Chapter 1 After serving five years in prison , Silvia Winstons first action upon being released was to make an appointment for a sea burial . Winston , this was the sea burial service you had booked . After your death , your body would be taken by us to Flodino for a sea burial . You needed to pay a deposit first , and the remaining amount should be settled within two weeks . Silvia nodded and took out a plastic bag from her washed out jeans . She counted the bills and coins she had saved for a long time in prison , and then clumsily paid the down payment . She was diagnosed with cancer in prison , and now it is in the advanced stage . It is estimated that she only has one month left to live . She still remembered many years ago when she and Zachary Aldrich had made a promise to each other to have their wedding in Flodino , with all the gods of Flodino as witnesses to their unwavering love . The promise of marriage , which is no longer possible to fulfill now , let her rest in that pure land , it can be considered as a kind of consolation . The cost of a sea burial was not low . After leaving the institution , in order to pay off the remaining balance , she went to the Cat Club to apply for a job as a waitress . She had a criminal record and couldnt find a decent job . The Cat Club , however , was a notorious high rolling ment in Desamara , where waitresses could earn a decent wage . After being given some instructions by the person who came , she was directly given a uniform and was asked to start working that same evening . After a brief training , she took the wine and entered the nearby VIP box . The lights in the private room were dim . Many scions and socialites were playing games . She lowered her head and squatted by the coffee table , gently placing the wine bottle back in its place . She was about to turn and leave when the most familiar cold voice suddenly came from nearby . Her body stiffened , and she instantly froze in place from a distance ! Sure enough , sitting on the high end sofa , Zachary was surrounded by a group of people , his cold and stern eyes appearing particularly noble and aloof under the shifting lights . After five years , his appearance hadnt changed at all , except for a slight air of keeping others at a distance . Chapter 1 1/6 She couldnt help but take a second look , only to notice that he was also embracing another woman , and that woman happened to be her best friend , Rebecca Deross . The two of them seemed to be discussing the matter of getting married . The wedding was held in the seaside church , as you liked , with pink roses spread all over the beach . If you dont like the wedding dress designed by the previous designer , I will arrange for someone to redo it according to your preferences . Silvia listened to that familiar voice , and her thoughts unconsciously drifted back . Five years ago , she was so close to becoming Zacharys bride . The two of them were childhood sweethearts and grew up together . Silvias parents passed away unexpectedly , and it was Zachary who accompanied her through those difficult years . She went to school and he rode a bicycle to take her . When she was bullied , he stood up for her . When she had her first period , he blushed and went to buy sanitary pads for her . Afterwards , the two of them naturally fell in love and took steps towards entering the realm of marriage . However , on the eve of their wedding , she accidentally hit and killed Zacharys mother , Elaine Aldrich , while driving . She could never forget that night , Zacharys eyes were stained red with blood . He drove her into a corner like a madman , questioning her relentlessly about why she did it and if she had any ulterior motives . Silvia had never felt so desperate before . She looked up and smiled , saying , Theres no secret , it was because she saw me sleeping with another man and threatened to tell you . In a fit of anger , I could only drive and run her over . She would never forget the look in Zacharys eyes at that moment . Anger , hatred , and disappointment intertwined , like an impenetrable web , completely ensnaring her , almost suffocating her . In the end , Zachary personally sent her to jail . During her five years in prison , she often reminisced and wondered if she had spoken the truth , would she and Zachary not have ended up the way they are now . 2/6 But reason reminded her that she couldnt do it . Just because Elaine had been suffering from severe depression , on the eve of their wedding , she had a mental breakdown and mistook the bodyguard for Zacharys father , Charles Aldrich , and had a relationship with him . At that time , Silvia happened to have something to discuss with Zachary about the wedding , but unexpectedly stumbled upon this scene . Elaine woke up and regretted her actions , crying and begging Silvia not to reveal this matter . Although Silvia was conflicted , she eventually agreed to her plea . But unexpectedly , after Silvia left and started the car , Elaine couldnt bear it and crashed into her own car . Zachary was a prodigy since childhood , and if his mothers scandal were to be exposed , it would bring devastating consequences to him and the Aldrich Group . People in the circle would perceive him , and perhaps he would even be suspected of his identity . So , for Zachary , she could only bear the bitter fruit alone , accepting everything . And now , with her suffering from a terminal illness , there was even less need to speak the truth . Since he hated her , let him continue to hate like this , so that when she left , she could do it cleanly and without any worries . She was trembling and about to leave when someone suddenly called out her name from behind . Silvia ? You were released from prison ! She trembled all over and dared not look at the sharp gaze coming from the high place where the words were spoken . Just as she was about to leave , someone tripped her with a leg as Silvia was going out . She was unprepared and crashed into the coffee table , falling heavily to the ground . Several bottles on the coffee table were shattered by her , and her hands were also cut with several gashes , oozing fresh blood . There was an instant burst of laughter from the private room , and everyone stood up , scrutinizing her current disheveled appearance . Silvia , is it really you ? You just got out of prison and already started working. Youre really determined ! Chapter 1 3/6 4 She lowered her head in silence , only reaching out to hold onto her bleeding wound . The person continued to speak . What are you standing there for ? You spilled the wine all over the floor , hurry up and clean it for me . Remember , you had to kneel while cleaning . Laughter erupted again in her ears , and she could only take a cloth from her apron , kneel on the ground , and repeatedly wipe away those wine stains . She didnt look up , but she could feel Zacharys hateful gaze , coldly fixed on her . Like a sharp knife , it hung over her head , ready to deliver a fatal blow at any moment . Given how much he despised her , seeing her in torment should have made him happier than anyone else , right ? Hastily wiping off the wine stain , she was about to get up and leave , but the person in front of her was not willing to let her go so easily . Just want to leave ? The wine you smashed was priceless . How are you going to compensate ? Silvia clenched her hands in confusion , not daring to lift her head . Im sorry , I really didnt mean to . Just saying sorry is enough to settle the matter ? You cant afford the consequences . Heres the deal , dont say I didnt give you a chance , as long as you crawl under my pants , well consider this matter settled . The man finished speaking and then coldly laughed , propping one leg on the chair , his gaze mocking as he looked at her . The crowd burst into laughter , joining in with loud echoes . Drill through , drill through ! She gritted her teeth , feeling her cheeks burning , as the mocking gazes of the crowd stabbed at her back like knives . She couldnt escape at all . She had no money for compensation , and the person in front of her was clearly seeking revenge for Zachary . Even if she didnt kneel , there would be other ways for them to retaliate against her . During the five years in prison , dignity meant nothing to her anymore . Chapter 1 4/6 Her vision in front of her became blurry , and she was on the verge of biting her lips until they bled . Finally , in front of everyone , she knelt down with a thud in front of the man . Just as she was about to bend down to crawl out from his crotch , the tea table was violently Kicked over , and a chilling and piercing voice rang out . Thats enough ! Immediately after , her arm suddenly hurt , before she could react , she had already been pulled out . In the dim corridor , Zachary forcefully pressed her against the wall , his gaze filled with hatred and coldness . Silvia , did you just ruin yourself like this ? Her back touched the cold marble , and she couldnt help but shudder all over . Only then did she turn her head slightly and say , You shouldnt have stood up for me like that . Do you think Elaine can rest in peace if you do this ? Her words indeed made him furious , and he forcefully pushed her away . Stand up ? Youre thinking too much . I brought you out to discuss a deal with you ! Werent you in need of money ? Tonight , you will stand guard outside my room and I will give you money . In the following days , you will stay by my side , and I guarantee that the money I give you will be more than what you earn by accompanying others for drinks . Without waiting for her to refuse , he took out a wad of money and fiercely threw it in her face . Silvias face was hit and immediately blood seeped from her cheek . She knew that he made such a request just to retaliate against her . And he did indeed accomplish it . That night , she stood outside the door and heard him and Rebecca making love . Title: A Princess? No! I'm the Female General! In "A Princess? No! I'm the Female General!" by CrushReel, Adela Taylor, a noble family's daughter, disguises herself as her brother to secure their Duke title by joining the army. Despite facing obstacles, she achieves remarkable success. However, upon her triumphant return, her brother betrays her, setting off a chain of events that will test her resolve and reveal hidden truths. 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