifting.

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It was true. He did have an iron box, but no matter how much he hacked at it with swords or axes, he couldn't

open it.

The box had a lock, and he had tried many keys, but none worked.

He knew there must be important secrets inside, but until he could open it, he hadn't presented it to the King.

Ashley sat down, her demeanor haughty, “I can open the box for you, but you must ensure that | can enter the

palace smoothly.”

Oliver smiled faintly, “I can’t guarantee anything. | can only try to find out more for you,”

Ashley looked at him and said, “You can guarantee it. | know you have influence with the King, and | know the

Queen Dowager holds Isolde in high regard. The contents of that box are enough to bring you glory for half your

life.”

Oliver scoffed, “My glory, I'll earn it myself.”

“There's no need to be hypocritical with me. People have desires, and people are selfish. | understand

completely. You're living under someone else’s roof. The title of Marquis of Valen will never be yours. No matter

how much more outstanding you are than William, he is the heir to this household. In the future, he will inherit

the title. You can strive for success, but you have to consider how long it will take you to achieve what William

already has.”

As Ashley spoke, she was momentarily stunned.

Slowly, her thoughts began to shift.

That iron box was indeed in his possession. She had only made a bold guess earlier, but it could truly change

someone's life. But why shouldn’t she use it to change her own life?

If she was the one who gave this iron box to the King, she would be the number one contributor.

Traitors were despised by all, and the King surely harbored a deep hatred for them. These people were hiding in

the shadows, not yet exposed. The King didn’t know who they were, but the thought must be a constant thorn in

his side.

If she could help the King remove this thorn, she would be the contributor.

Her mind raced, and her eyes darted quickly. Oliver watched her and suddenly said, “Forget it. I'll figure out how

to open the box myself. | can’t help you with your request, Ashley. Please leave.”

Ashley knew he had grown suspicious. Oliver was sharper than she had anticipated. No wonder he had beca

general at such a young age.

But it was also possible that her earlier words had struck a nerve.

If he was smart, that was even better. He would understand what was most useful to him.

And she couldn't appear too eager, or it would only heighten his wariness.

With that in mind, she stood up and said, “Since you are unwilling, there's nothing | can do. But if you change

your mind, cfind me. | can open the box for you at any time.”

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Oliver's expression was calm, “Alright.”

The box had to be opened, but he needed to gauge Ashley's intentions.

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As Isolde had said, this woman was too cunning. If he wasn’t careful, she might turn the tables on him. He had

clearly seen the cunning glint in her eyes just now.

After seeing Ashley out, Oliver thought for a moment and then decided to visit the Langley residence.

Originally, Ehad said that the two of them shouldn't meet these days, as the wedding was approaching

When Oliver arrived at the Langley residence, he first sought out Eand said, “I have urgent matters today,

so | can’t follow those rules.”

Elooked at his serious expression and smiled, “I was just saying. You don’t have to follow it so strictly. Just

don’t meet in the three days before the wedding.”

“Alright, I'll leave as soon as | finish discussing the urgent matter,” Oliver said seriously.

“Go ahead, she’s in the room embroidering,” Esaid.

Embroidering? Can she really do that? Oliver was curious.

When he entered the house, he saw that she was indeed embroidering with her head lowered. She was very

skilled with each needle and thread, but the pattern was a little strange. Was she embroidering the head of a

mandarin duck?

Isolde heard footsteps and looked up. Seeing it was him, she quickly put down her work, looking slightly

embarrassed, “Just passing the time.”

“What are you embroidering? It looks... interesting,” Oliver asked.

“Eggs!” Hattie cin and answered for her.

“Eggs?”

“Egave her the task of embroidering ten eggs today, to be cooked tonight.”

Hattie spoke so seriously, as if it were true, that Oliver was momentarily stunned, “Embroidered eggs can be

cooked? Is Ea goddess?”

“An old witch!” Hattie glanced outside and covered her mouth, giggling.

Isolde laughed, “Watch your tongue, or | won't save you when you get scolded later.”

“Esme’s old and hard of hearing. Even if she were standing behind me, she wouldn't hear what I'm saying,”

Hattie said proudly.

Oliver and Isolde looked at her with pity, as well as at the tightly drawn face that had suddenly appea.cd

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