The struggles of the weak, part 2

"I truly believe that Bella was not in the wrong," the mage uttered slowly, but clearly.

For a small moment, Arelyn's mind blanked out. Nona had always said the same thing, so obviously, Arelyn would just ignore it as the Mage being insincere. Arelyn didn't know why this time was so different and why a deep sense of regret was washing over her heart.

"I believe you and your middle sister was wrong in this whole incident. I've heard the full stories from Bella, Olevyn, the guards and the servants. Hearing their stories, I've concluded that this beating, or at least something similar to it was going to happen at one point or another. Oh, and by full story, I really do mean the full story, with your deceased mother and also your late stepmother," Nona said expressionlessly.