Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1164

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Rafael paused for a moment, then asked, "By the way, did Isaac agree to Madam Zoey's request?"

"I spoke to him about it. He said he would think it over, but he hasn't made up his mind yet," Carissa replied.

"I think you should tell him the full story and let him decide for himself," Rafael said. "After all, he's the one who bought some of the properties Madam Zoey had released previously. It's clear he wants to help the Earl of Silverstone's family in some way."

Carissa nodded, but then shook her head and corrected him. "Not exactly to help the Earl of Silverstone's family. More to help those who care for him...and perhaps the children."

The more she learned, the more Carissa began to suspect that Evelyn had been involved in David's plans years ago. But perhaps, in time, Evelyn had experienced a change of heart, leading her to visit Isaac only to find him dead in the fire. Feeling guilty, she had blamed David as she was unwilling to carry the weight of that remorse.

conscience.

That was probably why, after meeting Isaac, she made up a story to ask for his forgiveness and didn't really care about how he had been doing. Even after promising to compensate him, she hadn't bothered to send anyone to check on him. She only wanted to ease her Since Isaac was the child who hadn't grown up by her side, Evelyn didn't feel the same deep attachment to him as she had for Oliver and Viola.

nodded. "I'll

Was he sent to the Southern Frontier to enjoy himself? He's even got a child now? And he married the lady? What about his primary wife? Is she supposed

would create the impression that Oliver cared nothing for his family's well-being, focusing only on

"Alright. I'll send Mabel

done quickly or slowly-it all depended on having the right people in the right places.

to Ryan's uncle, Anthony, for assistance. With his influence, the matter was resolved in no time. Within days, the deeds

arranged for a

hand before this. To support Oliver's lavish lifestyle with his concubine, the family had to borrow money. from Violet. Once the debt

that they had sold off so many of the family's properties, there was some cash in the accounts to cover the household expenses for the time being.

couldn't send

Oliver.

there were always expenses. Plus, with the cold weather setting in, they needed to make sure they had enough coal for

she didn't expect, however, was for Oliver to send his deputy commander back to audit the

at Silverstone Estate, Zoey nearly had a heart attack. It wasn't because of the audit-it was because those stationed in the Southern Frontier weren't supposed to leave

send someone back to check the

Zoey thought Oliver must have lost his mind. The Earl of Silverstone's