Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Helen cast a covert glance at Carissa, who appeared relaxed. A faint smile graced her lips.

It was undeniable that Carissa's face was exceptionally beautiful, radiating a clear and refreshing charm.

Helen's curiosity was piqued. "Aren't you afraid of Grand Princess Eleanor?"

Carissa responded with a question of her own, "Why should I be afraid of her?"

"She's the grand princess, the current king's aunt. Even the late king was lenient with her. She controls at least half of the political connections in the capital. Her words alone can tarnish your reputation overnight," said Helen.

Carissa remained indifferent. "Didn't you say I'm fearless and lack awareness? Why should I fear a tarnished reputation? If she spreads rumors about me, the hero who reclaimed the Southern Frontier, even her status as the grand princess won't save her from the scorn of scholars everywhere."

Helen thought that while speaking about these matters might seem easy, offending Eleanor could lead to retaliation that was hard to handle.

Pearls and three thousand silver coins had been challenging, yet Carissa had managed

a matter of a few words. It was also due to the many martial artists and figures from

control over the noble families of the capital, but she was deeply intimidated by these martial artists. She

someone to steal a

the curtain and instructed

didn't want to go

was already aware of The Gilded Tower's poor business from previous conversations. However, knowing about it and seeing it firsthand were two

buy some gifts for tomorrow's visit. My master and everyone else are waiting for me at Northwatch Estate. I plan to buy some jewelry for my guild seniors. Since I have to spend money, it might as well be at The Gilded Tower. After all, you have a significant share in it,

Helen couldn't argue further. If she was going to spend money anyway, it was better to support her own family's shop and boost its revenue. That way, there would be less frequent talk about

drew to a close, families who had earned money would often buy jewelry for their wives. The business at The Gilded Tower, during favorable marriage dates and year-end, was usually at its peak. The carriage stopped outside The

the end of the year, discounted jewelry on the first floor made business

was astonished. Didn't they tell her that business was slow? How could