Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1614

Chapter 1614

Helen had the confidence to speak that way because over the years, she had spent very little and gained a great deal. The rewards from the palace, gifts from various families, and the respect shown by the younger generation all added up. Many of them, especially Violet, were generous in their offerings.

For her only granddaughter, Helen could never be too reluctant. One of her favorite sayings was that, after she was gone, everything would belong to Elise.

Now, as Helen's daughter-in-law and granddaughter arrived at her residence, it was no surprise that she brought up the topic of Elise's martial arts training at Meadow Ridge again.

"It's not that it's bad, but it'll be so long. She'll hardly return home, and then she'll say she wants to go off on her own again. She's such a delicate little thing-how can she go wandering like that? I can't argue with my son, though. He's a man who doesn't understand such things. I can never make him see reason," Helen said.

"Grandmother, I'm not delicate. Look at this punch!" Elise proudly raised her fist and waved it in front of Helen's face. "One hit from me, and even a wild boar would fall unconscious."

Helen sighed inwardly. "Other girls use their hands to play musical instruments, write poems, or at least manage the household accounts. But you? You're out here using your hands to fight wild boars. What, do you think we're starving for your prized pork?"

arms around Helen's neck, laughing playfully. "Other girls might be dainty,

though Helen adored her granddaughter, she

for others to get into fights, but you? You're my precious heart. How can I bear for you to be hurt? Even a bruise would

blaming her for sending Elise to Meadow Ridge. Carissa simply smiled and kept her gaze down,

course, Helen never pushed too hard. Whenever they disagreed, Carissa would simply offer a way out, and the older woman would take it without any airs

"Of course, learning martial arts is good. It strengthens the body and keeps one from

title and official records were issued. Her fief was located in the southern region, so her title was the Duchess of Southmere. With

Eastmarch was located in Lumoria and consisted of fifteen districts. Its administrative centre was in Port

over

region grew into a

approval, after discussions with his court officials. For years, Rafael had worked tirelessly as the regent, gaining the respect of all at court. Now, with Cecil fully

region? In truth, it was a gesture meant for Rafael. With the region being far

only the Southmere area was prosperous. Other regions around it like Rosevale, Maplecrest, Riverlain, and Wellmere remained relatively

carried himself more and more like a real ruler. It wasn't that he feared Rafael; he simply wanted to provide him