Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 180

The next day, Carissa entered the palace with Lulu.

She first went to pay respects to Victoria. Victoria happily took her hand, and asked about her relationship with Rafael.

Carissa had prepared her explanation well. She recounted how she and Rafael had fallen for each other on the battlefield, and that he had proposed upon returning to the capital. Grateful for his regard, she had accepted.

Victoria knew the real story, but chose not to mention Salvador's three-month ultimatum. She merely smiled and said it was all a matter of fate, divinely ordained.

After chatting for the length of about half an hour, Victoria mentioned summoning Helen.

Understanding Victoria's good intentions, Carissa shook her head. Lady Helen has already summoned me to Evergreen Palace. If I rely on your favor and defy her, she will only resent me more once I marry into the family. You may protect me this time, but you won't always be able to shield me in the future."

Victoria gazed at her. "You're always so understanding and considerate. It makes my heart ache. My younger sister has been spoiled by my maternal family and me. Her temperament is difficult. Once she moves in with you, she might make your life hard. Let's see what she says today. If she's too harsh, I'll have a word with her."

Carissa smiled warmly. "Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty. With your protection, I won't suffer any hardship."

then. I'll send someone to check on

Carissa

and Lulu followed the attendant, who led them

attendant from Evergreen Palace had been

were shaded corridors they could

through the hottest parts of the garden, taking a long, winding route. They even retraced their steps

being a martial artist. Lulu, on the other hand, struggled with the heat. She was sweating profusely, ner head spinning and aching. She felt nauseous, and was on the verge of a heatstroke. Carissa had anticipated that their visit to the palace today wouldn't be simple, so she brought along the medicines Sebastian

discomfort, she took out a Verdant Pill-a pill often used for digestive issues and to relieve summer heat-and gave it to her. Then, Carissa fanned her

"Sir, I have

turning pale. Hearing Carissa's offer and seeing no one else around,

he was making things difficult for her on orders. Yet, she

offered pill, and swallowed it. The taste

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sensation through him, dispelling

were the most despised and often ignored. To be cared for even a little brought an unusual warmth to

glanced at Carissa and said, "Please follow me, my