Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1472 "If Sebastian is willing to enter the palace, he will surely do everything in his power," Carissa said softly. Victoria's gaze became distant, and soon, tears began to fall. "He can try his hardest, but even with all his effort, there may be no hope. Now, I only wish for His Majesty to live long enough to set things in order, to secure the future of the kingdom."

Seeing her cry, Carissa couldn't help but feel sorrow as well. She had once heard her mom speak of Victoria as a woman of great strength, someone who wouldn't shed a tear even in the face of the greatest challenges. Tears from her were precious, and now, seeing them fall made everything feel heavier. Carissa didn't know how to offer comfort. It seemed that what Victoria needed wasn't soothing words, but quiet companionship. So, Carissa sat by her side in silence.

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Meanwhile, Rafael had gone to Arcane Sanctum, where he found Sebastian already prepared. After Rafael and Carissa had been summoned to the palace, Jacob had gone ahead to inform Sebastian. So, he had been expecting the visit.

This time, Sebastian didn't bring any of his apprentices but went alone with Rafael. Ivy and Rowan had tried to follow but were sternly ordered back.

As they traveled in the carriage, Rafael assured, "I will ensure your safety."

Sebastian was inspecting his medical supplies. Without looking up, he replied casually, "It doesn't matter. If my head is to fall, it's my own choice."

"It won't come to that," Rafael insisted firmly. "Since I'm escorting you to the palace, I will make sure you return safely."

Sebastian closed the medical chest with a click, locking it securely. He leaned back against the plush seat, his gaze dark and distant, lost in thought. For a long while, he didn't speak, and when he finally did, his voice was low, reflective.

five, he knew every herb by name. By sixteen, he had already mastered his craft,

hold the title of Miracle Healer, including me, Jonah was

up straighter, his expression serious,

them without prejudice, be it beggars or nobles. Jonah did just that. If a patient couldn't afford the fee, he'd still offer his medicine at no charge. That's

said it didn't matter how

he could've taken advantage and charged exorbitant fees. But he didn't. He always said the prices were fixed, and he couldn't bring himself to

couldn't afford the cost of medicine, he refused to turn them away, even if it meant his own suffering. He couldn't bear the thought of watching someone die simply because they were poor." Sebastian's voice faltered

the time I returned

shattered and had been trampled by others. King Sigmund called him a quack, so no one dared to speak his name after that. Slowly, the world

his eyes bloodshot and filled with a quiet fury.

clear his name. Jonah Claude was a Miracle

wave of guilt wash over him as he

meeting Jonah once but his memory of him wasn't very clear The only thing he remembered was that the man had been very thin and wore a faded blue cloak with

stuck with him because Helen had privately muttered, "What kind of renowned

that he