Chapter 1237:

Louise’s gaze was frosty, her eyes narrowing slightly as she pierced him with her look. “You’d do well to hope for Chesney or Garret to claim the throne.”

Stung and puzzled, Edward hastened after her, his questions tumbling out in a rapid flurry. “Wait! How can you be so certain of your victory? Spell out your plans, your chances of success. It’s madness to expect my help when your prospects are so uncertain. Louise! We need to discuss this thoroughly!”

They eventually settled into a secluded corner, where their conversation deepened, unraveling layers of strategy until the clock struck 1 a.m.

After nearly five exhausting hours, Edward leaned back, a newfound respect forming as he realized the relentless ambition that drove Louise.

Later, as Louise searched for Elyse, she inadvertently stirred her from sleep.

sorry, I didn’t mean to disturb your rest. I just needed to feel your embrace,” Louise whispered, her

still groggy from sleep, pulled Louise into a comforting hold.

supporter,” she murmured. “I’ve told him I’m vying for the throne. I shared my vision of leading our nation

unsure. What will

voice was calm and soothing as she reassured her, “Ambition isn’t a flaw, Louise. And if you falter, the people

warmth of Elyse’s words fill her. Nestled in her embrace, she whispered, “So, you’re supporting me,

certainty. “Of course! Chesney and Garret don’t stand

I fail to revive the economy or defend against foreign threats? What if I can’t protect

local governments. As for foreign threats, that

suppose I should

a reassuring pat. “I’m with you every step of

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