Chapter 737 +25 Bonus
“Yes, Your Majesty.”
The Mystic Army wasn't easy to manage, especially its high-ranking officers. The soldiers were chosen for their exceptional skills, and with those skills came strong personalities—some might even call them troublemakers. When Carissa first took command, Michael hadn't respected her; she had to beat him in a duel to win his loyalty.
Salvador added, “There’s something else I need to discuss. I have other plans for the Crown Guard’s current commander, so I’m considering promoting Barrett to that position. Do you have any objections?”
Carissa was caught off guard. Barrett was originally part of the Capital Guard; even if promoted, it should be within the same unit. Promoting him directly to commander of the Crown Guard was a significant leap. Besides, to her knowledge, Barrett wasn't the only one who distinguished himself during the incident at Harmony Palace, yet he was the only one being promoted. And for it to happen on her first day as commander, people would surely assume she had influenced the decision. She was the Hell Monarch’s princess consort, promoting her former husband. What would people think?
Carissa understood that commanding the Mystic Army wouldn't be easy. Undoubtedly, more situations like this would arise, where her actions would be scrutinized and criticized. If she couldn’t handle the pressure, she might as well resign.
“As long as it is your decision, Your Majesty, I have no objections,” she replied calmly.
Salvador smiled, a knowing smile hinting at something more. “Good. Then, it’s settled. The Mystic Army’s office is in the Capital Guard’s headquarters. Once you get there, submit a recommendation letter to the Civil Department under your name; they’ll issue the official transfer documents. I’ll also formally establish an office for the Crown Guard. Of course, Barrett will essentially be deputy commander; you’ll remain in charge.”
He was really using her name. Goodness, Salvador wasted no time in putting her on the edge! Well, that was fine. If her relationship with Rafael wasn’t solid, and they couldn’t trust each other, this would surely plant the first seeds of doubt between them.