Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 225

With the silver she obtained from Helen, Eleanor distributed some to continue fueling the gossip in the taverns and coffeehouses, exaggerating Carissa's supposed failure to observe her duties toward her family.

Carissa remained silent. She even closed the doors to Northwatch Estate and refused to make any public response, which satisfied Eleanor. Eleanor thought Carissa must be scared of the public outcry, and reveled in the victory.

Eleanor believed that Carissa going against her was like trying to fight a rock with an egg-completely futile.

Riding on her success, Eleanor entered the palace to see Salvador. She argued that Rafael's marriage to Carissa was laying a hidden danger to his throne. For the stability of the kingdom and its people, she suggested that Carissa's entry into Rafael's household should be prevented.

She expected Salvador to ponder her words seriously. To her surprise, he responded with a cold and stern expression.

"Aunt Eleanor, what are you saying? Both my brother and Carissa are military commanders who have devoted themselves to defending the Southern Frontier and our kingdom. They have shown loyalty to both me and the court. Moreover, my brother and I have been close since childhood. He would never harbor any ulterior motives. Please do not make baseless accusations."

Eleanor was taken aback, then quickly adopted her authoritative tone as his aunt and

elder relative.

instances of royal family members turning against each other?

malachite ring and placed it heavily on the

beside Salvador, and he quickly raised his brows

discord between the king and

good. Furthermore, the marriage between Prince Rafael and Lady Sinclair is already confirmed. If the king were to issue an edict

the malachite ring on the desk. She furrowed her brows. While she disregarded Derek's concerns, she noted Salvador's attitude. He seemed completely dismissive of her warnings, and even viewed

king, and it was a sign of displeasure

Eleanor decided to retreat, "Your Majesty, I only wish what

truly wish well for me, then offer some estates and properties as gifts for my brother's wedding, Aunt Eleanor. I'm sure both my brother and Carissa will appreciate your kindness," Salvador replied coolly. Eleanor was momentarily stunned. She looked up at him for a while before letting out a slow sigh. "It is said that honest words are harsh to hear. Your Majesty, you should consider that I never came today." Salvador replied indifferently, "Indeed, it's not appropriate for you to visit the palace frequently, especially not my study. Even if I were the most foolish of kings, I have the entire court to assist me. There is no need for

alternating between pale and flushed

anger seemed to radiate around her as she walked, and she was clearly in a

likely that her actions today were not intended to offend." Salvador replied coolly, "It

bowed his head. "You're wise as