Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 738

Carissa didn’t argue. After all, Salvador wasn’t really asking for her opinion–he was practically issuing a direct order.

He gave her the position of commander, but at the same time, he promoted someone who had a grudge against the Hell Monarch’s household. It was a move meant to sow discord between Carissa and Rafael

Maybe Salvador thought this would give him a sense of security,

As Carissa left the palace, Derek watched her retreating figure with a worried expression. He wasn’t sure how many more tests of trust she and Rafael could withstand.

The truth was that Salvador could have appointed Barrett directly without involving the Mystic Army’s commander. If he really wanted Carissa to handle the transfer, it didn’t need to go through the Civil Department–just a simple notification would have sufficed.

But Salvador was trying hard to keep everything under his control, which only made things uncomfortable for everyone involved, including Barrett.

After leaving the palace, Carissa headed straight for the Capital Guard’s headquarters. Since it was her first day on duty, Michael and Max were already waiting for her there with their men. Fortunately, no one seemed to pay much attention to the bruise around her eye. Or if they did notice, they at least had the decency not to stare.

The Royal Guard’s commander, Alistair, hadn’t arrived yet. Carissa knew who he was–Oliver’s cousin. Their family had many sons, with Alistair being the most talented among them.

Oliver didn’t have a good relationship with his relatives, especially Alistair. This was mainly because the latter was truly capable, while the former hadn’t achieved much and wasn’t able to bring any fortune or honor to the family after inheriting the earldom. In contrast, Alistair had risen swiftly through the ranks, eventually becoming commander of the Royal Guard,

Royal Guard wouldn’t have been part of the Mystic Army, which would have given Alistair even more authority. While the Royal

he would have to report to

discussed them with her as well. So, when Alistair didn’t show up today, she didn’t mind. She could accept having sharp–edged subordinates as long as

didn’t exhibit any doubt toward Carissa. In fact, he was rather respectful. Max and Thomas‘ mother, Alice, were siblings. In other words, he was

the first time, he approached her confidently and said, “Thank you, Commander Sinclair. It’s thanks

That’s your

“Yes,” Max replied.

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Chapter 738

he been assigned to a

Guard, which is also part of the Mystic Army now,” Max

She only knew that Felix and Thomas still hadn’t been assigned their roles.

“What rank?” she inquired.

guard, Your Grace,”

nodded. “Tell him to

had been Ivan’s first battle, during which he had been captured. But afterward, he