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.

daughter-in-law, Jessica, who was engaged in conversation with Serena. She

years, how could she

spreading rumors. They had ultimately reaped

Helen had been introduced

kind

refined taste in food, and the pastries were particularly delightful. Margaret was simply there to enjoy a good meal. The flatterers were out in

surface, they praised Carissa's military achievements but implied that she was difficult to manage and would be hard to control as a future

that Eleanor had orchestrated this, aiming to sow discord between

smiled, then stepped forward and said, "Aunt Helen, my cousin is about to marry Carissa. Although Carissa holds the position of

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second wife for my cousin would

clearly disliked Carissa but was pleased with Serena, would likely be influenced by their words, especially in front of so many

that this proposal would be

for so long

disgust Carissa somehow using Serena,