The Lady Nun Seeks Justice (Eliza Stonor) novel Chapter 295

295.Chapter 295

Her face turned cold when Dylan told Eliza what he’d found in Gabriel’s study. Learning that the ledger was connected to the Padilla family’s assets confirmed her suspicions: what happened all those years ago was no simple matter.

Eliza’s suspicions grew–her father was likely involved in the Padilla family’s ruin. She lowered her gaze slightly, concealing the iciness in her eyes. “Where is the ledger now?” she asked.

Dylan hesitated. “I couldn’t get it, it’s still with him,” he explained, quickly adding, “He’s already suspicious because of my earlier attempts, and his studies will be even harder to get into now. Trust me, I’ll get the ledger,”

Eliza looked at him and asked, “Do you want to go yourself?”

Dylan nodded resolutely. It was something he had to do.

“Will you give it to me then?” she asked.

Dylan didn’t hesitate to answer, “Of course.”

Eliza shot him another glance. “Aren’t you the least curious about what I plan to do with it?”

Dylan shook his head. “There’s no need to be curious,” he said, realizing Eliza was far more decisive. He figured giving her the ledger would be better than keeping it himself, though he’d still help her sort everything out.

Eliza raised an eyebrow slightly. “Not bad,” she conceded. “Bring me the ledger, and I’ll tell you what you want to know.”

Dylan’s pulse quickened at Eliza’s response. He was curious to know more, but her silence forced him to hold back his questions. After all, he had other urgent matters to attend to.

He couldn’t help himself and said, “Serenity, what about Benedict? I dragged him into this mess. What if Father punishes him?” He worriedly glanced at the courtyard gate. “I wonder how he’s doing.”

Eliza calmly replied, “He’s Mowbay’s heir. He’ll be safe even if you’re not.” Her words, though blunt, eased Dylan’s worries.

“That’s true. Father has been preparing Benedict to inherit everything since he was young. I doubt he would ever hurt him.”

Though tempted to spend more time with Eliza, Dylan left when he saw Nolan almost finished cooking in the small kitchen.

As he left, he gave Eliza a pouch of money. “This is from Benedict,” he said. “Take it. I live at the base of the mountain and frequently assist the villagers, so I have little need for money. Spend it as you wish–if you want to eat or purchase anything, tell me, and I will get it for you.”

Eliza started to refuse, but Dylan interrupted her and hurried away. “I’m leaving! It’s getting dark, and I must get down the mountain before I can’t see!” He rushed out of the gate as if he were in danger.

Eliza could only watch him flee, unable to call after him or return the pouch. She noticed a small tear on the side of the pouch, revealing it was stuffed with money. With a sigh, Eliza sat back down.

She was almost done with the stack of books Mary had given her – only two remained, both of Mary’s notes. The cases detailed in the notes were fascinating, often revealing new insights upon rereading.

During her lesson with Mary the following day, Eliza raised the question. Mary’s response, “He doesn’t know,” caught her off guard.