Chapter 7 Chapter 7

After Carissa left, Derek hurried into the study and announced, "Your Majesty, the queen dowager sent someone over. She requests your presence when you're available."

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Salvador sighed. "Mother is probably worried and anxious because of Carissa's situation. Alright, prepare the carriage."

Peonies were in full bloom at Serenity Palace, the queen dowager's residence. They exuded an air of opulence and regal beauty, their fragrance surpassing all others. The roses climbing the palace walls had also blossomed, showcasing a stunning and exquisite charm.

Wearing a crimson-purple robe and a white jade hairpin adorning her hair, the queen dowager sat on a chair in the main hall. Her face looked weary.

"Blessings upon you, Mother." Salvador bowed as he approached the woman.

The queen dowager, Victoria Lancaster, looked at him and dismissed the attendants before sighing.

"The marriage edict you issued was extremely unwise. Your actions not only disrespected the Marquis of Northwatch but also set a bad example for the people of the kingdom."

laws. Officials of the court

can he take a concubine without waiting for the time limit to be up. "Now, by publicly

wedding day, he went to battle. He hasn't

another wife. Are you trying to

Carissa yet, and now,

girl. She's the only one left alive in her family, and

was that she and Carissa's mother, Melanie Sinclair, formerly Melanie Sullivan, had been close friends.

in tears, Salvador felt guilty

gates, Barrett requested the marriage edict in front of everyone, as a reward for repelling the enemy. I knew it was inappropriate, but he said he desired nothing else and needed

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Chapter 7

wouldn't have backed down."

sacrificed enough people? Do you have any idea

heart. Even if he can't marry Aurora officially, he won't treat Carissa well anymore.

foolish child! Why did she beg for a divorce? Where will she go

Northwatch Estate and

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