Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Carissa continued to count the money. When the banknotes fell short, gold bars were brought out to make up the difference.

It seemed Eleanor had substantial reserves-producing over two hundred thousand silver coins was not difficult for her.

Carissa had underestimated Eleanor:

Over the years, Eleanor had supported the household soldiers, maintained hundreds of servants, frequently hosted guests, and adorned herself in luxurious clothing and fine jewelry. Every piece of her attire was of the highest quality.

Yet, seeing Eleanor's pained expression as she handed over the money, Carissa knew this sum was hitting Eleanor where it hurt.

This time, they had completely ripped off the mask of civility between them.

At least, Carissa had recovered what was rightfully theirs and what had been deceitfully taken. There was no loss on her part. As for the rift, it was nothing new. There was no need to maintain the facade of hypocritical harmony.

With that, Carissa made her way out.

Eleanor and Jessica watched as Carissa walked away. There was none of the politeness from when she first arrived. Her straightened back radiated an air of arrogance and defiance.

"Carissal" Eleanor ground her teeth in frustration; but at this moment, she was powerless to do anything.

equally distraught. "All the hard work over the years has gone to waste, all because of that

due to your negligence. How could you let

if I took them back to fronridge Estate, my mother-in-law would discover that I was managing The Gilded

another location? You don't only have one residence to use. If nothing else, why not destroy them after every

our shops, only The Gilded Tower has paid its taxes in full. We kept the account books

gone. and having been discarded by Barrett, she's clearly got nothing left to lose. It's not worth clashing with someone like that. Just make sure your other dealings are clean, so she doesn't get

nothing to do with her of

you hear

sight of parting with so much

Understood?"

"Got it."

was determined

Helen exited Harmony Palace, they saw Rafael and Dylan waiting on horseback at the end of

up and asked Carissa, "Is

The weather was extremely chilly, and the biting wind was harsh. He didn't know how long he

her hand on his to stop him from dismounting. His hands were as cold as ice, so she quickly