Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 48

Frederick took a few decorated boxes, and rode out.

As expected, the royal guards didn't question him since their orders were to keep Carissa from leaving the house. The restriction didn't apply to anyone else in Northwatch Estate, and such a large household naturally had daily errands and purchases.

Arriving at Hartstone Estate, Frederick announced that he was delivering a bridal gift from the Duke of Northwatch's family.

The gatekeeper reported this, and soon, the steward of Hartstone Estate, Simon Zephyr, came out.

After greeting Frederick, Simon said, "Hello, Mr. Carter. The princess said that since Lady Sinclair has just returned home after her divorce, she must have been in need of money. There's no need for her to spend on a gift for the princess. We appreciate the thought, but the gift isn't necessary. Please take it back, and there's no need to come again if there's nothing urgent."

Frederick was momentarily taken aback. When he saw the indifferent look on Simon's face, he understood.

Heather looked down on Carissa because of her divorce and saw her gift as bringing bad luck. Hence, she rejected it.

Though angered, Frederick maintained his composure. It was a mark of his upbringing in a noble household. "In that case, please convey our lady's best wishes to the princess. Goodbye." "We won't see you out," Simon replied coldly.

He knew all the rumors that had been spreading during the past month while Carissa remained confined in the

her in, -laws. They said Barrett could have

if people were saying these things.

had problems giving birth to Leona, Melanie called for Sebastian to save Heather and the child. Carissa had suffered so much with the Warren family, but her aunt hadn't helped.

done to deserve

horse to the countryside villa outside the city, leaving the gifts there temporarily. He would retrieve them after

horse and some travel provisions, then stopped by Sebastian's office to purchase medicines for colds,

was buying and gave him several bottles. "Take these

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tried to pay, but Sebastian glared at him. "Just

deeply. At this point, Sebastian was the only person out of the Sinclair family

made a mental note to

to Northwatch Estate, he saw a carriage woman who looked exhausted

was talking to