Chapter 41

Smiling like what the Duchess said was stupid enough to listen. “Why would Lady Victoria be jealous when she is being taught by the Queen herself? You are indeed the second most powerful woman in the empire, Duchess Castaña. But compared to Queen Aurina, your social standing differs like water and oil. Also, I have yet to present our last witness, Lady Elise Castaña!”

“Elise!”

“Lady Elise?”

The Duchess and Sabina’s shocked voices buried all other gasps when the meek daughter of the Duchess entered the courtroom.

Aah, Lady Elise. I was right when I decided since the first time we met to use you. On this day, your life becomes meaningful, congratulations dear.

Tori’s red eyes scanned the courtroom. Their judging eyes now shifted to the teary-eyed Duchess. Sadness, pain, anger, and betrayal all swirled in the Duchess’ eyes as she gazed at her daughter who’s now standing beside P