Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1221

At Serenity Palace, Victoria was listening to a report from Ruth's chamberlain, Oscar. After he was done, Victoria sighed softly.

"I understand. Have the royal physicians do everything they can. Use the best herbs available."

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Oscar replied, his eyes red-rimmed. "Thank you, Your Majesty."

"Why was this not reported to the queen?" Victoria asked calmly.

Oscar explained, "I've already reported it. The queen said it's a natural part of aging and that it was bound to happen. She sent some food over and told Lady Ruth not to worry, and that everything would be taken care of. I didn't dare to repeat this directly to Her Grace." Victoria frowned slightly. "I see. Yes, there's no need to mention it. What needs to be done will be done. But for now, we must do all we can to provide treatment."

Oscar's voice was hoarse as he said, "With Your Majesty's words, I am at ease. With the royal physicians attending her, at least Lady Ruth will be more comfortable."

"Go now. I will visit her later myself," Victoria instructed.

Oscar, deeply moved, bowed in gratitude before stepping out.

"Keith," Victoria called out, her tone now tinged with mild anger. "Go to the Royal Medical Department and inquire whether the queen has refused the physicians from attending to Ruth."

Keith acknowledged the order and was on his way out when he was informed that Kylie had arrived. Turning back, he glanced at Victoria. She nodded, signaling for him to continue his task. So, he hastily left.

Kylie entered the hall, accompanied by Lydia. She curtsied and respectfully said, "Greetings, Your Majesty. May you be in good health and peace."

"No need for such formalities. Have you come

I wouldn't come to greet you if I had no reason to see

bring refreshments. "It's rare to see such devotion from you, Kylie. I heard you've been

However, everyone knew the truth. Still,

thanks to

that you're well again, you should rest more. Don't expose yourself to

small, somewhat embarrassed

words might seem trivial, but

gentle, often left one with the sense of a hidden meaning. It was only when

were not as

about it, the more she couldn't be sure if

and not expose herself to the wind, for example. It sounded like a caring suggestion, but Victoria knew well that it was

feeling in her chest, as though a thorn were lodged in

Kylie turned the conversation to the

to send their daughters back to the academy. Studying and becoming well-educated surely nothing could be more important

"You're right, and your counsel was

Academy plans to accept students from merchant families

but instead, Victoria asked her thoughts with an

a joke. But seeing that Victoria wasn't angry and didn't show any sign of agreement, how could

resting her elbow on