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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that Carissa had been married before and was therefore not as

untouched maiden.

the underlying message, but was puzzled as to

" Fortunately, a pearl is always a pearl. Any dust can be easily brushed away. You shouldn't belittle

now-Kylie was suggesting a marriage

this displeased Carissa, she maintained her

kind words, Your Majesty. The past is behind us. I am not one to dwell on bygone matters. One must look forward in life. Your comparison of me

childhood training in Meadow Ridge, and am used to

quite restrictive. Thankfully, I am now back at my family estate. Also, having severed ties

Carissa wasn't interested

would dissuade Kylie

mere polite words meant to preserve her image. Recalling Salvador's instructions, Kylie

she would understand

graceful, qualities I deeply admire. If you were to enter the palace and

slightly as she stared at Kylie in

she became Kylie's sister in the

title. It was impossible for the current

likely didn't want her to enter the palace. Otherwise, she wouldn't have used the phrase about a pearl being tarnished to embarrass

was it indeed Salvador who had prompted this questioning session? Why would Salvador

be honored to consider you as my elder sister. I am currently alone in my family, and have long wished for