Her Graceful War Song

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Carissa was unaware that Viola had returned to Silverstone Estate. She had come to discuss some matters with Zoey, and had chosen to come in the evening because she still had cases to handle during the day.

Moreover, the Earl of Silverstone’s family had no close ties with Eleanor, so there was no need for formal visits. If she came during the day, she would have to bring the Capital Guard, just like she would to other estates. Otherwise, it would seem like preferential treatment.

Seeing Carissa dressed in women’s attire rather than her official uniform, Zoey felt a slight sense of relief.

She greeted, “Hello, Your Grace, Ms. Spencer. It’s good to see you!”

“Good day, Mrs. Prince.” Violet had a special fondness for Zoey, so she followed Carissa despite feeling tired from the day’s events.

*Please come in and take a seat,” Zoey said with a smile, instructing the servants to bring refreshments.

Once they were seated, Zoey asked, “Your Grace, if you have something to discuss, you could have sent someone to inform me. There was no need for you to come personally.”

“Mrs. Prince, there’s no need for such formality. I’m here today to share a few things with you,” Carissa said, glancing at the servants in the main hall. “Could you ask them to leave?”

Zoey exchanged a knowing look with Jane, who immediately instructed, “Everyone, you may leave now. No need to wait.”

Once the servants had exited, Zoey turned to Carissa and said, “Please feel free to speak your mind, Your Grace.”

Carissa inquired, “Have you heard of Ms. Ava Weaver from Weaver Coffee?”

Immediately, Zoey recalled what Caspian had said the night he came back after buying ravioli. She had felt suspicious about the woman, Ava, at the time.

Her heart raced, and she replied without hesitation, “Yes, I’ve heard of her. My brother–in–law met her a few times, but after that, I didn’t hear him mention seeing her again.”

She recounted the incident when Capsian encountered Ava at the ravioli stand.

“At the time, I found it strange and kept my eye on things. I even instructed the servants not to buy coffee from Weaver Coffee. Caspian didn’t have a good impression of Ms. Weaver either. When he returned to buy ravioli again, the vendor mentioned that Ms. Weaver hadn’t eaten the ravioli he prepared, Caspian asked if they had gone bad that day, but they hadn’t, so my brother–in–law thought she was wasteful. That’s why he hasn’t bought coffee from her since.”

Although Zoey didn’t fully grasp what was happening, she instinctively wanted to clear Caspian’s name. The fact that Carissa had come personally to speak about Ava indicated that there was something serious at play, especially since she was currently investigating the treason case involving Eleanor.

Carissa admired Zoey’s sharpness as she listened. A woman like her truly had the ability to support the family’s household.

“It’s fortunate there hasn’t been any contact. I came today to inform you that Ms. Weaver’s real name is

Celeste Kingsley. She is the daughter of Henry and his concubine, and she was sent by Eleanor to get close to Mr. Prince. You must have heard of the courtesan Samuel from the Earl of Gracehold’s family married. She is the same person.”

Zoey’s face turned pale with shock. “What? Thank goodness Caspian wasn’t deceived!”

The mere thought sent a chill down her spine. If Casplan had gotten involved with a concubine’s daughter from Eleanor’s household during this treason plot orchestrated by Eleanor, Carissa wouldn’t be here as the Hell Monarch’s princess consort.

She would be here as Commander Sinclair. Copyright Nôv/el/Dra/ma.Org.

Zoey couldn’t help but feel grateful that Caspian was so oblivious to romantic advances. Being a courtesan, Celeste must be incredibly beautiful. Any other man might have already fallen into her trap.

Carissa paused for a moment, her gaze at Zoey growing more complex. “Yes, it’s indeed fortunate that Mr. Prince wasn’t deceived. However, over the past few days, the Royal Citadel has been questioning the servants of Harmony Palace. One of the junior stewards revealed that Celeste had recently inquired about the Earl of Silverstone’s preferences.

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“She said that since she couldn’t get to Mr. Prince, she might as well target the Earl of Silverstone directly. She reported this to Eleanor, who approved it. Celeste even bribed one of the servants from residence to gather information about Marshal Prince’s preferences. Now, Celeste has left the capital, and I suspect she is heading to the Southern Frontier.”