Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 278

After seeing off Evelyn and Viola, Carissa sat in the living room for a while, lost in thought.

What was Barrett's attitude towards this marriage? Wasn't he only in love with Aurora?

Carissa remembered how Aurora had once come to her with such haughty disdain.

How would Aurora feel now, knowing that a new lady of the house had appeared so soon? Would she think that her earlier arrogance was utterly laughable?

Although Viola wasn't the easiest person to deal with, she was from the Earl of Silverston's family, making her the most suitable choice for managing the household. Moreover, Rebecca would likely be very pleased with this daughter-in-law.

Even though it was Viola's second marriage, the substantial dowry and the capable family background were qualities that Rebecca appreciated. She had always favored a daughter-in-law from a strong family. Aurora had said she would not engage in disputes with women, but would she still contest this new arrangement? Would she become the very person she despised

most?

Carissa was curious, but had no intention of investigating further.

However, although Carissa did not seek information, someone from the Warren family visited-specifically, Barrett's second aunt, Charlotte.

discussing matters related to the Warren family. It seemed she had chosen. to spare

Carissa's trousseau. The items

clothes for Ryan, including

embroidered the cover, and it was filled with intricate floral patterns symbolizing a lifetime of happiness. She also prepared a day

pair of gold bracelets with stag and dove motifs,

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marriages and the lives of children. While these were ordinary designs

amount.

had been suffering from the misfortunes of the main branch, so they didn't have many valuable items to offer. The

She immediately tried to decline, saying,

glared at her. "If you refuse them, it will be seen as disrespect. I know that these gifts might seem insignificant to you, but they represent my heartfelt intentions. You must accept them." Given

sincerely, saying, "Thank you for your efforts, and for personally making clothes for Ryan and

if you didn't like them, I have nothing else to offer. Luckily, I bought these bracelets in advance. Otherwise, that money would have had to be scraped together for Barrett's wedding. Realizing she had spoken out

offhand comment about Barrett's wedding was particularly irksome to herself, as his wedding date coincided

take it as an interesting anecdote from