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If Angelina had not been used to working outside since childhood, and thus had much better stamina than most women, she would surely have fainted outside that day.
It was that incident that caused a rift between him and the Queen Mother.
After learning of it, he took Angelina and left.
The Queen Mother, as his stepmother, also lost face, and from then on looked at him with disfavor.
But he was the King, busy with affairs of state, never setting foot in the rear courtyard, so he didn’t cared whether she was happy there.
He never expected, after so many years, that the Queen Mother would use the same trick against Margaery.
Having earned the title of “Martial King,” the King would never be manipulated by her.
He spoke directly to Warren, “Go back and tell the Queen Mother that she need not come today.”
Warren broke out in a cold sweat. “Yes, Your Majesty.”
“Then… let us begin,” said the King.
Nathan was also taken aback and hurriedly called for the kinship recognition banquet to begin, with the dry formalities proceeding.
Margaery stepped forward to offer water and formally addressed her elders by their new titles.
Then, she was entered into the Carey family tree, gaining another name: Margaery Carey.
From now on, Margaery would be known as Glowsend.
‘Now, the Star of Fortune has no connection whatsoever with the Wallen family.”
The ministers sighed, their gazes toward Margaery complex.
Dashnell was truly delighted.
With this, no matter what position Margaery attained in the future, she would remain untainted, never associated with an disgraced official.
She would become the descendant of a military family.
She was a princess bestowed by his father, and held the position of Imperial Seal at the King’s siste
In the future, her name would be recorded in history, shining brilliantly.
Seizing the festive atmosphere, someone could not help but ask the King. “Your Majesty, will Pinay Margaery formally enter the court from now on?*
There were several holders of the palace seal in the inner court.
But only the position of Imperial Seal at the King’s side was different
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The other seal holders managed trivial matters in the inner court, but the Imperial Seal at the King’s sade Sobat the Co closely and was entrusted with the jade seal.
This position had not existed in the history of the Eastvale Empire for hundreds of years.
It was only present in the Eastvale Empire’s history during the time when an Empress Dowager ruled as regent, as a female
official.
The status was equivalent to that of Warren.
But Warren was old, like Nolan, both nearing retirement; someone must eventually take their place
Everyone assumed that Margaery would hold this position in the future.
Even so, this alone was already astonishing.
But when the King spoke, he said something even more shocking: The Imperial Seal at my side is only the position she holds while studying with me; she will become my student and will enter the main court”
The crowd looked at each other, seeing strangeness and gravity in one another’s eyes.
Basil Flynn, the Assistant Minister, could not help but say, “But Your Majesty, there has never been a precedent for a women entering the court in our dynasty.
“This is against ritual propriety; others may not accept it!
“Indeed, indeed, if women enter the court, the fundamental social order will be thrown into chaos; it may not be a good
omen.”
Immediately, some echoed these sentiments, and the hall became chaotic.
Margaery felt that overwhelming hostility, as if a tidal wave were crashing down
She had not yet entered the court.
Encountering such resistance outside, she realized that her path was even more arduous than she had imagined.
“Do you feel it?” The King turned his head to look at her, his voice low. “I am leading you forward, but this path is case yout must carve out with your own hands.
“This path is more difficult than for any man who seeks to rise swiftly. Are you prepared?”
Margaery nodded, her eyes slightly red but her gaze resolute. “I am ready?”
The King nodded and looked at the crowd.
“Twenty years ago, the Southcroft Empire and Frostheim anackest the bonder, and I personally led the expeditions.
“Thirteen years ago, Emberfall crossed Crescent Pass, and I personally confronted theat
“Eleven years ago, the Northern Desert army marched south, and I led the imperial acces preif
“Six years ago, the Western Pack rebelled, and 1 personally quelled the uprising
At this point, he let out a culd laugh. “All of you present are then What we are you?”
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Just as the opposing ministers looked extremely displeased, someone applauded crisply. It was Grace. “The King is right. What use are you all?
She rose, hands behind her back, and turned to look at Basil. “Over the years, has your Ministry of Rites accomplished anything remarkable? Aside from the Hadley family’s disgraceful actions that have caused public outrage, what use is the Ministry of Rites!“”
She then looked at the other dissenters.
She extended her hand and beckoned with her finger. “If any of you are unconvinced, let me test you today and see what you are truly worth!”
The entire room fell silent.
Who would dare compete with Grace?
In terms of scholarship, she was the Dean of the Academy of Eminence:
If she did not possess the ability to surpass all others, she would not hold that position.
In terms of martial arts, Grace was a prodigy unseen in a century. Even the late King once regarded her with admiration. I martial prowess, she is likely second only to Norman and the Southcroft King.
For a moment, no one in the room spoke.
This time, the King chose to support Grace. “I also think so. Anyone dissatisfied may debate with Princess Grace today, or heir hand against her in a match.
Back when the Eastvale Empire fell, Grace rode a thousand miles with the late emperor and took the enemy’s head.
What was the Eastvale Empire like then?”
At that time, the nation was overturned, the enemy had reached the gates of the capital, and the vast Eastvale Empire was
educed to only Sinderin City.
Only after so many years did it gradually expand again and reclaim its territory.
Grace sighed, “It’s been years since I fought. Come, shall we stretch our muscles a bit?”
No one dared to step forward.
Finally, someone glanced around in surprise. “Why isn’t the High Priest here today?”
Yes, the High Priest should be able to debate with her, to contest…
Simon followed Wilbur to Yanzy City.
In the end, everyone looked at Norman, who sat in the corner. “Master, would you care to step u
Norman chanted a Buddhist verse, Everyone, I am a monk and have not entered the court if men may enter the court. then women certainly may as well
He added gently, “Margaery is also my disciple”
The crowd was speechless.
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.
