Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 702

Salvador’s expression was a mixture of anger and confusion.

However, Derek knew him well and understood that Salvador was furious with the Royal Management

Department for their incompetence.

No one believed Heather could be behind this. Even if it were her, there was no way she would have bribed Janice with all that jewelry and money just to speak favorably of herself. There was more to this than met the eye.

If Rafael thought there was nothing suspicious, he wouldn’t have sent the maid back to the pa

palace. He must have discovered something but chose not to investigate further, opting to send her back to the Royal Management Department instead. This attitude made it clear he wanted to avoid getting too entangled in the mess.

Yet, the Royal Management Department hadn’t obtained any useful information after the maid was sent

to them.

How could Salvador not be furious?

to keep her alive. Even if she’s hanging on by a thread, continue interrogating

Salvador felt like an unseen hand was manipulating events from the shadows–almost like someone had laid out

like that feeling

Majesty!” Derek responded

hour of interrogation, Derek

Majesty, she named one person. She claimed it was Grand Princess Eleanor who instructed her to do this. As for why she pointed the finger at Lady Heather, she feared retaliation against her family from Grand Princess Eleanor and was too

dead?” Salvador

time I left, she was barely breathing. She’s probably gone now.”

Rafael back to the palace tomorrow. It’s been a while since I’ve had a proper conversation with him.

carried out the orders, he returned to the inner

to step back quietly when Salvador asked, “Do you believe

assumptions, but… Janice was indeed tortured, and in the end, she didn’t appear to

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is a spiteful woman. The Duke of Northwatch refused to marry her all those years ago, and she still holds a grudge over that. I suspect it was only after Aunt Helen left the palace to live in Hell Monarch Estate that she bribed Janice. Did Janice mention what messages she delivered to Aunt

a reward. For instance, she sent news about visitors to Hell Monarch Estate, whom Lady Carissa met, and what important matters were discussed with the ladies of noble families. Also, the most significant reward she received was

Gracehold’s family!” Salvador’s gaze grew cold. “I heard Samuel took a liking to a courtesan, who

unverified,”