Her Graceful War Song (Carissa Sinclair) novel Chapter 276

Chapter 276

The elderly woman wore a stone–blue brocade coat with cloud patterns, and held a small metal hot water bottle. She appeared to be in her fifties, with streaks of gray in her hair, which was neatly styled in an immaculate updo. Her demeanor exuded a sense of authority and respect.

In contrast, her daughter was dressed simply. Beneath a white fur coat, she wore an apricot–yellow gown. In her twenties, she was quite beautiful, but her face carried a faint, melancholic air. Without the touch of color in her dress, her overall demeanor might have seemed even more aged than her mother’s.

After inviting them to sit, Carissa explained, “A few days ago, Ryan was undergoing treatment when you sent the invitation, Madam Prince. I was unable to meet with you then and was worried about being impolite, so I asked someone to decline on our behalf. Now that he is much better, I wanted to invite you both to the residence and express my gratitude for your concern for Ryan.”

Evelyn inquired, “How is the young lord now?”

“He is much improved. Thank you for keeping him in your thoughts,” Carissa replied.

Evelyn smiled, and said, “I know your family has everything it needs, but we’ve recently acquired a rare herbal tonic and thought it would benefit the young lord’s health.”

As she spoke, one of the maids brought forward a brocade box and bowed to

Carissa.

“I hope you will accept it.”

Carissa responded, “How can I accept such a precious gift? I am already deeply- grateful for your visit to see Ryan. I cannot possibly accept such an expensive medicine.”

“Please, accept it as a small token from the Earl of Silverstone’s family,” Evelyn insisted, with a hint of both resignation and joy.

“Though our two families seldom interacted in the past, we have always respected the Duke of Northwatch. Hearing that the young lord is still among us brings us great happiness. If you do not accept it, it will seem as if you are looking down upon our family.”

Seeing Evelyn’s earnestness, Carissa stopped refusing. She thanked Evelyn, and instructed Lily to accept the tonic.

Evelyn seemed inclined to say more, but Viola, evidently impatient, directly asked. Carissa, “Lady Sinclair, could you tell us why you parted ways with Barrett? Is there an issue with his character or conduct?”

Evelyn’s expression darkened. “Viola, don’t be rude.”

“My name actually takes after the violet flower, which symbolizes modesty and faithfulness, similar to the symbolic nature of the yew tree. You mentioned ‘also‘. Who else in your family has the name that means ‘yew?” Viola said.

She said quietly, “I see.”

“A man taking a concubine is a common matter,” Viola said, clearly skeptical. “Did you really leave him over this?”