Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 14

Chapter 14

Rebecca paused momentarily.

Borrow?

Well, Rebecca herself had said that it was a loan, and they would repay Carissa once things eased up. Now that her daughter-in- had phrased it that way, the older woman had no way

to retort.

Still, Rebecca couldn't help but inwardly criticize Carissa for her lack of understanding. The girl had no family left. What else would she spend her money on if not for the Warren family?

Barrett shook his head. "I'll figure something out on my own. I won't need to borrow from you.

With that said, he turned and left the room.

All eyes turned to Carissa, who curtsied politely and said, "If there's nothing else, I'll take my

leave."

*Carissa, stay here!" Rebecca's face darkened as her anger surged.

She was no longer coughing or weak, especially since she had taken the medicine that Sebastian had prescribed yesterday.

Carissa looked at her mother-in-law. "Is there something else you need?"

great seriousness and concern, "I know you went to the palace and appealed to the king. That wasn't a wise thing

You'll benefit from it too. When the merits accumulate, you may receive a title. Again, that will also

"You're right," Carrissa conceded.

you. And the jewelry will probably amount to

Carissa nodded. "Alright."

annoying attitude earlier was just

tantrum.

assured, if anyone dares to bully you in the future, I'll be the first

Charlotte was beside herself.

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was Carissa so naive? How could she think it was right to

family was clearly going too

"So, the engagement gifts amount to about thirteen thousand silver coins.

expenses will add up to several thousand coins. Are you also

wanted to remain foolish,

note. Once that's done, I'll deliver

room, except those from

Since when does a husband need to write a promissory note to get

have a promissory note, how can it be considered a loan? Mother, didn't you just mention that

up calmly and confidently. "Speaking of which... There's no reason for a husband to use his wife's dowry to fund a concubine's engagement

spread, it would tarnish my husband's reputation. It would also make our household

"I just praised

of the family's reputation is