Chapter 137

As spring arrived and the ice and snow melted away, the soldiers stationed in Simonton City prepared to return to the capital. Violet and the others were torn between whether to go back to the capital with them or return to Meadow Ridge.

"Meadow Ridge will always be there, but a triumphant return

happens only once in a lifetime. We should go back and receive the people's praise," Travis said.

They didn't have grand ambitions; their greatest aspiration was to perfect their martial arts skills. They didn't seek to be invincible, only to be able to defeat any opponent they faced.

Suddenly hailed as heroes of the Southern Frontier, they found the new height of their status a bit overwhelming.

With Aurora's injuries nearly healed, it was time for her to face her punishment.

During her time at the Southern Frontier, her relationship with Barrett had been in a peculiar state. Her husband seemed to constantly avoid her, yet would still assist her when necessary.

For instance, when she was to be punished, Barrett pleaded with Rafael on her behalf, only to be ignored. After failing with the marshal, he turned to Carissa, hoping she might intercede on Aurora's behalf.

"I know it's presumptuous," Barrett began, "but we're about to return to the capital. If she endures this punishment now, she won't be able to withstand the hardships of the journey. All mistakes are mine, I have wronged you..."

"If you know

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my entire family was slaughtered because of her? I'm the one who most wishes for her death. Yet, you come to me to

words left Barrett

woman before him. In his mind, he saw the face he

I've failed you, but

found the situation

her? It's only natural for

audience. Rafael was engrossed in carving something, which he immediately covered

just saw General Warren speaking to General Sinclair. I'm afraid

you think General Sinclair

youthful face displaying a naivety about love." Maybe she thinks this is a way to

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beckoned Dylan closer.

to gesture. "Come closer, squat down. I

still crouched down. "It's been a while

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