Her Graceful War Song (Carissa Sinclair) novel Chapter 351

Chapter 351

Kylie was truly at her wit’s end.

As Dakota’s son, Kendrick, had married someone from the Quinton family, Helen was also keen on marrying Kiera to the same family.

Victoria had tacitly agreed. Salvador, being devoted to his mother, would certainly heed her advice.

However, among the Quinton family men, only Logan was uninterested in scholarly pursuits. He spent his days idly walking dogs and playing with cats, while the rest dedicated themselves to rigorous study, striving for a place in the court.

Particularly, Kylie’s fifth brother, Marcus, had devoted himself to intense study from a young age, aiming for top honors.

If he were to marry Kiera and become a mere idle nobleman like Henry, what would be the point of his efforts?

Kylie knew she couldn’t interfere directly in Kiera’s marriage arrangements, so she sought Carissa’s help. She had expected Carissa to be reluctant, but Carissa’s final words had shown her intentions clearly.

Kylie felt a deep sense of gratitude.

“If Kiera’s marriage with my sixth brother succeeds, I will certainly give you a grand gift and will owe you a favor,” she said.

Carissa smiled, saying nothing.

She had no need for grand gifts or favors from the queen, but adhering to the principle that having more friends than enemies was better, she knew how to proceed. She understood Logan and knew Kiera’s feelings, but her opposition came from her scheming mother–in–law, Helen.

Carissa was willing to assist in making a good match because she saw Kiera as her own sister.

Once the conversation was concluded, they left the palace.

Rafael returned to the estate first, while Carissa and Helen shared a carriage to Eleanor’s palace. Helen found it stifling to be alone with Carissa, so she had Gillian join them in the carriage.

For some reason, just seeing Carissa’s face made Helen feel that Carissa might lecture her, which was something she particularly disliked, especially from someone younger.

Helen shot Carissa a sideways glance. “What are you insinuating? How can you doubt Grand Princess Eleanor like that? She’s made a bet–if she loses, she must acknowledge it. She values her reputation

What kind of person would encourage a mother in law to steal her daughter in law’s dowry and give it to them?

She glanced at Gillian, and noticed the latter’s uneasy expression,