Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 197

When Carisse entered the venue, she was the center of attention.

Many of the officials wives had already paid her a visit, but seeing

er now in her elegant attire, her beauty seemed even more ranscendent and otherworldly.

A hint of pink on her lips added a subtle flush to her already radiant complexion. Her pale cheeks, naturally smooth as silk, were gently highlighted with a touch of eyebrow pencil. A splash of green on her earlobes only enhanced her spring-like beauty, making her stand out among the finely dressed noble ladies present.

Jessica, who had also dressed up for the occasion, wore a gold- threaded pleated skirt, a pale pink silk gown embroidered with peonies, and a red coat adorned with intricate gold and silver threads. Her hair was styled in an elaborate updo, decorated with pearls and gemstones, reflecting the height of luxury and splendor.

Yet, despite her meticulous preparation, Jessica's grand appearance paled in comparison to Carissa's understated grace.

Jessica was naturally impulsive, and she couldn't hide her irritation at Carissa's refined look.

Smiling coldly, she said, "Today is my mother's birthday. You come dressed so simply, which clearly shows a lack of respect for her celebration."

it's Her Highness's birthday banquet, if I were to dress as extravagantly as you, it would only waste your efforts

at her own outfit, which was indeed splendidly matched. But Carissa's implication about her

hard to swallow. "Are you saying that I'm

doesn't matter as long as the intention is sincere." Carissa glanced around at the other ladies with a

speak up, but some stifled their

Carissa must be unaware of the tro ble she was stirring by making Jessica look

among the guests. Her gaze briefly swept over them, and she saw a flicker of light

felt a hint of

was rather

her former mother-in-law. Eleanor had invited Rebecca, and Carissa could almost guess the topics of conversation that had been carried out before her arrival. But why

was paying Carissa any attention, Jessical couldn't

discussing you. Rebecca is truly pitiful-she's so sick because of you, and you won't even allow Sebastian to treat

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Eleanor wanted to voice something but couldn't due to her

mild rebuke. "Jessica, be respectful.