Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

"Huh?" "What?"

In the main hall, both Rafael and Carissa were taken aback by the words of Trevor's wife, Mildred. They exchanged glances that spoke volumes of their confusion. Neither of them knew how to respond.

"This matter really has to be entrusted to you, Prince Rafael, Lady Carissa," Mildred sighed, the wrinkles at the corners of her eyes crinkling.

Carissa said with a troubled look, "But shouldn't matchmaking be handled by a professional matchmaker? Or at least a government-appointed matchmaker, or someone of high moral standing? I'm still quite young. I really can't bear this heavy responsibility." Mildred sighed deeply again. "You may laugh at us for saying this, but my granddaughter has always been well-behaved and sensible, except when it comes to her marriage. I've secretly scouted several suitable matches for her in the past, but she hasn't liked any of them. She insists on marrying only that man. We've tried to persuade her repeatedly, but she refuses to listen. She's adamant about marrying him, and is even sulking with us over it. She won't hear a word from her mother.

"Seeing her so stubborn, we figured he's a decent man, so why not let her marry him? As long as she's happy, that's what matters. But when we sent a matchmaker to propose, he declined, claiming he didn't want to hold up our granddaughter. Reluctantly, we've come to seek your help. After all, you returned from the Southern Frontier together, and he respects you. I thought you would stand a chance if you tried to persuade him."

Trevor chimed in, "Honestly, whether this marriage can be arranged or not isn't the main concern. I just want to understand why he doesn't want our granddaughter. He says he's afraid of hindering her future, but I believe that's just an excuse. If it's about that, then wouldn't marrying anyone else be a delay as well? Don't you agree, Your Highness, Your Grace?"

Carissa parted her lips slightly, unsure of how to respond.

She knew the reason all too well. Thomas wasn't genuinely interested in marriage. He was merely spreading rumors so that Viola would move on.

she couldn't just say

from Eleanor's birthday banquet, where she had gifted the grand princess an orchid painting by Kyle. It was Rosalind who had confirmed its

was

her reputation echoing throughout the city and

the kingdom.

Who

marry, every representative

only had eyes for Thomas, a man who had once been married If Rosalind married him,

to regret it soon after. Now, they

the reality of everyday life. There was a risk that Rosalind might be idealizing Thomas and thought of

help that foolish girl move

you think of this match? If Thomas agrees, will you truly consent to

"What good

disagree? Rosalind may seem gentle, but she's as stubborn as a hot iron