Her Graceful War Song novel Chapter 1118

The steam from the bath enveloped Rafael and Carissa. The water was neither too hot nor too cold, but just right.

Carissa had indeed reflected on it herself. Rafael was probably upset because she had left the capital to track down Violet without considering the danger.

She placed her hands gently on his chest and explained softly, "At the time, I was so anxious, I feared something terrible would happen. You know, she came to the capital for me. She's always supported me in everything, and I couldn't let her get hurt."

Her voice was soft and filled with endless apologies, her face flushed slightly from the warm water. The sincerity in her tone, laced with a hint of guilt, made her sound even more fragile, like a soft feather brushing against Rafael's heart.

Rafael thought to himself that Kyle was just a meddling fool. He was still single and alone—what did he know about love? What did he understand about marriage? It was a bit ridiculous for him to try and act as someone's guide in matters of the heart.

But none of that mattered now. What was real and undeniable was that Carissa was his wife. Whether it was her heart or her body, everything about her belonged to him.

They lived together as husband and wife in Hell Monarch Estate, which they called home. They walked through the same door, slept in the same bed, and would one day be buried together in the same tomb, destined to be together forever.

Why should he be jealous or petty? It only made things more difficult for himself and for her as well.

Rafael wrapped his arms around Carissa's slender waist, pulling her closer, his body pressed against hers.

"I'm not upset," he murmured. "You did the right thing saving Violet. I thought about it, and there was nothing you could have done differently. The Capital Guard is under your command, and you have people at your disposal. You made thorough arrangements.

"If you needed my help, your men would've come to me. When the city gates needed to be locked, didn't they come to me? Whether I knew sooner or later, it didn't matter. Even if I hadn't come, you would've solved everything. The Capital Guard would have gone to you, and you would have sent someone to General Farrell. Things would've gone the same way. So, you did nothing wrong. There's no need for an apology."

He chuckled slightly, his voice warm as he added, "And before I got there, I was just following the script you already set up. My arrival just added a nice touch. If I hadn't come, everything would've played out just the same."

Carissa fluttered her damp lashes, her voice soft but sincere as she said, "No, it wasn't the same. When you showed up, I felt reassured. With Claire and Iris held hostage and so many people around, I was terrified I couldn't hold on much longer. I'm just glad you came."

Rafael gently brushed his fingers over her flushed cheek, his eyes filled with affectionate amusement. "If I hadn't come, the Capital Guard would have. Anyway, it's over now, so let's not let this cause any rift between us."

"Then, there won't be any rift," Carissa said softly. "As long as you're not angry with me, I'll be happy."