Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

After three rounds of toasts, Adrian and the apprentices from the Pathfinders Guild stood up to offer their own. It wasn't just Adrian whom people were impressed by-even if only Kyle were present, their presence commanded respect. When they came to make toasts, even the prime minister stood up to reciprocate.

Trevor was the one who had initially secured this marriage, so Adrian toasted him. Adrian drank the entire cup, while Trevor only took a small sip, which was enough to show his respect as the royal chancellor. Also, considering his health, excessive drinking wouldn't be advisable.

Carissa's eyes reddened as she watched the Pathfinders Guild members rise to make toasts.

They were undoubtedly there to support her. Even though the occasion was hosted by Rafael's household, the Pathfinders Guild members wanted to show everyone that this place would also be Carissa's in the future.

Though such customs were not typically observed in high-society marriages, they were martial artists. Who would dare to challenge their traditions?

Moreover, Adrian came from a noble background, and Kyle was also present.

Who would refuse them?

Who would dare criticize their actions?

As for Eleanor and Jessica, their expressions were dark throughout the event. Even when they weren't frowning, their demeanors were cold and sarcastic.

sighed softly. "Helen, I'm concerned about your future. With such a powerful daughter-in-law, you, as the mother-in-law, might find it hard to enforce any

need to be careful in your interactions with her. If

emotions today were too complex for

center of attention today, and she was pleased by Carissa's extensive dowry and connections. She felt happy for

provocation, Helen felt

a rule? If a

could today's scene be

might appear dutiful on the surface while secretly

been pampered all her life, and after she entered the palace as a concubine, her elder sister had protected her. So,

initial excitement faded, replaced by worry. Living in Rafael's residence now seemed dull

she had expected to have a

Helen fit in Hell Monarch

Helen felt disheartened.

Eleanor inwardly called Helen a

"Mom, I don't agree with what you said. No matter how influential Carissa's background is, our kingdom is governed with kindness

my husband's family, I adhered to the rules for