Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1024

Yuvan inevitably reprimanded Stephanie and ordered her to return and reflect on her behavior, warning her not to embarrass herself any further. Fiona called for Sabrina and took her along as they left.

The moment Fiona stepped out, she signaled her maid to follow Carissa and Violet. While the estate didn't have hidden chambers or prisons, it wasn't a place anyone could wander through at will. Molly was a fool, and Fiona feared she might be used for something she wasn't aware of.

Wayne had been quietly observing Rafael. Although he was speaking with Yuvan, his expression clearly showed some displeasure, and his gaze occasionally drifted outside. It was almost like a young couple having a spat-annoyed but still unwilling to let go. And with the flash of anger Carissa had shown just before leaving, it was hard to pretend it was anything but genuine. Wayne was fairly certain that her purpose in coming to Edgeview Estate was to stand up for Avis and vent her frustration. This had likely been building in her for a long time.

Wayne figured that giving Carissa a chance to release it now wasn't a bad thing. They had left, but Rafael remained. Now, things would actually be easier to handle.

"Rafael, how is your mom doing?" Yuvan asked, exchanging pleasantries.

"Thank you for your concern, Uncle Yuvan. Mom is doing well. How is Lady Ruth? Is she feeling better now?" Rafael replied.

"She's finally showing signs of improvement," Yuvan said, letting out a small sigh of relief.

"That's good to hear," Rafael said with a smile. "So, when do you plan on returning to Valken?"

Yuvan laughed heartily. "Do you not want me to stay in the capital, my dear nephew? Why the rush for me to return to Valken?"

Rafael smiled faintly. "It's not that. I was just asking."

to Valken by the

of his drink, clearly indifferent to the matter,

wasn't asking any further questions. He couldn't quite figure out

to pry that out. And since he didn't have enough information, it would be

for speaking up, but the way you treated Aunt Avis back then was honestly so cold and heartless. It's no wonder Carissa

Wayne were both caught off guard by his words.

thrown a tantrum, and now

came here for that reason. It felt more like he regretted his earlier confrontation with Carissa

way he asked didn't suggest any hidden motive. If he had one,

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the garden. The area was filled with maids and servants, some standing

waved her hand toward the maids nearby. "Come here. Go fetch

the maids hesitated briefly, Molly snapped, "What are you waiting

stepped forward and

the pavilion. Lay down some soft

time Fiona arrived, she

harmless enough, and she let out a

Molly would bring theme

If that happened, things

day. She was still of use to Yuvan, after all. With a bright smile, Fiona approached them. "Your Grace, Ms. Spencer, why not look