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 with impatience as he turned to the chamberlain

Majesty," Giovanni answered respectfully,

not say so. Salvador's

snapped. "Everspring Palace isn't far

go and

appeared, panting

thunderous at the sight. His voice boomed

Majesty, please calm your anger!" Derek called out

nestled in sleep, was startled awake as his feet hit the floor.

servant!"

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

he met Salvador's icy glare. A shiver ran through him, and his rebellious expression melted into one of obedient fear. He dropped to his knees with a

"Why was Derek carrying you here? Are

and he stammered, "Dad,

the boy, and a wave of profound disappointment washed over him. How could this child ever shoulder the burden of

anger, Salvador turned

"Come inside!" he barked.

help Connor up, whispering, "Hurry

full of apprehension. He didn't dare enter alone and cast a pleading look at

heavy sigh, Derek followed him into

illuminated Salvador's stern, unforgiving expression. Connor knelt on the floor, his head hanging low, looking like a criminal awaiting

sight. He raised his hands and said, "Stand up

to his feet, instinctively