Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1052

Thanks to Carissa's efforts, the Supreme Court had its hands full. She was everywhere, personally bringing meals to Rafael, making sure he was well taken care of comfortable in every way possible.

The evidence had already been collected, but the Supreme Court needed to verify it. Then, they would arrest the culprits for questioning. This was a task Rafael technically didn't need to bother with, but each of these criminals had powerful backers. Rather than risk Carissa offending anyone, it was better for him to be the one to handle it. Let the noble families be angry with him. The one most pleased by this turn of events was Max. Lately, he had been training with renewed vigor; he was confident that once the Garrison Unit was properly purged, it would become a solid shield protecting the capital. Alas, his joy was premature.

After the Supreme Court's thorough investigation began, petitions flooded in, with many suggesting that the Garrison Unit's duties overlapped too much with the Capital Guard's. They called for the disbandment of the Garrison Unit.

The claim had merit, and Carissa submitted a formal request to redefine and separate the roles of the Garrison Unit and the Capital Guard.

Salvador did not give a ruling in the court that day, but summoned Carissa to the royal study afterward.

"Yesterday, I visited the queen dowager," he began, settling into his seat. "She asked about the women's academy. How are you progressing with that?"

"Your Majesty, the repairs to the academy building have been completed. We've already acquired desks, chairs, and all the necessary supplies. We are currently looking for a teacher," Carissa answered.

"The queen dowager takes the women's academy seriously, so focus on that for now. As for the Garrison Unit issue, leave it for now."

Acknowledging his command, she responded dutifully, "Yes, Your Majesty."

Carissa wasn't surprised by his words. During the court meeting, she knew the matter was unlikely to succeed when the king didn't approve her request. She guessed that Salvador likely really wanted to disband the Garrison Unit. Some personnel would then be reassigned to the Capital Guard, while the rest would be sent to the Nightsteel Guard or dismissed entirely.

quite a troublemaker. Salvador could tolerate him

softened as he said, "The queen dowager misses you. When you have the chance, go

will visit the queen

drifting over Carissa once more. Though she wore her formal attire, the elegance of her features was still evident. A fleeting memory of a past thought stirred in him, but he quickly suppressed

were simply beyond his

he said, dismissing the thought with

leave, Your Majesty," Carissa

out of the royal study, Barrett stopped her at the end of the corridor. "Carissa," he called,

several people upon them and felt the weight of their scrutiny. She furrowed her brow slightly, her expression

you need,

studied her

a

plans, and he has his own arrangements for it. I suggest you focus on your duties and avoid upsetting His

unchanged, her gaze

for the advice, Deputy Commander Warren," she

surprised by her lack of reaction. "You knew

presume to guess His Majesty's intentions. If that's all, I must take my leave." She stepped around him, preparing to

called after

frustration. "There's

to distance yourself