Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 151

Once Kylie had settled into her seat, Carissa and Lulu approached and knelt respectfully.

"Greetings, Your Majesty."

Kylie's gentle voice drifted down from above, "Lady Sinclair, there is no need for such formality. Please rise."

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Carissa and Lulu stood, but remained in their place.

Kylie assessed Carissa. She had seen this woman before, and even then, Carissa's beauty had been striking. Now, having returned from the battlefield, her complexion had changed, but she was still undeniably a breathtaking beauty, capable of withstanding the scrutiny of any observer.

Kylie thought about Salvador's instruction to inquire whether Carissa would be willing to enter the palace. The thought made her stomach churn with unease.

A capable and stunning woman like Carissa might become the king's favored concubine if she entered the palace. Though she would never surpass the queen in rank, winning Salvador's heart could render Kylie's position precarious.

Yet, Kylie had always been known for her grace and virtue. As someone in a higher position, she couldn't afford to display any hint of jealousy.

Thus, she merely offered a few words of praise, acknowledging Carissa's contributions to the Southern Frontier, before adding with a hint of significance, "General Warren failed to recognize your worth, Lady Sinclair. And so, a pearl that should have been precious is now being unfairly devalued due to its past."

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been married

untouched maiden.

underlying message, but was puzzled as to why Kylie said this to

Fortunately, a pearl is always a pearl. Any dust can be easily brushed away. You shouldn't belittle yourself, Lady Sinclair. There will always

clear to Carissa now-Kylie was

she maintained her composure

dwell on bygone

in Meadow Ridge, and am used to a

the city has felt quite restrictive. Thankfully, I am now back at my family estate. Also,

words, Carissa wasn't interested in marriage-her independence was

words would dissuade Kylie from

preserve her image. Recalling Salvador's instructions, Kylie decided

she would understand

brightened with a warm, affectionate smile. "Lady Sinclair, you are candid and graceful, qualities I deeply admire. If you were to enter the palace and become my sister, I believe

she stared at Kylie

pleased if she became Kylie's sister in

It was impossible for the current queen to interfere with matters of

the palace. Otherwise, she wouldn't have used the

had prompted this questioning

shift in her gaze, Carissa smiled and replied, "Your Majesty, if you like me, I would be honored to consider you as my elder sister. I am