The Lady Nun Vows Revenge novel Chapter 22

Chapter 22

whe gard at the

or small orchid, her eyes indisused. The plant was in well cared for, clearly a result of medienbuds attendiar

dira noived that even the other onschils in the small co

“Why would Mother Mary plan so many onclids, yet choose the one she took

mat rate with to give to me? die wondered. Is it just because

she loves orchids, or is there something else.

Could it have something to do with my mother?”

The thought suddenly hither, and she was surprised by the idea he felt a deep urge to figure out what the conection between the Reverend her mother was, and what had really happened all those years ago

Clenching her teeth, Eliza called out to James ahead, “I and Gray, stop

Without besitation, the cattlage showed and came to a stop at the foot of Most Westin

Elira, still holding the orchid, got out of the carriage again.

She looked up at the winding road ahead, stretching all the way si to the chauds

“Lady Eliza, have you left something behind at the Numery? Jamies askril, dearly confusei).

Eliza shook her head “No, it’s not that. I just want to try one last time”

No matter what Mary’s reasons were, no matter how close she might have been to her mother, Eliza’s determination to break free from the Stonor family was unshakable—even if it meant risking her life,

“Lord Gray, would you mind bolding the orchid for me while I got Please wall here for my return” She handed the orchid to him with a smile that could light up the room. “This time, I’m sure I’ll make the Reverend agree;”

t quite understand her intentions. He was about to voice his concerns when he saw Eliza turn toward the Nummery perched atoge

At Bru, james didn’t e Mount Westin

Her delicate frame bem with grace, lowering itself in a reverent gesture before the mon

James froze, watching in astonishment as she bowed deeply, then stood, took it step, and bowed once more.

He said hastily. “Lady Eliza, what_what are you doing? How long do you plan on continuing this? The mountain is so steep, how could you possibily bear such a trial! Allow me to love Mmeone escort you half way up.

Els did not turn around. Her voice, calm and unwavering, Trached him with quiet determination. “There is no need to worry, I can endure this

She added with even greater resolve, “I the Reverend does not grant her approval, it is because I have not shown enough sincerity. I slull prove it through my action and make my intentions knowIL”

Her purpose was steadfast.

And so, Elira continued her ascent, each step deliberate and each bow a humble offering, as she made her way up the mountain with an unwavering devotion

By now, the sun had fully risen, and people began their pilgrimage up to the Numery for

prayen.

Among them were common folk making the climb on foot, alongside nobles arriving in carriages

When they saw Eliza bowing by the side of the mail, their gures were inevitably drawn to her.

Those who did

recognize her increly cast curious glances. But others, upon recognizing her face, imaneiliately knew who she was “Tami that Lady Eliza from the Duke’s estate?”

“She seems to be ascending the mountain with such reverence?”

Has she lost her senses? If she continues like this, her body will not withstand the strain What could possibly drive her to such lengtha

The onlookers were, for the most part, shocked by her actions.

At that moibent, a voler sneered in disdain. “What is seeking wager she’s merely putting on a a

on a show, trying to garner pity from us with this

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Upon hearing those words, many in the crowd immediately nodded in agreement

“Must be true. Eliza was just publicly rejected by Lord Caleb yesterday, and now she’s here at Mount Westin making a scene, someone said.

Another chimed in. “She probably found out we were c

out we were coming here today.

y and stageil this whole act to get our attention.

As luck would have it, the ones talking were young nobles closely associated with Caleb,

They had originally planned to lake Mount Westih with him, but Caleb had been grounded by his father after humiliating the Duke’s family during yesterday’s public breakup. Now only his friends remained.

Eliza noticed them laut chose to ignore them. Even if Caleb himself had shown up, it wouldn’t have stopped her.

Fueled by loyalty to Caleb, the nobles abandoned their hike and stood by the path, watching Eliza crawl and pray her way up

p the mountain

At first, they sherred and mocked her. But as time dragged on–fifteen minutes, an hour, then most of the day–Eliza still didn’t stop.

The worst part was the wounds on her back. At first, they were line, but each prostration slowly split the injuries open. Blood seeped through bandages, staining her clothes crimson.

By the time she reached the mountaintop, she was drenched in red, pale as death, staggering with every step

The crowd gradually fell silent, following her all the way to Saint Grace Nunnery’s gates. Confusion etched their faces.

They thought, What kind of sympathy play is this? Where did those injuries come from? Why would this scheming, hated woman go to such

To go this far for Caleb…” he muttered. “Eliza may be calculating, but she’s certainly devoted”

Eliza remained oblivious to the twisted interpretations of her actions. Half–conscious and swaying on her feet, she barely registered the figures rushing from Saint Grace Nunnery’s gates until Mary caught her collapsing body.

Mary’s breath hitched as she pressed a palm to Eliza’s forehead, and her expression darkened. Eliza was burning up–she’d had a fever this whole time and hadn’t said a word.

But before she could take a step, James suddenly blocked her path. He had been watching everything unfald,

“Well, you haven’t answered Lady Eliza’s question yet,” he said calmly, “Why not give her a clear answer now? That way, I can report back to the

Jarnes didn’t back down. “She’s gone through all thin–surely she deserves to hear the final answer.

Nunnery, no one would be able to

Eliza slept for an entire day and night. When she finally woke up, it was already the next afternoon. She looked around. She was still in Saint Grace Nunnery