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The monster’s speed was astonishing. The knights surrounding the carriage to protect Freesia were aghast, caught completely off guard by Asheradren's sudden appearance. Bloodstains stood out starkly against the creature’s fur, set against the backdrop of lush greenery. Meeting the monster's flashing violet eyes, one of the knights quickly recovered and drew his sword. “M-Murderer…! How many have you killed?” “You speak as if you’re righteous. Wasn’t it your master…- 160.5 K • Completed
The baby’s chubby cheeks were soft. I took Zela’s visibly trembling hand and looked out the window. *** The beautiful gardens, the pride of the Imperial Palace, were now overrun with soldiers. After confirming the gates were sealed, Asheradren, concealing his extending claws, spoke. “You’ve fought alongside me on the battlefield. If you surrender now, I will spare your lives.” “…Things are different now. We’ve witnessed your fighting prowess firsthand. So, we’ve made plans for…- 160.5 K • Completed
- *** “Your Majesty! The House of Raost, along with other noble families, are leading an army…!” “I am aware. See to the security of the palace.” Asheradren sat on his throne, dismissively waving a hand. Knights and soldiers had been rushing in since last night, reporting the situation, yet his response remained the same. “The Imperial Palace might fall! The approaching army is massive…!” “That won’t happen. And you won’t die, so relax.” But few could…
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- “Why didn't you…tell me sooner…?” “Because it amused me to think you believed we were in this together.” ‘And because it was laughable to see the hope in your eyes, the expectation that if you were loyal to me, I might accept you as a true member of the family,’ Freesia thought. She didn't voice it because Cecil’s blade still threatened her throat. But he should be starting to feel the effects of the poison by now, shouldn't…
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- An unbelievable thing was happening. Young Freesia, weaving a coronet of flowers for little Letisse. The night they’d fallen asleep in the same bed, unable to return to the manor because of the princess’s stubbornness. One day, they sat side-by-side, enjoying the opera; another, they wept together, gazing upon burning ramparts. Memories with Lethis unfolded before her eyes like a panorama. “Ugh!” A wave of nausea surged, brought on by a suddenly resurfacing, repulsive scene. The…
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- She knew the entire castle would be in an uproar if she disappeared, yet she went to visit the nameless castle without a thought for their efforts. And then there was the time she rushed to comfort a maid kneeling in apology for stepping on a noblewoman’s dress, tears streaming down her face. Freesia felt like a stranger to this princess. She couldn't understand her anymore. Freesia’s confusion turned to utter disbelief when Lethis decided to marry on a whim. “I’m going to meet…
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- *** “I’m… a princess?” Lethis’s first words upon waking, her head wrapped in bandages, silenced the room. Freesia, who had been closest to her, struggled to accept the changes in Lethis that began that day. “…Did you always hold a knife like that?” “Hmm? Oh, is this wrong?” Lethis had always been lively, but this was different. Scratching her head with a knife, slamming down her water glass… At first, Freesia almost pitied her, as if she'd forgotten even basic…
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- Slap! Freesia struck the aide across the face. Men were always so troublesome and irritating. Only after being slapped did the aide seem to regain his composure, bowing his head with hands clasped respectfully. Freesia stepped forward. The Raost lands were particularly windy. She languidly brushed aside the golden strands of hair obscuring her vision. “Sister.” The imposing figure of Cecil stood gazing down from the railing. Sensing her presence, he…
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- “A report has come in that the child imprisoned has been dealt with.” “Imprisoned?” Freesia tilted her delicate chin. Unfazed, her aide added, “It’s nothing you need to concern yourself with.” “Very well, then.” She rose slowly from her seat and looked down at the numerous knights kneeling at her feet. A smile bloomed on her face. The heads of the noble families allied with her—Siorte, Litris, Ufen, and Rebola—were all assembled here. Freesia glanced…
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- But he had never even glanced at her. He was fundamentally indifferent to others, speaking only to Sir Janiche, and occasionally, Sir Raost. He ignored the other knights and servants completely. She’d heard he was painfully shy after years of confinement, but this was extreme. During the return to the Imperial Palace, Jane remained outside Asheradren’s notice. It stung, but it was inevitable. The monstrous Emperor was already captivated by Daphne. 'Perhaps it's for the best. What if I'd married…
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