Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Rafael and Dylan led the way on horseback, while the carriage followed slowly behind.

Helen grasped Carissa's hand, her excitement almost impossible to contain. "I truly didn't expect you to successfully get all the money back. Others may not be aware, but I know Grand Princess Eleanor very well. She may appear amiable to everyone, but in reality, she's quite domineering."

Carissa gently pulled her hand away. "Now that you know what kind of person she is, it's best to keep interactions with her to a minimum in the future."

Helen nodded, but her expression grew worried. "I'm just concerned that if we fall out with her, she might speak ill of us in front of other ladies and tarnish our reputation."

"What's there to worry about?" Carissa said dismissively.

"Of course, you're not concerned. Your reputation is already in tatters, but I've just left the palace and can't afford to gain a bad name."

Carissa gave her mother-in-law a sidelong glance. Helen was really harsh with words, especially when speaking to those she considered her own.

Helen quickly realized her mistake and tried to clarify, "That's not what I meant. It's just that Kiera is currently looking for a husband. Eleanor has connections with many prominent families, so I'm worried she might spread rumors that could harm Kiera's reputation."

"Kiera is a high princess, and she's protected by the king and queen. She also has the backing of the Hell Monarch's household. Who would dare gossip about her? They'd be courting disaster," Carissa responded.

conversation with the queen, who seemed keen on having Logan marry Kiera. Carissa planned to

would also need to ask Logan about his intentions. After her failed marriage with Barrett, Carissa felt that simply following parental orders and the

asked after Carissa had been silent

the side. "I was just thinking about a few

half if

your money, Mother. I can't accept it from

Helen was puzzled. "If you don't want it, why did you go to such lengths to confront Grand Princess

my mother-in-law. If Aunt Eleanor and Jessica deceived you and took your money, isn't it

Helen glanced at her

daughter-in-law's calm profile,

had been reviewing the accounts. When Helen felt extremely cold, Carissa had instinctively wrapped her in a cloak to keep her warm.

remember that. I'm

was, of course, referring to the

smiled but remained

It was clear that