Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 275

Salvador's desire to settle the score on Carissa's behalf by arranging for Barrett to marry a woman who had been divorced after just a year seemed rather pointed.

Ironically, Carissa had also been married to Barrett for only a year before their separation.

It was possible Viola might not agree to this match. But since it was the king's edict, it left her with little choice.

The visit from Evelyn and Viola might have been an attempt to gauge what kind of person Barrett was. Salvador's actions made Carissa feel that she might be dragging

Viola into this situation.

This wasn't settling a score for Carissa, but creating an enemy for her.

It seemed necessary for Carissa to meet Viola, at least to clear the air and prevent any hostility towards the Duke of Northwatch's family. It didn't matter much for Carissa's own sake, but she wanted to avoid creating lingering resentment toward the Duke of Northwatch's household, as Ryan would eventually take charge of it.

Rafael noticed the concern etched on her brow, and said, "The visit from the matriarch of the Earl of Silverstone's family is probably to inquire about your divorce from Barrett. This matter might have caused quite a stir outside, but they're reasonable people. They know that rumors might not always be true. As you were personally involved, they'll need to hear from you to get a clear understanding."

about the affairs of Carissa's

he would first check in with Frederick, who

he were the

There was no need to hire much more staff, and those who were recently hired couldn't be fully

one of the reasons Rafael frequently

for a while, he prepared to leave. He had a stack of documents awaiting his attention. As a new official at the Supreme Court, the cumbersome paperwork made his eyes ache

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laws. As the Minister of Justice, he had to master the era's

instinctively kept her distance. Carissa knew she had to manage her own feelings. She was set to spend her life. with Rafael, but she needed to ensure that her heart stayed under control and didn't

to take concubines, such promises weren't always under his control. Even Samuel, who was a man of high status, had received concubines from his superiors. It wasn't unimaginable for Salvador and Helen to arrange a few more for Rafael

bloodline was crucial. Royal relatives would also keep an eye on Rafael's offspring. If there were fewer than expected,

those who managed to keep

could harbor feelings of gratitude, she could not afford to let her heart become

however, was difficult to control. The mind might say not to

invitation to Silverstone Estate requesting that Evelyn and Viola visit

but Evelyn and Viola arrived in less