The birth of Caelum and Diana Grace spread joy across the entire nation. A three-day celebration was held in the capital, drawing influential figures from across the country. Neighboring empires also sent representatives to congratulate the crown for the successful birth of its two heirs.
On the evening of the third day's celebration, a mentally exhausted Alaric retired to his bedchamber.
"I'd rather go to war than attend that kind of tacky event." He remarked with a shake of his head.
Although it was a joyous occasion, he felt that the celebration was unnecessary. It also drained a big chunk of the national budget.
Yskaela, who was dressing up with the help of a maidservant, sent him a glare when she heard this.
"You should mind your image." She rebuked him in a helpless tone.
Her young husband would occasionally say things like this offhandedly. Luckily, the servants in the imperial palace were loyal, so none of his complaints reached the ears of the public.
