Her Majestic Battle Cry

Her Majestic Battle Cry Chapter 187

Chapter 187

Victoria regarded her son for a while before speaking, “Your father had someone in his heart as well–Melanie. But because he saw Hector as a brother, whenever Melanie attended an event or visited the palace, your father would make himself scarce.

“That was his way of showing the utmost respect to Hector. In fact, Melanie never knew of your father’s feelings, even after she passed.”

Salvador’s expression froze momentarily, his smile slowly fading to be replaced by a serious demeanor.

“Mother, I understand your point.”

After a moment of silence, he asked, “Didn’t you mind? You still treat Carissa so well.”

Victoria smiled gently, her expression serene. “Why would I mind? Aren’t there many women in the palace already? Besides, I married him to be the crown princess, the queen, and now the queen

dowager. If I were to expect true affection from the king, would that not be unreasonable?

“As for your father, he was aware of his position. A king’s

protect the country, reclaim lost territories, and

outcomes, but he did. his best. The king’s power is supreme, yet he has only two eyes and two hands. Many tasks must be delegated to others, all of whom have their own agendas. How could your father control everyone, especially with the rise of powerful families and corruption

of earnestness as she continued,

you have reclaimed military authority, if you have any tasks for Rafael, you should assign them to him. I have watched him

king gains and

words left

long pause, he lifted his head, his gaze resolute. ‘Rest assured, Mother. I know

a fan and waved it a few times. “It’s truly hot today. I need to summon an official from the Astrology Department to inquire about the best dates this year. You go

Salvador

the palace, she saw Rafael’s carriage waiting

swiftly, her expression serious. “Marshal, I need to discuss something with

robes and standing tall, replied, “Get

to Lulu. “You should return to the

a carriage alone was somewhat improper, given

royal carriage was spacious and luxurious. Inside, the space remained ample and impeccably clean, with a

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looked impeccably clean and handsome, a far cry from the

seen.