There was unrest in the imperial capital when the war was going on at the border.

The emperor ordered the Cabinet to present him with the list of the suitable candidates within the next three days. He wanted to send Matthew concubines so as to drive a wedge between him and Harper.

The ministers of the Cabinet put their heads together and went through all the unmarried daughters of officials above the third rank. After making sure that every woman they included on the list would be an excellent option, they proceeded to give the list to the emperor.

Although the emperor was about to choose concubines for Matthew, there was nothing going on in the prince's mansion. Matthew simply went to work and came back as he usually did, and Harper, on the other hand, went out to inspect the shops. She managed to set up several branches in no time at all, which were quite popular, so business was going well and she kept on raking a lot of money in every single day.

Lucas' eyes almost popped out of their sock

lowing his order. I would appreciate it if you stop saying anything more about Prince Matthew's concubines,"

Caroline said, giving Harper a concerned look. Harper might not have seemed to care about it whatsoever, but Caroline still thought that she actually did.

"What's the matter with Aunt Harper? She's still busy with work even at this hour. If somebody dares to come after my Chodak, I wouldn't hesitate to maim their faces," Lilian said without remorse as she enjoyed the cake. She even made a gesture of slitting her throat. "Given that I'll be in for it, I'd be willing to do it!"

"Your Highness, I think you're forgetting the fact that you are a daughter of His Majesty. Harper is different from you." Caroline couldn't help but sigh. After all, her marriage was postponed. The members of the Kong Clan had no interest in being officials, and the Bu Clan didn't want her to marry George as the clan was involved in the Heavenly Books. For that reason, the wedding couldn't be settled in the end.