[Zielle Dukedom]
"You sold Riona to a brothel?!"
The minute Azazel admitted everything and his change of plans, Verena shouted out in surprise.
Even the twins and Olivier stood behind Azazel with their heads down, as though they were guilty of not following Verena's orders properly.
But they were all thinking the same thing. They had no regrets about what they had done, and it was satisfying in its own right.
They admired Azazel's handling of the situation.
"...yes. I hope you don't hate me for that, Verena-"
"Pfft-"
When Verena bursts out laughing, Azazel's eyes enlarged significantly, surprising everyone as they stared at her with wide eyes.
"Good-- that's good! I never thought of that before!"
Azazel's eyes light up with delight as he looks at Verena, who appears to be pleased with the news.
And the others smile, relieved that Verena approves of Azazel's ways.
"Then, how about rewarding me???"
[Evans Household]"Lady Verena, what brings you to my estate?"Marquess Evans asked, his weary hazelnut eyes staring at her as she sipped her tea after a bite of the pastries he had offered her."Let me just request you straight away. It's all about forming an alliance."As she placed the cup on the table, she remarked respectfully with a smile on her lips.The Marquess appears to have picked up on her intentions right away."...Are you implying that you wanted me to support the second prince, His Highness Azazel?"He arched his brow at her, and she could see he was staring at her with intense eyes.Marquess Evans was a stoic figure who supported the Imperial Family, especially the Crown Prince.He has a strong presence and a well-established family with no scandals.However,Verena understands how much he values his three sons who were sent to war in the past.Even the youngest, who was only 15 year
[Frederick Dukedom]When Duke Frederick heard Verena's statement from across the table, the cup in his hand trembled."...... The Emperor.. killed the previous Duke, my father..?"Verena gently nodded her head as he asked with wide eyes."I'm sure it is a disappointing news but I have all the evidence you required."She said, gesturing to the papers that was placed on the round white table infront of him.Of course, when the Duke was confronted with the harsh reality, he was speechless to the point of being unable to speak.Frederick Dukedom is a powerful family in the Elysian Empire.The previous Duke, on the other hand, was not very fond of the Emperor. Due to various issues involving the citizens' funds, the Duke expressed his displeasure in a manner that enrages the Emperor.The Duke was assassinated the next day, and his son, the current Duke, took his place.His son saw his father as a man who was both gentl
"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