Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1326

Back at Hell Monarch Estate, Kyle tried to comfort the fuming Carissa.

"Sending Lady Helen and Ryan to the palace isn't so bad, is it? If the rebels really manage to break in, the palace guards are the most formidable. They'd be safer there than if they stayed at the academy or here at the estate."

Carissa drank down an entire jug of cold water, the chill in it only deepening her frustration.

"I know. That's why I agreed, but agreeing doesn't mean I'm not angry. He's not doing it to protect Mother and Ryan. He's using them as hostages. He knows that with Mother and Ryan in the palace, I'll have no choice but to protect it with my life, even if it means sacrificing everything.'

If the rebels broke into the capital, the first thing they would do was surround Hell Monarch Estate, capturing anyone useful to control Dominic and Rafael.

Carissa wasn't unaware of this-she just hated the thought of Salvador's motives. Besides, if Helen and Ryan weren't in the palace, she could still find a safe place for them.

Salvador constantly talked about loyalty to the kingdom, but in his eyes, the kingdom only existed for him. He expected others to risk their lives for him while holding their families hostage. And no matter what they do, he was always suspicious of their motives and ambitions.

It was tiresome.

on, why are you getting so upset? Unless you don't want to

no choice," Carissa muttered, her frustration

now, they were scattered with different leaders in charge. If the

the hearts and minds of others. Just focus on what you need to do. Forget about the frustrations and the resentment for now. Once

her

you fix your hair and wash your face. Get yourself tidied up you'll feel much better," Kyle said, his eyes

calling

a child, she had hated when anyone touched her hair. She had so much of it that once it was disheveled, it looked like seaweed cascading over her shoulders. She used to say those were the "three thousand strands

about Salvador's decision to summon Ryan to the palace. He didn't say much, but asked Carissa one

safe under Victoria's care, and Helen would also be there

Anthony's mind at ease, and

matter, anyway. Even if he disagreed, Salvador could issue an edict, and he would have no choice but to comply. Plus, if it came to that, Salvador might get annoyed and cause trouble for Ryan

Carissa instead. "It's not a bad thing. The queen dowager is wise and well- versed in worldly matters. Ryan

it against me,

warm with understanding. "I know this decision was difficult for you, but you've made it for the greater good-and for Ryan. Čarissa, we're family. Don't feel the