Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 298

When the question was raised, everyone realized that Carissa was absent.

It was indeed strange. Given that she was about to marry into the family, she should have been present at Helen's tea party today.

In the midst of the confusion, Helen said coolly, "This tea party of mine isn't an event that just anyone can attend "

Her words made everyone understand the situation-Helen clearly did not favor her future daughter-in-

law.

That made sense.

Though Carissa came from a distinguished family and had military achievements, she was a woman who had once divorced. Rafael was a prince, and he was far above her in status.

Whispers and murmurs spread among the guests. Margaret felt uncomfortable, and disapproved of Helen's behavior. Even if Helen didn't like Carissa, the marriage had already been confirmed, and a certain level of decorum should be maintained.

at her daughter-in-law, Jessica, who was engaged in conversation with

she

undermine Carissa's reputation by spreading rumors. They had ultimately

approaching, Helen had been introduced to

what kind of

to ignore it, focusing instead on enjoying the tea and pastries. Helen had a refined taste in food, and the pastries were particularly delightful. Margaret was simply there to enjoy a good meal. The flatterers were out in full force. Hearing Helen's remark, many began to speak ill of Carissa. It was unclear whether Eleanor had intentionally arranged it or if someone was

the surface, they praised Carissa's military achievements but implied that she was difficult to manage and would be hard to control as a future daughter-in-law. They suggested that even the relationship between mother-in-law and

It was likely that Eleanor had orchestrated this, aiming to sow

Helen, my cousin is about to marry Carissa. Although Carissa holds the position of deputy commander of the Mystic Army, it's only an honorary title. I'm afraid she might not serve my cousin well. I think

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a second wife for my cousin would be a good

Helen. They knew that Helen, who clearly disliked Carissa but was

that this proposal would be

Carissa being talked about for so long Carissa was just a discarded woman-how could she so easily

disgust Carissa somehow using Serena,