Rosalie felt embarrassed and averted her gaze. Just then, a voice announced Nine’s arrival. Derivis frowned slightly before extending his hand to Rosalie.     “May I have this dance, my lady?”     Rosalie sighed and placed her hand in his, trying to ignore the presence of Bianca and Sarnon nearby. Glancing…

    The word “grand noble” metaphorically referred to a house that overwhelmed everything, becoming a powerful and influential family to the point where no one dared to challenge them both in wealth and honor.     “But sister, I heard that Her Majesty the Empress invited you to the palace.”     Rosalie feigned indifference after seeing…

    That grin made Rosalie realize that he was planning something.     “All you need to do is to promise me.”     A bet was a bet, so Rosalie could only sigh and agree. At that moment, Derivis stood beside her with a satisfied, predatory expression.     ⊱⊱⊱────── {.⋅ ✧✧✧ ⋅.} ──────⊰⊰⊰     Rosalie let…

    In the solitude of the prayer room, Radinis massaged his left arm. It bore an unhealed wound that throbbed with discomfort.     ⊱⊱⊱────── {.⋅ ✧✧✧ ⋅.} ──────⊰⊰⊰     Derivis unceremoniously removed the robe that covered his face as they climbed into the carriage together.     “We’ve investigated everyone related to the Eastern Forest and…

    Rosalie traced the map with her fingertips. The spot her gaze landed on was to the north of the capital’s outskirts, where Nine had hidden the proof of her corruption.     “We may be a little late, but it’s time to start moving.”     Their activities had been delayed due to the unexpected monster…

    “My goodness, who gave you so many gifts?”     While asking, Bianca recalled the necklace Rosalie had received from Derivis in the salon.      “No way… His Highness?!”     Bianca, exploding with curiosity and wonder, got ahead of herself even before Rosalie could reply.     “Shh, Bianca.”     It was not a topic to…

    “Would it pique your interest if I told you that this isn’t the first time someone’s soul has switched?”     “…I’m not sure what you’re talking about, but go on.”     Finally getting the desired reaction, Rondun wore a satisfied smile.     “A magician’s lifespan is significantly longer than that of a human. You…

    Five days later, Rosalie returned to the mansion in the capital. Emma and Martin, having heard the news, rushed out to greet her and were moved to tears upon seeing her. The journey had taken longer than expected, inflating their worries to immense proportions.     As Rosalie stood in front of the mansion, she…

    “Mom said that the Duchess defeated the wyverns for us! Is it true? How can I become as strong as the Duchess?”     The child, still brimming with energy, bounced around as he asked. Rosalie couldn’t help but smile at the pure joy radiating from him.     “Just listen to your mom, eat well,…

    Rosalie lay on the bed forcibly but couldn’t fall asleep and just ended up staring endlessly at the ceiling. Eventually, she got up from the bed.     As she headed back to the room where Derivis was, she came face to face with Nathan, who had been standing in front of the door. Nathan,…

    “Cut down the fallen wyverns!”      At Aaron’s command, the knights charged at the wyverns that had crashed to the ground without hesitation.     Amidst the swirling dust and chaos, Derivis, who had been calmly holding a sword in his hand, wrapped his legs in auror and leaped into the air without a moment’s…

    A voice softer and gentler than usual called out to Rosalie. Hesitating briefly, she slowly approached him.     “Only because it’s cold….”     Even she thought that it was a lame excuse. Drawn to the night sky, Rosalie found herself wandering outside aimlessly, ending up in Derivis’s embrace.     Derivis cautiously pulled Rosalie closer…

    Rosalie swiftly left in response to Aaron’s clever actions. Then, she noticed Derivis petting his horse.      “It’s better to take a break. Tomorrow is another tough day.”     “Are you feeling tired?”      “Not really.”     Although she didn’t feel tired right now, she knew she needed some rest, considering the upcoming schedule….

    “What’s this?”     “It’s a certificate for the reward money put forth for the Count of Amins.”     “…You came to deliver this yourself?”     Usually, a servant from the palace would deliver such things. However, Derivis put down the cloth he was using to wipe Rosalie’s face and smiled faintly.     “It’s a…

    Rosalie and Erudit sat on a couch in Countess Seth’s reception room. Rosalie usually didn’t bring many servants around, but a few servants from the Duchy’s household stood behind the sofa where the two were seated today.     Soon, the door to the reception room opened, and Moiron entered.     “Hello, Duchess.”     “It’s…

    “…The Duchess’s overly cautious nature seems to cloud her judgment, preventing her from properly judging the stone bridge ahead.”     “I wouldn’t do that.”     Rosalie’s confident and firm reply caused Nine to unfurl her fan and cover her mouth. It was to hide her trembling lips, which were quivering with anger.      “I’ll…