Her Graceful War Song (Carissa Sinclair) novel Chapter 863

"Of course I'm a man!" Davis replied. "But while men can act recklessly—taking multiple wives, passing on their lineage, and relying on their wives to care for them even when they're afflicted with illness—there's no chaos in the world. So, why is it that when a woman is cast off and finds a place to be sheltered, it somehow leads to disorder?

"Why are you so afraid of giving women another chance at life? No one wants to take that step unless they have no choice. Do you all wish to force them into such a position? If not, then what is it that frightens you?"

Davis had remained silent until then, but once he spoke, he did so with purpose, having been instructed by his family to lend unwavering support to Rafael.

Carissa listened quietly from her seat in court, but didn't speak. As a woman, the backlash would be even stronger if she spoke on behalf of women. After all, what someone chose to do or say was often influenced by personal interests or gains.

No matter how eloquent Carissa was, she couldn't match their verbal sparring.

So, she could only wait for Salvador to call on her.

As expected, just as Rafael and Davis were embroiled in a heated debate with the other ministers, Salvador cleared his throat lightly and turned to Carissa.

"Carissa, I would like to hear your opinion."

Carissa appeared as if she had suddenly been called out. When everyone looked at her, she had a completely bewildered expression. But she quickly composed herself, stepping forward and nodding respectfully.

"Your Majesty, I don't have any grand theories to share. However, from a woman's perspective—and as someone who has once been divorced—I would like to express my thoughts. I wonder if the esteemed ministers would like to hear them?"