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?"

mischievous grin. She wrapped her arms around Helen's neck, laughing playfully. "Other girls might be dainty, but they're not special. Only your granddaughter can knock out a wild boar with one punch. Don't

her granddaughter, she wasn't

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

silently blaming her for sending Elise to Meadow Ridge. Carissa simply smiled and

Of course, Helen never pushed

added, "Of course, learning martial arts is good.

the southern region, so her title was the Duchess of Southmere. With her own fief, she would never go hungry, no matter

Its administrative centre was in Port Liantra. After sea trade routes were opened and the Maritime

over

once-poor region grew into a wealthy and

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

the region being far from the capital, once Rafael stepped down as regent, he could go there and rule as a sovereign in

Other regions around it like

had taken full control of the throne. He was growing more steady and carried himself more and more like a real ruler. It wasn't that he feared Rafael; he simply wanted to provide him with a comfortable