Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1177

After leaving the palace, Violet headed to Skye Embroidery while Carissa went to Gracewood Women's Academy.

Carissa had already warned Jocelyn not to cause any more trouble, threatening to expel her if she did. Alas, it seemed the peace hadn't lasted long; the trouble had resurfaced.

When Catherine saw Carissa, she knew immediately it was because of the problem with Jocelyn.

"She has no interest in her studies," Catherine said. "It might be best to persuade her to withdraw voluntarily. That way, it won't cause too much of a scene, especially since she's a young lady who's supposed to be engaged soon."

Catherine was never one to be afraid of the Quinton family. She genuinely cared about Jocelyn and her future. If Jocelyn were expelled from the academy, it would severely tarnish her reputation.

Catherine had more sympathy for young girls. She understood that if a girl failed to make a good match, it could affect the rest of her life.

Carissa nodded. "Please don't worry, Mrs. Ashford. I'll find out exactly what happened before I speak to her."

"Well, there hasn't been any major trouble, but she and those other girls have been causing disruptions in class," Catherine replied. "Especially when Ms. Young is giving lectures. They make noise and stir up trouble, and it's upsetting everyone. Even Ms. Young is troubled by it. After all, she's still young and doesn't know how to handle such things."

to handle it, but perhaps she also realized this wasn't just a personal issue for the girls. There might be someone behind the scenes trying to

by her two close friends, Hailey and Cassidy. To Carissa's surprise, they were there to

friends bowed deeply to Rosalind, their

We humbly ask for your forgiveness. We promise it won't happen again. Whatever punishment you see fit, whether it's writing lines or striking our palms, we will accept it without complaint." Carissa didn't

believe for a

the others

wasn't. plausible

they were wrong without some deeper reason. Either

it was unclear if she had noticed anything. Her expression showed a trace of relief at

20 strikes on the palm. Go to Ms. Wardell to

she was in charge of discipline at the academy.

Jocelyn clearly hadn't anticipated

punishment.

to copy lines, as that had been the usual penalty before. The sudden anger that flashed in her eyes was quick and sharp, but since she was facing away from Carissa, only Rosalind noticed

voice was cold and commanding,