"Open a way for us, Theodore."
After the three of them discovered a thick wall that separated the Imperial Palace's territory between the Vad Clan's, Azazel turned his gaze toward Theodore.
"I understand."
Azazel and Verena took a step back as Theodore nodded and walked forward.
"Do it silently."
Theodore nodded in response to Azazel's words and took a deep breath before slowly raising, then slamming his hand on the ground beneath them.
Azazel and Verena's eyes widened in surprise as the ground underneath them abruptly broke open and fell down without warning.
"......!"
However, neither Azazel nor Verena screamed. Because they know the knights will locate them if they make a single sound.
(So much for being quiet...)
Verena thought, her vision darkened by the new, unfamiliar sight.
"Are we inside the ground?"
She asked, her attention fixed on the ground because she couldn't see anything i
"It's him."Veren exclaimed as Azazel nodded in response. After they spotted him, Azazel handed one silver cent to pay the bartender beforehand."Thanks for the drinks. The rest of the money can be your tip.""Ah yes, thank you."The bartender nodded. Soon, Verena and Azazel rose from their seats, starting to walk past Ethan."We'll be waiting for you in front of the tavern, Ethan Vad. Be as quick as possible."Azazel whispered as they passed each other. Ethan didn't have time to react before Verena showed Ethan the Imperial Family crest. Ethan's confused expression had become shocked. As they continued to walk out of the tavern, his gaze could only follow them.-After showing themselves to Ethan, they had been waiting for him for a while until their target finally came for them."Who are you, exactly? Why did you have the Imperial Family crest...?"He questioned, his eyes narrowing as he looked at them. It was a
"... A date?"Verena's brow furrowed in response to Azazel's offer, who sat in front of her, nodding his head several times as if overwhelmed by his own joy.(Well, I don't have anything planned for today... But, why is he requesting a date?)She drew her eyebrows together, her gaze focused as she pondered the date offer.(Is it a code of some sort? Or did he plan something for the rebellion and use the date as an excuse?)Verena was a little taken aback by the offer, but because Azazel suggested it, she'd accept it as she thought he may want to offer or talk to her about something important.Meanwhile, Azazel was visibly shaking, fearful that Verena would reject him over such a trivial matter.(... I'm hoping she'll agree to this date... I made sure I had everything ready in case something went wrong, and Olivier made sure nothing did. Now it's up to her to respond.)He nervously holds his own hands while waiting for Verena's
(Eh, this taste...)I thought this while I continued to chew my sandwich, which had a crack as I bit into it, causing my brows to twitch.(...... W-what did I just-)Azazel's gaze was filled with anticipation as I carefully raised my head.(... Why is he staring at me so intently...?)When I took a bite, the sandwich in my hand trembled slightly."... Azazel.. Who made this sandwich?"I asked, attempting to maintain control of my expression while trying to avoid chewing everything in my mouth, which resulted in a muffled question.Azazel, on the other side, flushed again as he seemed to understand my question."I... I'm the one who made it."He responded shyly as I almost choked on the food.(H-he made this sandwich?!)I've never felt so uneasy over a situation in my whole life.However, after seeing Azazel's sparkling eyes stare at me, I couldn't bring myself to say it wasn't pleasant.
[2nd Prince's Palace]As he looked at Azazel, who was lying on his bed with a high fever, Olivier's eyes widened in surprise."You're kidding, right? Why did you get sick in the middle of nowhere with a fever?"He questioned, his brow furrowed, but Azazel twitched his brows in irritation as he tried to catch his breath.(I also can't believe I was so horrified that I had a fever as a result of a single kiss. Might as well just die.)Azazel thought, as he wished to die of embarrassment after recalling the events of their date the day before.(Ugh... My first kiss with Verena happened in front of a candy store in town.)If Azazel could, he would go back in time and stop it immediately before it happened.He wanted them to kiss for the first time at their own wedding. He wished for it, but it was crushed.His grip on the sheet tightened.(... Who the hell pushed Verena to the point where we kissed by accident?! When
[2nd Prince's Palace]Azazel was the one who held the blade in front of Olivier's neck, and he did so out of dissatisfaction and rage."How dare you...! When did I tell you to let that woman into my room, especially when I wasn't feeling well?!"He screamed furiously, while Olivier remained silent, his head lowered and his sorrowful eyes narrowed."Prince Azazel, please accept my deepest condolences. However, I believed it would be preferable if I could have Her Majesty's trust.""For what?"Azazel's sword trembled in his hand as he understood he couldn't kill one of his closest allies. He is well aware that Olivier has his own reasons for acting in that manner."I'm going to be her spy for you."Azazel's eyes widened at the unexpected response, and everything seemed to sink into his head as he finally grasped the meaning of that simple remark."... Ah."Azazel withdrew his blade as he let out a sigh, his face tro
[Vad Clan Territory]"It's wonderful to see you both again. I hope both of you will speak comfortably."Azazel smiled as he reached Edgar and Ethan at their house to discuss the strategy for the upcoming rebellion."... It's also a pleasure to meet you, Your Highness."Edgar responded, lowering his head in respect followed by Ethan."I came alone today because it was too risky. Please understand."Azazel smiled as the twins nodded understatedly in response to his statement."As you both know from the letter, I'm attempting to overthrow the current Emperor and I need your help. Also, if it's all possible, I would like to include all from the Vad Clan. If our rebellion succeeds, I will free your clan from discrimination in which you all can live freely in the Capital City and can freely go to places that they desire.""... How can we trust you?"Just as Azazel had predicted, Edgar glared at him with suspicious eyes.
"You have a lovely room."Verena raised her brow as Azazel walked freely around the chamber."So you've come here to perform your obligations as a husband?"Her cheeks flushed slightly as he turned his head toward her and nodded with a genuine smile, which caught her off guard."Well, I suppose that's understandable."Azazel chuckled as he approached her."As I stated in my letter, I was successful in persuading the twins to assist us."Verena smiled back at him."I have already read it.""Praise me."Verena looks at him questioningly as Azazel's cheeks flushed, and he scratches the back of his head shyly as he averted his gaze."... Can you praise me?"His crimson gaze landed on her aquamarine one, which was astonished.After understanding his words, Verena sighs with a smile and raises her hand to pat his head."... Good job."Azazel was taken aback by the unexpected gesture sh
"Would you do me the honor of being your life companion, Lady Verena Zielle?"I stared into his sincere eyes, and his voice was so loud and clear that it drew the attention of the other aristocrats.I could even sense my family's bewilderment at this unexpected event.(If only I could live a life like this...)I smiled at him as I nodded my head in delight.(Imagine how different my life would be?)"Of course, Your Highness Azazel, although your abrupt proposal has taken me by surprise, I couldn't be happier."I stretched my hand to him, and he delicately placed the simple diamond ring on my ring finger, his expression thoughtful."Oh, my~ I couldn't believe what I'm seeing.""Does this imply that the Dukedom of Zielle supports the second prince?""Look at how romantic his highness was~ They are such a perfect match made in heaven.""I couldn't believe I'm about to occur something that might shake the whole