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!”

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

of difference between women fighting on the battlefield

Army but also 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 answer

suspect the official appointment will come after the court session. By

truly materialized. While it was rare for women to serve at court

was rather low, a fact the queen dowager often lamented. So, when Aurora became a female general, Victoria was overjoyed

has always been cautious, reserved, and yielding. The king sees this. He knows Raf is trying to maintain their brotherly bond as well as his loyalty as a

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

solve anything. In that case, I think it’s better to

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Chapter 721

Jacob’s

of realization. “Is that also how

thought this way,

Jacob 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 him grow. So, sometimes, it’s better

“His Highness 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