[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
Within a single night, words about the second prince, Azazel von Elysian, who proposed Lady Zielle of the Zielle Dukedom at Princess Charlotte's von Elysian 14th birthday celebration had spread rapidly.It has become the Empire's hot topic, and everyone is talking about it.[Empress' Palace]"It's exactly as you reported to me, Olivier."The Empress, Kalliste, smiled to herself as she sipped her cup of black tea and savored the flavor while enjoying the weather in the garden.Behind her stood the same messy dark red-haired man with exhausted jet-black eyes, struggling to stay awake from all the meaningless chit-chat.(Whatever... I only gave all the information except the rebellion. I even told her the truth, that Azazel has been keeping an eye on Verena for who knows how long.)"You've done well. You made an excellent decision."Olivier remained utterly silent, his hands clenched into fists out of sight.(...... I'm hop
[2nd Prince's Palace] "Olivier, what do you think the energy element is?" Azazel questioned, his gaze falling on me. I look upwards since I was sitting on the garden's grass while he stood in front of me. "The energy element is the force that can let us control our own elements." He nodded in agreement to my response. "That is correct. Though, every element is controlled differently. I'll teach you energy fire control because there's no one to teach you energy air control." My mouth opened wide in disbelief. "... Your Highness, what exactly do you mean? What I have is air, not fire." Azazel smirked as he put his hand on his hip. "You fool. I'm talking about the control energy. Listen, I heard that air comes from meditation and the mind, but that fire comes from the breath and the heart itself. You will learn how to control your energy element by using fire control." "Does that even make any sense?!"
I yawned as I proceeded with my work. I continue to scribble down a plan for the revolt that could operate while Azazel was at war.I haven't heard anything about him for the last 3 years. With that time compromise, I'm not sure if he's still alive or not.However, despite being unsure, I still believed he will be alive. He would have to if he's going to overthrow the Empire.(I've been preoccupied with having to take care of this palace and always prevent myself from meeting the Empress. This is getting ridiculous.)Before I could even take a breather, a knock echoed throughout the room as I invited whoever had knocked to come in.The door opened. A familiar man in his sixties entered. With his hazelnut eyes narrowed, a pleasant smile on his face."Are you still not getting enough sleep, Olivier?""Louis, why are you here at this hour of the night?"With wide eyes, I questioned, halting whatever I was doing to give him my comp
[Present Time][Zielle Dukedom]The room was brightly illuminated, and the shelves were stacked with glass bottles containing an unusual colored liquid.Verena eagerly prepares potion powders. It is a special poison for the Imperial Family to use on the day of the rebellion."Azazel, could you find a dry leaves that has the color of brown? Also make sure that they haven't fallen from a tree."She asked with her attention fixed on the powder. Azazel, who was standing behind her, nodded at her asking as he exited the room.In the meantime, Oliver was gathering all of Verena's other ingredients. One of the important ingredients are the deadliest petals. After he gathered them, he place them beside Verena.(To this day, I still find it hard to imagine that Verena and Azazel have been engaged.)Olivier pondered while double-checking each materials thay could be usable. In the process, He also assisted Verena on making the potion.
[Ciel Casino]Baron Fred Goldenrod entered the casino with his head held high, knowing that he was a special guest because, according to Verena's information, the casino's owner is the Duke.He is overjoyed to have received the one-of-a-kind miracle thanks to the white ticket tucked neatly within his pocket.(I don't even remember saving the Duke whatsoever. But if that's what Lady Zielle claimed, then I must have done it in some way.)He smiled proudly as the light from the chandelier inside lit up the entire hall just for him and him alone.His arrogance and stupidity will be his downfall, just as Verena predicted."Ah, you must be Baron Fred Goldenrod."The appearance of a young man with jet black hair and confident jet black eyes. He's dressed in a black and white suit, just like the other casino employees who assist guests.But Baron Goldenrod had no idea that the man was Ethan Vad, who had changed his appearance as a resu
[Ciel Casino]The Baron exited the room, once again being led by Ethan as they walked down the halls with him carrying the bag of money for the Baron.(It's sure is a lot of money. It's really heavy......!)As they continued to walk, Ethan's hands trembled under the bag, and a scowl formed on his face.(How much longer do I have to walk?!)They returned to the casino, where nobles and commoners were engaged in their own games, but the Baron simply stared in wonder as he turned to look around."Why do we have to go back to the casino? Aren't there any other exit?"He whispered to Ethan, who didn't pay attention to his question and was instead preoccupied with his own issue while holding the bag of money.(Where is brother Ed-!)Before he could finish his thoughts, Edgar rushed in from the right side. He proceeds to tackled Ethan, who was holding the bag of money, become startled and caused him to dropped it broadly. This