When Violet woke up, the first thing she heard was that Carissa <b>was </b>about to join court as an official.
Carissa would actually be themander of the Mystic Army and oversee the Capital Guard, the Garrison Unit, the Royal Guard, and the Crown Guard.
Violet felt like she was in a dream. She gasped several times before rubbing her eyes and asking. “Are you really going to be a government dog?”
Carissa chuckled. “Are you talking about being a corrupt government official? Why can’t I be a good one?”
“Then, you must be a righteous official!” Violet propped herself up on her elbow, tapping her chin with her finger. “Alright, you can definitely be a righteous official.”
Carissa remembered the times they had ventured through the martial world together. Back then, like all martial artists, they looked down on local officials, especially those known for their corruption. Those officials were often referred to as “government dogs“.
Of course, they had also encountered righteous officials who were honest and stood up for the people- true parental figures for theirmunities. They held great respect for those individuals.
It was a pity their journey hadsted only a short time. They had been caught and brought back, and Everett had even locked Carissa up for half a month.
Thinking back on their Meadow Ridge adventures made Carissa’s smile brightly with nostalgia.
“You’re going to be an official, but you’re smiling so brilliantly,” Violet said, her eyes suddenly misting with
emotion.
It <b>had </b>been long since she had seen Carissa smile like that.
“It’s not just because I’m going to be an official. It’s because I no longer have to adhere to the rigid expectations of being a virtuous woman, I can step out into the world. I feel much freer, there are so many things I can do now,” Carissa said, her eyes twinkling with delight.
Violet nodded. “That’s true. I felt so frustrated watching you interact with those nobledies before. You were smiling without showing your teeth. I felt like prying your mouth open<b>!</b>”
Puzzled<b>, </b>she added, “But why does the king suddenly want to appoint you as an official? When you returned after your achievements, your poprity was at its peak. That would have been the right time to give you a real position. Bringing it up now means many ministers will likely oppose it. They won’t want <b>a </b>woman stepping into court.”
“The ministers‘ opposition is something the king will have to worry about. As for why he chose to appoint me, I won’t waste my time pondering the reasons<b>. </b>I just need to step out and get closer to him. Only then will he clearly see that he doesn’t need to constantly be concerned or suspicious about the Hell Monarch’s household,” Carissa said.
Jacob had intended to urge Violet to hurry and fetch Jaina, but he was caught up in Carissa’s words. When he heard her say that, he realized her vision was far broader than he had imagined. She was the one without any worries.
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family, and was constantly overthinking everything.
Violet chimed in, “Let’s celebrate tonight! I’ll get Jaina first. The Marquis of Grovehill’s household is probably in chaos right now, so no one will have time to look after her. I’m also worried she might try to go to Harmony Pce. She hasn’t even been told the truth about the so–called life–saving grace Eleanor gave her.”
Jacob nodded. “Please hurry, Ms. Spencer,”
“I’m on it. Maybe you should bring your grandfather and mother here too, so they can see Jaina sooner. You haven’t told them yet, have you?” Violet asked.
“Not yet, but it’s probably a good idea. I’ll go get them right away,” Jacob replied, giving Violet a nod again, “Thank you for this. I’ll leave it to you to bring Jaina here, then.”
Violet smiled warmly. “It’s no trouble at all. Carissa and I both love a happy reunion. By the way, has your father arrived?”
“I’ve already sent someone to fetch him. Why don’t you hurry along, Ms. Spencer?” Jacob said, feeling a bead of sweat form as anxiety crept in.
Violet nodded, then turned to Carissa. I’ll celebrate with you when I return!”
With that, she dashed out like a whirlwind.
Jacob had arranged for a house in the capital, and had hired a few maids and servants to care for his grandfather and mother.
His grandfather was aging and in poor health. His mother had been heartbroken and distressed over her sister’s disappearance, which had taken a toll on her health. She had received care from Sebastian over the past couple years, which had helped her improve a little.