Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Eleanor smiled coldly. "Why the hurry? To accomplish that, we still need Helen to step in."

"Aunt Helen?" Jessica's anger flared as she recalled their previous confrontation when Helen and Carissa had demanded money from them. "She's allied with Carissa now. Can she still be of any use to us?" Eleanor slowly picked up her cup and took a sip. "She may not heed our words, but psychological tactics always work on her. There is someone who can handle this matter."

Jessica's eyes brightened. "Psychological tactics? You mean Aunt Dakota?"

She slapped her thigh. "Mom, you think of everything! Aunt Dakota's daughter-in-law, Adelaide, has a daughter. Then, there's Kendrick's concubines too. Inez has a son and a daughter, while Matilda has a daughter and is currently pregnant.

"If Aunt Helen finds out about Matilda's pregnancy, she will undoubtedly be eager to push Rafael to take a concubine. If that sparks a quarrel between them, it will be quite entertaining." Eleanor sipped her coffee leisurely.

When it cooled, she asked for a fresh cup, then said, "They will never be united in purpose-there will always be conflict and friction between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law. It's up to us to stir the pot. Helen is easy to manipulate. As long as she and Carissa are at odds, using Helen will be straightforward."

"You're right, Mom," Jessica agreed, nodding.

Eleanor pondered for a moment, then added, "In any case, we should aim to make Rafael's household chaotic and unsettled. Ideally, it will be like the Warren family. That will force Rafael to focus on his household affairs and neglect other matters."

on Rafael's household, she trusted that her mother had

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sat at her vanity in her bedroom. As she gazed into the mirror, she studied her reflection. Her cheeks were slightly rounded, giving her a full, lustrous appearance that was traditionally associated with great

Vivian, asked, "My lady, you've been gazing at the mirror for a while. Has

do you think I look good?" Serena asked, touching her fair and supple

naturally beautiful," Vivian

how do I compare to Carissa?" Serena pressed

brightly. "My lady, you're naturally livelier and

of pride. "Find that headpiece Carissa gifted me... No,

Jessica would arrange everything

came, she couldn't afford to appear shabby. Otherwise, how

happy about,