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.

sharp with impatience as he turned to the

Giovanni answered respectfully, "it has

not say so. Salvador's expression was

"Everspring Palace isn't

and check on them at once,

Derek appeared, panting heavily. Connor was

turned thunderous at the sight. His

Derek called out as

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

insolent servant!" he

down to whisper urgently, "Your Highness, quickly greet

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

"Why was Derek carrying you here? Are your legs not for walking?

Connor's eyes, and he stammered, "Dad,

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

anger, Salvador turned and strode toward

"Come inside!" he barked.

leaned down to help Connor up, whispering, "Hurry

apprehension. He didn't dare enter alone and cast a pleading

Derek followed him into

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

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

scrambled to his feet, instinctively moving closer to Derek for reassurance.