Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 13

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Chapter 13

Seeing everyone's distress, Barrett took the list of gifts.

After reviewing it, he asked Charlotte, "What's the issue here? They're asking for two thousand silver coins, two pairs of gold bracelets, two pairs of malachite bracelets, two sets of rose gold hair ornaments, and fifty rolls of brocade. That's all. The miscellaneous items aren't a lot either."

"That's all?" Charlotte sneered coldly. "Unfortunately, our household can't even scrape together a thousand coins right now."

"How's that possible? Who manages the finances? Do we not have money?" Barrett asked in

surprise.

"I manage the finances," Carissa said calmly.

"You manage the finances? Then, where's the money?" Barrett questioned.

family is some wealthy noble family? Valor Estate was

general. Do you earn more

sustain the expenses of such a large household? Just your mother's daily medicine costs three silver coins per dose.

He felt that Charlotte was deliberately

him.

the money for this. Fine then, I'll figure out the betrothal gifts and money myself. I've earned militar merits. I'm sure the king will reward

it with her. Tell her to ask for less," Charlotte said. Clearing her throat, Rebecca chimed in, "After all, it's a marriage granted by the king. We can't be disrespectful. It's not like we can't produce the

about you front this money first? Once we're more financially stable, we'll pay you

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sound?"

Why talk about paying her back? I'm sure my sister-in-law is generous and wouldn't mind giving us

lot for our household this past year. You should appreciate her,"

at her daughter-in-law and added, "Alright, that's settled, then. Carissa, I know this is hard on you. Once Aurora arrives, you should

eyes, including Barrett's, turned to

had slapped him yesterday, he felt awkward and couldn't bring himself

Carissa remained silent, Charlotte asked, "Besides the money, should Carissa also