Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1220

"But how long can they afford the tuition? And the daughters of ordinary families have to help out at home to make a living. Studying doesn't exactly bring in money," Violet asked.

Carissa thought for a moment. "That money's not insignificant. It should last a year or two. We can't waive the fees entirely, but we could lower them. Maybe offer half-day classes, so the girls can still help their families with work in the afternoon." She paused, considering the possibilities.

"And don't forget about the merchants. They won't be stingy with their money. The constraints of rules and propriety are less strict for them."

Violet nodded. "That's true. Unless they're from a noble family or are royal merchants, ordinary merchants often let their women handle business affairs."

"Even ordinary families might send their daughters. Partly because of Mr. Spencer's reputation, but also because many can't afford to send their sons to school. If their daughters can attend an academy with low tuition, it's worth it, even if it's just so their daughters can help teach their brothers to read and write when they return," Catherine added.

Carissa nodded, agreeing with the point. Inwardly, though, she couldn't help but admire Victoria for turning the situation to her advantage.

Kylie didn't want Carissa to associate too much with the noble families. After her house arrest was lifted, she summoned the noblewomen for a meeting. The whole idea of withdrawing from the academy was her suggestion.

Did Kylie really think Victoria didn't see through her plans?

to advise against it after some had already withdrawn. In reality, she was only pushing others

the end, it worked out. Everyone got what

pleased. After all, it was

from ordinary families eventually

the laughter subsided, she turned

as accepting commoners. If the queen dowager

straight to the queen dowager myself before Carissa enters the palace and spins her tale, charming Her Majesty into agreeing with her. That would ruin

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might even raise His Majesty's suspicions Kylie shook her head. "I can't continue pretending to be blind and mute. This whole academy affair-if His Majesty suspects me, it's only a matter of house arrest. That shows he recognizes the validity of

believe it's wise to remain discreet for now." Kylie refused to back down, giving orders for her maids to do her hair and makeup. "If I keep being too discreet, even the most scheming women will start acting boldly

no real threat. She has no powerful backing, and she's not well-liked in the palace. She's a nobody," Lydia

has His Majesty's favor, and that's enough,"