Sarah's Pov - (Point of View)
The events of the Novel take place in the Kennedy Empire.
The Novel says that the Kennedy Empire is one of the most powerful Empires since they had a lot of magic support as well as their powerful knight forces...
The male lead Fredrick Nicholson Lloyd Kennedy is engaged to the villainess Rubia Mary Albert Charleston (A political marriage or an arranged marriage) at the age of 19.
The novel does not mention much about the crown prince's childhood except for the fact that his mother was a noble who used her pregnancy as a reason to get closer to the position of Empress.
Apparently, the woman died when the crown prince was 4.
The emperor loved his child, he just didn't show it much (the guy was probably a tsundere) and he wished for the prince to find his true love which is probably why he accepted the relationship between Fredrick and Catherine (the female lead).
Fredrick doesn't care much about the villainess Rubia but, Rubia is shown to love him since he was one of the few people that understood her truly...
Fredrick and Catherine meet coincidentally when he saves her from a group of thugs and he instantly fell in love with her (so cliched). From then on Fredrick constantly went to check up on Catherine and eventually bought her the title of Countess.
Rubia who heard of these events from the maid’s gossip was irritated and filled with jealousy.
So well, I guess it's obvious...
Rubia attempts to poisoned Catherine.
Fredrick finds about it and charges Rubia of attempted murder.
Louis (Rubia's brother) begged for his sister to not have a heavy punishment.
Frederick accepted his request for childhood’s sake...
Rubia is then imprisoned for Two years and when she is released, she once again wished for the death of Catherine.
So, she charges at Catherine with a knife but she's saved by the royal knights.
When Fredrick hears of these events, he gives Rubia a death sentence...
And after that comes Catherine and Frederick's engagement...
The only ones that truly cares about Rubia in the end were her parents and her brother.
Ps... The author of the novel 'True love' also mentions that Louis had unrequited feelings for Catherine. But he couldn't choose her over his sister...
See the story was truly shitty wasn't it...?!!
I don't really want to face all this stuff in the future so I'm going to work hard and live my second Life
The first step to me having my peaceful life is to lay the foundation by building a deeper connection with my family and the maids and servants of the Duchy since it might work to my benefit it the near future
In my previous life I did not have a father I did have a mother but I barely ever saw her or conversed with her since she was working hard to pay off the debts so I never really felt parental love but, in this life, I wish for that to change even if it is just a bit.
Rubia never really cared about her family since she was obsessed over the crown prince but I don't believe she hated her parents or brother she might have just built a wall around her while they were there and the only one who was able to cross this wall was probably the prince (I don't really understand why though.)
TO BE CONTINUED...
Previously - "Mom yesterday you referred to an incident didn't you...? Can you tell me more about this incident...?" "Yes, dear but first eat your breakfast and restore the energy you lost We can talk about the incident in the study once your father arrives." "Yes, mom." Currently - "I'm back." said the duke "Welcome back... dad." said Rubia "Dad...??" Said the Duke with tears of happiness flowing through "Yeah, or must I refer to you as father...?" "No dear I'm overjoyed...!" Rubia's Pov - Hah... I know how to deal with these situations I kind of feel really warm around the couple I guess this is what they call parental love huh... In this life, I will definitely become a daughter they are proud of even if I am not really their daughter... "Where's your mum dear...?" "Ah. She asked me to invite you to the study wh
Previously - And the reason why Rubia always took her anger out on the maids was that she was shamed at almost all the tea parties she was invited to. She was mocked by the other ladies because the crown prince did not love her or pay any attention to her. Currently - "Right, Is it true that I have been engaged...?" asked Rubia "Yes, that is right... You have been engaged to the crown prince of the Kennedy Empire." answered the Duchess "I see. " Sarah's Pov - She did not mention that it was a political marriage probably cause didn't want to add to the stress after the previous incident. "If you wish then we could annul the engagement since you will probably feel uncomfortable being engaged to a person you hardly remember." said the Duchess Sarah's Pov - Well yes, I could avoid some major problems in the future if I annul this engagement out of m
Previously - "Thank you, miss...!!" Soon all the maids had joined in thanking Rubia. * "I am truly grateful that you have accepted my apology in the future I promise you that I will repay the kindness you all have shown me by becoming some worth of the 'Charleston' Name". said Sarah Currently - Rubia's memories start flowing through Sarah's mind. * She finds herself in an empty room with nothing but a line dividing two sides of the room. * "Where am I now..?" asked Sarah as she examined her surroundings "You've finally come. I was starting to get tired waiting for you. By the way, what's your name...?" said a familiar voice from behind Sarah "Ah. My name is Sarah James... You...! Rubia!? Is it really you...!?" exclaimed Sarah as she rushed to the other side of the line "You can't cross that line, Sarah." "Why not...?" "Only souls
Previously - "Alright... This is the last time we will be seeing each other like this... You will gradually start recovering my memories... Don't be scared... And also, you are free to do whatever with my body since it's yours know I hope you find someone who lo-." Sarah wakes up with tears overflowing. * Currently - "Good evening dad." said Sarah to the Duke "Good evening Rubia." said the duke "May I ask you something about the Westlands....? I have been a bit curious about the situation lately." "Well, it isn't that confidential but, it is surprising to see you want to know about it, Rubia.." "I just wanted to know more about the situation of the empire." "The Westlands have been the major suppliers of food grains and crops which are used to feed the commoners. But, there seems to be a problem with the harvest grounds. That's the reason why the emperor had asked me and a few
A meeting among a few nobles and the emperor takes place the next morning. * "If any of you have suggestions to make to help improve the situation in the Westlands, Raise your hands." said the Emperor, Aelius The Duke of House Charleston raises his hand. * "Go ahead Duke." "I suggest that we plant more trees." "Plant trees...?" The nobles gathered all have a look of shock. * "That is right. I suggest we plant more trees since, trees may be able to protect the land by accumulating rainwater underground which is a solution to the problem of the dry Westlands. And, there are a few more benefits involved in growing trees, Your Majesty." "What are these other benefits you speak of...?" asked The Emperor in a curious manner "They are minor benefits, Your Majesty. Trees help clean the air and also provide shelter to the various animal species in our Empi
Current situation - Lady Rubia and Baroness Joann are exchanging formal greetings. * "Good morning, Teacher Joann." said Sarah with a smile on her face. "Good morning to you as well, Young Lady Rubia. Have you been well since the last incident...?" asked Baroness Joann "I apologize if I caused you any worry, Teacher. " "It's quite alright young lady." Baroness Joann's POV- I had heard that the young lady of the Charleston house had changed but, I did not expect that she had changed this much. During the past whenever I had lessons with the young lady not only did she not pays attention but, she also dared to sleep during my classes. But, the eyes of the young lady right now have a will to learn. I believe this is the reason why Henry (the duke) (One of the previous students of Baroness Joann) had put down his pride to ask me to observe her before making t
Previously - "Good night young lady...!" said Sandra and Mary as they bowed. "Good night to you as well Sandra, Mary." said Sarah Sarah's Pov - I was only hoping on getting the attention of nobles but, after the suggestion I had made there is without a doubt a thought in the emperor’s mind. He must be quite curious for him to keep his own royal knights around me... How annoying... I have yet another obstacle... Currently - That night Sarah has a dream of one of the memories of Rubia before she died. * Sarah's Pov - Why the hell do I keep having such dreams. Though the memories of Rubia are helpful at times... It feels like hell whenever I wake up from the dreams. *The next morning, A letter addressed to Rubia arrives at the Charleston Duchy. * "Young Miss, you have a letter." said Gerome (the Butler) "Oh... W
Previously - "So, I've finally reached the second step huh." said Sarah in a low voice "Did you say something just now miss...?" asked Tristan "No... I did not, Tristan." "I see." Sarah's Pov - Damn, I was almost caught...! I have to be more careful... Currently- "We have arrived, Young Lady." Said Tristan as he offered his hand to assist Rubia in getting down from the carriage. "Thank you, Tristan." Said Rubia as she took Tristan's hand. Rubia's Pov - That was the first time I rode in a carriage. Anyways, that's not what's important right now. I went through my plan last night and I've got to admit... I'm quite excited... Meanwhile, at the House of Arden. * "The young lady of House Charleston has arrived miss." said one of the maids to Odelia. "She actually came...?" Said, Ode