Her Majestic Battle Cry

Her Majestic Battle Cry Chapter 2

Chapter 1

At Grace Mansion, the lanterns in the corridors cast intricate shadows on the window frames, resembling beasts looming on the walls.

Carissa Sinclair sat on a chair with her hands folded in her lap, her slender body hidden beneath plain clothes. She looked at the man before her—her husband whom she had spent a year waiting for.

Barrett Warren was still wearing his slightly-worn battle armor. Standing under the dim light, he looked commanding and handsome. His face showed a mix of determination and a touch of regret.

“Carissa, the king has issued a royal edict for this marriage. Aurora will be joining our household. There’s no question about it,” said Barrett.

Carissa’s eyes clouded with confusion. “The queen dowager has said that General Yates is a model for all women in the kingdom. Would she be willing to be a concubine?”

Barrett’s eyes flashed with a hint of annoyance. “No, she won’t be a concubine. She’ll be my legal wife and equal to you.”

“Calling her that doesn’t change anything. Ultimately, she’s really just a concubine in disguise,” Carissa replied, remaining indifferent.

Barrett frowned. “What does it matter? Aurora and I developed feelings for each other on the battlefield. We earned this marriage through our achievements. I don’t need your approval.”

Carissa smiled mockingly. “Developed feelings, huh? Do you remember what you said to me before you left for war?”

On their wedding night a year ago, Barrett had left to lead reinforcements on an expedition.

Before leaving, he had lifted his wife’s veil and promised her, “Carrisa Sinclair, you’re the only woman I’ll ever love in my life. I will never take a concubine!”

Feeling awkward, Barrett turned away. “Forget what I said. When I married you, I didn’t understand love. I thought you were a suitable match for a wife until I met Rory.”

Talking about the woman he loved, his eyes softened and filled with deep affection. He turned back to Carissa and added, “She’s unlike any woman I’ve ever met. I love her deeply. I hope you’ll agree to this.”

Carissa felt a lump in her throat.

Despite feeling a mix of disgust and unwillingness, she still asked, “What about your parents? Do they agree?”

royal edict. Besides, Aurora is straightforward, cheerful, and lovable. She

done over the past year

currently in the mansion?”

Yates with a softness in his voice, “Yes, she’s talking to

of emotions. “When you went to war, your mother was seriously ill. I brought in the best physician to treat her. I managed the estate’s affairs by day

wasn’t seeking praise. She was stating the facts of her

“I know this is unfair to you, but for the greater good, please

thin line as she blinked away the tears in her eyes and sharpened her gaze. “Invite General Yates over. I have a

different from any woman you know. She’s a general, and she’s above the

of woman am I to you? Have you forgotten? I’m also the

a delicate woman suited for the comforts of home. Aurora has no respect for such women. She’s straightforward and unrestrained. If she meets you, she might say things you won’t like. Why

under the corner of her eye became

it. Understanding the bigger picture and acting with dignity

Chapter 2

“Why put yourself through this? There was a royal edict for this marriage. Even when Aurora moves in, you’ll be in separate wings. She won’t compete with you for control of

really think I’m attached to managing this household?”

was no easy task. Just the monthly medicine for Barrett’s mother cost dozens of silver coins. Then, there

Over the past year, Carissa had used much of her dowry to keep things

this was her

I just needed to inform you. Whether you agree or not changes

watched him leave in a huff, she felt even more

lord was too much!” said

stern look. “We never consummated the marriage. He’s not your lord. Go fetch my

dowry list?” Lulu asked,

the forehead. “Silly girl, why would

held her forehead and gasped. “But your mother arranged this marriage,

welled up in Carissa’s eyes at the mention of

mother, never taking a concubine. They had six sons and one daughter. All her