Her Graceful War Song (Carissa Sinclair) novel Chapter 306

Chapter 306

The ladies present today all saw how Carissa stole the spotlight. Eve understood that Kyle was protecting her with his reputation.

though they were envious, they

With Kyle’s favor, Carissa was bound to be highly regarded by the civil officials. For example, someone like Trevor, who valued art above all else, would likely seek more Interaction with Carissa if he wished to maintain a connection with Kyle.

As for the king, the prime minister, and the defense minister, their attitudes today showed their high regard for Carissa, and this respect was not solely due to Kyle’s Influence.

Everyone had to admit that Carissa, once dismissed and devalued, had transformed into a favored figure in the capital.

After the paintings were purchased, Ryan was brought out to pay his respects to the king and the others. Carissa had deliberately shown Ryan’s face, highlighting him as the future head of the Duke of Northwatch’s household.

Though small in stature, Ryan stood straight and proud, evoking memories of the young men of the Duke of Northwatch’s family.

Carissa then led Helen and the other ladies to the side hall for tea. As she listened to their conversations, Carissa found the compliments much more pleasant. Occasionally, she heard praise that was genuinely flattering.

However, she could distinguish between true and false flattery. Social niceties required her to reciprocate the compliments, maintaining a flawless demeanor that even surpassed that of the most respected ladies of high society.

Helen observed Carissa for a long time. Somehow, after today, she found Carissa less disagreeable. If Carissa weren’t her future daughter–in–law, she felt she might even like her.

Unfortunately, Carissa was to be her daughter–in–law.

The natural friction between mother–in–law and daughter–in–law was expected, especially since her son was so outstanding: even the late king had valued him so much. If even noblewomen from prestigious families weren’t worthy of him, Carissa was even more so.

Helen suddenly snapped back to reality. She had been close to being won over by Carissa’s display of competence.

Helen should have been angry–today was supposed to be her moment in the spotlight, yet it had turned Into Carissa’s.