Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 876

New Year's was rather dull.

At the palace banquet, some royal relatives, who only made an appearance once a year, came with their families. The men congregated in one area, while the women gathered in another.

Carissa, along with several princesses and consorts, accompanied Kylie and the concubines to greet Victoria.

The honored and noble concubines were all together, with Helen among them.

Molly and Fiona stayed in Ruth's palace and accompanied her, so they didn't come over.

Everyone exchanged airy pleasantries-some compliments here, a bit of flattery there-while competing in beauty and showing off their jewelry.

Salvador's concubines were also present, leaving Carissa dazzled. She only recognized Kylie, Sylvia, and Salvador's other concubines, Penelope and Grace, while the rest were little more than strangers to her. Those of lower rank mostly kept their heads down, occasionally smiling apologetically or daring to glance up.

Salvador only had a few offspring. Perhaps it was due to his dedication to governance that he spent little time in the harem.

legitimate eldest son, appeared quite composed for his age. He walked much like Salvador, with his hands clasped behind his back, chin slightly raised and back straight. If not for his short stature, one might

four years old and was still quite innocent, but she

took a great liking to him, holding him close and giving him a few affectionate kisses before turning

you give

and smiled as she extended her arms. "Your Highness,

who smiled and said, "Go on. Your aunt will

to hold him. She first looked at Victoria. While the queen dowager wore a smile, her eyes

the heavy child for a bit, Carissa set him

I wish you all

a child just yet, she still felt it necessary to express her gratitude. Carissa had no idea if the other concubines had children. None of them

the issue of naming an heir, but their interest wasn't particularly strong,

no less. So, as long as nothing drastic happened, the succession seemed largely uncontested. That was why the ministers,

her grandchildren, but there was a palpable distance between her and the concubines.

late. As Victoria's daughter, she naturally commanded attention. She was dressed in a stunning pomegranate-red gown embroidered with golden thread and a white

to arrive each year. Did it take you half the day to get