"She'll be sorry if I save her now. It is preferable to do nothing."
Valac turned followed by Azazel as both of them exit the warehouse.
"Well, I don't exactly care either about someone's life. However, I respect everyone's final wishes."
He casually explained, which elicited a little smile and a nod of understanding from Azazel.
"Someone's final wishes... you're extremely peculiar."
"Eh? Really?! Do you think this character of mine isn't appealing to you? I'll change it immediately!"
Valac's face was troubled as he turned his head toward Azazel, concerned with something that didn't exist.
With a shake of his head, Azazel expressed his disagreement with the situation.
"I meant that... you still have a heart. For me, I don't care whether they were to die or they have last wishes. I guess it's just not my style."
Valac laughed at his statement as he shrugged.
"Don't worry about that too much~ it's kill or killed aft
[2nd Prince's Palace]Azazel was handling paperwork in his office late at night until he sensed a presence creeping up behind him.(Who's that...?)He slowly reach his sword on his waist but the voice that came from behind him made him sighed of relief."Brother Azazel? It's me~"Valac knocked on the door, and Azazel turned to see Valac across the window, who was beaming from ear to ear, causing Azazel's brow to twitch.He rose up from his seat and opened the window for Valac to enter his office.Valac slipped in with skill and greeted Azazel with a broad smile."What a fantastic night! Don't you think so, brother???"He grinned, but Azazel frowned in response."I might slice off your head as an invader or assassin if you didn't call me sooner."Valac's eyes widened in surprise at Azazel's remark, and his smiling face morphed into a troubled one."I-I'm really sorry brother, I promise I won't do this
12 August ***Today, I married the Emperor and received the title of Empress. I, on the other hand, am feeling suffocated. It's hardly the kind of freedom I was hoping for.I have to be flawless as Empress. I need to bear a son to be the Empire's next heir—Olivier carefully read each page, his gaze trembling in disbelief that the Empress had her own issues."That two faced Empress..."19 February ***My first son was born today. But it didn't make me feel fulfilled or joyful. Because the Emperor didn't even pay me a visit while I was pregnant.Even the child's name, Drystan, was given to him by me.I felt hurt, but there was nothing I could do about it. I'm simply an Empress, and he's the Emperor.4 December ***He brought in a mistress today. She was a commoner who possessed extraordinary beauty.She was pregnant with his child. Since Drystan is just two years old, I was enraged.I attempted
[2nd Prince's Palace]Olivier sighed, looking up at the ceiling, lost and conflicted, as he lay down on the couch to relieve his stress.While playing chess with Verena, Azazel heard his constant sighs and lifted his brow to Olivier."What's the matter, Olivier? Do you have anything on your mind?"Azazel asked, looking at Olivier with a playful smile and Verena sees that opportunity to move her piece."Checkmate, Azazel."When he heard her statement, his eyes widened in surprise, and he turned his head toward her, shocked."What?! When did— well, congratulations Verena!"Instead of being disappointed, he smiled broadly at her, congratulating her on her victory, but Verena only furrowed her brow in bewilderment."It's merely a checkmate... you still have a chance of beating me."Azazel only shook his head in denial when Verena smiled at him."I don't mind if you beat me up.""Really?"Ver
[Frederick Dukedom]As the Duke learned that his little sister had been a victim of Charlotte, the information on his hand trembled.The body was hardly recognizable, according to the report, but it would be respectfully sent to the Dukedom.Verena, who had told everything to the Duke, and saying more and more of the dark activities of the Imperial Family made the Duke angry.He was enraged with the Emperor, who had promised to assist him in finding his little sister, but it turned out that he was merely acting and concealing the facts as if it was nothing."He must be laughing behind your back."Verena continued, causing him to lose control of his rage."I-I have to get rid of that monster..."He gritted his teeth in frustration, and his eyes flashed with uncontrollable rage.The duke's feelings of betrayal by the person he serves drives him insane. He intends to assassinate and torture the Imperial Family as soon as po
[Empress' Palace]"Hello, traitor."Olivier was taken aback when the Empress, Kalliste, greeted him with a lovely smile."Y-Your Majesty...""Did you have a good time sneaking around my workplace when I wasn't around?"She crossed her arms as Olivier grit his teeth in frustration, since the only way out was the door."Guards, seize him."The knights encircled the room, capturing both of his arms.(I can't put up a fight either... I guess this is the end.)Oliver sighed heavily as he faced Kalliste, the person who would very certainly eliminate him once she discovered his plans.Someone for whom he once felt pity.One of the guards gives the sword to Kalliste, who uses it to kill him on the spot. Her smile is friendly, but her gaze is full with hatred and the desire to kill Olivier.One of the knight throw a punch to Olivier's face that made him stumble backward.The other knight then kicked hi
[2nd Prince's Palace]The Empress, Kalliste sat face to face with Azazel, a delighted smile on her face.Azazel, on the other hand, was different; his gaze was vacant, and his hands were dripping with sweat.Kalliste had informed him about how she had viciously killed Olivier after he had entered her office without permission.Of course, that was just act to drew Azazel's anger."... Azazel, you should have educated your dog. It goes the same for everyone."Her eyes narrowed as she calmly sipped a cup of tea, continuing to infuriate Azazel.Azazel was beyond outraged, to the point that he couldn't even speak.They were laughing behind the Empress' back only a few days before, but now the Empress was laughing right in front of him.After hearing it from the person he despises, he was distraught."Oh my Azazel~ no need to be that surprised. Didn't I come here as you requested and speak with you face to face?"
[2nd Prince's Palace]Verena awoke half asleep, rolled over, and pulled the covers up a little higher.(Is it... midnight?)She could hear Azazel breathing softly beside her as he slept, and just hearing that sound was enough to make her smile as she felt warm within.In the faint light, she peered at the clock and was surprised to see that it was past midnight.She looked up at the window and noticed that the curtains were partially open, allowing her to see the full moon gradually sinking.(... I'm really tired for no reason.)She thought to herself, and gazed outside the window in wonder.Suddenly, she felt warm arms wrapped around her from behind."Azazel...? You're awake?""Mmmh..."He nodded and softly yawned as he gently put his chin on her shoulder, his hair tickling her exposed skin."... why did you wake up so early?"His voice was a little dry, and his eyes were sleepy as he asked.
"Did the rumors reach you?""About the Crown Prince being a paedophile?""Yes, yes! That!""Even rumors stated he raped a number of children!""It was obvious to me! Not only the aristocrats are wrong in their head, even the Crown Prince, the future of this Empire is the same kind of trash!""... we're doomed.""His second highness is fitting to the throne! While the Crown Prince is hiding inside his room, he brings many victories!""You're right!"Thanks to Azazel by spreading such rumors according to the information Olivier gave, it became a hot topic overnight.Everyone was talking about it till it reached the ears of the Empress.The Empress, who had heard everything, turned to face Crown Prince Drystan with a frown on her face."...... both his majesty and I keep your filthy secret so carefully hidden... just how?!!"Drystan, who was terrified by the Empress, responded with a shake of his head.