Her Majestic Battle Cry

Chapter 1221

At Serenity Palace, Victoria was listening to a report from Ruth’s chamberlain, Oscar. After he was done, Victoria sighed softly.

“I understand. Have the royal physicians do everything they can. Use the best herbs available.”

“Yes, Your Majesty!” Oscar replied, his eyes red–rimmed. “Thank you, Your Majesty.”

“Why was this not reported to the queen?” Victoria asked calmly.

Oscar explained, “I’ve already reported it. The queen said it’s a natural part of aging and that it was bound to happen. She sent some food over and told Lady Ruth not to worry, and that everything would be taken care of. I didn’t dare to repeat this directly to Her Grace.”

Victoria frowned slightly. “I see. Yes, there’s no need to mention it. What needs to be done will be done. But for now, we must do all we can to provide treatment.”

Oscar’s voice was hoarse as he said, “With Your Majesty’s words, I am at ease. With the royal physicians attending her, at least Lady Ruth will be more comfortable.”

“Go now. I will visit her later myself,” Victoria instructed.

Oscar, deeply moved, bowed in gratitude before stepping out.

“Keith,” Victoria called out, her tone now tinged with mild anger. “Go to the Royal Medical Department and inquire whether the queen has refused the physicians from attending to Ruth.

Keith acknowledged the order and was on his way out when he was informed that Kylie had arrived. Turning back, he glanced at Victoria. She nodded, signaling for him to continue his task. So, he hastily left.

Kylie entered the hall, accompanied by Lydia. She curtsied and respectfully said, “Greetings, Your Majesty. May you be in good health and peace.”

Victoria nodded. “No need for such formalities. Have you come with matters to discuss?”

“Mother, are you saying that I wouldn’t come to

“It’s rare to see such devotion from you,

Kylie had been under house arrest, the official excuse had been her illness. However, everyone

fully recovered now, thanks to your

The weather is cold. Now that you’re well again, you should rest more. Don’t expose yourself to the

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small, somewhat

words might seem trivial, but they always made

often left one with the sense of a hidden meaning. It was

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if there was

words of telling Kylie she should rest and not expose herself to the wind, for example. It sounded like a caring suggestion, but Victoria knew well that it was not Kylie’s health that kept her confined–she had been under

either carried a hidden meaning or were simply an attempt to give Kylie an

excuse.

could not shake the uncomfortable feeling in her chest, as though a thorn were lodged in

Kylie turned the conversation

entered the palace, I tried to persuade them gently, encouraging them to send their daughters

nod. “You’re right, and your counsel was

–

she cautiously ventured, “I have heard that the Gracewood Women’s Academy plans

am unaware of this matter. What is your opinion

sharp rebuke, but instead, Victoria asked