Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1023

Stephanie was initially a bit afraid of Carissa, but when she heard those words, she stood up in a huff and demanded, "Carissa, how can you slander me like this and ruin my reputation? What do you gain from this?" Immediately, Travis barked sharply, "How dare you call the princess consort by her name?"

Carissa raised her hand, signaling for Travis to step back.

She then looked up at Stephanie, her voice dripping with sarcasm as she said, "I see you're quick to speak harshly, but when your mom was treated so poorly, you didn't utter a word of protest. Why? If you were too scared to speak up, you should have at least served her properly. Don't forget, she gave birth to you."

Stephanie was seething with anger. She was about to retort, but when Rafael's cold gaze swept across the room, her anger quickly turned to hesitation.

She dared not speak further, though she muttered bitterly, "What does this have to do with you? If you're so capable, why didn't you do something about it? It's easy to criticize others, but why didn't you act on it?"

Carissa scoffed. "What an excellent point you make! So, if someone doesn't fulfill their duties to their parents, they can still criticize others for not doing enough? I'll be sure to remember this and tell Mrs. Murray. She'll be so pleased to hear how you want her to spread the word about your remarkable sense."

Yuvan's expression darkened. "Stephanie, don't be disrespectful to your cousin."

Stephanie shot Carissa a venomous glare but reluctantly replied, "Yes, Dad."

his former wife. Worse, she said it in front of Violet. How could he preserve his reputation after

the tension, saying, "Alright, let's not bring up unpleasant matters today. We're here

wrong with a

anger. Was she accusing the children of being ungrateful? No, this was an accusation against

brows, clearly upset. "Carissa, we've come to Uncle Yuvan's residence as guests. Can you at least be

"Why are you taking

frustration. "I'm not saying you're wrong, but

Edgeview Estate exchanged uncertain glances. They had always heard of the couple's love for each other, so why had they started arguing over just

who stood up and moved forward to mediate. "My cousin invited us here today. Let's show her some respect and not stay angry. How about

had been

and didn't hide

never liked Stephanie or Sabrina, both of whom alwaysacted so superior. Hearing

was foolish. How could she embarrass her husband like that? It was clear that being too proud as a woman could be just

a way of showing her respect in front of

and now the roses and orchids are blooming together in a

with Violet tugging on her arm, she got up. "Fine, I'll leave. I know I'm saying things that aren't pleasant to hear. It's better that I don't