Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 186

Carissa felt a strange sense of unease, though she couldn't quite put her finger on it-something like hostility, yet not quite. Especially after Salvador had ended his remarks with that enigmatic smile. What did he mean by she was already defending Rafael? It was baffling.

She paused before speaking, "Your Majesty, in wa are, there are no absolutely foolproof decisions, especially during decisive battles. It's practically taking a gamble. Our strategy for attacking Simonton City was sound. Minor errors should be forgiven, considering we ultimately reclaimed the Southern Frontier and achieved victory."

Salvador burst into hearty laughter. "I only asked a question or two. Look at you, so nervous. There's no need to worry. I was just asking out of curiosity."

Carissa felt her back dampen with sweat.

It was hardly a casual inquiry. Salvador had seemed so serious. It was almost as if he was ready to lay blame on someone!

Holding Rafael accountable for the mistakes of his soldiers seemed unnecessary, especially since they had successfully reclaimed the Southern Frontier. Yet, Salvador's intentions were hard to decipher. Feeling it was best not to linger, Carissa bowed and said, "I won't disturb Your Majesties any longer. I will take my leave."

Victoria, who had been listening with a stern expression, softened. slightly. "You may go."

As Carissa reached the door and turned to leave, she took Lulu's

hand. Lulu's palm was sweaty, just like Carissa's. Salvador's sudden arrival, his lack of small talk, and the seemingly accusatory nature of his questions had frightened Lulu. Watching Carissa depart, Salvador's gaze slowly shifted back to Victoria. Meeting his mother's stern eyes, he felt an unspoken tension and chuckled.

scared

sighed. "Why did

She was a bit like when she was younger. though she's changed a lot since

hardships these past years. Do you find comfort in unsettling her, in seeing her worried? Son, if you

I upset you? Alright, I won't tease her

for Derek. "Bring the list of gifts I've prepared for my younger

mother to review.

Victoria's expression softened a

more the queen dowager read, the more satisfied she seemed.

market, such as gold and

the highest quality. This included over twenty rolls of

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wooden chests, wardrobes, and other large items. These items were made

were also several jewelry boxes

"Why did you even

have a bond from our youth. I was very close to Zion, and now that he's gone, I want to

Sinclair was Carissa's third