Chapter 250 What Comes Next

Oriana fell silent.

It struck her then how different women could be.

Some learned to hold onto a husband's affection, navigating every hidden rivalry within a household.

Others never needed to.

They had enough standing to choose for themselves.

The thought eased her unease.

Back in her room, Gideon noticed the lingering fatigue in her expression and smiled faintly.

"Don't dwell on it. You've done