Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Frederick wiped his eyes as he approached Carissa. "My lady, the bridal carriage will soon arrive. Please hurry and touch up your makeup." Now that her master and fellow guild members were here, Carissa felt a pang of reluctance as the time drew near for her to marry.

She hesitated, and asked, "Could we delay by two hours?"

"That's not possible, my lady. You must complete the ceremony within the allocated time."

Winona took her hand gently. "Come, let's get your makeup sorted out. It's a joyful day, so why are you crying and fussing? That's inappropriate. We've come to see you off, and we'll accompany you to Hell Monarch Estate. We have seats reserved there for the wedding banquet."

Carissa blinked, her eyes misty. "So, Prince Rafael knows all of you are coming?"

"He does, but he didn't know that you were unaware."

Well, if that was the case, Rafael hadn't withheld the information from her.

With her mood steadied, Carissa stood and bowed in thanks to the heads of the various guilds and their apprentices who had come to offer their blessings to her.

"There's no need for thanks. Hurry up and get ready." Adrian waved dismissively.

Why the need for such gratitude? This was just him calling in a favor.

her master was indeed

outside. The sound of drums filled the air as someone hurriedly reported, "The prince's wedding procession has arrived! The

loud

about it? Isn't it customary for him to come and pick up his bride? Why all

sharp gaze, the

was that Barrett would personally escort her to Valor Estate, whereas

news that Rafael had arrived with his wedding entourage, Viola

Rafael treat Carissa so well? Even after a divorce, Carissa couldn't

was skilled at disguising her emotions,

placed the white bridal veil over her head. After Carissa bid farewell to her parents and siblings in the sanctuary hall,

brides left almost simultaneously, but their entourages

only see the hem of her gown and the white satin shoes that peeked out as she moved. Her hand

matchmaker spoke many blessings. Carissa couldn't see anyone, and could only vaguely sense that she had arrived at

time to enter the carriage. Be good from now on," Adrian said softly as he approached her.

Be good.

behaved and didn't cause trouble, it would be less worrisome for him. He wouldn't have to keep waiving

girl was getting