Reborn I Refuse To Save The Traitors (Margaery) novel Chapter 114

**TITLE: Whispers Shape Distant Tomorrows by Aren Cole Vale**
**Chapter 114: Dominic Loses Himself In Triumph**

Amber’s heart weighed heavily with an unshakeable anxiety. The thought of Margaery facing a desolate future alone sent shivers down her spine. If only Russell could reconsider his stance, at least Margaery would have someone to lean on in these tumultuous times.

After all, what a woman truly needed was the unwavering support of her family. If Margaery were to leave the Chancellor’s estate, she would be utterly isolated, with only Amber by her side, a friend who was still a stranger to the harsh realities that lay ahead. The prospect of those lonely days filled Amber with dread and uncertainty.

Margaery, perceptive as ever, sensed the tumult of emotions swirling within Amber. She cast a sidelong glance at her friend, her expression calm yet devoid of warmth. “You must understand, Amber,” she said softly, “things are not as straightforward as they may seem. Here, the moment you hesitate and glance back, there is no turning back.

“Our lives in this place won’t be any better than what awaits us outside. Out there, life may be harsh, but here… here we face death.

“You’ve witnessed it firsthand. The Wallen family is as capricious as the wind. Today, they may shower us with kindness, but tomorrow? Tomorrow, they could just as easily turn against us, depending on how the winds of fortune blow.”

A wave of nostalgia washed over Margaery as she reflected on her past life, and a heaviness settled in her chest.

To Amber, Russell was merely a man who had once spread malicious rumors and taken sides to inflict pain upon Margaery.

But to Margaery, Russell was one of her executioners, the very architect who had cast her into the icy depths of that pond, robbing her of innocence and hope.

Her connection to the Wallen family had already been severed in her previous life, and this time, she vowed never to look back, regardless of the circumstances.

Taking a deep breath, Margaery said firmly, “You need to rest.”

The intrigues of the Wallen family were trivial in comparison to the annulment of her engagement that awaited her tomorrow.

She could hardly contain her anticipation at the thought of witnessing the expressions of the Hadley family, who had once torn her marriage contract to shreds and humiliated her in front of everyone. What priceless looks of shock and disbelief would they display tomorrow?

This day had been a long time coming, and she had waited far too long for it!

The night had deepened, casting a blanket of darkness over the land.

Meanwhile, the Hadley residence was a flurry of activity, adorned with bright decorations in preparation for Sophia’s birthday celebration the following day.

This party was not merely a festivity; it served as Marcus’s strategic maneuver to win over influential court officials and forge alliances for his personal gain. Every detail was meticulously orchestrated, especially now that tensions had flared with the Wallen family.

In the dimly lit room, the patriarch Tristan, along with Sophia, Seamus, Yvette, and Dominic were present, surrounded by several capable illegitimate sons and collateral relatives.

The atmosphere was thick with tension.

Seamus broke the silence first, his voice laced with irritation. “How has the Wallen family been faring lately?”

His gaze fell upon Dominic, whose expression was shadowed with concern. “I honestly did not anticipate such a plethora of complications to arise at this critical juncture. Has Raul truly squandered all these years in the court? How could he fail to manage his own household?”

Resentment bubbled within him as he contemplated the recent turmoil surrounding the Wallen family.

Beside him, Yvette, whose family was at the center of the discussion, felt a wave of embarrassment wash over her. “The Chancellor is preoccupied with state matters. How could he possibly oversee everything?

“After all, he is a man, and it’s entirely reasonable for him to be oblivious to domestic affairs. Who could have foreseen that such significant issues would emerge?”

Ever since Raul had ascended to the position of Chancellor, the Wallen family had collectively decided that addressing him by his official title was far more dignified than acknowledging their blood ties. Even Yvette refrained from calling him her brother.

Thus, Dominic, too, referred to Raul as Lord Raul or Lord Chancellor.

Yet, the bond of blood was a powerful force. Yvette recognized that her authority within the Hadley family hinged on having a brother in such a prestigious position, compelling her to defend him. But as thoughts of Margaery crossed her mind, anger flared within her. “Margaery has displayed a complete lack of propriety. She’s unmarried yet entangled with men outside. All that talk of seniority and junior status was utterly disgraceful.” Her eyes narrowed as she glared at Dominic. “And you! It was bad enough to have a secret affair with Tessa, but you let it become public knowledge. The fools in your uncle’s family orchestrated a scheme, and you simply went along with it?

“Going along with it was one thing, but now everyone knows, and you’ve only succeeded in harming yourself.”

What irked her most was the incident at Pero Cela, where they had attempted to drug Margaery. They had gone for wool and returned shorn. Now, not only had the Wallen family been disgraced, but the Hadley family bore the shame as well.

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