Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 990

Leona frowned. "Grandpa's leaving for Victory Pass tomorrow. He's getting older, and after this, who knows when we'll see him again? He spent his 70th birthday alone at Sullivan Estate. Don't you want to go have a meal with him and wish him a long life?" Heather wiped away her tears. "No, I can't go. And anyway, Carissa should have been the one to celebrate with him on his 70th birthday..."

Leona's anger flared. "Mom, you should know that Cari couldn't see him on his birthday or celebrate it with him. The negotiations hadn't even started then, and His Majesty hadn't made his decision. How could she possibly have done such an inappropriate thing at such an inappropriate time?"

Heather dabbed at her eyes with a handkerchief, choking up as she spoke, "Well, it's all over now. A meal now isn't the same as on his actual birthday. I didn't go then, but when he returned to the capital, I did try to visit. Unfortunately, someone was guarding the door and wouldn't let me in. At least I made the effort."

Though Leona had managed to find peace in her heart over the past few days, hearing her mom speak so callously left her speechless with anger.

"Fine." Leona shook her head, disappointment in her eyes. "I thought you were just weak, but I never imagined you'd be so cold. If you don't want to go, I won't force you."

hands, nearly breaking down in tears. "Why is it so important to see him? Why don't you care about me? Your dad doesn't want me anymore. He left the manor empty and took everything with him. He left me with nothing. I have nothing now." Leona had been about

Victory Pass. I'm sorry to say this, but if you don't see him now, you may never get the chance again. Besides, Grandpa is your family. Now

But the more she tried, the more they flowed. "Your grandfather will only

"So, you knew all

she said, "I had no choice. Your dad said the capital was too complicated and the king was too suspicious. He told me not to get involved with anything or anyone. I was supposed to stay out of everything and

didn't care when Cari had problems. Even when I was bullied by Samuel, you didn't speak up. Was that all for a comfortable life in the capital? But have

Your

want to pursue the past

she asked quietly, "Will you come with me to

can't go. Tell your

you're really too sick to move, do you think he won't come see you? He might be angry, but you're his daughter-his own flesh and blood. Not