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Chapter 64: Revealed

As soon as dawn broke, Adeline was ready to go. She had barely slept, the upcoming journey to the Northern Duchy was all that she could think of.

The fact that her father had agreed to co with her gave her a renewed sense of determination.

The teleportation circles were powerful but rare, only places with large populations or a heavy flow of comrce had them. Which ant that the Northern Duchy definitely had them.

It made travelling much easier, although there were so physical effects like nausea when using the teleportation circle, it was much better than waiting for days on end to reach the destination.

Besides her father, she was accompanied by four elite guards, an imposing group whose sole purpose was protection. When they made use of the circle, her father and the guards felt slightly nauseated but it was sothing they were used to.

Adeline on the other hand felt absolutely fine. She experienced none of the side effects which surprised the Marquess. She was full of energy and kept running off.

The temperature difference imdiately hit Adeline, the temperature in the Northern Duchy was much warr. It made sense why agriculture would have so much prominence.

As they travelled to the estate, Adeline looked around and saw vast fields, everything was lush and green and... Alive.

While the estate’s walls stood tall, looming over them, it not welcoming at all.

The estate itself lacked any light, figuratively. Adeline looked around, there was only gloom all around. This was such a contrast when compared to the vibrant scene outside.

The emblem they carried was enough to ensure swift entry. The Northern Duke’s guards, though vigilant, knew the importance of the Marquess’s visit and quickly allowed them in.

Upon entering, it beca clear that the Duke himself was in no condition to receive anyone. He had not left his wife’s chambers since the previous day. He shut himself in since Edward’s departure.

Like father, like son. Benedict, too, had locked himself away. His mother’s declining condition and his father’s cruel behaviour were too much to bear. To cope with all that was happening, he could only isolate himself.

But when he heard that the Western Marquess had co, he knew it ant Adeline had arrived as well. He was the representative of the house when his father was not present.

The servants couldn’t urge the Duke to co out, so they had to inform Benedict of the arrival of the guests. He had to play the role of a good host.

The sound of footsteps echoed in the quiet halls as Benedict finally ca out of his room. He looked dishevelled, there wasn’t a peaceful mont since she t the guy.

Adeline just hoped that once she saves his mother, he could beco the bright, happy boy he once was.

When he saw Adeline standing beside her father, a flicker of hope sparked in his eyes.

"Adeline," he greeted, his voice was rough with exhaustion. He glanced between her and her father. He was happy to see her, but this wasn’t the best ti.

Everything was such a ss. He wanted to talk, he had a lot of things to say but nothing could co out of him.

Adeline didn’t waste ti. She stepped forward, "Benedict, I need to see your mother."

Benedict hesitated. He trusted Adeline, more than anyone else in his life, but this... this request was...

His throat tightened. "I- I don’t think that would be possible." His head hung in despair.

Adeline extended her hand, she held up her palm so that he could see what was about to happen. A soft white glow enveloped it.

Holy power... This was Benedict’s first encounter with it. He heard rumours about it but never experienced it himself. The light radiated gently from her palm.

It sparkled against his tear-stricken face. Benedict’s eyes widened in shock.

"Adeline... Is this... Holy Power?" His voice was a bit too loud but thankfully there was no one around to hear it.

"It is... I believe I can help her," Adeline replied firmly.

Benedict’s voice cracked. "But the Holy Temple... They sent soone. He tried, but she didn’t get better. What if..." His words trailed off. What if this doesn’t work either? One more disappointnt might just break him.

Adeline stepped closer, her expression softening. "Trust , Benedict. I wouldn’t be here if I didn’t think I could make a difference."

His eyes were wavering. This was a huge leap of faith on his end. After a few monts, he slowly nodded. He decided to take her to his mother.

But before that he looked a the Marquess who stood tall and imposing, upon eting Benedict’s gaze, his eyes imdiately softened.

"I think... You have to co with us, my Lord."

He needed the Marquess’ authority to make his father hear them out. By himself, he would be able to accomplish nothing. The distance between the father and son was far too great.

The path to the Duchess’s chambers was heavy with anticipation. When they arrived, the door was locked, as expected.

Benedict knocked softly, but there was no response from his father inside. He worriedly turned to look at the Marquess hoping he had an idea.

With a flick of his wrist, a small burst of fire magic emanated from his hand, it had practically lted the doorknob off... It worked though- the door was unlocked.

The heavy wooden door creaked open, revealing the dimly lit chamber where the Duchess lay. The Duke was seated next to the bed, his head resting near her legs.

Adeline and Benedict exchanged a glance before stepping inside.

As Adeline, her father, and Benedict step into the Duchess’s chamber, they are t by a cold, heavy silence.

The Duke has been trained in combat, the mont the trio stepped into the room he awoke.

"I didn’t allow you to co in..."

The Duke didn’t want to hurt them but he also didn’t want them here. He waved his hand and powers shot out. He planned on blocking them.

"Not on my watch."

The last thing Adeline rembered was heat and redness.