Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

After a few baths, Violet had finally washed away the dirt and grime. When she emerged, she couldn't help but indulge in a little more time with Carissa, allowing herself to be pampered.

Lulu arrived with a tray of snacks. As soon as Violet saw the food, she abandoned Carissa to rush toward the table.

"Lulu, has Isaac been settled in?" Carissa asked.

"Mr. Luke handled it personally," Lulu replied. "He's in Fortune Hall. I just heard from Mr. Luke that Mr. Isaac had two large bowls of ravioli."

Carissa smiled. "He has quite the appetite. Make sure he's settled in early. Vivi and I will thank him properly tomorrow."

"Understood." Lulu gave a small bow before retreating.

The two women sat down to eat. Joy and Pearl were nearby, ensuring Violet had plenty of herbal soup.

"Lily says this herbal soup will help you sleep. She's worried you might have trouble sleeping tonight."

heard Joy's words, and tears

her reaction, Carissa opened her mouth

continued eating, though her sniffles didn't stop. Like a whirlwind, she finished her meal in silence. Then, she placed her cutlery down before

like home. Everyone here treats me so well. Can I stay here

"I'd love nothing more than

in my life. No wonder Soraya thought about ending hers. Cari, if you've never experienced it, you can't truly understand how terrifying it

happen again. Don't worry," Carissa reassured

at her with

just for me. I hope no woman ever has to go through such a thing again. Murder may be a quick end, but when a woman violated like that-there's no way for her to continue living in this world.

will never

and often, the abuse is executed without

to happen, it's inevitable. For all we know, while we're talking right now, it might be happening somewhere else. And the women who are hurt don't dare report it-what will happen

Sometimes, the actions of one person, or even a

real question is, what can we do?" Carissa said