Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Such a large-scale search naturally caught Helen's attention. She had gone to bed early and was fast asleep when the commotion outside woke her. Gillian, who was sleeping in the same room, was asked to check what was happening. When Helen heard that a servant had stolen Violet's Mystic Pearl earrings, her anger flared.

"Our household provides a much better life than other estates. The person who stole the earrings doesn't appreciate that. If I catch them, I'll have their arms broken!" Helen exclaimed.

"Lady Carissa has arrived," someone announced from outside.

"Why is she here instead of handling things outside? I'm already in bed," said Helen, reluctant to leave her warm bed amidst the cold night air.

"Mother." Carissa strode in confidently, alone.

She knew that the Mystic Pearl earrings would be found in Janice's quarters. Since Janice originally served under Helen, she should decide how to deal with her once the earrings were found.

Helen's displeasure evaporated the moment she saw Carissa, and a warm, inviting smile pulled at her lips. "What brings you here? It's a chilly night, and you didn't even put on extra layers. Come, have a seat."

Carissa nodded respectfully. She was aware her mother-in-law preferred to stay in bed, so she settled on the edge of it.

"I'm sorry to have disturbed you so late, Mother. It's my fault for not managing the household more strictly."

"Oh, it's not a big deal. It's just that it's quite the fuss at this hour. Why not search tomorrow instead?" Helen asked as she yawned.

easily dispose of the earrings. They're

as if asking the latter to continue showing off how

we can't hold out without a cup. I

drink it at this hour, I won't be able

stay awake. If we catch the thief, you can reprimand them. Your status alone would be enough to intimate them and make sure they never do it

heard the implications

daughter-in-law's words. While

Helen's status was indeed

never really involved

few words of

be enough

anyone.

was always efficient in handling matters. So, it didn't make sense that a minor thief issue would be brought to Helen in the middle of the night, let alone for her to be expected to intimidate anyone. Clearly, Carissa already knew who

everyone in the room. "Who among you took it? Return it now while Carissa is still here, and I might still be able to plead for your

ones serving

fuss by coming to her room in the middle of the night, it