Crash!The large wooden door slammed open, and Amanda immediately pushed Illarion away from her. However, the tall man stood firm like an immovable stone, though his expression darkened instantly."Mother, I've been looking for you everywhere!" exclaimed the little child with a flushed face and sweat-drenched black hair. "Whoa, this palace is so big, I almost got lost!" Max complained but looked incredibly excited about the experience of exploring the palace he had just obtained.Amanda was about to leave the bed, but Illarion held his wife's waist immediately."What are you looking for, Max?" the black-haired man asked the young boy who was still standing in front of the door."Can't you sleep in your room, Max?" Amanda asked simultaneously with Illarion.Max was not so focused that he didn't notice his father hugging his mother from behind. The little child was mesmerized by the large room with its all-black ambiance. 'This room is so cool!'Max ran and jumped onto the bed, just lik

"Am I not jealous of other women?" The black-haired man looked very disappointed. "Does Amanda never love me?""Leave me alone with Amanda right now," Illarion ordered the other three people in the room.Soon, Duke Gree, Hang Gari, and finally, Princess Hera bid farewell with curiosity. But refusing Illarion's command now seemed impossible, as the Black Emperor seemed to be harboring anger.Before closing the door, Princess Hera glanced worriedly at Amanda. 'Will that girl be okay? My brother wouldn't just kill the woman he loves, right?'Once the door was closed, Illarion lifted Amanda's chin immediately, urging his wife to look into his dark eyes. "Is that what you want? Me marrying another woman? Aren't you even a little jealous of me, Amanda?" Illarion asked, pressing his pride. 'I even want to gouge out the eyes of anyone who looks at you with immoral intentions.'Their love languages were indeed very different. Illarion Black with his possessiveness, while Amanda White with her

Amanda kissed Illarion's cheek gently as the man's hand wandered back to her body. "I think Max is looking for me now, Lord Illarion Black. He needs to be reminded to shower and have breakfast, and Princess Hera will discuss her education and lessons with me," Amanda said, gripping Illarion's hand tightly to prevent it from roaming her body again.Illarion appeared disappointed. "Very well, coincidentally, I also want to discuss that," Illarion finally said.The royal family gathered in the dining room that morning, enjoying a luxurious meal. Although it felt excessive, the servants would typically enjoy the leftovers. It was a common practice in that era."Regarding Max, I want him to attend St. Benedict's school if you agree, Amanda. Additionally, he will receive knight training during his school breaks," Illarion suggested, looking into his wife's purple eyes. He initiated the conversation after breakfast.Amanda gazed at Max from a distance. Her son was practicing wooden swordplay

Amanda just nodded, too shocked and still holding onto Max. The little child, on the other hand, tried to free himself."Who is that? I will punish them for startling my mother!" Max threatened and intended to follow Mathilda to find out who threw the stone."Max!" Duke Gree exclaimed, restraining the little child. "My wife will severely punish her.""Her? Who is 'she'?" Max asked, becoming more curious.Thomas Gree let out a heavy sigh as he looked at Amanda. "It's not important. I believe your rooms are ready," Duke Gree said, indicating that he didn't want to discuss it further and redirected their attention.The nobleman then called a servant to escort Amanda and Max to their rooms. However, a piercing scream deafens their ears, causing Amanda and Max to startle again. Duke Gree's forehead furrowed with displeasure. "Mad child!" the nobleman muttered."What's happening?" Amanda asked. "Is Dutchess Gree alright?"Duke Gree smiled awkwardly. "Don't worry about it, Amanda. Please fol

"Who?""Duke Alantoin Son, Ignatius Alantoin. Fortunately, that playboy was also sentenced to death by the Black Emperor along with his father, who was a loyal supporter of Queen Minerva," Mathilda replied angrily. "He is the flesh and blood of a man who opposes the Black Emperor."Amanda stared sharply at Mathilda. "Did you forget? My father is also a distant relative of Queen Minerva."Mathilda immediately choked. She, who had wanted to make Amanda understand why she treated Kaliya that way, felt attacked instead. Amanda immediately refuted Duchess Gree's statement."She is still a child. She is innocent, especially since she is your daughter's child, Duchess. She is your granddaughter-.""She is the reason my weak daughter died while giving birth! Her father deceived my daughter so that she would give up her virginity. My daughter, who never met anyone outside of wedlock, was left alone by that damn man! Even though my daughter insisted on giving birth to her child, even though her