Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 966

Rafael first shared the results of Zoey's investigation with Barrett, giving him a clear conclusion.

"It's pretty much confirmed that the people behind this used the Lester family to contact Aurora. They had a maid inform her and got her to show up at your mom's funeral. Afterward, Mrs. Lester went to offer her condolences, which gave her the opportunity to speak with Aurora privately. Once she did, both she and her husband were silenced."

Barrett was stunned beyond words. "Is that truly the case?"

Rafael didn't hesitate. "I'll be straightforward with you. While investigating Eleanor's treason case, the Supreme Court found links to the Lester family. However, we didn't have enough evidence, so we never moved against them. Mrs. Lester's involvement with Aurora indicates that the people behind her are the same as Eleanor's conspirators-the true masterminds behind the treason."

Rafael's gaze grew heavier. "Aurora is involved in this case, and she will be taken to Westhaven. However, you're her husband. Once the truth of the treason is uncovered, what will happen to you and your family? You know exactly what that means."

Barrett's lips trembled slightly. He had served in court before and knew full well how seriously Salvador took this treason case. It was why Salvador was so furious. It was a dagger that stabbed deep into the king's heart. When the time came, anyone even remotely tied to it would never escape the reckoning.

"Barrett, there's no other choice for you. You'll need to earn merit if you want to avoid punishment."

Merit and punishment.

those

words felt like a heavy hand clutching at Barrett's heart, squeezing the breath from his lungs. One decision had shattered everything-his family's peace and his own. He clenched his teeth, fighting the rising frustration. "Your Highness, just tell

As for how to ask, what techniques to use, whether you'll get anything out of her-well, that depends on

of whether he would go. Whether he would get answers was another matter, but at least by

wasn't sure if this would clear his name, but at this point, he had no

and was led by Lonnie to Aurora's

saw him walk in again, a wave of caution washed over her. She understood the situation-after all, they were both prisoners. Even though Barrett was under special detention, a visit had to be authorized by the

Justice.

her wariness, Aurora knew Barrett well. He wasn't one for scheming, and his lies were far from convincing. If there was something unusual, she'd be able to

sat on

spring in the air,

carried the same foul odor, and her disheveled hair seemed

broken

bleeding from scratching.

and wife. The sight of her suffering made him feel a pang of discomfort. The sympathy on his face made Aurora drop her guard