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Chapter 58

Rafael's analysis earned Carissa's deep respect. Only a seasoned battlefield veteran would understand how absurd it was for an enemy to surrender just because their supplies were burned, especially in a long-standing stalemate like this one.

The conflict between the two kingdoms had led to countless battles over the years, both small and large, with decades of strife.

Moreover, Westhaven wasn't without its own supplies. Even if their provisions were burned, they could simply resupply and wouldn't need to surrender. At worst, they would retreat and have a truce. By doing so, the Starhaven army wouldn't invade them.

"So, what's the real issue?" Rafael asked.

Knowing that Rafael's investigation would eventually reveal the truth, Carissa decided to be honest. Aurora Yates killed prisoners and massacred civilians

Rafael's expression changed abruptly. "Does the king know about this?"

"I don't know if the king is aware, but...the Victory Pass reports, including the final victory report, didn't mention

was only a copy from the Ministry of Defense,

"Do you know that spying on military documents is a capital offense? You're reckless! You could have asked your husband, Barrett. He was

a shadow like a looming beast over the tent. He seemed genuinely angry as he leaned in and spoke in

you shouldn't have revealed it. You shouldn't tell anyone, even me. Have you learned nothing from your time at the Pathfinders Guild about the dangers of

flashed with severity. "This matter must not be mentioned to anyone, not

gaze, and nodded

know?" Rafael asked

the ministry instead. Did the -orders to kill prisoners and massacre civilians come from Aurora,

remember she's the daughter of Tristan Yates, a former subordinate of your father. Tristan lost a leg, and she joined the military, showing great ruthlessness and earning a

the only female general in the court, Rafael was

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unless she and Barrett had a prearranged plan. That was also provided Barrett

mix of complicated emotions. She didn't want

a

civilians at Victory Pass. Three hundred thousand Westhaven soldiers are on their way now, and are expected to reach Simonton in about twenty-five days

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