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!”

was genuinely shocked. “There’s never been a precedent for a woman 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,

of difference between women fighting on

Guard. The latter was directly tied to the king. While they might

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 would personally issue a royal edict,”

it strange, she realized she would accept the position if it truly materialized. While it was rare for women to serve at court during this era,

often lamented. So, when Aurora became

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

create any rifts between them as brothers, as he’s thinking about the bigger picture. If he didn’t, the court would descend into chaos. His Majesty wants to rely on the prince, but he also fears him, which is why there’s such

case, I think it’s better to take decisive

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Chapter 721

Jacob’s

a hint of realization. “Is that

thought this

only Lord Ryan to inherit the Duke of Northwatch’s title and estate, we must protect him and help him

hesitated before continuing. “His Highness was worried you wouldn’t want to be dragged into the royal power struggles. He wanted to let you live a peaceful