Whispers Shape Distant Tomorrows by Aren Cole Vale ` 69 Summary
In Chapter 69 of “Whispers Shape Distant Tomorrows,” Margaery asserts her authority by decisively calling off her wedding, leaving both Dominic and Clyde in shock. Her cold demeanor and refusal to entertain their presence highlight her determination to stand her ground, particularly against Clyde’s aggressive behavior. Dominic, caught in the middle, feels the weight of the situation as he tries to mediate the escalating conflict, urging Clyde to reconsider his harsh words and actions towards Margaery.
Clyde’s anger flares as he confronts Margaery, accusing her of being a burden to their family. His contemptuous remarks cut deep, igniting Margaery’s defiance. The emotional tension escalates when Clyde threatens her, prompting Dominic to intervene physically, desperate to prevent further violence. This moment reveals the complexities of their relationships, showcasing Dominic’s protective instincts towards Margaery while also grappling with Clyde’s reckless fury.
As the confrontation unfolds, Margaery’s resolve strengthens, and she decides to take matters into her own hands, indicating her intention to leave and seek help for her wound. Dominic’s attempts to soothe her are met with her steely determination, illustrating her refusal to be a victim in this familial strife. Her decision to call off the wedding signifies a turning point, as she declares her independence and unwillingness to accept the toxic dynamics at play.
Dominic’s frustration mounts as he realizes the implications of Margaery’s decision. He rushes to inform Joshua of the chaos that has ensued, revealing the depths of the conflict and the potential fallout for their families. The chapter closes with a sense of urgency, as both Dominic and Joshua grapple with the reality that Margaery’s rejection of the marriage could lead to further complications, particularly with the looming threat of her aligning with someone else. The emotional stakes are high, setting the stage for a tumultuous resolution to the unfolding drama.
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**Whispers Shape Distant Tomorrows by Aren Cole Vale**
**Chapter 69: She Calls Off The Wedding**
“There’s no need for either of you to stay. I want you both to leave now,” Margaery declared with a chilling finality, her gaze as cold as steel. “If you ever find yourselves needing anything from me in the future, at least ensure your stories match up.”
Dominic felt as if the ground had vanished beneath him; he stood frozen in disbelief.
Just as he gathered his thoughts to respond, Clyde interjected, his voice slicing through the tension like a knife. “Did you see that attitude? Dominic, don’t waste your breath trying to reason with her. She’s nothing but spiteful!”
Clyde’s eyes were ablaze with indignation as he shot a furious glare at Margaery. “Margaery, don’t you have any sense of what’s good for you?”
Dominic could feel the heat of anger rising within him, his fists clenching at his sides. “Shut your mouth! What’s your problem with her? We need to focus on healing those wounds first!”
“Seriously, just look at how she behaves!” Clyde grumbled, his eyes narrowing as he continued to glare at Margaery.
The simmering rage in Clyde boiled over, his voice dripping with contempt. “People like her don’t deserve to breathe!”
Those words struck Margaery like a dagger, piercing deep into her heart.
With a defiant tilt of her chin, she met Clyde’s gaze, a faint, mocking smile playing on her lips. “Oh, I see. I don’t know what’s good for me, huh? If you’re brave enough, why don’t you come and kill me yourself?”
Clyde’s face contorted with fury, his grip on his sword tightening as he raised it once more, ready to unleash his wrath.
Dominic’s eyes widened in horror. He had no intention of letting this escalate further. Ignoring Margaery entirely, he grabbed Clyde by the arm and yanked him away. “Clyde, you just returned! Why are you already looking for a fight with her? Let’s go. Margaery needs to tend to her wounds first. What if she bleeds out? You’re her brother! Can you really live with yourself if you push your own sister to her death?”
Once outside, Dominic lowered his voice, urgency lacing his tone. “Clyde, did you even notice that hairpin she’s wearing? That’s a gift from the late King! With that on her head, who gave you the right to lay a hand on her? If you dare swing your sword at her again, it’s your life that’s going to be at stake!”
Dominic felt as though he might explode. Just when he had finally managed to coax Margaery into a calmer state, Clyde had come in and shattered everything in an instant.
Clyde was still seething, his anger palpable. “Looks like Avery was right after all. She’s just hiding behind outsiders, which is why she treats this family like trash! If you’re all too scared to confront her, then I’ll do it myself! Let’s see what else she thinks she can get away with…”
Clyde struggled against Dominic’s grip, desperate to return and confront Margaery once more.
In a moment of pure frustration, Dominic slapped Clyde hard across the face, his voice low and filled with menace. “Do you want the Chancellor’s estate and the Hadley family to go down with you? If you’re so eager for death, don’t drag me down with you!”
Clyde, momentarily stunned, clutched his cheek in disbelief. “You hit me?”
He stood frozen, staring at Dominic, confusion and anger swirling within him. “Did I say something wrong? And what gives you the right to strike me? She’s not even married yet! This is the Wallen family’s business, not yours!”
With that, Clyde turned on his heel and stormed off, his voice echoing in the air. “I can’t believe this! What’s wrong with you, wanting to marry that venomous woman, Margaery? Tessa must be blind to fall for you!”
Dominic watched as Clyde stormed away, rubbing his temples in frustration.
‘Avery is such an idiot,’ he thought bitterly. ‘I told him to keep a low profile in Lakeburgh, but instead, he stirs up trouble, pushing Clyde back here without even knowing the full story. He’s going to be the death of me!’
At least, for now, Clyde was out of the picture.
Taking a deep breath, Dominic steeled himself and turned back to find Margaery. “Margaery, you know how Clyde is. He’s been hot-headed since we were children. Please, don’t take it to heart.”
Margaery glanced up at him, her expression unreadable, and said nothing.
‘So just because Clyde’s always been like this, I’m supposed to accept it?’ she thought, the bitterness of the situation weighing heavily on her.
“Everything will be alright,” Dominic continued, sensing the tension in the air. “Soon, you’ll be marrying me. Once you’re part of the Hadley family, no matter how fiery his temper is, he won’t dare come after you.”
He stepped closer, concern etched on his face. “Margaery, how’s your wound? Do you want me to fetch a doctor for you?”
“There’s no need,” Margaery replied, meeting his gaze with a steely resolve. “Dominic, I won’t just let what happened today slide.”
With that, she stood up, determination radiating from her. “Amber, keep an eye on Gracewind Garden. I’m going out.”
There was no way to properly treat her wound at home. Dominic kept talking, but he never actually went to get a doctor. If she remained here any longer, her injury would only worsen. She needed to seek her master immediately.
She sidestepped Dominic and made her way to the door.
“Margaery…” Dominic called after her, a note of desperation creeping into his voice.
He reached out to catch her arm, but she deftly pulled away, her resolve unyielding.
“I’ll have Clyde come and apologize to you!” Dominic’s voice darkened as he realized Margaery remained unmoved by his words. In a hurry, he dashed off to find Joshua.
Joshua had just finished dealing with Paige’s issues and was waiting by the gate for Raul and Andrew to return.
He didn’t expect to see Dominic rushing out, looking frantic and disheveled. “Joshua, something’s gone horribly wrong!”
“What happened?” Joshua asked, turning around in surprise. “Aren’t you supposed to be talking to Clyde? Why do you look like that?”
Clyde had just returned, and Dominic had planned to check on him first.
Having grown up together, Joshua had never stopped Dominic from confronting Clyde. But he never anticipated Dominic would come back looking so distraught.
Dominic was practically vibrating with anger as he recounted the events. “I don’t know what Avery said to Clyde, but the moment Clyde got back, he didn’t even bother to go to his room. He stormed straight to Gracewind Garden and confronted Margaery, and he stabbed her right through with his sword! The wound is deep; God knows if it will ever heal!”
“What did you say?” Joshua’s eyes widened, disbelief washing over him. “Clyde stabbed who?”
“Margaery!” Dominic replied, his voice strained with anxiety.
Dominic looked like he might break down. “The moment Clyde got back, he went straight to Margaery to settle scores. He claimed she had been enjoying sixteen years of blessings that rightfully belonged to Tessa, and now that Tessa’s only been back for a year, Margaery is being so vicious—refusing to hand over the remedy to Tessa, getting Avery kicked out of his position, and even conspiring with outsiders to undermine the Chancellor’s estate.”
“Now, Margaery has completely cut ties with him, saying she no longer has a brother like that. The worst part is, she just told me she’s calling off the wedding. She insists I should marry Tessa instead, and there’s no way she’s letting this go.”
A chill ran down Joshua’s spine. “Avery, that jerk!”
Before leaving, Joshua had warned Avery repeatedly not to stir up any family drama for the time being. Who would have thought he would go and make things worse by badmouthing Margaery?
‘What’s wrong with Clyde?’ Joshua thought, frustration bubbling inside him. ‘He’s as hotheaded as they come, even less reliable than Russell. Fantastic. Just perfect!’
“What do we do now?” Dominic looked at Joshua, worry etched across his face.
“Things have spiraled out of control. If Margaery truly refuses to marry me, how are we supposed to clean up this mess? Forget about Avery’s position at the Royal Medical Hall—everyone in the city already knows about the wedding. Now the bride is calling it off, and it’s not like we can force her to go through with it. What are we supposed to do?”
“Yeah, we can’t force her,” Joshua muttered, rubbing his temples in frustration. “If it weren’t for that imperial hairpin, maybe we would still have some leverage. But now, with her wearing it, if she insists on not marrying, even parental orders and the matchmaker’s arrangements won’t do us any good.”
“Absolutely not,” Joshua said, shaking his head vehemently. “If she refuses to marry you, there’s no doubt she’ll have a chance with Dashnell. Even if she only ends up as his concubine, that’s still a disaster for us! We absolutely can’t let her end up with Dashnell!”
“Then I suppose the only option left is for Clyde to apologize to her personally,” Dominic suggested, laying out his plan. “But given Clyde’s temper, he won’t listen to either of us. We’ll need the Lord Chancellor to step in personally.”
If their families weren’t so intertwined and things hadn’t descended into such chaos, Dominic honestly would have walked away from the whole situation by now.
Joshua nodded in agreement. “Once Father returns, we’ll have him go over there.”
He then asked Dominic, “Didn’t you say Margaery was hurt? Where is she now?”
Conclusion
In the aftermath of the confrontation, the air hung heavy with unresolved tension and heartache. Margaery, once poised to step into a new chapter of her life as Dominic’s bride, now stood at a precipice, her sense of betrayal cutting deeper than any physical wound. The anger and chaos stirred by Clyde’s reckless actions shattered not only the fragile peace within their family but also the fragile bond that had begun to form between her and Dominic. As she walked away, determination coursing through her veins, Margaery understood that she could no longer allow herself to be defined by the expectations of others or the weight of familial loyalty. The decision to call off the wedding was not made lightly; it was a declaration of her autonomy, a refusal to be a pawn in a game of power and resentment.
Dominic, left grappling with the sudden turn of events, felt the weight of his choices pressing down on him. The emotional turmoil of witnessing Margaery’s resolve only intensified his frustration with Clyde and the chaos Avery had unleashed. In his heart, he harbored a fierce desire to protect Margaery, yet he realized that the road ahead would not be easy. The bonds of family, honor, and love had become tangled in a web of conflict, and he was determined to mend what had been broken. As he resolved to seek a way to reconcile with Margaery, Dominic understood that healing would require more than just words; it would demand courage, humility, and a commitment to confront the shadows of their past. The path to a brighter tomorrow lay ahead, but it would take unwavering strength to navigate the whispers of doubt that lingered in the air.
What to Expect in Next Chapter?
In the upcoming chapter, the stakes escalate as Margaery’s decision to call off the wedding sends shockwaves through the Hadley family. With tensions running high, Dominic finds himself caught between the fiery tempers of Clyde and Margaery, each unwilling to back down from their convictions. As the dust settles from the confrontation, Dominic must navigate the fragile dynamics of loyalty and betrayal, all while grappling with the implications of Margaery’s bold declaration. Will he be able to mend the rift between them, or has the damage been irreparably done?
Meanwhile, Clyde’s simmering anger threatens to boil over once more, especially as he grapples with the shame of his actions. His refusal to accept Margaery’s stance could lead to dire consequences, not just for him but for the entire Hadley family. As Dominic and Joshua plot a course of action to salvage the situation, the looming presence of the Lord Chancellor adds another layer of complexity. Can they convince him to intervene before Margaery’s resolve hardens further, or will the family’s legacy be put at risk? The tension is palpable, and the unfolding drama promises to challenge the very foundations of their relationships, leaving readers on the edge of their seats, eager to see how this intricate web of emotions will unravel.
