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!”

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.

of difference between women fighting on the battlefield and serving at

Capital Guard, the Garrison Unit, the Royal Guard, and the Crown Guard. The latter was directly tied to the king. While they might feign respect, they would ultimately answer to

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

While

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

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

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 into chaos. His Majesty wants to rely on the prince, but he also fears

on the surface. They don’t actually solve anything. In that case, I think it’s better to take decisive action.

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Chapter 721

Jacob’s

a hint of realization. “Is that also how you feel, Your

you thought this way,

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

power struggles. He wanted to let you live a peaceful life. He believes you’ve endured too much unhappiness, and hopes