Her Majestic Battle Cry

Her Majestic Battle Cry 709

Chapter 709

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On the ground lay bundles of arrows and several crossbows. There were also rows of knives and swords, along with a selection of bows. A few large barrels were stacked in one corner.

As Rafael approached, the pungent scent of gunpowder wafted toward him. The barrels were sealed tight and covered with several layers of material. Yet, the unmistakable smell of gunpowder lingered in the air.

The area where the barrels sat wasn’t illuminated. The only source of light was at the entrance to the dungeon.

Rafael turned around just as Eleanor’s household soldiers arrived. Their eyes widened in shock at the flickering light illuminating the dungeon. Many stood frozen, momentarily forgetting to confront the

assassins.

Rafael stepped forward with his sword drawn, taking down several household soldiers in quick succession. It was then that he spotted Barrett entering with a handful of capital guards.

Barrett barely had time to take in the scene before he charged toward the so–called assassin, weapon raised.

Rafael exchanged a few blows with Barrett, who was momentarily distracted when they locked eyes with each other in the dim light. Seizing the opportunity, Rafael darted up the stairs, ascending three steps at a time and leaving the dungeon swiftly.

heart pounding with shock. He took a

shaking off his astonishment. “Lord Lewis,

slammed

her gown trailing behind her, a sword clutched in her hand. She raised it,

she declared,

capital guards stepped

soldiers as she walked further into

While these soldiers had proven ineffective against Rafael, they were more than capable of

many in the room had never encountered anything like what lay within the dungeon. Such items were strictly forbidden for any residence to possess

exposed, but also of Eleanor’s potential to silence them permanently once

saw the dungeon door close, he realized Michael might not find the entrance in time even if the latter stormed the western courtyard.

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man in black had to be Rafael. He had exposed the secrets in Harmony Palace.

Anger boiled within Barrett.

If they live, you will all die! This is a crime

let out battle cries, weapons raised

particularly skilled. He took the lead, swinging his blade with a loud clash as it met another

his opponents were tough, he took a deep breath. If he wasn’t careful, this

garrison guards are here. They’ll be here any moment. You’re unaware of the danger you’re