Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1012

Before Carissa could visit Margaret, rumors about Skye Embroidery spread like wildfire the very next day.

It was said that both Carissa and Hannah were hypocrites. When a discarded woman came seeking help, they refused her and made things difficult for her.

Many had already harbored hostility toward Skye Embroidery, believing that sheltering discarded women was a challenge to social order. If a woman had been cast out, i I was assumed she deserved it. Even being jealous and unable to bear children were considered crimes.

With the rumors swirling, the workshop was suddenly the target of widespread criticism. The public was filled with scorn-some called them hypocrites, others suggested they had ulterior motives, and some even accused them of trying to make money off the situation. That evening, Violet slammed her fists on the table. "How could Jessica cause such a stir on her own? I don't believe it."

Furious, she stormed out of the room.

Carissa called after her, "Where are you going?"

"To Glimmering Tower! I need someone who can look into this," Violet replied without looking back.

whole body trembled with rage. She had invested so much into the workshop, and her intentions had been good. She empathized with the women's fate and hoped the workshop would become a lifelong support for them.

also upset, but she wasn't as worked up. She had known this wouldn't be an easy task. There were plenty of kind-hearted, wealthy people in the world. If this was something simple, it would've been done by now. She sent a messenger

she soon learned that Margaret was ill and bedridden. The reply indicated the older woman would visit Hell Monarch Estate in a few days once she recovered. Unsure whether

moment, Carissa

she was dealing with some members of the Garrison Unit she was planning to expel. She was already making arrangements, and

been using money to provoke attacks on Skye

capital, Violet had tried to avoid seeing her whenever possible. Although her cousin's actions infuriated her, she still held a

hold back any longer. Skye Embroidery was her heart and soul, and seeing it undermined like this was unbearable. If she didn't beat Molly senseless, it would mean she was too soft-hearted. Violet had Claire inform Carissa about this matter, then headed straight for Edgeview Estate. The gatekeeper, upon seeing her approach, rushed out with two guards with

seek?" one of the guards

princess consort that Violet Spencer has

was not unfamiliar at Edgeview Estate. After giving her a quick once-over, the guard gestured for the gatekeeper

warm spring had arrived, Ruth's health had improved, but it was still unstable. Over the past few days, Yuvan had