Her Graceful War Song novel Chapter 1310

Before Caspian was brought to the Royal Citadel, he had already gathered his family and delivered the worst of the news in Silverstone Estate.

With a critical battle looming, Oliver's desertion had shaken the army's morale and unleashed a storm of rumors. If they lost the war, the fate awaiting the Earl of Silverstone's family would be nothing short of total annihilation.

Even if they won, it would still be inevitable—confiscation of titles, house arrest, or even exile would follow.

Evelyn nearly fainted upon hearing this. Once she regained her composure, her eyes, filled with expectation, turned to Zoey, waiting for her to speak.

In the past, no matter the situation, it was Zoey who had always found a way forward.

Now, Evelyn continued to place her hopes on Zoey.

But this time, all Zoey offered was silence—an endless quiet that gave nothing away. There was no shock or surprise in her face, as if she had anticipated this outcome from the start.

Evelyn's voice trembled. "Is there no way out? You're so familiar with the Hell Monarch's princess consort—go to her! Maybe there's still a chance!"

Zoey shook her head and calmly said, "There's nothing to be done. Whatever is coming, we must face it."

"How can there be nothing to be done?" Evelyn's heart raced with fear. "How can you say that without even asking? Go quickly and ask her!"

Caspian's face was filled with sorrow. "Mom, Zoey's right. It's useless to ask anyone now. Our family… It's over."

"Impossible! It can't be," Evelyn gasped, clutching her chest as if she might collapse at any moment. "Oliver has been stationed at the Southern Frontier for so long. He's endured hardships. Surely, he must have some merit, right?"

"None," Zoey said flatly.

She watched her mother-in-law, who was clearly on the brink of collapse, and thought of her children. Her throat tightened, and there was a bitter taste in her mouth.

"Oliver didn't suffer in the Southern Frontier. In fact, his life was easier there than in the capital. We do have one path left. If he's caught and executed, we may have a chance to survive."

Evelyn stared at Zoey in disbelief, as though she couldn't comprehend the words. "What did you say? Do you actually hope for his execution? He is your husband!"

"How I wish it were not so," Zoey answered, looking around the room at the faces filled with panic. How innocent they all seemed.

Zoey forced herself to stand, awaiting the final verdict.

Anthony sighed deeply, then announced loudly, "Take everyone from Silverstone Estate to the dungeons and await further orders. The rest of you, come with me to seize the estate."

"No!" Evelyn cried, her body giving way as she fainted.

Zoey grasped her children's hands tightly, her voice trembling with forced calm. "Don't be afraid. No matter what happens, I'm here. I will stay with you."

Courtney gripped her mom's hand in return, her demeanor much steadier and calmer ever since she started attending Gracewood Women's Academy. "I'm not afraid, Mom."

Cedric stood tall, his chest out with determination. "I am not afraid, either."

Zoey pulled them both into a tight embrace, tears falling freely.

They were both trembling—how could they not be scared?