250: Chapter 250 Encountering an Old Acquaintance at the Castle! A Noblewoman in Distress!

Inside the tent.

Lady Lillian picked up a pen, wrote the name in the registry, then took out a pre-prepared contract from under the table and pushed it towards Flora:

"Congratulations, you've passed the review."

"Sign it, and you can enter the city."

Flora looked down at the contract.

The paper was high-quality parchment, and the handwriting on it was neat and clear.

She read it line by line.

Sure enough, it was a maid contract.

However, the terms were vague; phrases like 'obey all reasonable commands of the master' were effectively a contract of servitude.

If she signed it, she would become a female slave.

Her fingers trembled slightly.

But she thought of Knight Adeline, who was unconscious, and remembered Adeline's figure desperately protecting her along the way.

She bit her lip and whispered:

"I... I also need to bring someone. She's injured and unconscious, I can't leave her behind."

Lady Lillian nodded:

"No problem. There's a special resettlement center in the city where arrangements can be made for her lodging and medical care."

Upon hearing this, Flora felt a sense of relief and no longer hesitated, picking up the pen and signing her name on the contract.

The handwriting was delicate and elegant, pleasing to the eye.

Lady Lillian picked up the contract, carefully examined the signature, nodded with satisfaction, and then put the contract away.

Then, she turned to the City Guard beside her and ordered:

"You, follow this young lady to pick someone up."

"Yes, Lady Lillian."

The City Guard responded.

Flora returned to the withered tree with the City Guard and helped up the unconscious Adeline.

Seeing this, the City Guard immediately called for a stretcher, placed Adeline on it, and followed Flora back to the tent.

Lady Lillian looked at the unconscious Adeline.

Although her face was pale, she could tell at a glance that this was a knight.

She was even more pleased:

Buy one, get one free. This deal is worth it.

Thinking of this, she couldn't wait any longer.

She had to quickly clean and dress this one and send her to the Master!

So, she stood up, clapped her hands, and said to the several women who had already passed the review behind her:

"Alright, ladies, get ready, we're entering the city now."

Then she turned to her personal maid beside her:

"Luna, you're in charge here now. I'll take this group back to the city first."

"Yes, Madam."

The maid named Luna respectfully replied.

Lady Lillian nodded and walked out of the tent.

Behind her, Flora and the other young girls silently followed, passing through the city gate under everyone's gaze.

Some were envious, some felt pity...

But the girls were a little uneasy.

They knew—

From the moment they signed the contract, their lives would have one more master.

...

Golden Flame Earl Manor, in the study.

Rowan was sitting behind the desk, reviewing the city reports from these past few days.

Just then, a light footsteps sounded outside the door, followed by the maid's announcement:

"My Lord, Lady Lillian requests an audience."

Upon hearing this, Rowan put down the quill in his hand, a smile involuntarily appearing at the corner of his mouth.

These past few days, Lady Lillian had sent many young girls to the castle.

Every time she came, she never disappointed him.

The girls she carefully selected were all top-notch in appearance, figure, and temperament.

The lowest score was above eighty, enriching the variety of flowers in the castle garden day by day.

This made him sigh with emotion—

Lillian's discernment was indeed terrifyingly sharp!

He stood up, walked out of the study, and went downstairs.

In the hall.

As Rowan walked down the stairs, his gaze fell upon that familiar figure.

Lady Lillian was wearing a well-tailored light red long dress today, her hair neatly coiled, and a pair of crystal earrings hung from her earlobes, exuding a hint of charm within her dignity.

She stood in the center of the hall, and seeing Rowan descend, she curtsied slightly.

Behind her, three young girls stood quietly.

Rowan's gaze naturally swept over them.

The first girl had a slender figure, delicate features, and a hint of shyness in her eyes, like a startled fawn.

[84 points]

The second girl was a little taller, with bright features and fair skin. Although her clothes were simple, they couldn't hide her youthful and vibrant aura.

[82 points]

But when his gaze fell upon the third girl, he paused.

This one had clearly been meticulously dressed.

A long dress outlined her graceful and well-proportioned figure, and moon-white shoulder straps accentuated her smooth, round shoulders.

Her bone structure was excellent, and her features were exquisite and delicate.

Her lips were like roses blooming in the morning mist, and a subtle charm emanated from her gentle pursing of them.

Extremely beautiful!

[90 points]!

This was truly a pleasant surprise.

This was the first ninety-point girl Lady Lillian had sent in all these days.

Lady Lillian had been secretly observing Rowan's expression changes.

When she saw the flash of surprise in Rowan's eyes, her heart settled, and the smile on her lips deepened.

She knew this one would definitely please the Master.

She had already inquired clearly.

During the last Beauty Pageant, the Master was very fond of a girl named Catherine.

That Catherine, like her, was also one of the Master's blood descendants.

And this Flora, in terms of appearance, temperament, and charm, was similar to Miss Catherine, but superior in all aspects.

Especially that unique aristocratic lady's reserve and shyness, which added a distinct flavor.

Lady Lillian was secretly pleased.

She had rendered another meritorious service this trip!

Rowan noticed Lady Lillian's gaze, which carried a hint of seeking credit, and couldn't help but smile.

He didn't say much, just waved his hand casually, indicating—

All three passed, keep them all!

The senior maid Sibyl understood and prepared to step forward to lead the three girls to their quarters.

Just then—

A gasp suddenly echoed in the hall:

"Miss Flora, what are you doing here?!"

Everyone's movements paused.

Rowan raised an eyebrow slightly and looked in the direction of the voice.

It was one of his nine female officials—

Isabelle.

She was currently standing at the entrance of the side door of the hall, holding a stack of documents, seemingly having just come out of the meeting room.

Her face was filled with surprise, her eyes wide, staring directly at the third girl.

Rowan's eyes narrowed slightly, and an amused smile appeared on his face:

"Oh, Isabelle, do you know this young lady?"

As soon as this sentence was spoken, Lady Lillian's and Flora's gazes simultaneously turned to Isabelle.

Flora's heart immediately tightened.

She subconsciously clutched the corner of her clothes, her heart rate suddenly accelerating.

She looked over, but she didn't seem to recognize the woman who suddenly called out her name, nor did she know what the other party would say.

She could only stare intently at Isabelle, trying to discern some clues from her face.

Isabelle quickly walked forward, came before Flora, and carefully scrutinized her face.

Flora also looked at her.

She was certain she had never seen this woman before—

She had no impression of the other party's appearance.

But she could call out her name so readily?

Isabelle noticed the confusion in Flora's eyes, smiled slightly, and explained:

"Miss Flora, I am Isabelle Godfrey. My grandfather, Pierce Godfrey, once served as the Deputy City Lord of Velen City."

"When I was a child, I once accompanied my grandfather to Silverleaf Castle for a banquet, and I was fortunate enough to see you, Third Miss, from afar at that time."

She paused, a trace of nostalgia flashing in her eyes:

"Later, my grandfather passed away, and our family moved away from Velen City. I never expected to meet you here after so many years, Miss..."

She didn't continue.

Because she saw that Flora's face had turned crimson, from her cheeks all the way to her earlobes, and even her neck was tinged with a faint pink.

She lowered her head in embarrassment, almost burying her face in her chest, and her complexion immediately turned pale.

The Third Miss of the Silverleaf Earl Manor.

Once a high-ranking Earl's daughter.

Now she had fallen to the point of signing a contract of servitude and entering another Earl's mansion as a female slave.

This, this...

Rowan watched this scene with interest.

His gaze swept back and forth between Isabelle and Flora, then he chuckled and said:

"Isabelle, could you introduce this beautiful lady to me?"

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