Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Carissa laughed, and said, "What's the rush? Your godbrother will be here soon. There's someone interested in him who wants to know his feelings, but he's already turned her down. This time, they're inviting him to clarify whether he's truly not interested or if he just has no plans to marry."

Violet's eyes brightened, and she hurried inside. "Really? Which girl has such good taste to fancy my godbrother? Come on, spill it!"

"The granddaughter of Mr. Young, Rosalind." Carissa shushed her quickly. "Don't spread this around. It might not lead anywhere."

"It's her?" Violet shot up from her seat, shock written all over her face. "Is my godbrother out of his mind? Rosalind Young! Why did he refuse? She's such a catch-gracious, loyal, talented, and stunning. Families would be fighting over her!" "Keep it down," Carissa snapped, shooting her a glare.

Violet sat back down, a huge grin on her face. "I'm just so excited! But does Ms. Young really like him? It couldn't be just a passing fancy, could it?"

"That's what worries me. I suspect your godbrother..." Carissa paused, then added, "By the way, you haven't made it official with Thomas' mother, and here you are calling him godbrother. Doesn't that seem a bit inappropriate?"

Violet waved her hand dismissively. "In the martial world, there's no such thing as inappropriate! We're just waiting for the right moment, you know? I've even gone to pay my respects to my godmother. You should have seen her face-she was so happy to have me as her goddaughter!"

"But you already have brothers. Why must you insist on calling Thomas your godbrother?"

Carissa was puzzled. Violet had never truly been interested in anyone, as she had high standards. The only reason they shared this bond was that they had grown up together.

swung her feet back and forth in

she longed for the kind of respectful brothers that Carissa had one

Before long, Thomas arrived.

Thomas had grown accustomed to a brisk pace. He never lingered when it came

he hadn't anticipated that Rafael would summon him regarding his

preferring to let things settle before addressing such matters. He laid his intentions bare, leaving nothing unsaid, hoping it would dissuade Violet

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you don't marry, she won't really let go

my family's residence to see me. I had the maid pass along a message, so she understands now and won't be a bother. My marriage plans can be put

she think it was

whole situation, and by the time she finished, Thomas' brow was still deeply furrowed. He stared blankly

like this. She's pregnant! Even if she doesn't think of herself, she should be considering her child," he

talk about

woman and worth your consideration. You can't avoid marriage forever. My godmother

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