Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Carissa pinched his cheek playfully. "If you stop scowling in front of her, she won't think you're going to lecture her."

Rafael caught her hand and, with a playful peck on her lips, replied with a smile, "I can't help it—it's just my natural aura."

"You often smile when you're with me, don't you? You should smile more at her too."

Rafael nodded. "Alright, I'll do as you say."

Carissa went out to give instructions, telling the servants not to bring food to Helen's room. Instead, Carissa would personally invite her to the dining hall.

Helen was a bit fidgety, and asked several times how Rafael was feeling today.

Carissa reassured, "He's in a good mood."

Relieved, Helen followed Carissa to the dining hall. Rafael was already seated and, upon seeing her, stood up and greeted her. "Mom, you're here."

His tall, upright figure, combined with his habitual calm demeanor, conveyed the imposing presence of a seasoned general.

Then, in a show of obedience to his wife's advice, Rafael slowly smiled at Helen.

Helen was taken aback.

smile or a cold grin before

nodded and said, "Sit

around, she felt assured that Rafael wouldn't exhibit any signs

later, Kiera and

in silence, with no exchange of words or glances between

showing how attentive she was to Helen's

significantly brighten. She even enjoyed an extra

the meal, as coffee was served and the servants cleared the dishes, Helen suddenly felt a wave of emotion and

why, but she felt a mix

this what she had hoped for all along? Her children were by her side, quietly enjoying a meal together. There were no complaints from her son, no scolding, no reprimands, and no signs of impatience

coffee, they chatted about the current happenings. One of the matters that came up

said, "The

I've heard that General Warren took her to Jadehill Estate to apologize, but the

up running awa at

matters in

actions. She didn't take Aurora's words

was reflecting

brows and interjected, "How can she not care?

to bully. If she is so

Madaly have them beaten