Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 404

Helen's words drew scornful glances from everyone present towards Heather.

Heather felt a mix of grievance and shame. She looked at Carissa, hoping the latter might say something on her behalf. Yet Carissa's expression remained indifferent, her eyes betraying no emotion. Heather had no choice but to give up.

However, Heather silently resented Carissa.

How could she not speak up for her own aunt? How would she face Melanie in the afterlife after acting this way?

Everyone continued chatting for a while before Eleanor finally returned. After the customary exchanges of greetings, everyone resumed their seats.

As if the tension between them had never existed, Carissa greeted Eleanor with a respectful nod. Eleanor was even better at masking her feelings, and she gave Carissa a warm, attentive glance. Victoria inquired about Ruth, and Eleanor replied, "Mom's health has improved somewhat, but she won't be joining us for the New Year's Eve celebration tonight. With the cold weather, she needs to avoid. worsening her condition."

"Of course. I'll have the royal physician pay extra attention to her. Don't worry too much," Victoria reassured.

"Thank you, Your Majesty," Eleanor said.

As it was nearly time for the feast, the palace servants came to escort them. Everyone stood and followed Victoria to the dining hall.

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the king and queen displayed their harmonious affection, though everyone knew Salvador's current favorite was a concubine named Sylvia. Tonight,

gaze frequently wandered toward Rafael and Carissa. The Hell Monarch and his wife. were indeed affectionate. While seated, Rafael would pick out dishes for his wife

Salvador's gaze towards them was particularly complex, though it quickly returned

Salvador had originally intended to bring Carissa into the

Sylvia's gaze towards Carissa

cold, deep-seated jealousy. Fortunately, Carissa

the Hell Monarch's

admiration for Carissa's e

prevent him from coveting his

his

Sylvia was a woman, once one's eyes were drawn to Carissa, it was hard to look

his status, he could have married any noblewoman he wished. To choose a woman who

for Carissa, and this disdain extended to

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throughout, his gaze sweeping over each face, trying to discern

some matters needed to be addressed