Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

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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.

had visited once before when Ryan had returned. At that time, she had avoided discussing matters related to the

Carissa's trousseau. The items were neither numerous nor particularly luxurious, but

a set of clothes for Ryan, including shoes and

intricate floral patterns symbolizing a lifetime

was a pair of gold bracelets with stag

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

amount.

from the misfortunes of the main branch, so they didn't have many valuable

such an expensive gift. She immediately tried to decline, saying, "I appreciate the clothes and the quilt,

disrespect. I know that these gifts might seem

efforts, and for personally making clothes for Ryan and me. The gifts are very precious, and

Otherwise, that money would have had to be scraped together for Barrett's wedding. Realizing she

offhand comment about Barrett's wedding was particularly irksome

smiled gently, "It's alright. I don't mind. I'll take