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.

It was my fault,"

rise. Come closer so I can take a good look

with

dowager.

"Come sit beside me.

her face, her demeanor that of a

returned from Meadow Ridge, you always had a mischievous demeanor and a layer of dirt on you, like a monkey. You're not mischievous

skin was so well-hydrated that it could practically produce water. Now, with just this-pinch, my hand is covered in dust." Carissa laughed awkwardly. "I didn't have a chance to bathe or change clothes since I came straight to the palace after

"I spend all my time in this palace, surrounded by scented candles. I wouldn't mind

and spoke to

and I am very pleased with

won't comment further let's just any

bit annoyed when

had previously praised her and considering the past conflicts between Aurora and Carissa, Victoria didn't want to eny

to the marshal's strategic brilliance. I merely shared in the glory.