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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implying that Carissa had been married before and

untouched maiden.

the underlying message, but was puzzled

As if making a firm decision, she looked up at Carissa and said, " Fortunately, a pearl is always a pearl. Any dust can be easily brushed away. You shouldn't

Carissa now-Kylie

displeased Carissa, she maintained her

one to dwell on bygone matters. One must look forward in

Ridge, and am used to a wild and free lifestyle. Returning to the

now back at my family estate. Also, having severed ties with the Warrens, I find myself much more at

Carissa wasn't interested

would dissuade Kylie from

merely smiled, clearly dismissing Carissa's comments as mere polite words meant to preserve her image. Recalling Salvador's instructions, Kylie decided to be straightforward. After all, she had already implied that Carissa was a

would understand to

deeply admire. If you were to enter the palace and become my sister, I believe His Majesty would

slightly as she stared at Kylie

became Kylie's sister in the palace? Wasn't

returned from battle with a military title. It was impossible for

her to enter the palace. Otherwise, she wouldn't have used the phrase about a pearl being

this questioning session?

Carissa smiled and replied, "Your Majesty, if you like me, I would be honored to consider you as my elder sister. I am currently alone in my family, and have long