Her Graceful War Song (Carissa Sinclair) novel Chapter 783

Carissa didn't feel relieved even after leaving Oakspire Estate. She still needed to face the Quinton family tomorrow. And beyond them, there was also Hayden, to whom Eleanor had also sent someone.

Carissa didn't plan on bringing the Capital Guard to Hayden's residence, Willowbrook Estate. Instead, she intended to visit him with Rafael in the evening and fill him in. After all, the elderly prince had returned to the capital alone, with all his descendants serving in far-off territories.

However, Salvador was still understandably cautious of him, especially since the person backing Eleanor remained unidentified. Without proof, the king would be wary of all his vassals.

That night, Rafael arrived at Willowbrook Estate with Carissa, carrying a gift to keep up appearances. The old prince certainly knew how to enjoy himself. After dinner, the household songstresses took turns performing for him, serenading him with music.

When Rafael and Carissa arrived, Hayden was reclining on a lounge chair, eyes closed, tapping a rhythm on the armrest as he listened. The songstress, her face veiled, played a string instrument as she sang. Her voice was as clear as a nightingale, sweet and lilting.

Her slender, fair fingers glided over the strings, each pluck and strum filling the room with pure, ethereal music, like streams flowing through high mountains. The music was enchanting, and it felt as if one's troubles faded away after listening to it.

Rafael and Carissa listened to the song from the doorway, fully captivated despite not knowing what piece was being played. When the song ended, Hayden opened his eyes, and they stepped inside.

"Coming so late—hardly seems like you're bringing good news," Hayden greeted with a smile.

Rafael raised the gift in his hand with a grin. "Great-uncle, since when is a gift not good news?"

Carissa smiled and greeted Hayden politely, "Good evening, Great-uncle."

Hayden's eyes narrowed as he looked her over, a smile spreading across his lips. "Ah, here's our kingdom's first female official—bold and spirited, every bit a match for the men."