Chapter 140:

Chapter 140:

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Youve found it!

The evening when Lennox and the Dukes knights retrieved the heirloom from the south.

It was in the residence of Count Monad where Juliet, who had already returned to the capital, first heard the news.

Because of Juliets mysterious relatives from her maternal side visiting, she decided to stay at the Counts residence instead of the Dukes for a while.

Thank goodness.

Yes. Theyre planning to return to the capital straight away.

Elliot conveyed the news with a happy expression. In his hand was a short letter brought by a courier that had just arrived.

This loyal secretary of the Duke had rushed over to the Counts residence as soon as the courier arrived to personally convey the good news.

We must inform the Dukes residence in the North!

It was natural to be happy since they had retrieved the heirloom that had been missing for over twenty years.

I Elliot.

However, Juliet hesitated a little next to the elated Elliot.

Was that all the news?

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I mean

Juliet wanted to ask about Dahlia.

It was clear that Dahlia had been behind Marquis Guinness, and since the tiara should originally have appeared in Dahlias possession, Juliet thought that when they found the tiara, they would naturally find Dahlia too.

Was there any news about finding a woman or something like that?

A woman?

With a puzzled look, Elliot glanced over the letter the courier had just delivered.

No, there was no mention of bringing a guest or adding someone to their group.

I see

Juliet felt somewhat deflated.

After all, Dahlia is a person; she couldnt be locked up in that secret room.

Even if Dahlia was truly an accomplice or the mastermind behind Marquis Guinness, it would have been a natural assumption that she would have fled the moment the Marquiss house collapsed.

Miss

Yes?

Will you continue to stay at the Counts residence?

Elliot, the Dukes secretary, asked in a hushed voice.

Wondering why he suddenly asked that, Juliet blinked.

Because my grandfather and uncles are still staying in the capital.

Juliet also lowered her voice and cautiously replied.

Isnt it quite awkward for a niece and granddaughter to stay at her former lovers house?

While thinking about it, Juliet realized that the reason for Elliots discomfort was because of her family members.

I see.

Elliot nodded with a gloomy expression.

Yes, youre right.

Because from the other side of the reception room, her legendary grandfather was slowly approaching.

Greetings, elder.

Every time I see them these Carlyle are here.

With a displeased look, Lionel Lebatan sized Elliot up.

Haha, elder. I am not a Carlyle but the secretary serving the Duke.

Whether youre a secretary or a subordinate, isnt it all the same being associated with that Duke? So, dont just loiter around someone elses house.

No, elder! Our Duke is very diligent and hardworking

Do you believe in demons?

Of course, everyone in the East believes.

To her surprise, his answer was full of conviction.

Ive heard countless rumors about cursed treasures. So many that its hard to know which is true.

Lionel Lebatan smirked with a meaningful look.

Ive never seen it myself, but theres a saying in the East. The thing a demon fears most is its name being revealed.

Name? Juliet seemed to recall a fleeting memory for a moment.

Snowdrop is the only artifact whose name is known.

She remembered hearing that several times.

And also, theres a saying that the two things you need to catch a demon are pride and deception.

Juliet looked up quickly.

Pride and deception?

Yes. Theres an old tale. They say that demons are arrogant, but they cannot lie

As she gleamed with the excitement of hearing an old tale, Lionel Lebatan chuckled warmly.

Im not sure how these stories will help.

No, theyre interesting.

Juliet smiled gently.

Actually, I hesitated to tell you.

She had been considering how to approach this topic.

After all, it was a tragedy where the innocent Count and Countess Monad lost their lives over this mere key.

She was concerned that revealing Marquis Guinness as the mastermind would further torment her grieving grandfather who had just lost his daughter.

But I thought it would be better for you to know.

Why do you think so?

Because Im like you, and I would have wanted to know if I were in your shoes.

You did well.

Lionel Lebatan suddenly asked with a grin.

So, is the reason youre staying by that Dukes side related to the cursed key?

Juliet hesitated.

Did you know?

Itd be stranger if I didnt.

It was the first time Lionel Lebatan had directly mentioned Duke Calyle. Hence, his voice seemed a bit gruff.

I kept your uncles in the dark

Juliet seemed unsure of what to say.

Im sorry.

Why?

For the first time, Lionel Lebatan frowned.

Its that thief who kidnapped my precious granddaughter who should apologize, isnt it?

Juliet, not knowing what to say, laughed.

You resemble Lily. Thats why Im worried.

Lionel Lebatan comforted his granddaughter with a gentle smile.

But, Juliet.

His smile faded as he spoke seriously.

If he ever bothers you, kick him in the solar plexus and come back.

Yes, I will.

Juliet responded with a big smile and nodded.