Her Graceful War Song novel Chapter 1516

After resting at Victory Pass for five days, Kendrick finally recovered. Now that he was well, it was time to set off for the capital.

Though Carissa was reluctant to part with her family, she could only say a tearful farewell. She bowed deeply to Dominic, nearly causing tears to spill from his own eyes.

Davis, who held the utmost respect for Dominic, was the most emotional. While Carissa silently wept, Davis openly wept. He knew this was likely the last time he would ever see the venerable old general, who had served Starhaven in Victory Pass for decades.

Dominic was already in the twilight years of his life, and he looked much frailer than the last time they had met. Even though Salvador had granted him leave to return to the capital, the long, grueling journey would likely be too much for him to bear, and the Sullivan family might not permit him to make the trip.

Dominic spoke with Davis for a while, and the latter's sobs grew louder.

Cindy had never asked about the details of Heather's situation. But now, at the moment of parting, she pulled Carissa aside and inquired about it.

Hearing that she was in prison but that Leona had been helping her, making sure her days weren't too hard, Cindy let out a small sigh. If a crown prince was appointed and a general amnesty was granted, Heather might even be released.

"Well, that's good. Though your grandfather never speaks of it, I know he still worries. There aren't many parents who are truly cruel-hearted. Your grandfather's not cruel, but Heather—well, her treatment of Leona was harsh. It's a wonder Leona still looks after her."

"Don't worry, Aunt Cindy. Leona is doing well and living freely now, and she'll only get better from here on out," Carissa reassured her.

"Indeed, she will," Cindy said, her gaze lingering on her niece as tears welled up in her eyes. "After this farewell, I don't know when we'll see each other again."

Carissa's voice caught in her throat as she replied, "I'll come back. I'll visit whenever I can."

Cindy wiped away her tears with her fingers, regaining control of her emotions, and managed to force a smile. "Good. That's good."

As Carissa turned her head, she saw Barrett standing among the farewell group, staring blankly in her direction. As soon as their eyes met, he quickly lowered his gaze, looking slightly flustered. Carissa averted her eyes, preparing to leave.

Davis, seeing that the pace was unsustainable, consulted with Dorian to find out what was truly ailing Kendrick and how best to treat him.

Dorian sighed. "It's likely the stress from the repeated attacks while traveling through Orivenia that's affecting him. The constant threat of death, the emotional strain—it's all taking a toll. The fatigue from the journey hasn't helped either. He's not used to such hardship. In Orivenia, he kept his guard up, but now that he's finally allowing himself to relax, the exhaustion has taken root."

Davis sighed in response. "There's nothing to be done then. We'll have to continue at this pace. We can't afford for him to really die."

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Meanwhile, in the capital, there were those anxiously awaiting their return.

Rafael and Salvador, both growing impatient, had received the official report. However, they knew that only when the travelers returned could they get the full details of what had transpired.