Reborn I Refuse To Save The Traitors (Margaery) novel Chapter 106

**TITLE: Whispers Shape Distant Tomorrows by Aren Cole Vale**

**Chapter 106: Dominic, This Is Understandable**

Sonia’s body went rigid as the realization washed over her. “It seems… after she left yesterday, she hasn’t returned?” Her voice wavered slightly, uncertainty creeping in as she reflected on the absence of the midwife today. The unsettling thought gnawed at her.

“I want to see Prince Callum.” The moment Tessa uttered those words, a wave of unease washed over Sonia. She could feel the tension in the air thickening, almost palpable.

Sonia’s brow knitted in concentration. After a moment of contemplation, she replied, “Just a moment, let me send someone to convey your message. It might take a little while.” There was a sense of urgency in her tone, yet she knew she had to venture out and search for the midwife, who seemed to have vanished.

With a heavy heart, Tessa sank into a chair, her fingers nervously intertwining as she stared out at the snow-covered street. The world outside seemed so distant, yet her mind was racing with thoughts about what she would say when she finally met Callum.

Today’s visit was not solely about her failed attempts to push Margaery away; there was a deeper motive at play—she desperately sought to win Callum’s favor.

In the past, the mere thought of Callum had been daunting. She had always felt unworthy, afraid that any misstep might offend him. At best, she thought, she could settle for a life with Dominic, and that would be a decent existence as the mistress of the Hadley family.

But now, with her back against the wall, she felt compelled to take a risk. Tessa inhaled deeply, her determination hardening as she clenched her fists.

Meanwhile, Joshua found himself unable to resist the pull of Sunbeam Court, his emotions a tangled mess. Tessa was his younger sister, yet his thoughts were clouded with confusion and longing. The more he tried to suppress those feelings, the more they threatened to overwhelm him.

He was acutely aware of the need to protect Margaery, and a part of him even suspected that Tessa had played the innocent victim, framing her sister in a way that made her seem less than she was. Yet, despite all of this, he could not bring himself to distance himself from Tessa. The image of her fragile, captivating face haunted him, drawing him closer against his better judgment.

As he approached the entrance of Sunbeam Court, he was unexpectedly intercepted by Sarah. “Sir, Lady Tessa has been suffering from stomach pain all night and has been unable to sleep. She just had some hot soup and is resting. If it’s not urgent, please refrain from disturbing her.”

Joshua blinked, momentarily taken aback. “Oh, I see. That’s unfortunate,” he murmured, the weight of concern settling heavily on his shoulders.

With a resigned sigh, he turned and made his way toward Gracewind Garden. He needed to smooth things over with Margaery, to coax her into willingly sharing the prescription needed to alleviate Tessa’s suffering; he could not bear to witness her torment day after day.

He understood Tessa’s desire to assert herself against Margaery. Her childhood had been fraught with hardship, and after finally returning to the Chancellor’s estate, she was fiercely protective of her family, terrified that Margaery would usurp their love and attention.

After all, Margaery had already taken sixteen years of joy from her life.

This realization filled Joshua with resentment toward Margaery once more. If it weren’t for her, Tessa wouldn’t be in this predicament. If that midwife hadn’t switched Tessa at birth, she wouldn’t have endured so many years of pain and loss.

A heavy heart weighed on Joshua as he entered the main gate of Gracewind Garden, his mind swirling with thoughts of retribution against Margaery.

Upon stepping inside, he was taken aback to find Dominic kneeling in the courtyard, his posture a testament to his frustration. From within, Dashnell’s voice floated out, calm and reassuring. “Prince Bernard’s medicine is proving effective; the wound is healing swiftly. I’ll apply a bit more today and utilize the remaining dosage.”

If one were to only hear Dashnell’s voice, they might envision a gentle, refined gentleman. However, the reality was far more complex.

Joshua shook off his surprise and approached Dominic, lowering his voice. “What’s happening inside? Why are you kneeling again?”

Dominic’s anger bubbled beneath the surface, making his words come out in a strained whisper. “It’s all Tessa’s fault,” he grumbled. “She accused Margaery of the rockery incident, and we all defended her. Now we’re stuck trying to make amends, forced to apologize to prove our sincerity.”

He cast a sideways glance at Joshua. “I never expected this from her. Tessa seems so delicate, yet she has this side to her!”

“Dominic, it’s understandable,” Joshua replied, his expression a mix of bitterness and concern. No matter the circumstances, Tessa was still his sister.

She had endured so much outside, and now that she had returned, wanting to push Margaery away—the one who had taken her place—was a natural instinct.

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