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!”

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 a title for a

difference between women fighting on the

the 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

after the court session. By the way, His Highness

truly materialized. While it was rare for women to

status of women in this era was rather low, a fact the queen dowager often lamented. So, when Aurora became a female general, Victoria was overjoyed

is trying to maintain their brotherly bond as well as his loyalty as a subject. However, he also recognizes

he’s thinking about the bigger picture. If he didn’t, the court would descend into chaos. His Majesty wants to rely

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

with a hint of realization. “Is

you thought this way,

Ryan to inherit the Duke

He wanted to let you live a peaceful life. He believes you’ve endured too much unhappiness, and hopes for your future to be

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