Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1483 Though Salvador had trained in martial arts, he lacked Rafael's keen eye for detail. He hadn't noticed that Caden had prior training-he only saw a son who was diligent, disciplined, and improving rapidly.

A brilliant child.

If only he had been born to Kylie!

It would have made things so much easier. Salvador wouldn't have to hesitate- he could have simply chosen Caden.

The day before the Verdant Hunt, Salvador summoned Rafael to the royal study.

"What do you think of my three sons?" he asked.

Rafael answered bluntly.

"Prince Connor has no interest in martial arts. His talent is poor, and his attitude is indifferent. Even after days of training, he still holds the bow incorrectly. Every time I correct him, he makes the same mistake again the next day.

"Prince Caden is strong, skilled, and takes archery seriously. He already had a foundation before this, so he's nearly on par with Ryan.

"As for Prince Cecil, he's just there to play."

Salvador paused. "A foundation? Caden's trained before?"

"I checked his arms and bone structure," Rafael said. "He's practiced martial arts before specifically archery."

Salvador's expression eased slightly. "He's talented, hardworking... A child worth teaching."

make a crown prince. If ability was all that

heir... wasn't it, in part, a way of justifying his claim

studied Rafael, lost

him as heir? Especially when

rising before him... Did he feel

roles were

Salvador was the one making the choice and

of the Verdant Hunt

of carriages set out for Everwood

hunting ground reserved for the royal family,

ove

blue sky and drifting white clouds-a

court officials set up camp. Elegant ladies, adorned in fine silks and exquisite jewelry, sat surrounded by maids and attendants, their laughter bright as they chatted

make the hunt more exciting, Meredith presented an elaborate gold and glass hair clasp as the prize-whoever caught

also come prepared. She produced a pair of finely crafted gold bangles and an

and Sylvia still held authority over the harem, so they couldn't afford to

a dagger she had obtained years ago-sharp enough to slice through iron with ease. She declared that she

dazzling enough to steal the breath of anyone who laid eyes on them.

each offering up precious

truth-no matter how many treasures

consort.

compete

rode onto the field, their horses