Her Graceful War Song (Carissa Sinclair) novel Chapter 924

The next evening, Cindy arrived in the capital. She didn't go anywhere else first, but made her way straight to Hell Monarch Estate.

Carissa had known her third aunt was coming back, but hadn't expected it to be so soon. Dominic had said it would be several days before they could meet. When she heard Violet cheerfully bounce over to inform her of Cindy's arrival, she had just taken off half of her official uniform. She quickly put it back on and dashed out.

It was still light out, and the sunset was beautiful. The evening glow painted the sky with layers of soft red and orange, casting a warm light over Cindy, who was directing the servants as they carried her things inside.

"Aunt Cindy!"

At the sound of her name, Cindy quickly turned around. Before she could even get a clear look, a figure rushed toward her and enveloped her in a tight hug.

With Carissa in her arms, it finally felt real. Tears immediately welled up but were quickly held back, leaving only a sharp pang in her nose.

Cindy smiled and said, "What's this? I've only just arrived, and you're already trying to throw me out of the gates by ramming into me?"

Carissa held Cindy for a long time before letting go.

With a wide grin on her face, she said, "I'm just happy to see you, Aunt Cindy."

Cindy cupped Carissa's face in her hands. No matter how hard she tried, tears wouldn't stop pooling in her eyes. She smiled, but her lips trembled.

"Silly child, let me see how much taller you've grown. My goodness, you're already half a head taller than me!"

Cindy raised her hand above her head to measure their heights, laughing until tears spilled from her eyes.

Carissa laughed brightly. "Of course, I've grown taller. How old do you think I am now?"

Cindy pinched her niece's cheek lovingly. Carissa had clearly grown, but Cindy knew that growth had come through so much hardship.

Carissa stuck out her tongue playfully before subtly turning away to take a deep breath, pushing back the ache in her chest.