Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Kylie had always looked down on Grace.

The latter's family lacked distinction, and her beauty could scarcely be considered remarkable. Her rise to the position of higher-ranked concubine seemed nothing more than the result of fortunate circumstances, particularly her giving birth to Caden.

Kylie guessed that Grace also must be aware of her limited connections and support, which was why she had long exercised caution and humility. However, there were times when she could not resist harboring a few selfish thoughts. Yet, she dared not plot too aggressively.

Such had been the case when Grace had sheltered Jeanette-likely in an attempt to solidify her position and strengthen her influence in the harem by using the other woman as a pawn. Despite Grace's attentions, Jeanette had remained ungrateful, resenting the way she constantly placed Caden in Salvador's presence.

Grace always had a habit of making things harder for herself, which was why Kylie had never held her in much regard.

Now, with what had happened to Connor, the queen's suspicions fell only upon Sylvia. However, things were just as she had feared.

Sylvia's family ties, connected as they were to Rafael's circles, along with Gladys' interest in Skye Embroidery, cast doubt upon Carissa's impartiality while in charge of the investigation. Kylie couldn't afford to let Carissa shield Sylvia. If there were questions to be asked, they must be posed under the queen's watchful eye.

Immediately seeing through Kylie's thoughts, Carissa simply sat down before asking Lydia, "Do you know anything about the details of Lady Jeanette's miscarriage?"

Upon hearing that, Kylie jumped to the conclusion that Carissa was indeed trying to cover for Sylvia.

dredging up such

the people in Everspring Palace, while others say it involves Lady Sylvia. I am investigating to find out who might have a

Lady Sylvia! Even if Lady Jeanette had a hundred

pure rage, the queen

get any more answers, but seeing Lydia's guilty expression and evasive gaze, there was no need to

wasn't saying Jeanette had plotted against Connor, but it was necessary to investigate anyone who

take my leave," Carissa said,

locked onto her. "Carissa, I'll say this one more time. If you dare to cover for Lady Sylvia will destroy you,

turned to leave, but at

the queen, she asked, "Why are you so certain

me to the core," Kylie replied, her voice ice

"Why would she hate you? You've lost the king's favor and the right to raise your son, plus you don't even have the power to act as queen. I fail to see why she

struck deep. She hadn't intended to be so blunt, but ever since she stepped into Everspring Palace,

Rage and humiliation surged together, completely

gave birth to the eldest prince! No matter what, Lady Sylvia and Cecil

so I took action myself. I