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.

children born of unions between the people in the Southern Frontier and Sandorians.

in the past two years. These people have been hiding

Eleanor was still around, disguised as merchants traveling with trade caravans,” Carissa explained. “Eleanor

orders because it was exceptionally profitable. When Eleanor fell

heard a rumor that the Marquis of Glandale had a liking for young men.

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carefully, “That may be part of the reason. However, based on my investigation, neither Eleanor nor Lord Schmitt knew that these Sandorian spies were trained in martial arts. They likely assumed the newcomers were

through the loose tongues of certain nobles over the years. However, they’ve struggled to transmit their findings back to Sandoria. This was revealed during our covert surveillance of their private conversations. Some of them have even proposed devising a plan to leave the

posing as spies in the capital all this time,” Salvador said, anger flickering in his eyes. “Eavesdropping on the secrets

bit awkward, but since it

in such preferences. Most go

wanted something more thrilling. For those who had reached a certain level of wealth

in the restrictions placed on officials. Although the court didn’t

situation. After all, many frequented brothels–especially the idle, undisciplined scions of noble families. These young men were the most unpredictable, prone to reckless chatter that could lead

gentlemen’s retreat, however, was different. It had strict standards, high entry fees, and clientele carefully screened. Those deemed suspicious

darkened with displeasure. “Do you have a list

long, so we’ve only identified a few officials currently in office,” Carissa

from Goldencrest Palace? Salvador asked sharply, referring to those