Chapter 188

Rafael remained silent.

Was there really a difference between being called Marshal and being called Your Highness?

"Why are you waiting here?" Carissa asked,

Snapping back to the present, Rafael replied, "Oh, I wanted to see if my mom was causing you any trouble. She can be difficult to deal with, can't she? But don't worry. Once we're my residence, she won't be as audacious as she is in the palace. After all, the people in my household will listen to me and to you, not necessarily to her."

Carissa smiled. "She's not too difficult to deal with. She has caused

some trouble, but her methods are... somewhat crude and manageable."

Rafael tilted his head.

Crude methods? That was an apt description. Helen knew nothing of subtlety. She had been pampered all her life. A tantrum or a sulk would usually get her what she wanted.

"She does lack finesse. I remember the harshest method she used against Lady Dakota when I lived in the palace. When Lady Dakota was pregnant with my seventh sister, Father would always accompany her.

excuse to summon him. But she only managed to stay in the water for a moment before she jumped out, cursing and saying

the image.

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face, Rafael found it hard to look away. Amusing? I

she was not only spoiled and willful, but also unreasonable. If others. gave

granddaughter. On his deathbed, he had one last wish: to avoid any scandal that might ruin the

to leave the palace. and live with

was particularly powerful. Rather, even the most privileged young ladies from noble or official families couldn't handle

came to

Highness, we've arrived

glare. Was Dylan incapable of taking a detour? How many rounds could the carriage make around the capital

glare, wondered what he had done wrong to deserve such a

Highness, take care," said Carissa, hopping out of

at Rafael and entered the estate

should we head straight back to your

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