Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

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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

course, what I saw was only a copy from the Ministry of Defense, not the original

spying on military documents is a capital offense? You're reckless! You

a shadow like a looming beast over the tent. He

it. You shouldn't tell anyone, even me. Have you learned

not be mentioned to anyone, not even

gaze, and

Barrett know?" Rafael

didn't ask him, but went to infiltrate the ministry instead. Did the -orders to kill prisoners and massacre civilians come from Aurora, or

lost a leg, and she joined the military, showing great

general in the court, Rafael was well aware

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alone unless she and Barrett had a prearranged plan. That was

a mix of complicated emotions. She didn't want

a

of 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