Chapter 884

The announcement would be made after the New Year festivities, which meant that either a new leader for the Crown Guard would be appointed or Barrett would not be allowed to observe mourning for his mom.

After Carissa left, Salvador examined Barrett's mourning application once more before tossing it back onto the desk.

He turned to Derek and asked, "What do you think? Should Barrett be allowed to observe mourning?"

Derek bowed respectfully. "Your Majesty, this is a matter of selecting officials. I dare not offer my opinion."

"Although it's a matter of appointing officials, this is about someone serving directly under me in the Crown Guard. Speak freely."

Derek thought for a moment before shaking his head. "I don't know, Your Majesty."

Salvador's eyes sharpened, his gaze growing cold. "Is it that you don't know, or that you don't dare say?'

Derek had served Salvador for many years and understood his temperament well. If it were any other official, one whose position could be easily filled or replaced, the mourning application would have been settled long ago, without requiring further discussion with Carissa.

was clearly looking for someone to

opinion had

heart belongs to the Sinclair family," Salvador said, his voice calm

voice filled with urgency. "I have been loyal to you. How could I possibly be swayed

and sharp. "Melanie Sullivan saved your life, so you owe her a debt of gratitude that you should never forget.

mind was

that old matter? Had he sent someone

Salvador commanded, his tone still chillingly indifferent. "I know you dislike Barrett

saving my life. And do not like Commander Warren. That is why I did not dare

"You still

my mistake to overestimate myself," Derek said,

cup of hot coffee. This one has cooled," Salvador instructed, picking up his

with a fresh, steaming cup of coffee. He placed it on the desk before stepping aside, his posture

*Salvador said, his voice thoughtful. "Men often take multiple wives or concubines. Why couldn't she tolerate Aurora as a

her to divorce, not just for her dad and brothers' sake, but also out of

not daring to refute Salvador's words. With the king's

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