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.

to the point of near drunkenness, returned to his quarters with the help of the palace servants. Tonight, everything at the banquet had seemed peaceful.

a certain satisfaction in Rafael's selfishness. It made him feel like a real, living, ordinary person. The

desires was the one to fear most, as human nature was inherently

loyalty wasn't something he just

hearts

had already sent people to investigate Valken, but so far, there was no evidence to suggest any trouble there. He had also dispatched agents to Stonebridge County,

the treason case, Salvador

available. The court was filled with talented individuals, and Salvador's dad had left him an excellent mix of civilian

or differing opinions on court matters, they all ended up bringing up the late king. Salvador

it to lan. However,

out. Carissa and Rafael had barely climbed into their carriage when Leroy walked over, his

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

back the carriage curtain to reveal her cool, composed expression. "Mr. Stellwyn, it's already late.

chuckled. "Are you worried I might lead His Highness astray to some brothel, Your Grace? There's no need to worry, I'd just like the chance to sit down and speak with him alone before negotiations begin.