The Dark Lord Obsesses Over His Fake Wife (Completed Main Story) - Chapter 109

Even in those days filled with all kinds of rumors about the Holy Maiden, parties continued one after another in the imperial capital. No matter how grave the incident had been, the social season—the most important time of the year—could not simply be abandoned.

It was on such a day.

“I’d like to introduce a very special guest to all of you.”

The Holy Maiden, who had been under house arrest due to the imperial trial, suddenly appeared at the party.

Dressed in a modest white gown befitting her station, the Holy Maiden looked exceedingly delicate. Her appearance alone, without a partner, was pitiful to behold.

“I’m not certain whether I’m permitted to attend such an event, but an urgent matter came to mind that I wished to share with you all, so I had no choice but to come.”

Stella smiled gently at the nobles she was acquainted with.

“In three days, I’ve been granted permission to perform the Purification Ritual in Pescalos Forest.”

“The Purification Ritual… you’re going to perform it?”

“Yes. That’s why I hope you’ll join me in prayer within Pescalos Forest. When all our prayers reach together, the god Atea will surely bestow blessings with even greater joy.”

Currently under trial, the Holy Maiden was not free to move about. Moreover, since this was an imperial trial and she had been named as the culprit, this was hardly the time for any ritual—purification or otherwise.

Naturally, one noble couldn’t suppress his curiosity and asked,

“But… is it truly alright for you to do this while still on trial?”

“Oh, that.”

A fleeting sadness passed over the Holy Maiden’s face, which had just been smiling brightly. She quickly composed herself with a resolute expression and said,

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