Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1457 Isaac sighed. "The proposal was a bit impulsive. Looking back on it, it may have even been a bit opportunistic. She was in a low mood at the time, so though she agreed, I'm not sure she truly wants to marry me. Sage Everett scolded me when I got back to Meadow Ridge, and I've had time to calm down since then."

Carissa stared at him, surprised. "You've already told Sage Everett?"

"Yes, the very day I got back. I was caught up in the heat of the moment."

"Why did Sage Everett scold you? Was it because he disagreed?" asked Carissa, curious.

Isaac shrugged. "It wasn't even about agreeing or disagreeing yet. He just scolded me first. The usual stuff, really."

"How usual?"

Isaac avoided her gaze. "He called me ugly and told me to take a good look at myself in the mirror." Carissa couldn't help but laugh. "Sage Everett was kind to you, it seems."

relayed what Violet had said. Listening intently as the biting wind swirled around him,

A lifetime is a long time, after

him for a long moment, truly surprised. The carefree, charismatic Isaac-someone who never

actually said he would

chase them out. Naturally, Carissa and Lulu weren't allowed to return alone. Everett had Winona send someone from Skywing Spire to quietly escort them. Then, he gave Isaac a long look and chased him out as well. Back in the capital, it was still the holidays, and the social scene was already busy. With people coming and going, paying visits, Carissa found herself more at

didn't inquire about Isaac and Violet's situation. It was clear neither was in a rush to marry, so there was no

seventh day of the new year, Zoey arrived with Luna. She also brought Courtney back to Hell Monarch Estate, as she would be studying martial arts under Cynthia with Roxana. Zoey had also started planning to do some business. This visit was

Earl of Southstead's family and the former Earl of Silverstone's family were already familiar with each other,

off immediately. Smart and capable people always gravitated

and shops to be run by the family servants. Now, without the noble title to protect or any reputation to maintain, Zoey wasn't afraid to step into the public eye and take matters into her own hands. She was ready

of the future, her eyes sparkled with excitement. She shared with Carissa that Viola was also able to lend a hand now. Though occasionally still a bit muddled in her

issue now is that others still gossip about her past, so I don't let her go out too much to avoid the rumors. It's