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Sophia Garanord was not alone when she came; she had brought a team of servants with her. Upon seeing Charles, she thanked him again for saving her life last time and apologized for the investigation he was subjected to.
Charles, being a man of discernment, knew that this matter had nothing to do with the so-called Strasbourg Rose and smiled, saying, "The only thing this shows is that your charm, Sophia, is too great; it is not your fault."
"If you were at fault, Sophia, then Miss Menilman would be guilty of a heinous crime, and every beautiful lady in Strasbourg would bear a heavy burden of guilt."
Sophia Garanord had been especially worried that Charles might be angry, and she didn't know why—she always feared that he would distance himself from her because of it. Seeing him still jovial and quick to joke without any hint of taking offense finally put her mind at ease. She said, "I've already asked my father to speak with Duchess Meisu about this matter!"
