Chapter 22

Alessia's POV

The whole palace is in uproar after the talk about the incident spread out like a disease. I am more stressed when every living thing in this palace looks at me like I am ready to slay them. They are all walking on eggshells and afraid to commit any tiny bit of mistake.

I only terrorized the nobles, but why are the servants more afraid of me? Even though that question was in my mind, I didn't waste time on it. Nothing will change if I think about it. I am not willing to reach out to them just to make my name look good. I am already tired of pleasing everyone to like me. I just don't care if they think badly about me.

There were also many gifts sent from the nobles. They gifted me with gold and jewelry. There are even ancient jars that are considered antiques already. It was their way of apologizing and getting some favor.

I am not naive when it comes to this. Even though I did not accept the position yet, in their eyes, I am already their queen. Now, they are currying fa