Semua Bab Her Graceful War Song: Bab 701 - Bab 710

Under Theodore's guidance, the Sinclair family maintained their composure. He dispatched people to the Capital Guard and the Garrison Unit barracks, then awaited the Royal Citadel's opening time to file a report. The Sinclair family followed all proper protocols.Theodore trusted that Rafael and Carissa knew the situation and wouldn't look the other way. They had their way of handling things. Since the Sinclair family primarily consisted of businesspeople and ordinary citizens, they would tackle this as ordinary folk would.The Royal Citadel officials quickly initiated an investigation. Thalia and her two children had vanished late at night without passing through the main or side entrances of the residences, which meant they had been abducted. As part of the routine procedure, the Royal Citadel officials needed to inquire if the family had offended anyone upon their return to the capital.As the officials searched for the missing family members and took statements, the matter caugh

Derek lowered his head, his expression shifting slightly. However, he respectfully replied, "I've heard of it, but I didn't think much of it. The Hell Monarch received your sacred order to head to the Southern Frontier battlefield. He lived up to your expectations and successfully reclaimed the Southern Frontier."He does deserve credit, and you have acknowledged his merits before the kingdom's people. I believe the Hell Monarch has accomplished this as a loyal subject. But rulers will always come first when it comes to great achievements recorded throughout history."Salvador chuckled. "You're always playing little tricks when talking to me, Derek. I'm not that petty, and I'm not afraid of someone with too much merit. I'm just puzzled about one thing. If the people want to build a shrine to honor the Hell Monarch, why didn't they propose it when he first returned to the capital after reclaiming the Southern Frontier? That was when their emotions were at their peak."He picked up

Eleanor stepped in to defuse the tension. She cast Fiona a sharp glance to remind her to keep an eye on Molly.Fiona was irritated. Due to her status as a concubine, she hesitated to intervene when Molly made her rounds of greetings. They had talked about this beforehand—tonight was meant to be a solemn event. It wasn't about making connections. They should focus on being quiet, copying scriptures, and praying for the departed souls. Those were the best ways to socialize.But from the moment Molly arrived, she started trying to make small talk and acting overly familiar, as if they were at a banquet. Hadn't she noticed how the expressions of the older ladies had shifted?Fiona stepped forward and said softly, "Lady Molly, let's copy scriptures together."She had brought a few holy texts, and had even copied some scriptures while attending to the sickly in the palace.Molly reluctantly took a seat at a low table and began copying the scriptures. The holy texts were in a different l

When the clock struck eight, the assassins made their move.A row of figures dressed in black silently descended upon Harmony Palace, swords at the ready. The priests were reciting their prayers in the main courtyard. By then, the noblewomen had finished burning their copies of the scriptures. Now, some were writing while others continued to chant prayers.Suddenly, a piercing scream shattered the stillness of the night. The ladies fell silent, their voices abruptly cut off."Assassins!"The cry sliced through the air like a dagger, echoing heavily in Eleanor's heart. She was right in the main courtyard, yet hadn't seen any attackers. That meant the assassins must have infiltrated the inner and back courtyards of Harmony Palace.As she prepared to rush outside, Rosalind stood up and seized her arm. "There are assassins out there, Grand Princess Eleanor! It's too dangerous!""Let go of me!" Eleanor spun around with a look fierce enough to shock everyone present.Panic spread am

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,