The Wicked Wife's Dark History Keeps Coming Back To Haunt Her - Chapter 247
He had thought that pretending to scold his son would calm things down enough.
But far from forgiveness, Marquis Ulverni stood there awkwardly, seething at Ninaās threat to cut things off at the root.
With not only the Duchess but also Duke Bayern adding his fierce gaze, the situation could only feel burdensome.
Ash looked at Marquis Ulverni with a contemptuous gaze, as if he were nothing more than a trivial creature, and spoke.
āClear up the surroundings first.ā
The chaotic atmosphere needed to be brought under control quickly.
This was the first exhibition held under the name of House Bayern in his generation.
And more than anything, it was an event Nina had been eagerly awaiting.
Setting aside his personal feelings toward Henry, he didnāt want to disappoint Nina.
Today was his wifeās day.
āWe sincerely apologize for causing inconvenience during your visit. Please return to the exhibition hall.ā
After turning his gaze away from the staff who were efficiently ushering the guests back, Ash asked Nina,
āAre you alright?ā
The unpleasantness she had felt while dealing with the uninvited guests.
As if its aftertaste still lingered, Ninaās blue eyes were still burning coldly.
āIām fine. More importantly, Ianā¦ā
Ian shook his head.
āUncle, Iām fine too. Iām sorry for causing a disturbance. I wanted to handle it quietly, butā¦ā
At Ianās gaze, sunk unusually deep like an abyss, Ash clicked his tongue briefly.
āWhy are they so desperate to ruin someone elseās celebration.ā
Even if it was a family matter involving Count Azelot, it was still only a branch family.
He had thought that expelling Richard would put an end to it.
Once burned, animals instinctively become cautious afterward.
But had Marquis Ulverni learned nothing at all from experience?
Saint Hennige Academy was one of the most prestigious schools in the empire.
It was the best option available to children who wouldnāt become heirs.
Being expelled from Saint Hennige Academy alone was enough to say that half of Richardās future had already been blocked.
āā¦To think that you would pick another fight when you should be bowing flat and begging, should this be taken as staking even the householdās fate?ā
At the warning that this could escalate into a matter between houses, Marquis Ulverniās complexion turned ashen.
It was no different from saying that not only the Duchess but also the Duke wouldnāt let this pass.
At the clear declaration of intent not to forgive, Marquis Ulverni shouted as if thrashing about to seize his last chance.
āā¦An apology! Didnāt I say I came to apologize? Then how can you persecute us like this without even hearing the full circumstances!ā
At Marquis Ulverniās outcry, the guests who had been about to return to the exhibition hall turned their attention back this way.
If he were driven out like this, it would be the end.
A noble, in name at least, would try to stand by words spoken in public.
The Marquis continued in a loud voice, as if making sure everyone heard him.
āDuchess, my son is only eleven years old. To openly say youāll block the future of a child whoās only elevenā¦ are you saying this is such a grave matter that it warrants trampling on a childās bright future?ā
As people frowned and began to murmur, the Marquis smirked inwardly.
Duchess Bayern had recently been restoring her reputation.
Fame gained through charitable events and benevolent, altruistic conduct, earning praise from the imperial family.
If she were to persecute his son here, she would be left with a blemish that would be hard to erase.
If handled well, this matter could be smoothed over favorably.
Perhaps aware of the public gaze, both the Duchess and the Duke remained silent with stiff expressions.
Hope kindled, and Marquis Ulverni issued a veiled threat.
āDuchess, if you truly cherish your nephew, how about letting this end amicably here? Richard, you too, apologize once more, alright?ā
Richardās tear-soaked face crumpled like paper.
Why did he have to apologize.
And to Ian of all people, who put on a show of being good-natured in front of others yet was so narrow-minded with him over the past.
Having been scolded by his father and even brought to tears in front of everyone, Richardās pride wouldnāt allow an apology.
