Her Graceful War Song novel Chapter 1408

After the lively wedding banquet, Carissa returned to Hell Monarch Estate, only to be struck by an unexpected chill in Orchid Hall. Her thoughts turned to Rafael, who was far away in the Southern Frontier.

She hadn't counted the days since they had parted, but it felt like an eternity.

She was about to head out to the Glimmering Tower as usual to see Adrian, but then she remembered that he had returned to Meadow Ridge.

A pang of emptiness settled in her chest.

She thought back to how Rosalind had seemed tonight. Carissa realized that when a woman got married, her heart was filled with so much joy, excitement, and bashfulness. The happiness just radiated from Rosalind.

Carissa thought back to her own two weddings—both had been too calm and quiet.

Lulu helped remove her makeup and was about to prepare a bath, but Carissa stopped her, pulling her down to sit beside her instead.

"Lulu, I've mentioned before that we need to talk about your marriage. Have you thought about anyone in particular?" she asked.

Lulu glanced at her, amused. "Did you enjoy the wedding feast so much you want another helping?"

Carissa laughed lightly. "Am I really that greedy? I'm doing this for your sake. If you don't decide soon, you'll become an old maid. You're not planning to follow in Vivi's footsteps and decide not to marry, are you?"

Lulu shook her head. "No, that's not it. I'll get married. Even if I do, I'll stay by your side after."

Carissa reached out to tap the tip of her nose. "How is it that you're going to get married but not live with your husband? Instead, you'll stay with your natal family?"

Lulu's eyes immediately welled up with tears when Carissa said she was her natal family. Her voice trembled as she said, "My lady, you're my only family now. I have no one else. No matter what, I'll stay by your side. If a suitable servant or guard comes along, someone with good character and loyalty to the household, I'll marry him."

Tears rolled down her face as she spoke.

Carissa gently wiped away the tears, her voice soft. "No, Lulu. The most important thing is that you marry someone you love. When I saw the happiness and joy in Ms. Young's face today, I realized that the real meaning of marriage is being with the one you truly love. Of course, character matters too."

Lulu, still stubborn, replied, "Regardless, I just want to stay with you."

She didn't have a family or home anymore. Wherever Carissa was, that was where Lulu's home was.

Carissa smiled warmly. "Alright, we'll make sure you stay in the capital."

"You mean by your side, my lady," Lulu reiterated with quiet determination.

Carissa gently pushed her toward the bath. "Go to the bath chambers."