Provoking a Graceful Bloom Novel

Chapter 41 Chapter 41 +25 BONUS " The day General Campbell asked to break off his sister's engagement , he had not only earned merit in battle , but was also badly injured . I was moved and agreed , " Wilfred said . Later , he regretted it . After all , having Selena marry into the royal family was all gain and no harm for them . The real danger was the Campbell Regiment being left outside the capital . If the king tried to forcefully reclaim the troops , it would be nothing less than theft . The Duke of Blackmoor's family was known for their loyalty and valor .

Those hundred thousand soldiers were won with the blood and honor of the Duke of Blackmoor and his three sons , who had all died young . To take that away would be cruel and unjust . If Sebastian remained in good health , the Duke of Blackmoor's family could continue to serve the court faithfully , so there would be little need to reclaim the military power for now . But the truth was , Sebastian was no longer capable of that . Seeing that Wilfred was visibly moved , Ruth lowered her voice , adding , " Your Majesty , I might have a way to test General Campbell's strength .

If he truly can't do it , then Lena and Fred's marriage can't be called off . " " I have already made a promise . Unless Lena herself regrets it , the edict stands , " Wilfred replied . " Your Majesty , may I offer my suggestion first ? " Early the next morning , Sally knocked on Selena's door . " My lady , you should go see Lord Campbell . He has been practicing with his spear since dawn and still refuses to rest . " Selena sat up , her head still fuzzy from last night's wine . " Seb is practicing ? That's nothing new . He often trains for hours . " Two hours was nothing .

For her brother , that was barely a challenge . Sally hesitated for a long moment before saying , " My lady , you really should go see him first . " At Sally's urging , Selena hurried to the backyard , where Sebastian was still practicing with his spear . What she never expected was the sudden whoosh she heard just after arriving . A flash of silver streaked through the air as the spear flew straight toward her and Sally . " My lady , watch out ! " Sally cried , rushing to shield Selena . But Sally felt a sharp tug on her arm , as if someone had yanked her back .

Her vision blurred for a moment . When she finally recovered , she saw the spear had plunged into the ground just in front of her toes . It wasn't more than half an inch deep . The spear stayed upright for a moment before clattering to the ground . " Lena ! Sally ! " Sebastian came running over , alarm written all over his face . " Are you hurt ? " Sally shook her head , still shaken . Selena said nothing , but stared at the spear lying on the ground . After a moment , she looked at Sebastian . His eyes were dark , and his lips were pressed together tightly , not saying a word .

Selena glanced at Sally . " Go prepare some breakfast . " " Alright ! " Chapter 41 +25 BONUS After Sally turned and hurried away , Selena bent down and picked up the spear , then handed it to her brother . Sebastian kept his head lowered , his face full of pain . " Lena , I ... I can no longer wield our family's spear techniques ! " The Campbell family's spear techniques were fierce and powerful . Each thrust seemed simple , but carried the weight of a mountain - deadly with every move .

It required great strength in the wrist to hold and control the silver spear as it danced through the air . But over the past two days , Sebastian had noticed something troubling . At every crucial moment , the spear slipped from his grasp and flew free . His strength was not what it used to be; he could no longer hold the spear . " Don't worry. There is still time . You will get better , slowly but surely , " Selena said softly . Sebastian's expression darkened with frustration . " Lena , you know this well .

After last night's uproar , the immediate danger may have passed , but new troubles are sure to follow . If I don't grow stronger , no one will be able to protect you . " " I can protect you too , " Selena said with a gentle smile , feeling a warm glow inside . She was about to say more when Yuvan hurried over . " My lord , my lady , Mr. Smith has arrived . He's waiting in the front courtyard . "