The Scarred Queen's Rise (Athena) novel Chapter 478

Chapter 478

But Margaret had made so many plans fai her future.

Margaret was slaid that when she grew old, there’d be nonnel to take care of Athena,

Athena knew what Margaret was thinking, but since today was a happy day, she didn’t want to dwell on it. So sha dhithudy changed the smile. “Grandma, the opera house has some new shows lately. Why dont we go, get a good seat, midy some tea and snacks? Woulder co

Margaret’s eyes lit up with interest. “You know, it’s been ages since Hast saw a performance

Seeing her enthusiasm, Geen said, “I have the carriage prepared right away. Let’s enjoy several performances today

Margaret subconsciously looked at Athens and asked, “Athena, will you join us!”

Athena had been exhausted after days at the relief center.

But when her grandmother invited her, she wouldn’t dream of refusing–even if she was worn–out

With a sweet smile, she said, “Of course I’ll go with you, Grandma,”

Margaret beamed and squeezed her hand “Wonderfull We’ll go together.

Before long, the coachman had the carriage ready.

The grandmother and granddaughter stopped out together, boarded the carriage, and headed straight for the city’s opera h

This was Athena’s first time at such a venue, and she felt somewhat out of her element. In contrast, Margaret moved with practiced ease

She immediately had Gwen arrange a private box for them.

Athena and her grandmother ascended to the second floor, and once seated, they commanded a perfect view of the entire stage.

The performance was lively, but the house remained quiet and orderly–after all, the audience was made up of elite patrons who knew how to appreciati

the arts.

Athena was never much of an opera fan. She had barely settled into her seat when restlessness took hold.

Suddenly, someone in the box ahead caught her eye.

it was Natasha, waving her handkerchief in a beckoning gesture, signaling Athena to come over

Seeing her grandmother completely absorbed in the show, Athena leaned over to Gwen and whispered, “I’m going to say hi to Natasha, fil be back

soon

“Okay, I will let her know,” Gwen replied. With that, Athena quietly slipped away with Trina in tow.

Natasha’s box was at the far end, quite a distance away. Athena left two attendants guarding her grandmother before leaving, reassured.

Jessa hadn’t shown herself, but Athena knew her bodyguard was close by–so she felt safe.

“Natasha,” Athena called softly as she entered the private box.

The private box was empty except for Natasha

On the small table were drinks, fruit, several plates of snacks, and some peanuts.

Natasha’s cheeks were flushed with drink. Seeing Athena, she clung to her like a drowning woman to a lifeline.

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Chapter 478

“Atheny, It’s so good to see you,” the mimired.

Her disheveled state leh Athena utterly perplexed

Gently patting her back, Alher asked, “What’s wrong?”

Natasha let out a soft sigh, her face filled with distress. “I’m completely done for the declared

Hearing

ring how serious she sounded, Athena’s heart leapt to her thisat. “What happened! Tell me everything”

Natasha uttered through gritted teeth, Theard news that the Queen wants to marry me off to farmin—the concubine

As soon as Athena heard this, her mind immediately began to reel.

She drew in a sharp breath, a myriad of thoughts flashing through her mind, then asked, “Do you want to many him?”

“Over my dead body!” Natasha hissed, lowering her voice. “What damned concubine? How is that any different from being a mistress? I’d rather many woodcutter and be his wife than ever stoop to being a concubine.”

Athena’s mind was a mess. She knew exactly that the Queen was trying to secure allies for Fermin.

Fermin had tried to win over Alfred before, but was turned down,

So now he planed to tie the two families together through marriage.

Fermin was always so underhandled.

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