Her Graceful War Song (Carissa Sinclair) novel Chapter 771

Giles, the head steward of Ironridge Estate, stood outside the door. He nodded respectfully as he entered the room.

He explained, "Madam Emma, there's no need to worry. Grand Princess Eleanor's treason has essentially been established. The Supreme Court's investigation is merely to uncover those behind it. Even if they don't find anyone, the Supreme Court will still go through the motions. Since the Marquis of Ironridge's household and Grand Princess Eleanor's household are connected through marriage, some fallout is inevitable.

"However, Lady Carissa only summoned the marquis and Lady Jessica for questioning today, which clearly indicates she doesn't intend to escalate things. Otherwise, even those close to Lady Jessica would have been called in."

Emma sighed. "I really don't understand. Grand Princess Eleanor holds such a high position. Why would she resort to treason? And what about the concubines in her household? I've heard there were over a hundred, and most of them have died. I also heard that no male infants were left alive. How can a person be so cruel?"

With how things were, it wasn't strange why Jessica had never gotten pregnant.

Emma wanted to mention that, but the thought was too harsh to voice aloud. Still, it lingered in her mind.

The consequences of one's actions would always come back to haunt them.

Margaret felt a chill in her heart. It was all too horrifying to contemplate.

"Giles, summon those who were with Jessica and ask if they have suffered from her abuse," she said.

Giles hesitated but, seeing Margaret's serious expression, he finally spoke up, "Most of the maids who accompanied her are gone. Rumor has it they were sold off, but I fear their fates weren't any better."

"Investigate further," Margaret commanded. "In the past, we didn't manage her affairs closely and let her do as she pleased. We were unaware of her cruelty. Whether they were sold or killed, there will be someone who knows what happened."

Emma, always dutiful and respectful towards Margaret, understood her mother-in-law's thoughts. Asking someone to look into this matter meant Margaret was considering asking Leopold to divorce Jessica and cast her out.

"Ask Lady Serena. Since she entered the household, she's always been by Lady Jessica's side. She should know quite a bit," Emma added, her tone now calmer.