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Before leaving the capital, Yuvan went to the palace to bid farewell to Ruth.
Her eyes were brimming with tears as she spoke, “If you truly care for me, you'll petition His Majesty to allow me
to go to Valken with you. At least then we wouldn't have to endure this separation, never knowing when we
might see each other again.”
Yuvan knelt before her, his voice choked with emotion as he replied, “Mom, | don’t want to leave you either. But
Valken is nothing like the palace. Your body wouldn't be able to bear the long and exhausting journey.”
Ruth dabbed at her tears. “There was a twhen your sister could stay in the palace and look after me. But
now that she’s been sent to the Heritage Bureau and you're returning to Valken, what hope do | have left here?
Besides, I'm much better now. The hardships of the journey won't trouble me. If you won't petition His Majesty,
then I'll do it myself. He's kind hearted. I'm sure he’ll allow us to stay together.”
“Mom, we'll be reunited soon, | promise. Just givea little time.”
Ruth reached for his hand, her frail fingers like brittle branches yet gripping him tightly.
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“My son, the country is at peace now. The people are safe and living stable lives. The Southern Frontier has been
reclaimed, and the fighting at Victory Pass has ceased. You must work hard to govern your territory well.
“Starhaven can becthe prosperous and peaceful realm your dad envisioned, a place where everyone
thrives. Nothing is more important than that. I've spent most of my life in this secluded palace, and I've seen so
little of the world. But even | know that the people want nothing more than to live in peace and security.”
Yuvan’s expression faltered for a moment, but he forced a smile. “Mom, you've spent your life in the palace. The
things you've been told were filtered before they ever reached you. What you see isn’t the full picture.
“The capital may be prosperous, but do you know how many people still live in misery? They go hungry, lack
proper clothing, and sell their children or pawn their wives just to survive. The heavy taxes and labor levies leave
them overwhelmed.”
Ruth started to shake her head, but Yuvan clasped her hand tightly, continuing, “And do you know about the
Sinclair family-father and sons-who died on the battlefield at the Southern Frontier? His Majesty could have sent
Rafael to the frontlines earlier, but he hesitated. He feared Rafael might grow too powerful, and that delay cost
the Sinclair family their lives.”
“No, you've only heard rumors,” Ruth said firmly. “I may lack experience, but even | know
how complicated the situation at the Southern Frontier was. The Duke of Northwatch reclaimed the region once,
but Sandoria’s counterattack caught them completely off guard.
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“That wasn’t something His Majesty or the court officials could have foreseen. And don’t forget, His Majesty had
only just ascended the throne. Who could have predicted such a swift reversal of fortune?”
Her frail hands suddenly clamped tightly around Yuvan's wrist, tears streaming down her face. “My son, listen to
me. Valken is a wealthy domain. It will bring you and your children a lifetof prosperity. Do not take
unnecessary risks-don’t gamble with your life or your family’s.”
Yuvan frowned, his tone sharpening as he said, “Mom, what are you talking about? What do you think I'm
planning to do? | was only pointing out sflaws in the system. It’s just a casual conversation between us,
nothing more.”
Her cloudy eyes met his, a strange mixture of laughter and sorrow in her gaze.
“A casual conversation,” she murmured. “Yes, just idle chatter. | know your heart is kind. If you're unhappy with
your princess consort or your concubine, then take more women into your household. Surround yourself with
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about you.”
Yuvan’s expression darkened slightly. “Who's been whispering nonsense into your ears, Mom? Who's been
spinning tales to makeout as ssort of traitor? | am myself, and Eleanor is Eleanor.
you
this-if ever “I hold justice in my heart; | am no rebel or usurper. And lettell someone raises their sword
against the capital, it will only be because the king has beccorrupt and unworthy of the throne.”
Ruth trembled at his words, withdrawing her hands slowly.
“I am an old woman,” she said weakly. “I shouldn't meddle in such matters. Let's pretend | never heard that or
asked about it. But remember this-I am your mom, and I still live in this palace.”
Yuvan was silent for a long moment before he spoke softly, “Mom, don’t worry. The queen dowager is merciful.
No matter what happens, she'll see to it that you live out your days in peace.”
Ruth smiled faintly, though tears glistened in her eyes.
“Good, very good,” she said with a bitter laugh. “A son who places his mom's fate in the hands of someone else’s
mercy-such a devoted son | have.”
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