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.

when she goes there tonight to get

should keep it from her. No need to

Carissa, not wanting the

package, she saw various medicines, including a bottle of Snowdrop Pills, which were very valuable and excellent for treating heart conditions.

much did these cost? Did you

accept any payment. He

hold onto these for now and pay

bundle, which contained some pastries and

a snowstorm and can't find an inn, these

you," Carissa said

turned away slightly. "Have you finished

glistened with emotion. "Frederick, I'll be relying on you and

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worry about anything here. Just

Carissa was going, but he was deeply concerned,

him with slightly reddened eyes. "Fredrick, what weapon did

an unforgettable impression. "When you went to the Pathfinders Guild, the Duke of Northwatch gave you a spear with

striking red ribbon. The