Marjorie entered the palace with a quiet determination, having been sent by Malcolm to make his position clear.

Kylie's fury flared when she learned that her father intended to remain neutral.

"I've always supported our family when asked, without hesitation. But now, when I need help, you all retreat. I don't understand. If Connor becomes king, doesn't that benefit the Quinton family? Does Dad really believe everything will be smooth sailing for our family in the future?" Kylie said, her voice sharp, her eyes cold.

Marjorie sighed. "Your dad wishes to remain a loyal subject, to follow His Majesty's wishes."

Kylie's anger was so intense that she almost barked a laugh. "A joke! He's knee- deep in filth and still dares to talk of loyalty? Why didn't he say that sooner? It would have saved me from being sent into this royal family, left to fight and struggle all alone."

"Your dad's private life may be in question, but in his years of service in the Civil Department, he has served the throne faithfully. He has never been involved in bribery or corruption," Marjorie responded.

"Whether he's been corrupt or not, he knows the truth. What do you know? He's kept a mistress and even had children with her. Don't pretend you didn't know," Kylie said with a sneer, her words laced with bitterness.

She knew how to hit her mother where it hurt the most.

interjected quickly, sensing the

stung. That betrayal, though painful in her past, would not define her

Majesty is already tightening his grip on our family. It could make matters worse if your dad were to intervene. His Majesty would grow more

he needs to do is speak, and many would

to that. Anyone with a bit of reason would understand the precarious

Quinton family? He was even wary of his own

Countless officials, both in court and in distant provinces, were his and Gerald's students. Moreover, as the father-in-law of the king, Malcolm's

herself, she would face severe consequences and likely

own decision. If Connor were appointed crown prince, the Quinton

would never believe it. She would dismiss it as

was that if these words reached Salvador's ears,

guess

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