Her Graceful War Song novel Chapter 526

Barrett lifted the curtain and stepped outside the room with Aurora. They moved so silently that their footsteps were almost inaudible, and the surroundings were eerily quiet.

After waiting for a moment, he opened the door and quickly hid behind it. Once he was certain there was no immediate danger, he cautiously peered outside.

The sight that met his eyes was chilling.

The lanterns in the corridor cast light on the stairs, where three bodies lay sprawled. These were the maids who had served Aurora. They had been killed with a single sword thrust to the throat, unable to even utter a cry.

Blood trickled down the stone steps, staining them a deep crimson.

Barrett's mind instantly flashed to the Duke of Northwatch's family's massacre.

He gasped. "My parents…!"

He was about to rush out when Aurora grabbed his arm.

Aurora's face was ashen, her lips trembling slightly. "I think… I think they're after me."

Barrett quickly understood. It was possible that spies from Westhaven were seeking revenge.

Just moments ago, Aurora had insisted she was in the right. But now, Barrett saw how hollow those justifications were. Aurora had been so confident in defending herself, but now, she was clearly terrified.

Four shadowy figures silently entered the courtyard. They were dressed in black, and their faces were concealed. Only their cold, piercing eyes were visible.

The four of them held a sword each, and each blade emanated a chilling aura. The strong scent of blood and a murderous intent filled the air.

Aurora clutched her sword, and her hand trembled slightly.

Suddenly, four swords came at them at once. Barrett and Aurora quickly turned and ran into the room, shutting the door behind them. One person secured the door while the other blew out the lamp, plunging the room into darkness.

They stood back to back with their swords drawn, the blades' glint illuminating their sharp, vigilant eyes.

The assassins pursued Aurora, but her familiarity with the estate's layout allowed her to dodge and weave through the buildings, eventually seeking refuge in Grace Mansion.

Viola had heard the commotion and rushed outside, only to see Aurora entering with a sword. Assuming Aurora intended to kill her, Viola recoiled in fear and screamed, "What do you want?"

Julia and Yvonne trembled with fright, but they stepped in front of Viola. Aurora pushed them aside and rushed into the room, quickly shutting the door behind her.

The doors and windows of Grace Mansion were constructed from the strongest ironwood on Carissa's orders. It would be difficult for the assassins to break through in the same manner as before.

Once the door was secured, Aurora immediately took up a position at the table. She gripped her sword and nervously faced the outside.

Though breaking the door wouldn't be easy, it would eventually be breached if it couldn't withstand the assassins' attacks.

At this moment, her heart raced uncontrollably. The brutal massacre of the Duke of Northwatch's family flashed in her mind. She was certain these were Westhaven spies seeking revenge for the Westhaven's previous crown prince and those civilians.

They would likely slaughter everyone in Valor Estate, just as they had with the Duke of Nortwatch's family. Aurora hoped to remain hidden until the garrison unit arrived, then she would be safe.