Her Graceful War Song (Carissa Sinclair) novel Chapter 420

Meredith said, "My father-in-law oversees the Oversight Department. Just the other day, over dinner, he mentioned that they're working to clean up the behavior of officials and restore the regulations from the previous king's reign. He insists that all officials must be honest and incorruptible. Lately, he and his deputy are discussing this matter, and it seems that Samuel is now in the spotlight."

Upon hearing this, Carissa smiled and said, "Isn't that a stroke of luck? However, we might need to wait a day or two. Since that courtesan was beaten today, Samuel might be quite distressed. When I met him, he looked down on me greatly. I suspect he might come to demand an explanation. I wonder if offending a princess consort counts as a crime?"

Meredith replied, "I've heard that Samuel fancies himself some kind of genius reborn, and prides himself on his exceptional talent. Since he was appointed as one of the top scholars by the king, he thinks of himself as above others because he's considered one of the king's direct students. If that was the case, he should set a good example and restrain himself.

"But instead, his household is a mess—he openly visits entertainment parlors and brothels and has taken a courtesan as his concubine, completely neglecting his primary wife. To make matters worse, he's even offended a princess consort because of that courtesan. I trust the Oversight Department will come down hard on him soon."

With Meredith's assurance, Carissa felt relieved.

Striking Samuel would only lead to further resentment and make matters worse for Leona. However, with the Oversight Department keeping an eye on him, would he dare to act so recklessly? If he did, he might well forfeit his future prospects.

After venting her anger, Henrietta also spoke about Leona, "She is simply too timid! Despite being of noble birth, how could she allow herself to be bullied like that by the members of the Earl of Gracehold's household?"

"She has always been gentle and soft-spoken. You know how Uncle is. Growing up in such an environment, how could she develop any fortitude? If it were anyone else—even an ordinary noble lady—would the Earl of Gracehold's family dare to treat them so badly?" said Meredith.

Violet looked frustrated and said, "In my opinion, she loves Samuel too much. I don't understand what's so special about him. Underneath his human facade, he's nothing but a worthless animal. If it were up to me, I'd make sure he was beaten every day until he gets straightened out."