Chapter 4 Margaery was surrounded by the previous life . chaos of voices , feeling as though she had returned to the day before her death in her She had finally found the evidence that proved Tessa wasn't a true member of the Wallen family , but the daughter of an enemy family . Tessa's purpose for entering the Wallen family was to bring ruin upon them and eventually take control of the entire Chancellor's estate . Fearing for Raul's and five brothers ' safety , Margaery rushed home to reveal the truth and warn them to be cautious . But instead of being met with gratitude , she was slapped by her third brother , Russell , who called her a vile , irredeemable person - toc wicked even to die peacefully . In the end , to protect Tessa , they killed her with their own hands . They declared that the Wallen family had no need for a daughter like her . On the day Tessa was kidnapped by bandits , there wasn't a hint of fear on her face . Instead , she seemed almost pleased . Because the kidnapping was part of her plan . It was all meant to silence Margaery , and in the end , Tessa gleefully told her that her brothers were willing to scatter her ashes for the sake of Tessa . As these memories resurfaced , Margaery couldn't help but smile coldly . She would certainly apologize to Tessa , but not in the way they expected . She would help Tessa rise to the top of the Sinderin City's elite , watching as those who once adored her were sent to their graves , and then send Tessa to hell . " What's this ? Are you not sincere in your apology , trying to brush things off ? " Russell's cruel voice rang in her ear . Avery looked at Margaery with a hint of sympathy in his eyes . But she had done wrong , and now she had to face the consequences . So he urged her , " Margaery , now that you understand , just apologize to Tessa properly . We're all family now ." Not a single person spoke up for Margaory . Even Raul stood by , silent and observing This was a hunt aimed solely at her , In her previous life , she had already endured this , only to be locked back in the firewood shed , left to nearly die before they finally released her . 1/5 Chapter 4 This time , she wouldn't fall into the same trap again . Amid the clamor , Margaery finally spoke . ingarry , Tessa . These past few days in the firewood shed , I've been thinking about that day , and it feels like my heart is being tom apart She sighed , resigned . " But Father has already said , there's no place for me to speak in this family . Next time , don't bring up decisions that have already been made by everyone , and don't go to dangerous places like the artificial mountain . " But no matter what , this time , it's all my fault . Please , Tessa , forgive me and don't hold it against me . " Her words were sincere , filled with regret . The room fell silent , everyone exchanging confused glances . " Margaery's words are curious . Why did Tessa go to the artificial mountain in such cold weather? If Tessa is so frail , why would she go to such a place to find Margaery ? " " It's odd , isn't it ? Tessa is supposed to be afraid of her , but why would she go alone to such a place ? " Considering the rumors that had already spread , it wasn't hard to guess : Margaery , heartbroken by the fact that Raul and the five young brothers of the Wallen family had made the decision to bring Tessa into the family without consulting her , had run to the artificial mountain , crying , throwing a tantrum , and even threatening suicide . Tessa , who could have easily gone home , still chose to go to her , flaunting her superiority . Wasn't that just twisting the knife in Margaery's heart ? So , whether she fell by accident or was pushed , wasn't it her own fault ? The people in the room , men and women alike , all came from prestigious families . Who didn't know the ugly truths behind closed doors ? The looks exchanged between them as they glanced at Tessa and Margaery became incredibly telling . Suddenly , someone asked Russell , " Lord Russell , you were the one who said Margaery pushed Tessa down the artificial mountain , right ? Did you see it happen ? " - " Russell hesitated , caught off guard . Before he could think of a response , someone quickly interrupted , " How could he have seen it ? That day , he was with me , attending class at Inkwell Academy ! " , " Lord Chancellor , isn't there any witness to this ? " asked Serena , the noble consort , from her seat of authority . Raul froze for a moment . " Tessa said … 2/5 Chapter & Tessa hadn't expected things to unfold this way . Seeing the skeptical expression on Raul's face , she immediately burst into " Father , although it was snowing heavily that day and there were hardly any people around , Margaery's maid , Paige , saw Tessa , weed that Paige Clemons might crack under the pressure and reveal everything , quickly backtracked . " But no matter what , I don't blame Margaery anymore . Let's just let this matter go . " I only want to get along with Margaery . I don't want to cause any more trouble in the family . " As he saw her tear - streaked face , Raul's lingering doubts melted away . He shot an angry look at Margaery . " You rebellious daughter ! You pushed her , and now you stand here making sarcastic remarks ! " Russell , still stung by his earlier embarrassment , was quick to escalate things . " Margaery , I know you're malicious , but i didn't expect you to be so smooth with your words ! " Who are you apologizing to ? If I didn't know better , I'd think you're the victim ! If you don't show some real sincerity today , I'll have Father throw you out of this family ! " " Margaery , I'm really disappointed in you , " Avery said , his brow furrowed . " You promised me you'd speak properly when you came here … " Tessa breathed a sigh of relief . She knew that as soon as she pretended to be pitiful , Raul and brothers would side with her . Their guilt was always the best weapon . Once she used it right , Margaery wouldn't stand a chance . Margaery calmly let them finish before turning her attention to Tessa . " You all are right . Just saying it isn't enough - it does seem insincere . " Margaery reached up and took off the ruby pendent around her neck . " To show my sincerity , I'm giving this to Tessa . May it protect you ." She then removed the warming gemstone from her wrist and the hairpin from her head , offering them all to Tessa . " These , too , I give to you , Tessa . I hope you'll forgive me . " The room fell into shocked silence . " Why is Margaery giving away such important items ? " " If I remember correctly , these were the gifts she received during her coming - of - age ceremony last year - from Lord Chancellor , Lord Avery and Lord Russell , right ? " "Well , there's sincerity now , but I wonder if Tessa will accept them Chapter 4 Tess for a moment . She had expected Margaery to try and make a scene , confirming the accusations of her mistreating her But Margaery was acting completely out of character , giving her such precious gifts instead . The gifts were certainly tempting . But as she looked at the items in Margaery's hands , they felt almost too hot to touch . She couldn't help but glance at Raul , Avery , and hussell . Raul's angry expression turned more serious at that moment . Avery's brow furrowed deeply , his expression dark . Russell's rage was practically palpable . He glared at Margaery , practically burning with fury . " Margaery ! " He thought , " How dare she take the hairpin I made for her with my own hands and offer it to someone else ?! Avery also spoke up , " Margaery , this isn't … " Margaery calmly interrupted him , " Actually , these three items were gifts from Father , Avery , and Russell at my coming - of- age ceremony . Today , I'm giving them to Tessa as an apology . Surely , you wouldn't begrudge her accepting them ? " Her eyes swept across the three men's faces . After all , these items had been taken back from her in her previous life and given to Tessa anyway . Since they were things she couldn't keep , it was better to get rid of them now . No need to dirty her hands with them . The room fell silent . Tessa instinctively turned to look at Raul . His face , which had been filled with rage , now appeared more solemn . Then she glanced at Avery , His words were stuck in his throat , his face filled with bitterness . As for Russell , he was practically seething with rage . His teeth clenched as he hissed , " Margaery , what do I care about these things ? If I'd known it would come to this , I would've fed that hairpin to the dog instead of giving it to you ! " " Perfect ! " Margaery said , a smile spreading across her face as she eagerly handed the items to Tessa . " Now , take them . " She stood there , watching her with expectation . Everyone turned to look at Tessa , but no one spoke . Tessa felt as if she were being roasted alive , cold sweat beading on her forehead . 4/5 Chapter 4 She felt that if she dared to accept the gifts , Russell would have no hesitation in cutting her hand off , The timing was all wrong . She couldn't take them . She pulled her hand back , shaking her head and lowering her gaze . " Margaery , these things are too valuable . They carry Father's as well as Avery and Russell ' affection for you . I can't accept them . " " But Father , Avery , and Russell are willing to give them to you , " Margaery replied , her voice full of sincerity . " And these are my gifts to you as an apology ." Margaery looked at her with pleading eyes . " If you don't accept them , as Russell said , I'll be kicked out of the Wallen family . Do you want to see me sent away ? " AD