All Chapters of The Discarded Heir's Return : Chapter 61
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Episode 61
The morning air in the Oakhaven town of SqudCity was a bad morning air for master Edward and his business. A heavy crowd had gathered at his tavern this morning watching in silent as two gruff men who are Lysander Hawthorne men were already halfway through tearing down the large painted wooden sign of a tankard with the name "Black Goblet Tavern". It was a huge lose for Master Edward who sat down bare on the cobblestones. He clutched a leather purse to his chest, his eyes wide with disbelief as he watched his livelihood dismantled. He was tricked and lured into a high-stakes game of dice by Lysander Hawthorne who forced him to sign away all his taverns as collateral. Now, he was mad with grief, having lost everything to a single, treacherous roll of the bones. Meanwhile, in the grand dining hall of the Peckham manor, everyone was gathered for the evening meal. The air was warm from the crackling fire coming out of the hearth, and the pewter that was gleaming under the candlelig
Episode 62
"Bloody Peckhams!" Arthur grumbled as he pushed his chamber office and entered. He sat on the Head’s chair, pushing out the desk and bringing out a ledger.He dipped his quill into the ink pot and drew a black line on the name Master Edward. Next, he placed a small tick beside the name of Gideon of House Stirling.Just then, the door creaked open and Lady Philippa entered. Arthur did not look up as he spoke with a cool indifference of a man who was planning a ruin. “It is done. The first seeds of revenge is done. Master Edward is ruin and his taverns is all mine now..."Arthur chuckled and finally raised his head, his eyes still cold. “Next on the list is Lord Gideon of House Of Sterling including his father."Lady Philippa swallowed. Including his father? The Peckham might have just unlock a demon in Arthur. "That is good to hear." Philippa said. “You know the House Of Sterling well. Tell me everything you know about them.”Philippa nodded and began, her voice was low and fill
Episode 63
The early sun of the afternoon sun beat down on the street lanes of SqudCity. It had been three days since Lord Gideon’s business began to collapse, three days since the sudden collapse of three of his trade business had crumbled. One business crumble every day. Outside Lord Gideon’s manor, a pageboy handed him a sealed scroll as he was heading towards his carriage. He took the scroll but he didn't open it until he was inside his enclosed carriage. He tore the seal of the scroll to read it. But his was drawn tight with anger after reading what was scent. “What? The copper Coil has been declining too? By the Gods, how can a trade consortium that bring in so much profit simply be declining just like that?” Lord Gideon yelled at no one in particular. The copper Coil was the most prosperous of the few ventures Lord Gideon had personally invested in. He had put a large amount of his own coin into it, expecting great returns. Yet, for reasons no one could explain, his profitable w
Episode 64
Elara stared, her brow furrowed. “Yes! I need to give him the invitations personally," she said, "or will you prevent me from seeing him , Lady Philippa?"Lady Philippa offered a casual smile.“Why would i?" Philippa chuckled "He is inside his chambers, I believe. The next door after mine." Philippa chuckled.Philippa knew there was no need to stop her, after all, she won't see believe Arthur was the New Head.Elara smiled, handing Philippa a plain message scroll for her invitation before leaving the chamber and marching towards the next one.Knock! Knock!"Come in."Elara pushed the heavy door open but stopped mid-step with disappointment clouding her face. The only man standing there was Arthur. Her eyes scanned the chamber as if looking for a treasure. Seeing only Arthur, she let out a low frustrated sigh.Bloody hell! "What are you doing in the New Head's chamber?"Arthur was merely leaning over to the window with a weed pipe in his mouth. He did not bother to explain that he
Episode 65
Two Weeks Later! The sun was fully high. Lady Philippa arrived on horseback at the high building on the outskirts of SqudCity where Arthur lives. Arthur was already prepared, having bathed and dressed in a well tailor suit made with blue wool, a far better in quality from his usual plain leather suits. As Lady Philippa dismounted, her eyes, wide as they fell on Arthur. The blue wool did justice to bring out his frame. Lady Philippa felt her breath stop for a moment. He was utterly, devastatingly handsome. "Arthur," she breathed, her voice a little unsteady, "you look... so dashing today." Arthur offered a rare, slight smile. "Thank you, Lady Philippa." He then offered her a brief, admiring look. "You, too, My Lady. That gown is the finest purple gown i have ever seen, and it suits your noble status well." Lady Philippa felt a blush rise to her cheeks and smiled. A deep, genuine warmth in her eyes. It was a surprise to hear him compliment her. Arthur then turned, walking to
Episode 66
The Peckham family manor was filled with a nervous excitement. All the men of the family were dressed in their finest cloth. Godric pulled his sister, Maren, aside. “Maren, listen to me,” Godric said, his voice low. Maren raised an eyebrow. “What is it, brother? I don’t want to mess up my gown before the ceremony.” “It’s about Arthur,” he whispered. “I heard he is going to be here.” Maren’s eyes narrowed slightly. “Arthur? The disgraced man? Why would he be here?” “That doesn’t matter. What matters is what you do. Listen, Maren, I need you to be on your best behavior today. No insults, no nasty comments. In fact,” Godric leaned in closer and murmur, “I need you to try and get on Arthur’s good side.” Maren pulled back as if struck as she frown. “Get on his good side? Are you mad, Godric? Why would I try to please the discarded ex-husband of Elara? He’s a commoner! He has nothing to offer us.” After she finished speaking, a deep, annoyed voice sounded. “Godric! What foolishne
Episode 67
Seeing Arthur and Lady Philippa walked to the entrance, the guest all gasped on surprise. He wore a perfect tailored tunic which was made with blue wool, fastened with a silver clasp bearing no visible sigil of any house. All eyes at the entrance turned to him. Seeing him dressed like this, he was like a little gods and also like a knight who just returned from a successful crusade. The guests thought. Lord Nicholas of the House of Sterling, who had never seen the New Head before or what he look like rushed forward. He grasped Arthur hand with unexpected happiness. "Welcome, My Lord. It is a great honour for my son and I to host a man of your rumoured stature at this humble feast!" Lady Gilette, Nicolas wife, a woman still gorgeous despite her middle years, curtsied deeply. "My lord, I did not think a man of such youth could carry so much renown! You are even finer in person than the whispers suggested." Arthur offered a slight, respectful nod to her. "You must be Lady Gilette.
Episode 68
The big unpolished wooden wheels of the ox-drawn cart jolted as it rode, sending a fresh wave of pain through the old Lady of the Peckham. She was laying on the small size bed in the back of the cart. Her breathing slow. Lord Aethelred who has a panic look yelled at the peasant driver.. "Ride faster, you simpleton! To the nearest healer chamber now. And pray to whatever gods you serve my mother makes it there alive." Lord Aethelred shouted, his voice breaking with anxiety. The cart had barely gone far from the grand stone arch of the wysteria Castle, where the wedding was taken place, when the old lady let out a choked gasp. "By the Saints!" Lord Aethelred nearly tumbled from his seat. "Mother! By the Holy Cross, are you well? I thought that insolent Arthur had driven the very life from your body with his real identity of being the New Head!" The old Lady's eyes were now filled with a deep wretched sorrow. She beat her fists softly against her legs, making a sound muffled by
Episode 69
Gideon stood frozen, his fists clenched, his face full of humiliation. Every eye in the hall felt like a burning coal, mocking the weakness of the groom. Today was supposed to be his wedding day, instead he was being humiliated. He was vexed, but the fear of getting slap by his father again held him still. But to pour a cup and make his apology to Lord Arthur right in front of all this nobleman. Is his father being serious right now? Lord Gideon stomach turned. It was an impossible dishonor. He rather take another slap. Am i a a lunatic to pour a wine and apologise to a commoner?" Gideon hissed between clenched teeth. Only the thought of it consumed Gideon. If he was truly the new head of the Guild that means he came from a high noble House. And in this world, a true High Lord of a powerful House would never have brought himself so low to spend years as a mere untitled and peasant husband and son-in-law who was treated like a slave. The real New Head is known to be a man of
Episode 70
Bloody hell! Another guest entirely?This was his son ceremony. “The gift is for a guest? Baron Alaric , I thought you are here to grace the wedding of my son?” Lord Nicholas asked looking a bit confused making his eyebrow furrowed deeply. Baron Alaric who was of a robust build and wearing a finely wrought leather clothe, offered a soft smile. “Indeed, Lord Gideon. I am here for the joyful union. The bride and groom gift is on the way. My men are bringing them. This one is just for someone special.” He held his the box gift tightly close to himself. Nicolas waved a dismissive hand, adjusting his expression like a high noble. “Ahh! Baron Alaric it's fine. Besides such talk is beneath us. Your presence alone honors my small estate more than any trove of coin. You have travelled far from the east and I am grateful for that." Lord Nicholas quickly beckoned his son and the bride. “Gideon! Elara! Come, pay your respects to Baron Alaric.” Lord Gideon who is now puffed up with the prid