Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 181

Leaving Lulu outside the hall, Carissa lowered her head and steppe inside.

The white marble tiles beneath her feet were so polished that it looked like mirrors, reflecting the opulent and luxurious decor tha surrounded her.

Carissa quickly glanced up and saw a distinguished woman seater on a chair in the center of the hall, dressed in a regal purple gown Her hair was styled in an elaborate bun, adorned with luxurious jewels, and her features bore a slight resemblance to Rafael's.

Carissa knew this woman was Helen.

Stepping forward, Carissa knelt. "Greetings, Your Highness."

Carissa's posture was perfect, her gaze lowered, and her dress neatly arranged. The slight movement of her hairpins as she knelt was just right, leaving no room for criticism. After all, she had spent a year learning proper etiquette upon her return from Meadow Ridge, under the guidance of the palace tutors.

Helen's cold voice pierced the air, "Raise your head, and let me see your alluring face."

Carissa obeyed, lifting her head slowly to face Helen. Although their eyes did not meet, she could feel the coldness in the older woman's gaze.

beauty. No wonder my son is

you."

chair. Standing before Carissa, Helen raised her hand, adorned

Carissa across the face.

vile woman! How dare you

son?"

the slap could land, Carissa swiftly grabbed Helen's

about to speak when Carissa said Your Highness, if you wish to punish this humble servant, please instruct the palace maids to do so. Thave practiced martial arts since childhood and possess inner

not harm you, Your Highness. But if you insist on striking me personally, please forgive my offense

the battlefield, where she had

seem like a

risk getting hurt by thi woman. She withdrew her hand and glanced at the elderly maid beside her. Knowing

be slapped upon the first meeting was an immense humiliation Helen wanted Carissa to know this was just the

command, he raise his hand to strike

sent flying, landing heavily on the high-backed chair where Helen had been sitting moments before! He spat out a mouthful of blood and passed ou instantly. Helen was horrified. She had been watching Carissa closely, and the girl hadn't

cared the male servant out,