Her Majestic Battle Cry

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Once the investigation into the gentlemen’s retreat was concluded, Carissa personally entered the palace to deliver her report.

She was unaware that Kylie had lodged a complaint against her, intending only to report on the matter at hand before visiting Victoria.

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When Salvador heard that martial–trained Sandorian spies had been hiding within the gentlemen’s retreat, he was visibly shocked. His expression immediately grew serious.

Carissa refrained from mentioning Gerald’s frequent visits to the gentlemen’s retreat. The investigation had made it clear that Gerald’s visits were purely for leisure, and he deliberately concealed his identity. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have gone to such lengths to disguise himself in that ridiculous manner.

From what she overheard, Gerald’s conversations revolved solely around frivolities, with no mention of court affairs or suspicious behavior. Thus, there was no basis to suspect any breach of security.

Claire, who had eavesdropped on the courtesans‘ private discussions, noted that they referred to Gerald as “the old ghost” behind his back. They spoke of him with disdain, complaining about his frequent visits. If not for his generous tips, it was unlikely anyone would have

entertained him at all.

Since it was clearly a matter of personal indulgence, Carissa saw no reason to report it. Moreover, it appeared Gerald hadn’t recognized that some of the courtesans were Sandorian. The Sandorians had been deliberate in their selections, choosing men with striking features that suggested an exotic allure without fully embodying Sandorian traits.

between the people in the Southern Frontier

in the past two years. These people have been hiding

still around, disguised as merchants traveling with trade caravans,” Carissa explained. “Eleanor arranged for their new identities and placed them in the gentlemen’s

more than a flesh trade. Moreover… The gentlemen’s retreats were established under her orders because it was exceptionally profitable. When Eleanor fell from power, Lord Schmitt couldn’t bring himself to shut

and uncomfortable hearing this. “I once heard a rumor that the Marquis of Glandale had a liking for young men. The reason

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part of the reason. However, based on my investigation, neither Eleanor nor Lord Schmitt

tongues of certain nobles over the years. However, they’ve struggled to transmit their findings back to Sandoria. This

the capital all this time,” Salvador said, anger flickering in his eyes. “Eavesdropping on the secrets of nobles? It seems my court has quite a few officials

Salvador made Carissa feel a bit awkward, but since it was an official matter,

not many truly indulge in such preferences. Most go out of curiosity, seeking

were bored of ordinary pleasures and wanted something more thrilling. For those who had reached a

the court didn’t explicitly forbid visits to entertainment parlors, such

frequented brothels–especially the idle, undisciplined scions of noble families. These young

high entry fees, and clientele carefully screened. Those deemed suspicious were barred

displeasure. “Do you have a list

for long, so we’ve only identified a few officials

Palace? Salvador asked sharply, referring to those who had served him during