Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 721

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After leaving the palace, Rafael made a quick stop at the estate to update Jacob, who had just fallen asleep, instructing him to wait until Carissa woke up before telling her the news.

As soon as Jacob heard the news, he was wide awake. He had planned to ask Carissa to take him to see his sister once she was up, but now, he found himself pondering the implications of the king’s unexpected

actions.

Sleep was no longer an option.

When Carissa finally got up and dressed, Jacob approached her directly.

*His Highness returned just now and mentioned that the king plans to promote you to the commander of the Mystic Army. You’ll oversee the Capital Guard, the Garrison Unit, the Royal Guard, and the Crown Guard. However, I haven’t quite grasped the king’s intention behind this move.

Carissa could hardly believe it. “A real position with work and authority?”

“Yes!”

serving at court in our kingdom. Even when Aurora distinguished herself in battle, she was only assigned to a guard unit. And while I technically hold the title of deputy commander, I’ve never been allowed to interfere with the Mystic Army’s affairs. It’s just

between women fighting on the

the Mystic Army but also the Capital Guard, the Garrison Unit, the Royal Guard, and the Crown Guard. The latter

why His Majesty would do this, but I suspect the official appointment will come after the court session. By the way, His Highness mentioned that His Majesty

Carissa found it strange, she realized she would accept the position if it truly materialized. While it was rare for women

era was rather low, a fact the queen dowager often lamented. So, when Aurora

maintain their brotherly bond as well as his loyalty as a subject. However, he also recognizes that Raf doesn’t have to be this submissive, even if he

His Highness doesn’t want to create any rifts between them as brothers, as he’s thinking about the bigger picture. If he didn’t, the court would descend

serve to placote His Majesty on the surface. They don’t actually solve anything. In that case,

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Chapter 721

Jacob’s

“Is that also how you

you thought

admitted. “He said since there’s only Lord Ryan to inherit the Duke of Northwatch’s title and estate, we must protect him and help

was worried you wouldn’t want to be dragged into the royal power struggles. He wanted to let you live a peaceful life. He believes you’ve endured too much unhappiness, and hopes for your future to be calm