Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1212

After seeing Derek off, Carissa exchanged a few words with Jacob before joining Violet and Isaac to roast sweet potatoes by the fire.

Jacob had taken charge of the matters at the gentlemen's retreat and would keep an eye on things.

The two of them were discussing Gerald's situation.

Violet shook her head, clearly still in disbelief. "If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I wouldn't have believed it."

Isaac, who had traveled widely, was equally stunned. "I've seen all sorts of things, but nothing like this. A man of his age, with such a high position-why would he go to such a place?"

From what they had observed, Gerald's visit to the gentlemen's retreat hadn't involved anything truly scandalous he had simply called for a few courtesans, had a drink, listened to some music, and perhaps enjoyed a bit of light touch.

Gerald had been Sigmund's teacher. Sigmund, who was known for his disdain for anything related to male attractions-so much so that it bordered on revulsion.

As Sigmund's mentor, Gerald had naturally assisted him in governing the kingdom after he ascended to the throne. Given the cautious and humble nature of the Quinton family in their earlier years, one would expect Gerald to share Sigmund's aversion to such things.

But now, in his later years, it was as if something had been lifted from him. He no longer cared, recklessly venturing into the gentlemen's retreat without a second thought.

Carissa sat down, picking up a sweet potato and tossing it between her hands. Isaac reached over, took it from her, and gently blew on it before rubbing it between his palms to peel it. He handed her the peeled potato.

and eat. It'll

sweet flesh. The warmth and sweetness filled her mouth, and

raised an eyebrow and glanced at Isaac in surprise.

shrugged nonchalantly. "It's nothing. I can peel one for you,

another potato between his fingers and began peeling it. After a moment, he handed half of it to

peeled it myself, but since you've done it, I'll take

for you, just eat. Everyone can peel some potatoes, you know?" Isaac shot

a senior guild member too, but

of you," Isaac remarked, wiping his hands. "He agrees with everything you say. After all, the

Carissa replied, already finishing half of it. She slowly peeled

about Lord

About how

going

find it strange?" Violet

it's odd. But the Quinton family has no reason to associate with

Violet retorted. "He did

Carissa replied, "Everyone needs

of

bound by those rutes for decades. Now that he's older

skin aside and sighed. "What worries me more is that tomorrow's New Year's Eve banquet at the palace.