Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 49

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The gates of the Northwatch Estate closed, leaving Amelia outside. Lily refused to comment on anything about the Warrens.

Seeing Frederick looking troubled, she asked, "Mr. Carter, what's the matter?"

Frederick handed the reins to the stableman and stretched his left leg, which had started to ache from all the riding.

"Lady Heather refused the gift our lady sent to the princess," he said quietly, not wanting others to overhear.

Lily was shocked. "Princess Leona and our lady's mother were sisters and very close. Why would she... I understand."

Even though the king had granted the title of Duke, Carissa's return to her family after the divorce, along with all the nasty rumors, had severed their kinship.

With Carissa's mother gone, her familial ties weakened,

In the eyes of the noble families, they believed Carissa was merely living under the protection of her father and brothers and had received special treatment from the king.

Consequently, no one respected her.

gift in the villa's annex. My lady shouldn't notice it when she goes there

keep it from her.

didn't mention Amelia's visit to Carissa, not wanting the Warrens' issues to

them to Carissa. Opening the package, she saw various medicines, including a bottle of Snowdrop Pills, which were very valuable and excellent for treating heart

Did you

any payment. He

for now and pay him back when

another bundle, which contained some pastries and

it's going to snow. If you get caught in a snowstorm and can't find an inn, these will come in handy," Frederick

you," Carissa said

turned away slightly. "Have you

placing all the tems into her bulging bundle. She smiled, but her eyes glistened with emotion. "Frederick,

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about anything here. Just

going, but he was deeply concerned, especially seeing the amount of medical supplies Sebastian

him with slightly reddened eyes. "Fredrick, what

Frederick's eyes lit up as he remembered Hector practicing with the glaive in the snow. His movements were swift and powerful, and they left an unforgettable impression. "When you went to the Pathfinders Guild, the Duke of Northwatch gave you a spear with a red ribbon, right? You could barely hold it back then," he added,

with its striking red ribbon. The silver