Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1388

Viola didn't go to Isaac. In the past, she might have shamelessly believed that as a member of the Earl of Silverstone's family, it was his duty to help when the family faced hardship and was in need.

But now, she couldn't think that way.

She had come to understand certain truths. When the Earl of Silverstone's family was thriving, Isaac had never shared in any of its glory. Now, when it was in trouble, expecting him to step in felt wrong. She couldn't bring herself to do it.

As for whether she should tell Zoey about this, she hesitated. No matter what, she didn't want her brother to die.

Viola sat under a tree, staring off into space for a long while. Just then, Alana came by carrying a basket of silk thread. Upon seeing Viola, she immediately took a turn, clearly not wanting to speak with her. Viola remembered the misunderstanding from earlier and quickly called out, "Ms. Alana, I'm sorry about what happened earlier. I didn't mean it like that."

Alana glanced at her. "I see."

Then, she made to leave.

Knowing that these women from the martial arts world were straightforward and didn't dwell on things too much, Viola asked, "Ms. Alana, may I speak with you for a moment?"

Alana paused, hesitated, and then returned to sit on the wooden bench under the tree beside Viola. "What is it?"

Viola wasn't sure how to begin. She glanced at the basket of silk thread Alana was holding and asked, "Did you buy this?"

send i over. I

Lloyd is really thoughtful. She's always keeping Skye

good," Alana

right,"

you wanted to say?" Alana asked. She

small talk, nothing important... Oh, by the way, I heard that you and Ms. Leah aren't taking any payment for your work here Back when you were with Lady Leona, you didn't take

The promises we made weren't kept. How could we, in good

Viola turned her head, puzzled.

to protect her," Alana replied, her tone terse. "We didn't keep it, so

was running

important?" Viola pressed, seemingly unfazed by Alana's hint that

it men who need

Alana's brow furrowed in

If you make a promise, you have to follow through. Is it only men

realization, her body stiff and unmoving.

thought had filled Viola with panic. But after reflecting on it, wasn't it true that he had broken the law? He had nearly caused the loss

lives, hadn't even had time to settle before it was plunged back into war

He just ran off with his