Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1174

Ellis had accepted the coffee beans and the banknote, but his mouth seemed to be sealed tightly.

"Once she meets Her Majesty, everything will be made clear," Ellis said. "Mrs. Farrell holds a noble title now, doesn't she? I doubt she would act inappropriately." Lincoln smiled in response. "Indeed, Mr. Latham. You speak wisely."

Though he was smiling, Lincoln inwardly cursed. Unless it was a matter of life and death, how could someone refuse to share a little information?

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Carissa had planned to visit Gracewood Women's Academy that day, as Jocelyn had started causing trouble again. Catherine had sent someone to inform her last night, asking her to come and manage the situation.

Just as Carissa stepped outside, she saw the litter from the Farrell family approaching. The bearers were running fast, as though something urgent had come up. Carissa hurried over and asked, "Has something happened to the Farrell family?"

Opal lifted the curtain and spoke quickly. "Your Grace, the queen has summoned my aunt to the palace. It's likely regarding the marriage between Thomas and Ms. Jocelyn Quinton. My aunt is afraid the queen may issue a royal edict to force the marriage and is asking for your help."

Carissa was taken aback. "Jocelyn? The one attending Gracewood Women's Academy?"

"Yes, that's the one," Opal said, her tone anxious. "A matchmaker was sent yesterday to propose the marriage, but my aunt refused."

Carissa understood immediately. She quickly ordered Violet to accompany her to the palace to offer her greetings to the queen dowager. The two of them mounted their horses and set off at once.

Meanwhile, Alice had already boarded her carriage and was heading to the palace with Ellis.

Carissa and Violet arrived first and offered their greetings to Victoria. Victoria was known for being considerate of the concubines and other ladies in the palace, typically only calling them for formal greetings on the first and fifteenth days of the month. On the other hand, Salvador had already come earlier that morning to offer her his greetings.

Victoria scowled. "Foolish matchmaking! Does she think I can't

all

the day Connor had shown contempt for Ryan, Victoria had been greatly displeased. The boy wasn't yet fully grown-neither too young nor too old. Regardless, he had a teacher, and yet he lacked manners and acted spoiled and willful. He seemed to think too highly of himself

both the king and queen tried to discipline him. When he came to offer his greetings to Victoria, he was always on his best behavior. Still, despite his outward obedience, she saw the reluctance and resentment hidden behind

sought to build connections for Connor. The Quinton family controlled nearly half the civil officials in the court, and many of the appointed officials in other regions

Though the Quinton family

the military on

they secretly

officials. Their current move to court the military officials was transparent to

would never have done in the past. Ever since

mistress had been exposed,

however, his reputation had

likely

balance.

head chamberlain, Keith appeared. He said that Kylie had

hadn't had the time to

and said, "Please return

soon."

en

polite demeanor. "Her Majesty requested that you come immediately, Your Majesty. It would be best if you went

Alice while she and Lydia made

course, had already