Her Graceful War Song novel Chapter 1397

The capital guards escorted Evelyn, Zoey, and Viola up to the execution platform. Evelyn's legs trembled, and she couldn't muster any strength. Her tears flowed uncontrollably, blurring her vision to the point that she could no longer see clearly.

"You foolish boy!" Evelyn let out a mournful cry, raising her hand and slapping Oliver's face. "You've disgraced your grandfather and your father! How can you face them in the afterlife?"

Her slap lacked force; even as she exerted every ounce of her strength, Oliver barely felt the sting.

Caught in a whirlwind of panic, Oliver's mind raced. Seeing his mom before him, he seemed to have found a lifeline in a stormy sea. He cried desperately, "Mom, save me! Please save me!"

Evelyn, near exhaustion from her sorrow, could barely speak. "You've committed an unforgivable crime! How can I save you now? His Majesty once showed favor to you—how could you betray such grace?"

"Mom, I know I was wrong! I know it now!" Oliver cried, tears streaming down his face. "Please, I beg you, save me!"

Standing nearby, Zoey heard Evelyn's words and felt a heavy weight lift from her chest.

Throughout their journey, they had discussed this moment. Each word spoken by Evelyn would reach Salvador's ears. If it pleased him, then Caspian and Cedric, who were exiled to the Southern Frontier, might return soon. But if Salvador found it displeasing or upsetting, the two might never return to the capital.

While Evelyn was heartbroken, she knew how to weigh her words carefully.

Zoey methodically unpacked the food from the box, setting out the meal and a flask of wine. Turning to Oliver, she said somberly, "Though our bond as husband and wife has ended, I will see to your mother and children. You may go in peace."

Oliver lifted his head, his gaze filled with resentment. "You still dare to come? You're a disgrace—a woman who sold herself for fame! You don't deserve to be called my wife!"

Zoey looked back at him, her eyes calm and unwavering. "Yes, we are no longer married. From this day forward, you will walk your path in the shadows, and I shall walk mine in the light."

"You wretched woman!" Oliver shouted, his fear now transforming into rage.

His outburst was loud enough for the crowd to hear. The people, already stirred by the spectacle, began to murmur in judgment. They cursed Oliver for his betrayal and sympathized with Zoey. She had borne his children, managed his household, and served his family—only to be left with such a fate.

Zoey stepped aside, silent, not a word more to say.

Gathering what little strength remained, Evelyn turned her fury onto Oliver. She scolded him for betraying Salvador's favor and for his cruelty toward his wife and children. The more bitterly she reproached him, the more fiercely her tears fell.

Celeste, standing off to the side, didn't look at them. Her eyes began scanning the crowd, searching for a familiar face.