Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 145

Moreover, if Carissa agreed to come back, that would be fine. But if she refused, it would be quite embarrassing!

After considering, Rebecca decided, "Let's send Charlotte first. If she refuses, well think of another way.

Rebecca was unwilling to go herself. If Carissa were to truly reconcile with Barrett, Rebecca wouldn't be able to intain her position as a strict mother-in-law. The Warren family already had enough trouble with Aurora-they couldn't afford to have another difficult situation.

While Rebecca was mulling over her predicament, Carissa had already gone to Serenity Palace to meet Victoria.

The empress dowager was in her early fifties, but she had taken very good care of herself. Despite a few wrinkles at the corners of her eyes, she appeared youthful. Her black hair was speckled with a few strands of white, but they were not very noticeable.

She exuded an air of grandeur and elegance, and her demeanor became even more gentle and approachable when she looked at Carissa.

"Oh, child. You ran off to the battlefield without a word. If something had happened to you, how would I explain it to your mother when I see her again?"

Victoria's eyes showed a hint of redness, revealing her concern and affection for Carissa. Perhaps looking at Carissa reminded her of Melanie, which made her heart ache a bit more.

have worried you, Your Majesty. It was my

Come closer so I can take a good

with

stood and moved in front of the empress dowager.

"Come sit beside me.

smile on her face, her demeanor that of a refined

her face. "Oh, you've turned into a monkey again. Whenever you returned from Meadow Ridge, you always had a mischievous demeanor and a layer of dirt on you, like a

just this-pinch, my hand is covered in dust." Carissa laughed awkwardly. "I didn't have a chance

time in this palace, surrounded by scented candles. I wouldn't mind

herself from the memories of Melanie and spoke to Carissa with the authority of

the third time now, and I am very pleased with your accomplishments. You've brought honor to women like us. "Aurora also earned my praise,

won't comment further

bit annoyed when she talked

her and considering the past conflicts between Aurora

I merely shared in the glory. Compared