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Chapter 1431

Salvador seemed much more clear-headed now, no longer as muddled as he had been in the palace.He smiled. "There's no need for formality. Please relax. I only came here to the estate to see Mr. Spencer and have a chat. I was feeling a bit restless."Carissa replied, "In that case, I won't keep you from your conversation with Kyle. We shall take our leave.""Don't rush off," Salvador said, his gaze turning toward her with genuine concern. "Since you're here, stay and talk for a while. How is your injury? Are you feeling better?"Carissa lowered her hand again, which she had just propped up, and answered, "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. It's getting better, but the physician insisted I rest in bed for a few more days.""I see." Salvador nodded, his expression thoughtful. "Injuries to the muscles and bones need proper care."He said this, but he didn't allow Carissa to leave. Everyone in the room stayed, either sitting or standing, and kept them company.After a moment o
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Chapter 1432

Kyle's painting was truly impressive—his brushwork brought the image to life with remarkable detail.Everyone in the room gazed at the figure on the paper, then looked at Salvador, who still sat in his chair without showing any sign of fatigue. It was as though the man had stepped right into the canvas. Even his earlier expression was captured perfectly.The fine lines near his eyes, the few strands of white hair at his temples, the small black mole at the corner of his mouth, and the subtle creases on his lips—all of it was there, down to the last detail. Though the colors had yet to be applied to his clothes, the intricate patterns were already outlined, and it was identical to the real thing.Salvador seemed like he was seeing such a clear version of himself for the first time. He stared for a while, then touched his face and said, "I really have gotten older." He rarely even looked into a mirror. When he did, it was never this clear."You're not old, Your Majesty," Derek said
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Chapter 1433

In the study, the lamps were still lit.Hearing Kyle's words, Carissa let out a long sigh of relief. "Then, my injury should heal faster. I've been feeling utterly stifled.""Tonight was truly terrifying," said Jacob.Kyle glanced at Carissa and sighed softly. "If the king really follows in Yuvan's footsteps, then Rafael would take after Nicholas.""He'll weigh the consequences," Jacob said."I just don't understand him. When I was a child, the king was close to my second brother and the others. He treated me like a younger sister. After I entered court, he regarded me as a minister. So, why this sudden change of heart?" Carissa vented, deeply frustrated."Sudden? Have you forgotten that after the Southern Frontier was reclaimed, he once considered making you his concubine?" Jacob reminded her."I always thought he only meant to use me to force Raf to relinquish his military power," Carissa replied.Back then, her being Hector's daughter had also played a role—marrying her and
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Chapter 1434

Just as Jacob feared, many people secretly tried to pry information from the servants of Hell Monarch Estate. Fortunately, they had been warned in advance, so no matter what was asked, they all claimed to know nothing.But the tighter the people in the estate kept their lips sealed, the more it fueled suspicion. This entire affair was far too unusual.A king leaving the palace was nothing like stories depicted—where a ruler could simply disguise himself and slip into the streets with a handful of guards to observe the lives of his people.Even when visiting the households of nobles for a joyous occasion, the king's arrival would be announced well in advance. The host family would have time to make proper arrangements. Some even built new gardens or refurbished their homes, laying down soft carpets, planting fresh flowers, and preparing lavish feasts to welcome him.For a king to leave the palace in the dead of night to privately visit a vassal's estate, traveling by carriage and ac
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Chapter 1435

Kylie flinched at Salvador's outburst and quickly lowered her head. However, a flicker of anger flashed in her downcast eyes.She hadn't expected the harem's gossip to provoke such a reaction—that Salvador's first instinct would be to defend Carissa so fiercely, his thunderous wrath reserved for anyone who dared to question her.If Carissa never harbored such intentions, then it could only mean that Salvador himself had made this choice. In that case, he would shoulder all the criticism alone.Kylie couldn't understand it. Salvador had always valued his reputation above all else. In a situation like this, shouldn't he have seized the opportunity to shift the blame onto Carissa to preserve his own name?Why was he protecting her instead?If he insisted on defending her in public as well, then the entire court would see this as nothing but a reckless scandal of his own making.A storm of emotions surged through Kylie's heart as she recalled Salvador's previous mention of bringing C
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Chapter 1436

Kylie stumbled back to Everspring Palace, Salvador's words asking her to relinquish her position as queen echoing endlessly in her mind. Each word crashed down like a bolt of lightning, striking her heart with relentless force. Her head spun and her limbs felt numb."Your Highness, His Majesty was merely speaking in anger. Please don't dwell on it," Lydia said anxiously.With her face drained of all color, Kylie looked like a ghost of herself, her spirit seemingly shattered.She struggled to breathe, clutching at her chest as tears streamed down her cheeks. "In anger? Does that mean he can just dispose of me with a few careless words? His Majesty never speaks rashly. He meant it.""How could that be? How could His Majesty ever consider making Ms. Spencer—a merchant's daughter—his queen?" Lydia tried to reassure her, having overheard Salvador's furious outburst from outside.Kylie's tears fell faster. "Don't you see? It was never about Violet. It's Carissa."Lydia shook her head.
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Chapter 1437

And just like that, Lydia was sent out of the estate. She received more than a few pointed stares on her way out.On the journey back to the palace, she remained unsure whether Carissa would actually come. The latter hadn't agreed, but hadn't outright refused either.Of course, Kylie had no real intention of finding a secondary wife for Rafael. The remark had been meant to unsettle Carissa, to push her into resigning from her post. Even if she refused to resign, the queen would never actually force a concubine upon the Hell Monarch.But it was unexpected for Carissa to react with such unrestrained fury—so much so that she hadn't even bothered to maintain appearances before throwing Lydia out.And if Carissa refused to enter the palace… How would this misunderstanding ever be resolved?But then again…Lydia sighed. Was it really a misunderstanding?Truth be told, she rather liked the idea of female officials in court. If Carissa were to resign, she would actually feel a tinge of
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Chapter 1438

Carissa was still fuming when Violet's playful comment broke through her anger, causing her to laugh."Let go. Come down here and join me."Violet chuckled, giving a quick curtsey. "At your command, my lady."With a swift motion, she discarded her clothing and tossed it aside before slipping into the hot spring.The two women splashed water at each other in a playful, light-hearted manner before settling down, resting their chins on the soft cushions by the edge of the spring.Violet spoke first, saying, "The queen is an idiot. Why bother with her? It's not worth getting upset over.""She's acting like there's something wrong with her. She definitely doesn't seem like someone raised by the Quinton family." Carissa paused for a moment, then added, "Well, I guess the Quinton family has more than its share of troublemakers."Violet nodded. "True. Malcolm kept a mistress, and who knows what to make of the whole thing with Gerald. At least Marjorie is a bit more normal—poor thing."
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Chapter 1439

Lydia hesitated for a moment before saying, "But if we spread word of this, Lady Xavier's reputation will be ruined, and the other young ladies of the Earl of Southstead's family will suffer as well."Kylie's eyes gleamed coldly. "She's just the daughter of a concubine with an inflated sense of her own worth. She looks down on everyone, likely dreaming of a marriage that's beyond her reach. A girl so lofty in her ambitions deserves what she gets."Besides, I've heard she has a fiery temper and is unafraid of anyone. It would be best if she went and caused a scene with Carissa. Let people see the spectacle, and soon, no one will be talking about His Majesty anymore."Lydia fell silent, unsure of how to respond."Now, when I say something, you resist at every turn. You constantly find fault. Tell me, how do you suggest we put an end to this uproar? Should we allow His Majesty to remain in the public eye, constantly criticized and ridiculed?" Kylie snapped, her patience running out.
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Chapter 1440

Once the speculation began to spread, some court officials encouraged Malcolm to approach Kylie for an answer. If these rumors proved true, it would be a matter of great consequence!The Hell Monarch was still embroiled in war at the Southern Frontier. If his wife was the subject of such rumors, how could he possibly remain focused on the battle?Even Davis was deeply concerned. He sought out Malcolm personally and explained the serious implications."The Hell Monarch is fighting for his life out there. This could not come at a worse time. We cannot allow such a scandal to derail his efforts," Davis said.After a brief pause, he added, "I hear Lord Wright intends to make an Oathbound Plea for His Majesty to clarify matters at court tomorrow."An Oathbound Plea was when a court official made a desperate, unwavering petition to the king, sometimes at the risk of their own life or career."The situation hasn't even been investigated and they're already resorting to such an extreme
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