Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1481 Salvador returned to court, looking noticeably better than before.

Some of the older court officials couldn't hold back their tears-especially Irvin, who had nearly caused a disaster. Now, seeing Salvador's condition improving and knowing that Sebastian had entered the palace for treatment, there was finally a glimmer of hope.

As expected, the call to establish a crown prince was strong among the court officials.

However, Salvador didn't immediately agree. He simply stated that his three sons were still young and that it would be best to wait a little longer.

Among those urging for the appointment of a crown prince were some of Malcolm and Gerald's students. However, they merely echoed the sentiments of others- none of them took the lead in pushing for it.

Salvador had never truly believed Malcolm's claim that he only wished to serve as a loyal subject.

The Quinton family had indeed been keeping a low profile lately, but that was simply the result of being put in check.

Although he didn't agree to name a crown prince, Salvador did make a notable announcement: he appointed the Hell Monarch, Rafael, as the Deputy Royal Tutor. He would be responsible for teaching the princes equestrian skills and martial arts.

This was a clear sign that preparations for establishing a crown prince were officially underway.

The title of Deputy Royal Tutor was largely honorary-Rafael would remain in his position as Chief Judge.

everyone could sense that Salvador was laying the groundwork for

That realization was reassuring.

pillar of the nation. He was an unshakable shield-defending the kingdom from

been delivered to the capital. Sandoria pledged never to invade Starhaven's borders. Of course, treaties between nations were often

their guarantee of peace meant far less than the tangible

year with 5,000 cattle, 5,000 sheep,

with fertile land well-suited for farming. However, years of warfare and constant drafts had left vast fields abandoned. Now, with war reparations to pay-both in grain and silver-they would need time to recover. For the next

Hell Monarch was still young. No matter how ambitious others might be, when faced with true power, all they could do

capital in batches. They took the opportunity to bring their wives and children back to

land was rich and fertile-surely, it would soon blossom

busy farming season, Salvador announced that the Verdant Hunt would be held in

use it as an opportunity for his three sons to make their first public appearance before the court

held. Back when Sigmund was alive, he had loved the event. He had used it to strengthen the bond between the royal family

throne, but with war breaking out year after year, the

most of their lives within the palace, rarely meeting the court

it began, there would be a ceremonial offering of game to the heavens. The court officials' families would also