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?”

do. It was a royal edict. Besides, Aurora is straightforward, cheerful, and

Hah… How ironic! Everything Carissa had done over the past year had all

mansion?”

talking to my mother. She’s made her very happy. Even

the best physician to treat her. I managed the estate’s affairs by day and

was stating the

said earnestly. “I know this is unfair to you, but

she blinked away the tears in her eyes and sharpened her

from any woman you know. She’s a general, and she’s above the usual household squabbles. She wouldn’t want to meet

to you? Have you forgotten? I’m

interrupted. “But you’re 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

the striking beauty mark under the corner of her eye

I’ll ignore it. Understanding the bigger picture and acting with dignity are essential virtues for any

Chapter 2

was a royal edict for this marriage. Even when Aurora moves in, you’ll be in separate wings. She

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

dozens of silver coins. Then, there was food, clothing, and social obligations—all

a hollow shell. Over the past year, Carissa had used much of her dowry

was her

I just needed to inform you. Whether you agree or not changes nothing,” said Barrett, his patience wearing

Carissa watched him leave in a huff, she felt even

lord was too much!” said

him that!” Carissa gave her a stern look. “We never consummated the marriage. He’s not your lord. Go

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forehead. “Silly girl, why would we stay in this house

her forehead and gasped. “But your mother arranged this marriage, and your father wanted you to

up in Carissa’s eyes at the mention

to her mother, never taking a concubine. They had six sons and one daughter. All her brothers followed her father to the battlefield. Three years ago, none returned from the Southern