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Despite the loss of composure, Jeremiah said, “So many matters have caused the duke’s family to suffer in silence. I often feel remorse for not being able to speak up for them. I am sure Your Majesty feels the same. Now that the duke’s family still has descendants, it is truly a blessing from heaven and Your Majesty’s great fortune.”
Savaldor nodded. Amid his excitement, Jeremiah’s words stirred his memories, taking him back to his youth when he frequently visited Northwatch Estate and formed friendships with several of Hector’s sons. During his time as crown prince and when he assisted in the administration of the government, he received a lot of valuable advice from Hector, which prevented many mistakes.
Since the Duke of Northwatch’s family’s complete annihilation, Salvador had often reflected on those past moments. Though the past could not be relived, the bond remained in his heart.
The survival of the Duke of Northwatch’s bloodline brought him unparalleled joy.
“I remember Ryan. When he was one year old, Melanie brought him to meet me. That child was so charming and lively, resembling his father. He had a lovely smile and a pair of dimples. He was truly endearing.”
Salvador sighed as he recalled the letter.
“It’s a pity that that child has suffered so much.”
Jeremiah wiped away his tears. “It’s good that he’s alive. That’s the most important part.”
Then, he stood and bowed deeply. “I’ve lost my composure, Your Majesty. Please excuse me.”
“I was also close to losing my composure, Jeremiah. Who wouldn’t be moved by such news?” Salvador said with a broad smile.
He then recalled something, and quickly ordered, “Derek, go to the Klein family’s residence or look for the Marquis of Highcrest at the Royal Citadel. Inform him of this matter so he and his family can share in the joy.”
Derek, who had been dabbing at his eyes, immediately replied, “Understood, Your Majesty. I’ll go right away.”
With a heart full of genuine happiness, Derek left. The survival of the Duke of Northwatch’s family brought him true joy. Melanie had treated him with kindness, and he was more eager than anyone to see her family prosper.
As Jeremiah watched Derek leave, he was filled with a myriad of thoughts. Despite having a pile of official duties awaiting him, he was reluctant to return to his office so soon.
“Your Majesty, the Victory Pass battle remains a disgrace for our kingdom. This matter has been kept secret, and Westhaven is unwilling to disclose it. However, with Westhaven’s crown prince dead and the struggle for succession beginning, factions within Westhaven might seek to revive this issue to gain public support. Should we not prepare a countermeasure?”
Salvador pondered for a moment before responding, “This issue is like a sword hanging over our heads. We know little about Westhaven’s situation, and can’t control the outcome. As for our response, haven’t we already made arrangements?
“For now, we won’t deal with Freya. We’ll pretend the court is unaware of her actions in this matter. If the matter comes to light, we’ll arrest Freya and send her to Westhaven for them to handle. That would at least be a form of resolution.”
Otherwise, why would Salvador spare Freya’s life? He had long desired to see her suffer a thousand deaths!
Jeremiah considered this, and saw no better option.
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This is the only course of action for now. After all, Marshal Liam has already taken personal revenge. The soldiers led by Freya at the Southern Frontier battlefield were those who committed atrocities at Victory Pass against Westhaven’s crown prince, and we’ve dealt with the survivors.
If Marshal Liam’s revenge ends here, everything will be manageable. I only fear that he might lose control and expose what happened in Fawnrun. In that case, our only option would be to send Freya to Westhaven.”
Salvador remembered the marriage he had arranged in the past, and his frustration flared up.
“Blake is now serving in the Capital Guards. He’s a capable person, and he had no knowledge of the Fawnrun incident at first. However, he’s been blind to many things. I’ll leave him in the Capital Guards for a few years to see if he can endure it. If he can, I might transfer him back to the military. If it weren’t for the lack of outstanding young generals these days, I wouldn’t tolerate him at all.”
“Your Majesty is indeed farsighted.” Jeremiah lamented, “If General Jaffe hadn’t sought marriage through military achievements, and if he were still the duke’s family’s son-in-law, his future would be boundless. At the very least, the duke’s family’s army would follow him. The current outcome is a result of his own actions, and he has no one to blame but himself.”
Salvador nodded. “That’s true, but I had arranged the marriage between him and Freya. I recall that I granted him the status of a secondary wife, which is akin to a concubine. I’ve heard that the Jaffe family’s matriarch was also restless. Sometimes, she would resent Sophie and other times, she hoped to mend her broken relationship.
“Blake might be harboring similar thoughts. Though Freya is his second wife, she’s still considered to be a concubine. The Jaffe family needs a clear-headed mistress.
still have hopes of nurturing Blake, so I don’t want these internal matters to undermine my efforts.”
Jeremiah couldn’t help but be curious. “Your Majesty, although young generals are scarce, General Jaffe isn’t the only option. Why are you so determined to cultivate
‘Blake’s fault lies in his fickleness and ingratitude. Apart from his personal flaws, he has made no significant mistakes on the battlefield-only achievements. What I need are capable generals. If he can learn from his mistakes and improve, there will come a day when he stands out. When that happens, it will add one more capable general to our ranks.”
Jeremiah understood Salvador’s urgent need for capable young generals, which had reached the point of keeping him awake at night. He knew the reason-Salvador feared that Rafeel would one day become arrogant and harbor greater ambitions, which would damage their brotherly bonds and destroy the peace of the kingdom.
Jeremiah dared not suggest that Salvador was overly concerned. Sometimes, when a person was fixated on something, others’ advice only deepened that fixation. As the current prime minister, Jeremiah couldn’t afford to say anything in Rafael’s defense
Salvador then instructed, “Find someone suitable for Blake-someone who can manage him and maintain order in the household.”
Jeremiah felt a multitude of emotions as he took on the task of searching for a wife for Blake.
He remembered how Blake and Freya’s marriage was once celebrated with great fanfare, full of glory and anticipation. Many in the court had high hopes for them. Even the common people sang praises of their love, feeling sympathy and admiration for Freya, who, despite her remarkable achievements, was willing to accept the status of a secondary wife,
Blake was also praised. Even though he was deeply in love with Freya, he didn’t forget his rightful wife and managed to secure Freya’s position as a secondary wife. The victory at Victory Pass had clouded everyone’s judgment, leading to wild celebrations and a loss of reason.
However, as the excitement faded, people began to see the dirt hidden beneath the beautiful facade of their stories. It eventually came to light that Blake’s primary wife was even more outstanding than Freya. People started to recall the Duke of Northwatch’s family’s great contributions and the tragedy that had befallen them.
Yet, Sophie never received fair treatment in public opinion. She was surrounded by various controversies. For instance, when accusations of her being negligent toward her parents arose, people seemed to forget her significant contributions at the Southern Frontier battlefield. They buzzed around her like flies, only for the Astrology Department’s minister to clarify the situation later.
Back then, Freya was able to remain in the military. In contrast, Sophie held a nominal position as the deputy commander of the Mystic Army, which didn’t require her to actively serve.
It was clear Salvador had no intention of granting Sophie an actual command position.
Jeremiah understood that Salvador had many considerations, but among them was a genuine regard for the Duke of Northwatch, which was enough for him. Sophie had originally been what remained of the Duke of Northwatch’s family, but now that Ryan had been found, the Duke of Northwatch’s title had a successor. However, the family members were still sparse, and Salvador was reluctant to risk further lives from the Devin family.
With this intention, other matters could be left aside, as if they did not exist.
4
Derek arrived at the Klein family’s residence, Highcrest Estate, but didn’t announce the news immediately, as Anthony was not yet back at the residence. Instead, he simply said he would wait for Anthony’s return.
This caused some alarm among the Klein family members.
Derek smiled and reassured them, “There’s no need to worry. It’s good news, but we must wait for the Marquis of Highcrest to return to discuss it. By the way, does the residence have a physician?” Anthony’s wife, Sophia, replied, “We do have a physician in the residence. The matriarch has been ill for a long time and can’t be without a doctor.”
Derek instructed Sophia, “In that case, Madam Klein should take a Heartshield Pill.”
Sophia and her mother-in-law, Diana, were alarmed by this suggestion. With the men still on duty and away from the residence, it was left to the female members of the household to make decisions, which wasn’t ideal given the circumstances.
Diana was Yvette’s mother, and she had been in poor health since the deaths of her son-in-law and daughter. The news made her heart race, and she felt she might need a Heartshield Pill herself. Sophia first sent for the household physician and then dispatched someone to call the men of the house back. Derek was someone who rarely came without important reasons, so the gravity of the situation was clear,
Sophia was torn between her anxiety and anticipation. Though it was good news, the need for a physician hinted at something serious, leaving her both worried and hopeful.
Derek refrained from explaining immediately. Given Ingrid’s fragile health, he feared that the excitement of the good news might trigger a heart attack. He wanted to ensure that the male members of the Klein family were present before revealing the details.
Initially planning to visit the Royal Citadel, he reconsidered due to the number of people there. Discussing the matter in such a crowded place, especially with Ryan still not back in the capital, could complicate things.