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

thanked him, taking a bite of the soft, sweet flesh. The warmth and sweetness filled her mouth, and she blew on it a couple of

watching the exchange, raised an eyebrow and glanced at

nonchalantly. "It's nothing. I can peel one

fingers and began peeling it. After

before accepting it. "I could've peeled it myself, but since you've done it, I'll take

some potatoes, you know?" Isaac shot

"I have a senior guild member too, but he's not as

his hands. "He agrees with everything you say. After all, the entire Inferno

replied, already finishing half of it. She slowly peeled the rest. "You

about Lord Gerald

About how it's hard

he would risk going to such

find it strange?" Violet

courtesan, yes, it's odd. But the Quinton family has no reason to associate with those

obvious, then?" Violet retorted. "He did go looking

Carissa replied, "Everyone needs

of indulgence, don't

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

worries me more is that tomorrow's New Year's Eve banquet at the palace. Lord Gerald should be invited, and when I see him, it'll