“Mother?” Ashriel asked as she rested her head on her luxurious sofa inside her office. Olive and Xieaniel took care of Teb’s body and the other Quislings and the rest did their usual job.
“Your birthday’s in two months.” Lady Chalier started and Ashriel pressed her hand on her temple, fully aware of her mother’s next words. “When will you go home here at Thrascias?” She asked firmly. Bull’s eyes.
Ashriel sighed and transferred her eyes to her file-filled folders. “Next month, I guess mother.”
“Next month?!” She fumed. Ashriel pulled her ear away from her phone and brought it back. “You’re turning legal and that night will be your Coronatio
“Lady?” Oriana asked softly as Olive gently tied the bandage on Oriana’s palm. “Hmm?” “Can I sit beside you on the plane? I mean-“ “Sure.” Olive cut her and smiled slyly. “Did you two fight?” Hearing her remarks, Oriana felt the heat rising on her cheeks as she nodded slowly. “How on earth did I do that to him?! I’m really out of my mind!”Oriana whispered to herself, feeling hopeless. “H-How did you know?” Oriana stuttered. “You two act differently, you’re not with him right now, and you asked me if you can sit beside me. What else could it mean? If you two did not fi
After taking off, Oriana checked the fuel log to ensure that the fuel burn matched the flight plan. Nathan also did the gross error checks. Their attention transferred from the buttons in front of them to the metal door that opened. “Flying light?” Ashriel asked, holding a tray in her hands with three cups of coffee. “It’s not a commercial flight, but we will be flying red-eyed.” She kicked the door closed and walked towards the two, and gave their coffees. “Thank you, Your Highness,” Oriana said shyly. “Also, for letting me operate.” Ashriel opened the lid of her golden cup and smelled the freshly brewed coffee. Nathan did the same. “I just did what’s best for everyone. That’s a leader’s responsibility.&r
“Your Highness, please look up.” Click! “Your Highness, please look here.” Click! “Boy, toss the trail!” Click! “Prepare the helicopter!” “The boat! The boat!” “Where are the flowers!” “Faster, retouch her makeup!” “Her hair!” “Cool Her Highness! Wipe her sweats!” The people ran back and forth faster than lightning. Flashes from different cameras in different angles blinded her eyes. The people panic
“Boss! Happy, happy birthday!” “Your Highness, happy birthday! Pardon our intrusion, but we have no time left.” “Young Master, the dawn has cracked. Please get up.” Ashriel sat in surprise at the deafening thunder-voice of the four-woman who barged in her room before the rooster even crow. She didn’t even have time to open her mouth when the four carried her, and Venice quickly undressed her when they reached her massive, luxurious bathroom. Tory clapped her hand three times, and Ashriel’s eyes widened and covered her body when the door banged open. Countless maids entered with various bath essentials. “W-Where did they come from?!”Ashriel asked to herself, amused.  
Ashriel stood in front, where everyone could see her properly. The symbols on her long trail and her cold eyes made everyone shiver. The buzzing crowd became silent when Ashriel opened her mouth to speak. “I believe everyone of you is aware of the indelible incident that took place five years ago. Aside from my birthday and Coronation Day, this day marks the death of the former Ruler, Meredith Eleanor Theupholis La Elora, and thousands of people who surrendered and who fought until their last breath. Being the Ruler is not something to joke about. Now, as the official Ruler of the Two Great Empires of Aparctias and Thrascias, I pray that God would give me the wisdom to carry out the responsibilities I need to fulfill and promises that I should then be made.” The crowd remained silent as they listened to Ashriel’s speech. As nobles, they were all used to lis
“Seriously? You even found yourself an enemy?” Leon said, still holding Oriana’s waist. Oriana frowned. “What?” He asked as his eyebrow raised. “Colonel, why did you say that?” Oriana tried to remove Leon’s grip, but he held her tightly. “Which part? You being a part of the Norton family or your family being restored?” “Both. I told you not to make my hope rise.” Oriana paused. She was about to say something but shut it back, knowing that Leon would only use her words against her. “Do I really have to explain things to you, Oriana? You’re not a toy.” His tone suddenly changed. Oriana remained still, and
After meeting with Chaster, Ashriel walked through her favorite garden, where Nathan waited. Reaching the massive door, the four huge guards bowed and opened the door for her.“Make sure no one enters.” She commanded and walked in.“Yes, Your Highness.”As she entered, the same breeze and view that usually greeted her felt different. That is because this time, Nathan was there, standing under Ashriel’s favorite Sakura tree, waiting for her arrival.“The ocean’s beautiful tonight,” Nathan commented and looked at her with a big smile as Ashriel slowly walked towards him. “But you’re beauty is different.”“Tsk. Why do you compliment me so much today?” Ashriel sulks and stands beside him. “Though it was nighttime, the ocean surely is beautiful. It looks more beautiful now than it did before.” She closed her eyes and felt the cold breeze.&
"Hey, twin, our baby's girl's fascinating, eh?" Natsuki pinched Ashriel's cheeks and aimed to ruffle her hair when two strong hands held his hand. "Don't you dare." Lady Chalier and Venice warned with their blazing eyes glaring at him. "Ha-Ha. Y-Yes, mother." He trembled and took his hand from them. "There, there, look at the camera now, my babies," Emmette said. The three frowned. "What?" "1,2,3!" Click! After how many clicks and poses, Ashriel let her parents go down but took her siblings' hands. "Call the Cadre. Let's take a group picture. Including the four." Natsuki and Venice's eyes widened with her words. They hesitated and exchanged glances with each other dumbfoundedly, but Ashrie