The Rise Of The Unwanted Girl (Athena) novel Chapter 95

Chapter 95

When Athena looked at him with those cold, piercing eyes, he instinctively took a step back in panic

But he was the assistant in the Justice Ministry, a man seasoned by the grind of officialdom. In just a split second, ha concealed the panic in his eyes.

With a flick of his long sleeve, Nicolas gave a cold snort. “Utter nonsense”

He rarely lost composure like this. The always composed and self–restrained heir to the family had shown a moment of panic, all because of a single remark from Athena. It was fleeting, but she caught it

Athena suddenly smiled. “Looks like I was right.”

She hadn’t been certain just moments ago, but now she was

Nicolas must be entangled in some deeply troublesome matter that required a huge sum of money to resolve. Otherwise, the dignified duke’s estat wouldn’t be scraping together money like this. The family had a century of heritage. They shouldn’t collapse soly.

But now they were setting their sights on her dowry, clearly at the end of their rope

That being the case, she had all the more reason to protect her grandmother’s dowry rights. The fate of the others had nothing to do with her,

The smile on Athena’s face made Nicolas’s spine go cold, but he forced himself to remain calm. “Stop spreading your poisonous words. I only stood up for Willow because I couldn’t stand seeing you bully her”

He made it sound noble and self–righteous. Willow looked at him with teary gratitude, her voice choked. “Nicolas..”

Her voice was choked with emotion, and her eyes were red from crying.

Nicolas gently patted her head “Don’t be afraid, I’m here.”

Athena couldn’t be bothered to watch their tearful sibling performance. As long as she stood here, no one would dare touch her grandmother’s property.

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At that moment, there was a commotion outside the courtyard.

Henry entered with rage. As soon as Eloise saw him, it was like seeing her savior.

Willow cried out weakly, “Father.”

Seeing her red, swollen eyes and pitiful expression made his heart ache. Henry gave her a nod and strode in with a heavy face.

Athena stood at the entrance. She greeted coolly, “Your Highness”

Henry’s expression darkened even more. He had completely lost all hope in this daughter.

His stern gare swept over Athena. She stood with a respectful posture, showing not even a hint of fear. When he stopped in front of her, she even dared to

meet his eyes.

It was clear she didn’t take him seriously.

Henry took a deep breath and bowed toward the room “Greeting, Mother”

Athena stepped aside to let him pass.

Soon, the sound of footsteps came from inside.

Gwen stepped out from the inner chamber. She glanced at Athena, her gaze filled with approval

Chapter 95

She had heard everything said outside, Athena was hold, wise, and calm, Hererce protection of Margest showed that her action was not misplaced.

But when Gwen turned her eyes to Henry, the warmth vanished.

With a sigh, she scolded him, “Lady Margaret has only just recovered, and now you come making a scene, driving to threaten a hunger strikes this your idea of filial piety?“.

Henry lowered his head further.

He respectfully said toward the room, “I would not dare.”

Having said this, Gwen turned to leave. But Henry stopped her. “You are right. It was all the fault of my wife and children. I failed to discipline them, I will have them apologize to Mother right now.”

Willow naturally didn’t care remain standing and knelt beside her mother with a pitiful look, tears flowing nonstop in a heartbreaking display

Though the three knelt, their minds were full of chaos.

Eloise felt aggrieved and dabbed at her tears nonstop.

Nicolas, though outwardly composed, was starting to panic. He was used to controlling every situation, things had slipped so far from his grasp

His gaze fell on Athena, and his heart trembled. It felt like everything had changed since she returned.

Not long after, she came back out. “Your Highness, you may enter ”

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