[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-legend-of-dragon-son-in-law":3,"chapter-legend-of-dragon-son-in-law-legend-of-dragon-son-in-law-chapter-1708":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Legend of Dragon Son-in-law",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1750342,2236,"Chapter 1706: One of Them","legend-of-dragon-son-in-law-chapter-1708",1708,"\u003Cp>During the days of captivity at the Caldwell Family, Grace River had been pondering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Starting from her birth in the royal lineage of Mont until the day she was captured after her defeat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For hundreds of years, Grace River had never had a moment like this, where she could stay quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t have to do anything or consider any matters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Royal childhoods were spent among various arts like music, chess, calligraphy, and painting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A bit older, they would begin their martial arts training.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was a princess.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watched by countless eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her every move was magnified infinitely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grace River had to always uphold the royal example, wearing a mask of hypocrisy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Staying alone in her room each day, driving away the maids, was her happiest time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Later, she became the Vein Holder of the royal lineage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Mont royal family was peculiar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grace River’s father was not the Vein Holder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The true Vein Holder was her uncle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The family was split into two factions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One entered the royal lineage, becoming the strongest among the Seven Veins of Pendleton.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other governed the Mont royal family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They rarely contacted each other but were constantly attentive to each other.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ten years after becoming the Vein Holder, by chance, Grace River was sent to Demarco Mount, becoming one of the maids of the Grandmaster Julius Reed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When she arrived, Eliezer Pine was still the youngest maid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the following centuries, the other two maids left Demarco Mount due to health issues, leading to the arrival of Lillian Tompson and Isabella Warm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Life is full of turmoil.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a child, Grace River was in the palace, facing traps set by her siblings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A bit older, she had to bear the burden of the royal lineage alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The elders of the lineage did not fully submit to this new Vein Holder initially.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It took Grace River three years to stabilize the internal affairs of the royal lineage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a girl, only she knew how bitter and exhausting this process was.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In Demarco Mount, she also had to handle the underhand tactics from her fellow maids.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Until the Grandmaster encountered trouble, she quietly left Demarco Mount, intermittently accompanying Julius Reed for a few years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But that process was far from easy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only now, finally, is it comfortable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grace River was waiting, waiting for that person to rescue her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She knew he would definitely come.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When the door was kicked open, Grace River, although seeing a completely unfamiliar face, knew who was beneath it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In earlier years, she had also used Night to change her face and stay beside Julius Reed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Who!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the steward in the room wasn’t as relaxed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An intruder meant the guards outside were dead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Otherwise, there would have been noise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This place was so secluded; he didn’t believe it wasn’t for the emperor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is the Caldwell Family in Boulevard, you shall not...\" Before the steward could finish, he let out a scream.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The flying knife in Julius Reed’s hand directly pierced the steward’s wrist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A walkie-talkie fell to the ground, still holding a hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just a few more seconds, and the steward could have informed Andrew.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, with the power of Pendleton and Boulevard combined, this man wouldn’t stand a chance at escape!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Who... who exactly are you...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The steward’s once rosy face turned ghostly pale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the sight of the knife, he knew he met a master.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within Pendleton, a steward could be both scholarly and martial.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some had vast powers and family backing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ironically, this steward came from a scholarly background, with some tricks but still short of the Grandmaster’s level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now facing a formidable enemy, how could he not be frightened?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To the question, Julius Reed remained silent and walked straight to Grace River.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if he didn’t even consider the steward in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You are poisoned.\" He placed his hand on Grace River’s wrist, speaking calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the calmness in his voice bore a certain frightening coolness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fortunately, it’s not fatal.\" Grace River forced a faint smile despite her pallid face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her hand gently grasped Julius Reed’s, eyes glittering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing them exchange words, even a fool would understand what’s happening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The intruder was certainly from the royal lineage, here to rescue the emperor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He bore the pain, not letting any sound escape, inching toward the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Move, and you die.\" Julius Reed spoke coldly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The voice was like it was from hell, making the steward shiver uncontrollably with fear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Who poisoned her?\" Julius Reed sat by the bed, both hands folded, clasping Grace River’s hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It was... it was Andrew, nothing to do with me...\" The steward’s severed hand bled continuously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking like it wouldn’t stop anytime soon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Left unchecked, it wouldn’t take long before he went into shock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is that so?\" Julius Reed looked at Grace River, a hint of pain in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was this the same little maid who always bickered with him?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was it the ruler who exerted authority over the Seven Veins, standing against Pendleton?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The current Grace River resembled more of a fragile girl.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Causing heartache.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The meals were delivered by him.\" Grace River spoke calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You... I’ve never bullied you! One must act with conscience!\" The steward, startled, hurriedly kneeled before Julius Reed: \"Master, I swear to heaven, I never bullied her!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Does it matter?\" Julius Reed tilted his head, his eyes void of any emotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Merciless!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A complete killing machine!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But...\" Before the man could finish, Julius Reed lifted him by the neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It doesn’t matter. What matters is that she wants you dead.\" Julius Reed exerted force!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snap!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The steward’s neck was snapped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, let go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The steward collapsed lifelessly onto the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His pupils gradually became unfocused, yet the terror lingered...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’ve suffered.\" Julius Reed reached out to stroke Grace River’s face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s okay.\" Grace River smiled blissfully. \"You know, I wish this moment could last forever. But I know, it’s not realistic.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, she moved forward a bit, resting her head on Julius Reed’s shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When I was in Demarco Mount, I didn’t dare overstep. After you lost your memory, I didn’t dare defy the so-called morality. I’ve never been this brave before.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grace River clutched Julius Reed’s clothes tightly, her voice choked with emotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can you hug me?\" she asked softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julius Reed didn’t answer but slowly extended his arms, holding Grace River close.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I always wanted to ask, do you like Isabella Warm or me more?\" Grace River asked teasingly, but with anticipation in her heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait for me.\" Julius Reed stood up, picking up the small knife.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wrote a line of small words on the dead steward’s face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ll have Pendleton personally escort you back.\" Julius Reed’s face showed a hint of bitterness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wouldn’t allow Grace River to return so disgracefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Absolutely not!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You haven’t answered my question.\" Grace River smiled faintly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You are my favorite girl.\" Julius Reed also smiled, leaving Grace River’s somewhat surprised gaze as he turned and left the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"One of them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Closing the door, standing outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julius Reed spoke softly.\u003C\u002Fp>",1181,"2026-06-06T17:05:46.083Z",1,"novelbin.me","2017ae0b73157b97a9eafaab82ce3caafa5a2f99708e1453e7a71519cd812549","legend-of-dragon-son-in-law-chapter-1709","legend-of-dragon-son-in-law-chapter-1707",2546,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Flegend-of-dragon-son-in-law-cover.jpg"]