Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1296

A flicker of disgust passed through Celeste's lowered eyes.

What a waste-no skills, no abilities, lacking in both wisdom and courage, unable even to be ruthless. How could someone like that accomplish anything significant?

But when she lifted her gaze, her eyes shone with renewed light. "You have a kind heart, my love. I didn't fall in love with the wrong man."

Having made his decision, Oliver found himself unexpectedly calm.

He cupped Celeste's face in his hands, imagining a future where they ran away together-living in

secrecy, enjoying a life of wealth and leisure. That idea didn't sound half bad.

He had known glory once, served the kingdom, and given his all. Who didn't value their life? He wasn't doing anything wrong.

it would hardly matter. After all, Louis and the others didn't hold

for Carl. I need to discuss things with him. If we are to leave, we'll take everyone with us," Oliver

the drill master at Silverstone Estate, and Oliver had brought him

known that Zoey had sent her people along with him. When Celeste arrived, she had discreetly removed all those spies. Now,

a comfortable life as a drill instructor in Silverstone Estate. But since arriving here in the Southern Frontier, everything had been a

he could return to wealth and comfort, why would he stay

could they sit idly by? They would be expected to fight too. It would be a death sentence for them! They weren't even official soldiers. Even if they tried

amount of wealth in Redstone Manor. If they could take

was Carl's thoughts, he was surprised Oliver would dare do such a thing. After all, if Oliver fled from battle, it would bring disaster to his family. Even if he didn't lose his head, his assets would likely be seized,

then again, if Oliver didn't care, why should

that with the war imminent, Oliver would send his wife and young son back to the capital. So, they needed to buy some supplies for the

news but gave it little thought. After all, Oliver's wife was not one to endure hardship. Why would she want

had only just turned a month old-leaving the child in such a dangerous place was hardly fitting. Sending them away seemed entirely

Five carriages were prepared, along with boxes, crates, and several crates of local Southern Frontier delicacies. They were said to be gifts for Evelyn and Zoey in the