Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 862

Meanwhile, Barrett took decisive action and prepared to sell off several servants. The Warren family was on the brink of collapse. His eldest brother had lost his position, the second branch of their family had split off, and it was uncertain when Barrett himself would be reinstated.

The only option left was to cut back wherever possible

Typically, noble families avoided selling off their servants. There were always unsavory secrets lurking. within the estate. It was one thing if the servants were sold to a good household, but if they ended up with a cruel family, they would surely harbor resentment and spill all the dirty secrets when they could.

So, noble families were usually cautious about such actions.

But w

what secrets did the Warren family still have that weren’t already known?

Barrett no longer cared. The vilest curses were already on the lips of the townsfolk every day. What more could he fear?

He had never understood Amelia until he truly took over her position. Now, he finally grasped the weight of her burdens.

Barrett’s feelings for Viola were now complicated. His heart ached for the loss of their child, but he was also angry at his wife’s quarrels with Amelia. He wanted to ask about the miscarriage, but bringing it up would likely hurt her more, so he kept his mouth shut.

Rebecca’s health continued to deteriorate. The physician said it was impossible for her to last until the New Year.

It was just a matter of time.

died to avoid any bad omens.

Tara, there was almost

locking her heart in the grip

holiday marking the shortest day and longest night of the

hand and cried. “Go to Hell Monarch Estate and fetch Carissa. I have something to tell

sighed. “Lady Carissa won’t come,

her I was wrong… Rebecca’s eyes were glazed over, her sunken cheeks making her look even

the edge of

realize your mistakes now? When Lady Carissa was in the family, you had a luxurious life. You had everything–jewels, silks, and satin. Sebastian even came to your

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hadn’t been for Lady Carissa calling for Sebastian, you would have been gone

I was wrong. I admit my mistakes. I want her to call…” Rebecca took a deep breath. “Call for

wave of disappointment wash over her at that moment. Tara had hoped Rebecca truly

go,”

in shock. “You…. you’re just going

dim room. She felt like a

she had no reliable ally–no one

for Carissa and Rafael, they made no response

their frustrations for