Chapter 321
Margaery said this as she walked toward the other side of the secret passage.
Estelle was surprised and couldn’t help but ask, “Is it possible that some haven’t been brought in yet?”
“Logically, that’s not possible.” Margaery shook her head.
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“First, the secret passage was dug in autumn, which means the entire plan was already in place at that time. Moreover, the court was peaceful in autumn, there was no snow, and the roads were clear.
“Whether considering transportation conditions or security, autumn was the best time to bring in the explosives.
“So much happened in winter: the court was in turmoil, Prince Callum and the Salome family were busy coping, scheming. recruiting talent at the imperial examination, and preparing for a coup…
“With so much going on, it was not suitable to handle these matters.”
Estelle was convinced by her reasoning. “That’s true. The court has always strictly investigated explosives, with tight security everywhere.
“Especially after the snow, it’s easy to leave traces.”
Tire tracks were, first and foremost, a problem.
Even if the workforce carried everything bit by bit, footprints would inevitably be left behind; once any trace was exposed, it was a disaster with no return.
Callum’s people would never make such a mistake.
Margaery added, “Additionally, after they finish these tasks, they need to lay low for a while, making it easier for others to overlook them.”
Solon nodded. “You’re right. The nearest source of explosives to Sinderin City takes seven or eight days to reach, and with all this wind and snow along the way, it’s easy to leave traces.
“Moreover, to obtain explosives, Sigurd will definitely have to use the authority of the Ministry of War.
“If it happens in the current situation, the Ministry of War is on high alert; any disturbance will easily arouse suspicion.”
Halfway through his sentence, Solon suddenly hissed, “Shh! There’s someone inside…”
Margaery didn’t react immediately.
Wasn’t it normal for someone to be digging a tunnel inside?
However, she quickly realized something was wrong. “You know them?”
Solon furrowed his brow. “The youngest son of the Salome family.”
Margaery pondered.
This was troublesome. They had come down relying on Sigurd’s name, but hadn’t expected that his youngest son, Alardus. was down there. If their cover was blown…
“What should we do?” Estelle was the most anxious and instinctively looked at Margaery.
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Margaery forced herself to calm down and said, “It’s fine. Morning court just ended not long ago, Sigurd is busy courting the scholars from the Royal Examinations. Since Alardus is here at this moment, it proves he hasn’t seen Sigurd since the morning court.
“In other words, we can still avoid detection, but as for Alardus…”
A hint of murderous intent flashed in Margaery’s eyes.
She glanced at Solon.
Solon nodded in understanding. Tll find a suitable opportunity.”
The two exchanged glances, placed Estelle in the middle, and the three of them went forward to meet him.
Soon, Alardus appeared in the front secret passage with two people, instructing, “Make sure to store the items properly, they must not get damp. Also, within seven days, the tunnel must be completely excavated. On the surface, we will find an excuse to handle things, so no one will hear any sounds they shouldn’t.”
“Alright! Rest assured about this, we will make absolutely certain nothing goes wrong.” The person beside him nodded repeatedly.
But soon, he saw Margaery and the other two approaching. His triangular eyes narrowed fiercely as he snapped. You see Lord Sigurd and still refuse to kneel? Are you trying to stir up trouble?”
Margaery, Estelle, and Solon were speechless.
Of the three of them, which one looked like they would kneel to Alardus?
It was just a trivial matter, so Margaery didn’t mind. She knelt on the ground. “Greetings, Lord Sigurd
Solon was speechless, but in the end, he could only cooperate.
Estelle gritted her teeth in hatred, even wanting to rush up and tear Alardus limb from limb, but she still knelt down.
She only swore in her heart that once the Salome family was finished, she would personally skin this man alive.
Alardus glanced over. “What are your names? Why did you come down here?”
Because the three of them were wearing the uniforms of the Hall of Divinity’s attendants on duty.
“Take him down.” Margaery waited for a while. When she saw no more people coming from ahead, she quietly gave the order.
There was no other way; Alardus needed to exit from above.
Once he went out, he would definitely run into Phillipa.
She had just knelt down only to check if there were others inside. If anyone heard the commotion here and escaped through another secret passage, it would be troublesome.
After all, it was still uncertain whether there were other exits besides the one above the Hall of Divinity.
Now that no one else was coming, it was time to act directly.
Before Solon finished speaking, he stood up and walked toward Alardus. ‘Lord Sigurd sent me to find you,” he said.
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With a smile on his face, Alardus walked up to him.
“My father?” Alardus frowned, a hint of suspicion in his eyes.
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Before he could react. Solon’s figure flashed, and with a slap, knocked him unconscious to the ground, startling the other two who stared in shock.
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But before the two could say anything. Solon grabbed their heads and knocked them together. The impact left them seeing stars, and they collapsed unconscious on the spot.
“What do we do now?”
The men were down.
But how should they be dealt with?
Solon suddenly felt a bit lost.
Margaery and Estelle were not safe below on their own, but if he stayed, the two young women could not possibly bring three men up.
Margaery also felt a headache coming on. “Let’s go up first.”
She pressed her brow, realizing they would have to do it again.
Solon picked up one in each hand.
Margaery and Estelle dragged one each. The two were so exhausted they wanted to cry. When they finally reached the top. Estelle, disregarding her image, collapsed onto the ground. “I’ve never carried anything this heavy in my life.”
Phillipa was stunned at the sight. “Alardus?”
This man had poisoned her grandfather, and she had been furious enough to want to kill him herself. Yet she hadn’t
ed that, upon entering the Hall of Divinity today, Margaery and Estelle would drag up an unconscious man.
e ran into him below. There was no other way.” Margaery, panting, said, “We’ll leave him to you for now. We have to go down again
Phillipa nodded, ordered her people to tie Alardus up tightly, stuffed his mouth, and threw him directly into a
hed at the corner of her mouth at this scene.
understand
- d. Don’t kill him yet. Take him back to see the King.”
his was a matter far too serious for them to decide.
hed herself up from the ground on all fours. “I hope we don’t have to drag anyone up again this time.”
truly exhausted.
we won’t Margaery took a deep breath, and the three descended the secret passage once more.
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.
