Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1603

Before I went to the Southern Frontier, I had no plan for my life, nor did I have clear goals or particular things I wanted to do. When we reclaimed the Southern Frontier and returned to the capital, the cheers of the people made me wonder whether it was a waste to let life pass by without a purpose.

I began to think about the meaning of life.

Following Cari's lead, I found myself involved in many things, from Skye

Embroidery to Gracewood Women's Academy. I saw so many women whose lives had been filled with suffering; I knew I had the power to help them.

I thought, perhaps, this was one of life's meanings. As it was only one possible meaning, that meant there could be more.

This wasn't a boast, but I always had a strong dislike for evil. So, when I heard of murderers and those who were guilty of terrible crimes going free because of a lack of evidence, I was furious. I believed that anyone who took a life should pay with their own.

At first, I didn't do anything extreme. I simply followed the leads from the Royal Citadel and continued the investigation, handing over the evidence I gathered to them.

Then, I came across a special case—a massacre.

One victim survived, though she had been driven mad with fear. She identified the murderer, but because she was now considered insane, her testimony was not accepted. In her madness, she even pointed to the Royal Citadel's governor as the killer, as well as accused several others in court, claiming they were all trying to harm her.

This led to the release of the original suspect due to insufficient evidence.

real evidence-only the victim's testimony. There was no weapon recovered or other witnesses. After the victim's erratic accusations, the man was completely

was wrongfully accused. He

Royal Citadel sent officers to observe the suspect for some time. However,

hung over her like a sword, forever

find the murderer and bring them to justice. It was a way to soothe her

told her that I would handle the case with Claire, as it would be easier for

after looking into the case, I

one seemed to have any enemies. The only survivor, Rhea Brook, was out of her mind, unable

the son of a neighbor. Rhea identified him as her family's murderer, but her claim was dismissed in court when she falsely

the neighbors to ask questions. The Lane

been on good terms. Whenever there

to eat,

other. They also attended each other's weddings and

were very close. Both their families had

care of Rhea. After all, she was the only one left from her family, and had been driven mad. It was terribly sad

it was clear that the Brook family

to ask around, there was no progress. There were no clues and nothing to

Stephen. When he went out, it was only to return to his academy or visit the bookshop. Occasionally, he would