" Yes , " Margaery couldn't be bothered to argue . She simply intended to walk past him and leave . Avery wasn't expecting such an answer , Reflexively , he reached out to stop her . " We grew up together , we both know we need to protect Tessa . She's been through so much … how could you be so cruel ? " But in his haste , he shoved her too hard , knocking her to the ground , She hit the floor hard , her already aching legs going numb from the impact . Yet a faint smile tugged at her lips . Avery froze , surprised by what had just happened . He hadn't meant to hurt her . He'd come in worried about her health , concerned that staying in the firewood shed so long might leave her sick , His intention had been to persuade her to apologize to Tessa to calm Raul's anger and get her out of there . Seeing the ironic look on Margaery's face , Avery felt a strange pang in his chest . She slowly pushed herself up , ignoring the pain , and took the medicine pot from his hand , stepping around him . " If that's what you think , then so be it . " An overwhelming sense of distance hung between them . Avery's heart sank , a vague sense of unease creeping in . He quickly followed her , trying to salvage the situation , his voice softening . " You've been pampered here for so long , while Tessa has suffered so much . You should show some understanding … " Margaery's eyes flickered slightly as she cut him off , her tone flat . " You're right . " Avery couldn't finish his sentence , His words stuck in his throat . He had never believed Margaery would push Tessa down the mountain . But the injury on Tessa's arm couldn't be faked , and even Margaery's maid had confirmed it was her doing . Now , Margaery herself had admitted it … Avery took a deep breath , feeling the need to reason with her . " Margaery , no one's perfect . If you truly regret your actions , I'll go to Father and beg him not to lock you up again … " Margaery didn't want to hear him spreading more false accusations . She turned to interrupt him , her voice cool . " Where is Tessa ? Avery's heart lifted . He hurriedly answered , " She's in Sunbeam Court . If you take the medicine to her and apologize , encouraging her to accept Father's care , then this whole thing will be over . " " I thought she was planning to leave the Wallen family and never return , which made Father furious . That's why you asked 1/4 23-36 weg , 20 Aug Chapter 2 me to go apologize and beg her to come back . " Margaery laughed bitterly . " So she's living in the best courtyard in the Chancellor's estate ! " Sunbeam Court had been built two years ago . When it was being constructed , Raul had said it had great light , a beautiful view , and was sheltered from the wind . After it was finished , he had suggested she move in . Margaery still remembered his words . " Margaery's health is fragile ; the autumn wind makes her allergies worse . Once it's ready , she can move in . Let's call it Blissom Hall , " But after it was finished , Margaery never set foot inside . Then Tessa arrived . Raul , overjoyed , had sent Tessa into Blissom Hall . The name " Blissom Hall " was replaced with " Sunbeam Court ," Now , Tessa lived there , while she was being asked to beg Tessa to accept Raul's care and not leave . Margaery laughed , but tears welled in her eyes . " Only because Lord Avery is kind - hearted that he goes to see her ! If it were up to me , someone as selfish as her should be taught a good lesson to make her remember . " " Yes , she's not even worthy to serve Lady Tessa . " " If Lady Tessa had lived here all these years , she would have been the most respected young lady in the Sinderin City . She would have been a hundred times better than Lady Margaery ! " Around her , whispers echoed , some praising one while putting down the other . Avery didn't like the tone of it . But then he thought he could use this as an opportunity to teach Margaery a lesson . " These rumors are a result of your own mistakes in the past . You really need to learn from this and be more careful moving forward . " Once Margaery truly repented , he would control the servants and stop them from gossiping . But what he didn't know was that all of this had been stirred up by Tessa . Margaery had nothing to do with it . Unfortunately , in the vast Chancellor's estate , no one was willing to believe Margaery anymore . Even her own maid had betrayed her , aligning herself with Tessa and giving false testimony on her behalf . These thoughts weighed heavily on Margaery's mind , but she still couldn't help but acknowledge his words . " You are right . She really should have learned her lesson by now . There was no point in holding onto people who didn't deserve it or 214 23:38 Wed , 20 Aug Chapter 2 chasing after those who no longer cared . It wasn't worth risking her life for people who had already cast her aside . Without another word , Margaery turned and walked straight toward Sunbeam Court . As she reached the door , she heard Tessa's crying voice . " Lord Chancellor, please , please let Lady Margaery out ! On such a cold day , she'll get sick . It's all my fault . I shouldn't have come back home . If I hadn't , there wouldn't be so much chaos in the house ! " I feel so guilty . Once she's recovered , I'll return to the countryside and live quietly . I only hope your family can all be happy together . " That would be enough for me . " Margaery paused at the door , a bitter smile tugging at her lips . It was no surprise . She could already imagine it : Raul would be furious upon hearing this and would undoubtedly take his anger out on her . She still remembered the first time Tessa came to the house , how timid and unsure she had seemed . No one had even paid attention to Tessa , but she had insisted on holding a pear and pulling Margaery aside , asking , " Lady Margaery , do … do I deserve a pear ? " Before Margaery could say anything , Raul was already furious , scolding her for not being considerate of Tessa , saying , " What do you mean ' deserve ' ? Everything in this house from now on belongs to Tessa . " And just like that , Margaery became the villain , the one who " bullied Tessa . That label had stuck , growing more and more exaggerated with each passing day . In the end , everyone believed it was she who had oppressed Tessa , making her live in fear and submission . But the truth was , Margaery hadn't cared about Tessa at first . The Chancellor's estate had more than enough to provide for all children . It didn't matter if there were ten daughters ; no one would lack anything . But Tessa's so - called " understanding " had caused her family to misunderstand her , to resent her , and to push her aside . All their attention and affection had shifted to Tessa . Step by step , Margaery had been pushed to the edge . And now , she simply didn't care anymore . She pushed open the door and stepped inside . Sure enough , Raul had already helped Tessa to her feet , holding her in his arms and comforting her . " Tessa , please don't think like that ! Even if we have to expel that rebellious daughter , I will never throw you out ! 1314 971 % 量 23:38 Wed , 20 Aug Chapter 2 " You've suffered so much these years . My heart aches for you ! " From now on , you can stay here in peace . Just tell me if you need anything . This house has no place for her to speak . " As soon as Raul finished speaking , he looked up and saw Margaery standing in the doorway , her fragile figure seeming as though it could be blown away by a gust of wind . For a moment , as he saw her so thin , a surge of pity filled his chest . He was about to say something when Tessa interrupted . "Lord Chancellor , please don't blame Lady Margaery anymore . It's all my fault . Lady Margaery must be upset because she's afraid I'll take your affection away . … I can understand her . " Raul's heart filled with both anger and pain . " After the way she treated you , you're still defending her ? " " But she's my sister . We didn't grow up together , but we share the same blood . We're still family , no matter what . " Tessa looked at Margaery , her eyes filled with a mix of hesitation , longing , and a touch of fear , as if she didn't dare to get too close . She tried to please her , " Lady Margaery , you don't need to apologize . I… I've already forgiven you . " Then , looking up at Raul , her eyes filled with admiration and unshed tears , she asked , " Lord Chancellor , please forgive Lady Margaery , won't you ? " AD