Her Majestic Battle Cry
Her Majestic Battle Cry Chapter 994

Chapter 994

“It’s not like I haven’t thought about that too, but we’re not there yet. So, let’s not worry about it for now. If things don’t work out, we can always sell the embroidery in other regions. It’s not a huge problem. The real issue is that we haven’t even taken the first step yet,” said Carissa.

“True. I didn’t expect it to be this difficult. Do you think the women’s academy will be just as hard?” Violet asked.

“No, the demand for spots at the women’s academy will exceed the supply,” Carissa replied.

Violet rested her chin in her hand. “Well, alright then. I’m in a bad mood now, so tonight, I’ll have my four apprentices train harder.”

Carissa laughed. “Sage Violet, go ahead and send out the notice. Your apprentices are all eager to learn martial arts.”

Violet chuckled. “Kevin’s the most diligent. That kid is relentless and his progress is fast. He’s a great candidate for martial arts. If he had a mentor when he was younger, his skills would be impressive by now. As it is, he’s a bit behind. But still, he’s making progress.”

Later that evening, Carissa visited Silverstone Estate while Violet, with a small whip in hand, had her four apprentices train even harder.

After hearing Carissa’s request, Zoey agreed to help and was happy to do so.

Carissa sighed in relief, her face lighting up with a smile. “With your help, I can finally rest easy.”

“Life is hard for women. If we can help, we should. It’s a way of doing good deeds,” Zoey

replied.

There was a deep sadness in her eyes, one that Carissa hadn’t seen before. When they had last met, Zoey had been helping with an investigation at Valor Estate, and her expression had been far less troubled.

Carissa couldn’t help but ask, “Madam Zoey, has something happened? If you’re comfortable sharing, perhaps I can help.”

She genuinely wanted to return the favor and repay Zoey for all her previous help.

Zoey smiled bitterly and shook her head. “It’s just a couple of minor things, nothing that needs your help, Your Grace.”

Seeing that Zoey didn’t want to discuss it further, Carissa didn’t press the matter. She stood to take her leave but was interrupted when a servant rushed in, announcing that Viola had caused Evelyn to faint in anger.

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Zoey gritted her teeth, her face flushed with anger, but she still forced a smile. “Please don’t mind it, Your Grace.”

Carissa wasn’t keen to get involved with matters concerning Viola, so she decided it was

best to take her leave.

As she made her way to the door, Zoey suddenly spoke again, “Your Grace, may I ask you something?”

Carissa stopped and turned. “Of course, Madam Zoey, What is it?”

Obviously feeling uncomfortable, she hesitated for a while before finally asking, “Do you know why the Ministry of Justice is holding Barrett?”

Carissa was confused. “He’s being held? That’s impossible. He should have been released a while ago.”

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The case had already been concluded. Aurora had been taken away, and Barrett wasn’t significantly implicated–just demoted with a salary reduction. By all accounts, he should have already left the Ministry of Justice long ago.

Zoey smiled wryly. “He’s still there. We sent someone to ask and they said he was refusing to leave. But something feels off about it. Who would willingly stay locked up? There must be something more to it, which is why I’m asking you, Your Grace.”

Carissa honestly hadn’t known about this. After thinking it over for a moment, she shared what she knew, saying, “His Majesty showed mercy, only demoting him and docking his salary. He’s still the deputy commander of the Nightsteel Guard.”

Zoey’s face darkened at this. She was relieved she hadn’t yet used her connections and spent money trying to get him out, or it would’ve been an embarrassing mistake.

Zoey seemed a bit embarrassed as she explained, “Viola has been pushing my mother–in- law to replace someone to get him released. I’m afraid she’s so upset right now that she’s fainted.”

“I see,” Carissa said with a nod. “Then, I’ll take my leave. You should go check on your mother–in–law.”

Carissa didn’t want to press further, nor did she want to take up more of Zoey’s time, so she turned and left.

Back at Hell Monarch Estate, Rafael had just returned. The backlog of cases at the Supreme Court had been growing due to the ongoing negotiations, with many cases waiting for approval.

Carissa stayed with him for a late–night snack, then casually asked, “Is Barrett still being held by the Ministry of Justice, or is there another reason? I went to Silverstone Estate today and heard he hasn’t been released. Could His Majesty be planning something else for

him?”

Since Barrett was now essentially in the same boat as her third uncle, his punishment could affect Victory Pass as well, so Carissa felt she had to ask.

“It’s because he doesn’t want to leave. The Ministry of Justice can’t do much. After all, they haven’t removed him from his post, so they can’t forcibly kick him out. He’s just staying there, and I expect Mr. Lloyd will report to the king tomorrow,” Rafael answered with mild indifference.