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.

exclaimed, shaking off his astonishment. “Lord Lewis, the Garrison Unit’s chief, is here too. Locate them,

slammed shut

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

a cold and commanding voice, she declared, “No one is

stepped back, looking

her household soldiers as she walked further

faced nearly thirty household soldiers. While these soldiers had proven ineffective against Rafael, they were more than capable of handling Barrett and the four

men. However, many in the room had never encountered anything like what lay within the dungeon. Such items were strictly forbidden for any residence to possess privately, and doing so would be

just of this being exposed, but also of

Barrett saw the dungeon door close, he realized Michael might not find the entrance in time even if the latter stormed the western courtyard. They

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man in black had to be Rafael. He had exposed the secrets in Harmony Palace. How dare he run off

Anger boiled within Barrett.

them!” Eleanor shouted, her voice laced with fury. “What are you waiting for? If they live, you will all die! This is a crime punishable by death and confiscation of your

household soldiers let out battle

particularly skilled. He took the lead, swinging his blade with a loud clash as

he took a deep breath. If he

shouted amidst the chaos. “The capital and garrison guards are here. They’ll be here any moment. You’re unaware of the danger you’re in! Don’t

Barrett first!” Eleanor barked, gripping