Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

, he would understand more than she might expect if she explained things to him.

Moreover, he had heard about the massacre of their family from common people. While he knew of the tragedy, the details remained unclear to him.

Though he was only seven years old, there were some truths he needed to face.

"The ones who wiped out our family were spies from Westhaven. I didn't know you had snuck out that day, so I thought you also died in the massacre. Now, you're the only male heir of the Duke of Northwatch's family. You carry the hopes and legacy of your grandfather, uncles, father, and all the others. You must be as fearless and steadfast as they were."

As Carissa spoke, she placed her hand gently on Ryan's shoulder, observing the tears streaming from his eyes.

She continued solemnly, "As for me, I've divorced Barrett. We're no longer husband and wife, and from now on, we're strangers."

Ryan wiped his tears away in shock, his eyes wide with disbelief.

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Chapter 245

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we will marry by the

truths, veiling some

were spies from Westhaven. It was a truth that could not be hidden from Ryan. He would inevitably learn it upon their return to the capital. What she concealed was about the events that took place at Victory Pass-Ryan was not ready

feelings

warmth as she spoke, as if truly discussing someone

your grandfather once achieved, he has also accomplished. He truly reclaimed our territory

to the prince's cold, noble face. Her heart skipped a

thinking she was marrying someone she loved, and that doing so would bring happiness. However, after uttering

feeling for her-one she had never experienced

at his aunt, then pointed outside and back at her, as if asking

flushed. Since she was in the midst of deception, she decided to continue it fully and whispered,

tears, a smile