Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1286

After urging Thomas to return, Jacob sighed and said, "It's only natural for them to feel this way. They've given their best years for the Southern Frontier. Now, just as they've seen a glimpse of peace, war threatens once again. How could General Farrell bear to see it all undone?"

As he spoke, he glanced at Rafael, knowing that the prince was the one who could truly understand Thomas' frustration.

Rafael remained silent for a long time, his expression unreadable. Finally, he said, "Keep a close watch. If there's any news, report it immediately.

Jacob nodded. "Understood, Your Highness."

Rafael shifted the topic, asking, "What of Valken? With the city gates closed, has any news made it out? Is there any progress? Have they begun to follow the plan?"

"No news yet, but I trust Mr. Moore. He's a capable man, one who can stir things up when necessary," Jacob replied.

Rafael nodded. "If you trust him, then he has my trust as well."

Cole Moore was one of the deputy governors of Valken. When Rafael first learned of Yuvan's rebellion, he had sent someone to make contact with Cole, who was quite cunning and talented in both civil and military affairs.

the national examination during the 11th year of Sigmund's reign. However, over

his poetry, much of which expressed cynical views of the world. Yuvan had seen this as dissatisfaction with the court and had drawn him into his circle. For years, Cole had lived a solitary, secretive life, abandoning

Yuvan had remained patient, his core military forces hidden from Cole's reach. No letters had been exchanged, and Cole had been excluded from many

proof. Instead,

issue. Often, his success relied on effectively utilizing the talents and efforts of the people

putting his faith in him, Jacob trusted Cole's abilities. Even when they had previously investigated Valken's military

returned later than usual. She had spent her day working at the Capital Guard headquarters, then gone to Gracewood Women's

the situation was chaotic, Carissa remained determined to focus on her responsibilities, making sure to do

quickly approached and softly said, "Your Grace, His Highness

the inner room but didn't see

asked, "Where is

the bedroom,"

then

likely to avoid Jacob's notice. She lifted the curtain to enter

in sight, but there was a large jug resting nearby. His cheeks were slightly

he saw her, he flashed a