# WebtoonLib — Depths of Malice #86

## Series
- title: Depths of Malice
- slug: depths-of-malice-049f84

## Chapter
- number: 86
- release_date: 2025-03-09

### Summary
The infiltration of Marquess Carter's mansion culminates in a dramatic and horrifying confirmation of long-held speculation: the woman held captive in a secret underground chamber is indeed Princess Helena, the missing sister of the accompanying Prince of Richaud. The discovery solidifies Carter's status as an utterly depraved villain, eliciting shock and disgust even from the ruthless Verta. This revelation has validated audience theories, sparking intense outrage toward Carter and profound sympathy for the princess, who has been imprisoned since childhood. While the immediate goal is her rescue, significant concern has arisen regarding Helena's psychological state, with many fearing she suffers from Stockholm syndrome, which could complicate the escape. The tension is further amplified by the conspicuous absence of Verta's key partner, Blaine, raising logistical questions about the team's ability to flee, as he is presumed to hold their only means of retreat. The successful discovery now pivots the narrative toward a perilous escape and the inevitable final confrontation with the Marquess.
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### Key events
- Verta, Brandt, and the Prince of Richaud infiltrate Carter's mansion and find Princess Helena.

## Spoiler
- level: auto

### Safe teaser
The infiltration of Marquess Carter's mansion culminates in a dramatic and horrifying confirmation of long-held speculation: the woman held captive in a secret underground chamber is indeed Princess Helena, the missing sister of the accompanying Prince of Richaud.

### Spoiler summary
The infiltration of Marquess Carter's mansion culminates in a dramatic and horrifying confirmation of long-held speculation: the woman held captive in a secret underground chamber is indeed Princess Helena, the missing sister of the accompanying Prince of Richaud. The discovery solidifies Carter's status as an utterly depraved villain, eliciting shock and disgust even from the ruthless Verta. This revelation has validated audience theories, sparking intense outrage toward Carter and profound sympathy for the princess, who has been imprisoned since childhood. While the immediate goal is her rescue, significant concern has arisen regarding Helena's psychological state, with many fearing she suffers from Stockholm syndrome, which could complicate the escape. The tension is further amplified by the conspicuous absence of Verta's key partner, Blaine, raising logistical questions about the team's ability to flee, as he is presumed to hold their only means of retreat. The successful discovery now pivots the narrative toward a perilous escape and the inevitable final confrontation with the Marquess.

## Status
- data_status: complete
- summary_status: generated
- transcript: Hardsub chapter — image-only

## See also
- [WebtoonLib — Depths of Malice #86](/series/depths-of-malice-049f84/chapter-86)
- for_series_detail: /llms-series/depths-of-malice-049f84

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