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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and we will marry by the end of the year. If you're wondering why I'm marrying him, it all

veiling some aspects and fabricating

Westhaven. It was a truth that could not be hidden from Ryan. He would inevitably

she and Rafael had developed feelings for each other on the battlefield, which was why they

genuine warmth as she spoke, as if truly discussing someone she

capable. What your grandfather once achieved, he has also accomplished. He truly reclaimed our territory at the Southern Frontier. He's a hero, and he found you for me. I am very grateful to him, and... I have feelings for

feelings for Rafael, her mind briefly flashed to the prince's cold, noble face. Her heart skipped a beat and

to deceive Ryan into thinking she was marrying someone she loved, and that doing

feeling for her-one

pointed outside and back

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

with tears, a smile began to emerge