Chapter 1016

Yuvan, looking slightly impatient, said, "Celeste has become Oliver's favorite, but he still hasn't won the support of his troops. That can't be rushed. As for Westhaven, we'll need to plot and wait. We can't remain idle. Molly is useless; we'll replace her with Violet.

"I disagree with what you said earlier. Both Molly and Carissa are princess consorts, and I refuse to believe Violet isn't interested in becoming one. A woman like her, with such pride, would be even more eager to climb the social ladder. She wouldn't give an ordinary man a second glance."

Wayne tried to offer more advice, but Yuvan, too immersed in his plans, didn't listen.

"What woman wouldn't care about her chastity and reputation?" he muttered. "If she gives her body to me, can she simply turn her back on me?"

When the time came, the promise of the princess consort title would likely make Violet happier than anything.

Carissa had returned to the Hell Monarch Estate earlier. When Claire reported that Violet had gone to Edgeview Estate, Carissa was discussing something with Max. After their conversation, she headed straight back to the estate.

By then, Violet was already back at the Hell Monarch Estate. After delivering the slap, she felt a brief rush of satisfaction. Soon, however, concern crept in. It wasn't for herself—she feared she had caused trouble for Rafael and Carissa. After all, she knew Salvador had people watching Edgeview Estate.

When Violet saw Carissa, she immediately stood to greet her, regretfully saying, "Cari, I acted on impulse. I shouldn't have gone to Edgeview Estate. I'm afraid I've caused you trouble."

Carissa, who had hurried back to comfort her friend, was surprised when Violet apologized first. Smiling, she linked arms with her.

"Did you make a scene at Edgeview Estate?"

Violet sighed, her frustration evident. "I slapped Molly."

"Did it feel good?" Carissa asked with a smile.

"It felt good for a moment," Violet admitted. "But I might have caused trouble for you and Prince Rafael."

Carissa gently pushed Violet onto a chair, sat beside her, and called for Lulu to bring some royal jelly soup.

Once it was served, she smiled and said, "Do what you need to do. If it causes trouble, we'll handle it."

"I know you're trying to reassure me, but I was really too rash," Violet said.

She sighed deeply, frustrated with herself. She had thought she could control her emotions, but everything spiraled out of control. She felt like a complete failure.

Carissa stood and patted her friend's back. "Everyone has their breaking point. You're not expected to swallow your pride and bow your head just because you live here. The workshop is the result of our hard work, and you've played a huge part in it. Someone's trying to ruin your reputation. If you had told me it was Molly spreading those rumors, I would have gone to slap her with you."

"You're not as hot-tempered as I am," Violet replied, looking up at Carissa. "Don't try to comfort me. Just tell me, is what I did today—going to Edgeview Estate—going to cause trouble for you?"

"No. Absolutely not," Carissa said firmly.

"You better not be lying to me," Violet warned.

Carissa sighed.

"Listen. When we returned from the Southern Frontier, we had to be extra cautious. At that time, Raf had achieved great military success, and I'm from the Sinclair family. The bigger the tree, the more wind it attracts. If we weren't careful, it would be easy for others to frame us. That's happened too many times in history.

"Plus, with the situation at Victory Pass unresolved, we had to keep our strength in reserve. That was a concession to the king. But it doesn't mean we'll always act this way. We've shown our goodwill and loyalty. Whether the king believes it or not is up to him."

Carissa looked at Violet with sympathy. When had she ever had to worry about others' feelings? Now, after letting off steam, she still had to tread carefully. It was truly unfair.

Violet relaxed, reassured by Carissa. However, she was still angry at Molly.

"I went easy on her by slapping her only once. In the past, I would have yanked her hair and thrown her out. I get that men don't understand the significance of the workshop, but she's a woman. How could she not understand?"

Lulu entered with the royal jelly soup, smiling. "You don't need to be angry with those people, Ms. Spencer. It's not worth it. Drink this, and you'll feel better."

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Violet smiled brightly. "Lulu, your words are becoming more charming. You really know how to make someone happy."

After getting her revenge, Violet was in a much brighter mood.

The next day, the gatekeeper reported that Molly had come and insisted on seeing Violet. Rafael and Carissa had gone to the Ministry of Justice and the Capital Guard headquarters, respectively, so Jacob sent someone to get Violet.