Her Majestic Battle Cry

Her Majestic Battle Cry Chapter 1048

Chapter 1048

A few days later, the rumors finally began to die down.

It was curious how fickle public opinion could be. After the storm of gossip, slander, and outrage, some began to look at Skye Embroidery in a new light.

It might be because some agreed with the articles written by those scholars, prompting other academics to interpret the situation more positively.

As one of the storytellers at the Ascension Coffeehouse had put it, Skye Embroidery was, at its core, a lifeline for women cast out of their homes. It wasn’t some earth–shattering rebellion against morality or societal order. Could it truly be so difficult for anyone to show even a sliver of compassion?

However, this line of thinking was shared only by a portion of the populace. Most still withheld their approval, though the vehemence of their opposition had lessened. Cooler heads began to prevail, even if grudgingly.

It was around this time that Leona, the Duchess of Everpeace, made a shocking move.

She stepped into the halls of Skye Embroidery and declared to the world that she was severing all ties with Harvey. She no longer recognized Harvey as her dad and announced that Skye Embroidery would henceforth be her home.

This decision had not been made on a whim.

When Skye Embroidery had stood empty, with no one willing to take up residence, Leona had already considered moving in. She had discussed the matter several times with Alana and Leah. They had advised against it, saying it would seem too deliberate. They worried it would bring more controversy to the workshop rather than help it.

Leona remained steadfast in her resolve. Alana eventually sought counsel from Carissa. Carissa personally met with Leona and had a long and private conversation with her. Afterward, Carissa gave her blessing–on the condition that

their father–daughter relationship would ensure Leona

made her decision with such practicalities in mind. Many things remained outside her awareness, but her parents‘ actions or

on her. When her grandfather faced tribulations, they still didn’t care or even visit him

her tumultuous marriage to Samuel, Leona had come to understand that some relationships could not be forced. Love was like that, and so was family. To force affection where it did not exist only led to pain for everyone involved. Letting

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Estate, Leopold had Serena, tearful and hysterical, sent back to her

Embroidery, Violet and Hannah were assisting Leona in settling in when the new steward from Ironridge Estate

to return as the

arms were wrapped around her knees, and she was staring blankly ahead. She hadn’t said a word about

settled beside her cousin. “Jessica, why aren’t

turned to her with confused eyes. “Going? Where would

Ironridge Estate–to take your place as

a few times, but it wouldn’t budge. In her struggle, the sharp edge of the grass cut her finger. A

then back at the small blade of

you’re bleeding!”

and wrapped it around Jessica’s finger. “What were you thinking? That grass wasn’t bothering anyone.