Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 941

Lisandra felt a slight unease as she watched Leroy and Icarus leave the banquet. When they returned, there was an exchange of glances between them, as if they were confirming something.

Her brow furrowed deeper, a sense of something being off growing stronger. But there was no way she could ask Icarus to explain. Asking him to step out again during the banquet would be far too conspicuous. Anyone with eyes would notice something was wrong.

Westhaven was on the brink of internal chaos, and Lisandra had no desire to stir up further conflict. She had come here to seek justice, but her real purpose was to stabilize Edmund's claim to the throne and ease the unrest among the people.

When they had gone to the Southern Frontier to seek justice, they had already suffered significant losses-both men and resources. The heavy financial aid given to Sandoria had drained the national treasury, so the kingdom could hardly endure another costly war that would further harm the common people.

If war was to come, it would have to wait at least five years.

The palace banquet carried on with music from musicians and performances from dancers, but everyone was lost in their own thoughts. They hid behind fake smiles as they observed one another from the shadows.

By the time the banquet ended, it was late. Lisandra led the envoys in their formal farewells.

at the banquet had seemed peaceful. As for tomorrow's negotiations, which would no doubt be filled with tension and danger,

a certain satisfaction in Rafael's selfishness. It made him feel like a real, living, ordinary person. The constant talk of selflessness and serving the nation and people-those words were nothing but hollow to

one to fear most, as

there were true, loyal servants of the crown, like Dominic, whom Salvador respected. Dominic's loyalty wasn't something he just spoke of. He proved it

human hearts

to Stonebridge County, which was part of Eleanor's territory. If Yuvan dared not act openly in Valken, he

treason case, Salvador felt

that there weren't capable people available. The court was filled with talented individuals, and Salvador's dad had left him an excellent mix of civilian and military advisors-perhaps the best the kingdom had ever

they all ended up bringing up the late king. Salvador

to lan. However, lan's people were still leagues behind those from Hell

moved like water. Once Lisandra's carriage had departed, others gradually made their way out. Carissa and Rafael had barely climbed into

Highness, tomorrow marks the official start of negotiations. I'd like to have a word with you before then. Would you be amenable to joining me at a coffeehouse for a drink now?" he asked

composed expression. "Mr. Stellwyn, it's already late. Might we

just like the chance to sit down and speak with him alone before negotiations