Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Before long, Ryan returned in his new clothes.

Over the past few months, he had grown taller. The outfit, which had been custom-made, fit him perfectly. The white silk satin was embroidered with rabbits, and the outfit featured a small cape made of leather with a black exterior and blue lining. The hood of the cape, when draped over his back, gave him the appearance of a young hero. His hair was tied up with a blue silk ribbon, making him look both adorable and festive.

"Let me see," Carissa said, holding his hand and inspecting him from top to bottom. His freshly powdered face was still flushed and warm, but he wore a beaming smile. "Gosh! Is this our boy, Ryan? I almost didn't recognize you. You look truly wonderful."

Ryan blushed slightly. "Those are just things to say to little kids, Aunt Carissa. I'm not a little kid anymore."

"Of course you are," Carissa said with affection. "In my eyes, you will always be a little kid."

She hugged him, feeling the warmth of family.

Sally smiled, and added, "Lord Ryan, you look so handsome. When you grow up, you'll surely be a brave and formidable man-a true hero."

Ryan loved being called a hero, and he immediately offered a piece of candy he had been saving to Sally. "Here's some candy, miss. Thank you for all your hard work."

smile. "Thank you,

took Ryan's hand. "Alright, let's go play. We'll come back to

in the afternoon, and forty-five minutes after that, the bride would depart. So, it was

place at dusk, around five in the evening. Since it was winter, they should reach Hell Monarch Estate by then and begin the ceremony. Although it wasn't a rushed affair, preparations

began to

midday, Carissa was fully dressed in her wedding gown and wore her phoenix

and a delicate rose was painted at the center of her brow-its petals vivid and full of life. The

into her wedding attire and had her makeup done, the ladies from the Sinclair family gathered to observe. They were in awe of Carissa under the deft hands of Elegance Atelier's staff, and they couldn't help but tease

the most beautiful woman in the capital is truly

beautiful? When her veil is lifted

truth? A girl this beautiful-whoever marries her is

fortunate. They will surely have a