Chapter 86

Clad in a simple gray-colored indoor dress, Tori guided her newly arrived guests to her chamber’s receiving area. Sitting at the head chair at the center, the two followed suit by sitting at both of her sides. Crossing her legs, Tori asked the regal-looking Marchioness. “How is the life of House Zoliel’s head?”

“You know I can’t be truly calmed unless the investigation stops, Lady Victoria.” The wariness in her voice reflected on her face as she fidgeted her handkerchief.

Lily together with the other two handmaidens came trotting in with the teas on their hands. As the three served them, Tori replied to the Marchioness. “I understand your concern, Marchioness. That is why you are here, right? To foresee everything until the end.”

Yes, after all, you killed your husband with the fear of being imprisoned or being kicked out from a life of luxury.

“So, how is the preparation on your end? I received the reports from Prince Yei Lin’s side.”

“I gathered as ma