Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 709

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On the ground lay bundles of arrows and several crossbows. There were also rows of knives and swords, along with a selection of bows. A few large barrels were stacked in one corner.

As Rafael approached, the pungent scent of gunpowder wafted toward him. The barrels were sealed tight and covered with several layers of material. Yet, the unmistakable smell of gunpowder lingered in the air.

The area where the barrels sat wasn’t illuminated. The only source of light was at the entrance to the dungeon.

Rafael turned around just as Eleanor’s household soldiers arrived. Their eyes widened in shock at the flickering light illuminating the dungeon. Many stood frozen, momentarily forgetting to confront the

assassins.

Rafael stepped forward with his sword drawn, taking down several household soldiers in quick succession. It was then that he spotted Barrett entering with a handful of capital guards.

Barrett barely had time to take in the scene before he charged toward the so–called assassin, weapon raised.

Rafael exchanged a few blows with Barrett, who was momentarily distracted when they locked eyes with each other in the dim light. Seizing the opportunity, Rafael darted up the stairs, ascending three steps at a time and leaving the dungeon swiftly.

Barrett paused, taking in the surroundings wide–eyed, his heart pounding with shock. He took a deep breath and exchanged glances with the other capital guards.

Brown!” he exclaimed, shaking off his astonishment. “Lord Lewis, the Garrison Unit’s chief, is here too.

dungeon door slammed shut behind

in her hand. She raised it, pointing it at the capital guard attempting to rush out

voice, she declared, “No one is allowed

stepped back, looking

Eleanor coldly ordered her household soldiers as she

these soldiers had proven ineffective against Rafael,

in the room had never encountered anything like what lay within the dungeon. Such items were strictly forbidden for any residence to

soldiers felt fear–not just of this being exposed, but also of Eleanor’s potential to

might not find the entrance in time even if the latter stormed the western courtyard. They could

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in black had to be Rafael. He had exposed the secrets in Harmony Palace.

Anger boiled within Barrett.

laced with fury. “What are you waiting for? If they live,

battle

him weren’t particularly skilled. He took the lead, swinging his blade with a loud clash as it met another weapon, sending a shockwave

his opponents were tough, he took a deep breath. If he wasn’t careful, this could be

the chaos. “The capital and garrison guards are here. They’ll be here any moment. You’re unaware of the danger you’re in!

Barrett first!” Eleanor barked, gripping her sword