Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1304

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When Connor was sent to Derek, Kylie smiled and said, "It's too early today. Prince Connor hasn't fully woken up yet. Please keep an eye on him on the way and remind him not to get confused or behave improperly in front of His Majesty."

After speaking, Lydia stepped forward and discreetly handed over a banknote.

However, Derek didn't take it. Bowing slightly, he replied respectfully, "Your Majesty, there's no need to worry. There's no question of improper behavior. His Majesty simply wanted to see his son and sent me to fetch him."

Derek was well-versed in reading people's intentions, and it was clear Kylie was fishing for hints about what Salvador might ask Connor. She hoped Derek could coach the boy during the journey on how to respond properly.

In the past, Derek might have quietly accepted such a gesture. Yet, today was different.

Kylie's smile faltered for a moment, but she quickly recovered and responded, "Then I'll leave it in your hands, Mr. Walker. Thank you for your trouble."

Derek bowed again. He then took Connor's hand and departed.

In the corridor outside Goldleaf Palace, Salvador paced back and forth, his expression stormy. He had

spent the entire night awake, unable to rest as the words lead the army in person wrapped around his mind like a thorny vine, relentless and suffocating.

There were too many things to consider if he were to lead the army himself.

If he were to lead the army, it would necessitate naming an heir. Unfortunately, Connor, his eldest and rightful heir by birth, was young, ill-suited for leadership, and plagued with a temperament that could only be described as spoiled and lazy. In every aspect, the boy lacked the qualities of a future king.

And yet, Connor was his firstborn and legitimate son.

his tone sharp

Giovanni answered respectfully, "it has been

truth, it had been longer, but Giovanni dared not say so. Salvador's expression was already dark

long!" Salvador snapped. "Everspring Palace isn't far from here. Why

"I will go and check

Harmony Hall, Derek appeared, panting heavily.

His voice boomed

anger!" Derek called out

in sleep, was startled awake as his feet hit the floor. Disoriented, he lashed out

servant!" he

Connor's fist with ease and bent down to whisper urgently, "Your Highness, quickly greet

Salvador's icy glare. A shiver ran through him, and his rebellious expression melted into one of obedient fear. He

was cold as steel. "Why was Derek carrying you here? Are your legs not for walking? What are they

Connor's eyes, and he stammered, "Dad, I was just

wave of profound disappointment washed over him. How

growing anger, Salvador turned

"Come inside!" he barked.

help Connor up, whispering, "Hurry along

apprehension. He

Derek followed him

of the lamps illuminated Salvador's stern, unforgiving expression. Connor knelt on the floor, his head hanging

his hands

his feet, instinctively moving closer to Derek