Sibyl’s POVI went back to our yard alone and sat under the vine and began to think.Nuri's going to the south, near the witch's shrine.I have dreamed of that place countless times in my dreams because it is said that my mom came from there.My mom died when I was born, so I had no memory of her, and no one in the palace dared to say her name. It was only when I was 12 that my adoptive mother Meggie whispered a few words about my mother.“I've never met your mom, and I don't know her name. But by the time I came to the palace, she had become a taboo. I only remember that she came from the south, near the witch's Holy Land...”Maybe if I go there, I can find my mother's family, I can know my mother's name.Before I got married, I always planned to escape the palace with my brother after I turned 18, but now that I'm stuck in marriage at Rodriguez Castle, I don't know when I'll be able to fulfill my dream...Wait! If Nuri could take me with him...The idea excited me, and my hands trem
Nuri’s POVI was surprised to see Manolo come to my camp.As the only descendant of the mermaid, Manolo seldom shows his face in public, but I saw him twice today.“What's your emergency?” It was dark, and if there was no emergency, I couldn't imagine why he was here.“May I go to the south with you tomorrow?”“Why?” I raised an eyebrow.If Manolo can come with me to find the dragon scale, I won't have to think about bringing my wife.There may be difficulties along the way. I frowned at the memory of her thin body.Manolo smiled. “I've been a recluse for so long, and it's time to go south and find the Chief Witch. I have some doubts and need her to read. You know, as mermaids, we have a rule that we can only predict other people's fates, not our own.”I nodded. “But hasn't the Chief Witch been gone for years?”“Some say she's dead, some say she's in hiding, but I want to find out for myself.”“No problem. You're welcome to join me. If there's anything you need, feel free to ask.”“Si
Sibyl’s POVNuri has been a bit strange these days. He would either force me to ride with him or stay in the carriage with me.He used to be cold to me, but these days he always wants to be with me.If it weren't for his unchanging face, I'd almost think he was possessed by witchcraft.I could only be careful with him and pray in my heart that we would get to our destination quickly.Three days later, when we finally reached Sunset Town, I jumped out of the carriage happily and took a deep breath.Wow, there's a smell of tropical fruit in the air here. Mangoes, pineapples, grapes, and coconuts. Those are all fruits I have seen in the palace but never eaten.“Madam, please take a look at my goods. They are good souvenirs.” An old woman came up with a basket to sell the goods.“Go away, don't come near us,” said Roth, a bearded knight-leader at Nuri's side, impatiently.“Oh, Dear Knight, your wife is so beautiful. Please buy her a pair of rabbit ears,” the old woman said to Nuri.“Rabbi
Sibyl’s POV “You are my wife...”“I can't take it anymore...”My brain is buzzing. The heat of the tub left me with a sense of unreality, Nuri's words haunting my mind.What's he putting up with?Nuri gasped. Every muscle of his body seemed to be supported by the best spears. His shoulders are twice as large as mine. His chest was as broad as an iron plate. The eight-pack abs were so tight that they became smaller at the waist, like the sturdy Jaguar I had seen in the palace.I can't imagine having s.ex with such a strong man. I feel like he could suffocate me at any moment.Leaving the hot water in the tub, my bare skin felt a little cold at night. The weather in the south is a little damp, and I feel a little sticky at the same time.“Relax.” His deep voice made me even more nervous. His rough, warm hands caressed my body. I instinctively raised my hands and tried to push his chest away.But it's futile. He grabbed both of my wrists with one hand and pressed my hands against the pi
Nuri’s POVWhen I got home, Sibyl was still asleep.She was lying in the bed where we made love last night. Her long brown hair lay algae-like on the pillow, her cheeks were rosy and delicate, and her eyelids were visibly swollen from her crying last night.Her swollen eyes were not as pretty as usual.The warm sun shone in through the window, gilding her sweet face with a soft golden light.I sat on the chair across from the bed with a book in my hand. But God knows I can't read a word. My eyes are fixed on Sibyl as she sleeps.After a while, she woke up.She yawned, then wrapped herself in the quilt and laid lazily on the bed. Although her eyelids were swollen from crying, her eyes were still as clear as water. She was lazy and dazed when she first woke up, looking at me blankly.I feel like I can't talk all of a sudden.What am I supposed to say to her?If she regrets what happened last night, will she blame me?She came to her senses and ducked under the covers like a fish, breath
Sibyl’s POVNuri is still as arrogant as ever, but he is not as cold to me as he used to be. He even showed some tenderness when it was just the two of us in the room.I feel more and more relaxed. In this beautiful town in the south, I can get rid of all the worries that used to bother me, and just be a happy 18-year-old girl.Oh, by the way, I found a rule. Every time after s.ex, Nuri likes to cuddle with me, stroking my hair and enjoying something with his eyes closed. He was always gentle at those moments, and he would listen to me quietly and agree with my words.Last night, after having s.ex, I lay meekly in his arms. I pushed his strong chest with my hand. “Can you take me with you tomorrow when you look for the Dragon Scale?”His eyes were still closed, and he looked relaxed. “It's too dangerous. Stay at home. If you're bored, you can ask your maid Amy to go shopping with you. I'll pay for it. When I find the Dragon Scale, I'll bring it back for you.”Oh, he said it again. I f
Sibyl’s POV“Nino has written at least 500 messages about the Dragon Scale, and we need some time to sort them out,” Wayde said, frowning.It would slow down our investigation. The more time we spend identifying information, the less time we have left to find the Dragon Scale.“I can help,” I said. “I know some details about the Dragon Scale. I can sift through the information.”“Really? That's great.” Wayde smiled at me with encouragement and kindness in his eyes.I wanted to help Nuri. I also wanted to prove that I was not a princess who would only slow us down.“How long do you need?” Nuri asked me.“If I worked day and night, I could process the information in two days.”Nuri thought for a moment. “We're in no hurry. You don't have to work at night. I'll give you four days.”“Thank you, that's enough.”We leave Nino's tavern for a restaurant that looks elegant.Manolo said, "This town is said to be famous for its lobsters. Although the purpose of our visit was to investigate the D
Sibyl’s POVIt was late at night, and Nuri didn't come home.According to the rules, he once told me, as his wife, I should wait for him to come home, serve him to change clothes, and shower before going to bed.After Amy, my servant, left, I sat on the blanket-covered sofa, staring at the flickering candle with my chin in my hands.Waiting for my husband was so boring, I sighed. I am not sleepy now, I simply took out a pile of paper recording the Dragon Scale, and then began to read it one by one.As I read, my brows furrowed. Each message seems to be true, but there is something wrong with it. Hundreds of pieces of information are mixed, making it more difficult to distinguish.I took a candle and read the news carefully under it.Everyone claimed to have seen the Dragon Scale, but they saw it at different times and places. There is only one Dragon Scale, and there cannot be so many people who have seen it.The information is too much. Suddenly, a thought crossed my mind: Since I ca
Sibyl’s POVBefore I know it, time is running out like a river. My two children, who began as finger-sucking babies in cradles, can now run around the palace. Perhaps they inherited Nuri's strong physique, and even the quiet little princess Terese was full of energy. The wet nurses had run to follow her but she was not tired at all.Today, after breakfast, I caught them trying to sneak out again."Sit your asses down!" I said sternly.The two little ones made faces and sat back in their chairs.Unexpectedly, the child's father suddenly protested. "Children are young. They are at an active age now. Why should you restrain them?""Have you forgotten what day it is?""What day?" asked Nuri, doubtfully, putting down her cup.I knew it! I took a plate of peeled grapes from him and said, "Selene and Lowa are coming to visit us today. Lowa is bringing her little girl!"Shortly after my children were born, Lowa returned to Werebird kingdom with Manolo. Within two months of their return, I rec
Sibyl’s POVSince the birth of the little prince and Princess, the whole palace has become lively. Nuri's excitement is hard to describe. He immediately declared the young prince, Baron, a crown prince and gave him an estate. However, he is still young and currently lives with his sister in a bedroom in my palace.In order to take care of the two children, Nuri arranged for each of them to have three wet nurses and eight maids. He had even begun to think about their playmates.Carol was even more excited to see them every day. She came in the morning as soon as the sun rose, and left reluctantly after dinner.Now all eyes are on the two children."Our Baron and Terese are very popular. Whose credit is that?"Nuri rocked the cradle and looked at me like a big dog with a face full of praise! I couldn't bear to watch. I picked up Terese, who was munching her fingers, and kissed her soft, white, meaty face."Little Terese, who is your mommy?"The little guy looked at me in a daze and sudd
Roth’s POV"Sibyl... my baby..."Blayze's voice travels in Nuri's ears. His hands were tugging at Nuri's, blood gushing from his mouth, but he did not stop, calling the Queen's name again and again.Beowulf pounced. His broken arm was flailing feebly in the air, and Nuri dropped Blayze to avoid his attack. I climbed over and pulled Blayze aside to sit against the wall."How could she be Azariah? Didn't she die in prison?"Blayze didn't answer my question. He didn't even look at me. He just stubbornly called out the Queen's name. Does this really work? Can we wake the king?"Nuri, wake up! Sibyl is unconscious because of you. She is pregnant with your child! She almost died because of you!" Bellowed Beowulf as he dodged Nuri's attack, shouting Sibyl's name along with Blayze. Tears blurred my vision. I wiped my face and joined them loudly.May the gods protect us. The love between the King and Queen could be the antidote to this disaster.For a moment, the council chamber was filled wit
Selene’s POVThe whole palace was in disarray. The doctors were all called in, and the maids went in and out like ants on a hot pan. Everyone was scrambling to do something, but they didn't know which way to go, because the only hostess was still lying in bed, unconscious."Stay calm. You are all trained. Follow the rules." Nuri's grandmother's voice rose into the night, suppressing the panic. She took the maid's hand and got down from the carriage. She glanced at the maids and the doctors, and everyone she saw lowered their heads."We don't need so many doctors. Those who are not good at delivering babies can go home."When she had finished, some of the doctors, after a moment's hesitation, came forward, saluted, and hurried off.“Amy, divide the maids into three groups. One group will prepare hot water, the other will clean up the delivery room, and the last group will serve the empress at any time. If anything goes wrong, the person-in-charge will be punished!”Amy hurried to assig
Sibyl’s POV"Your Majesty..." Amy hesitated."Are you asking me why I didn't kill her?" I stopped and looked up at the Black Sky, where the moon was shining brightly. The stars twinkled in the sky like jewels on a dress."Maybe the moon is too beautiful tonight. I don't want to spoil my mood."Many innocent souls stayed in the palace. Every brick and tile was soaked in blood, and I did not want to add to it any more.The maid thought she was going to die, too. She closed her eyes and waited for the poison to attack, only to find that the pain she had imagined for a long time had not come. She slowly opened her eyes tentatively and looked at me hesitantly."Ah..." when she opened her mouth to speak, she found herself unable to make a sound."I took your voice," I motioned to Amy with my eyes. Amy handed her a bag of gold coins. "This is my compensation to you. I will still keep my promise to you. You can leave the palace tonight. I will let you continue your life as a commoner."With t
Sibyl’s POVThe evening party went on as planned. On the rows of brass candlesticks, carefully carved candles burned brightly, illuminating the faces of each visitor. The scent of ladies' perfumes filled the air, and expensive jewelry glowed in the owner's hair, earlobes, and neck. Everyone smiled and complimented each other."What an elegant crowd." I stood in the shade outside the door and looked at the nobles in the ballroom. "If I hadn't seen the fierce faces of the jealous ladies and the greed of the men in calculating the wealth of the common people, if I hadn't seen the despicable ways in which ministers use their power to do evil," I paused, i turned to Amy. "This is heaven, isn't it?"Amy looked at me in silence, and I knew the question frightened her. How can the nobles be so easily judged? Most people would think so. Nuri still had a long way to go. If he did not change the concept that everyone feared the nobles as much as the gods, the new nobles that he supported now wou
Sibyl’s POVLowa shifts into a giant bird. I sat on her back and soon saw Aphrodite's palace. With no intention of slowing down, she dived straight for the palace door, causing the maids at the door to scream. I walked to the door with a sullen face. Lowa shaved her feathers and shifted back to being a sexy lady.Not surprisingly, there was another shriek from the maids, and several of them had collapsed to the ground. I saw a familiar face among the maids, whose name I can't quite remember, Anna or something. On Aphrodite's first day at court, I met the maid.She's not doing very well. No, rather badly. She was not a pretty girl, but she was impressive, and now her hair was as yellow as a weed, and her figure was unusually dry. The once beautiful eyes also lost their love of life like a pool of stagnant water.She felt my gaze and looked up at me quickly. Her eyes sparkled, but soon became dull. She changed in an instant. When I blinked and looked at her again, she was still lifeless
Sibyl’s POV"Nuri is exaggerating." Selene looked at the room full of clothes and sighed. "So many clothes. Even if there were a few more of you, you would never wear them all!"I looked at the rows of clothes, heart half sweet half trouble. Nuri is in love with me, but, as my sister said, I really do not have time to wear every piece of clothing again. Looking at so many beautiful clothes that I have no chance to wear them, it makes me feel very wasteful."These are all new. Do you like any of them? If you don't mind, just take the ones you like!" I said to Selene. When Lowa heard this, her face darkened and she looked at me angrily. "You have a real sister, and have you forgotten about me? You are so biased!"Selene looked at me awkwardly, worried that something might happen between me and Lowa, and I patted her hand. I smiled at her and said, "She's just kidding!" I turned to Lowa and rolled my eyes at her. "Why are you teasing her? Come on, I'll give you all the clothes in this ro
Nuri’s POV"What's all this?" Beowulf asked as he casually flipped through the notes on my desk. He gave me a smirk. I looked down and coughed."How come I don't remember us getting so close?" His tone was too casual and intimate, as if we had known each other for more than a decade, which made me very uncomfortable. He is the king of the land of the Bears. While I respect him as a hero, that doesn't mean my social distance from him can become intimate. But he didn't seem to feel that way at all."My wife is your wife's sister, and we are brothers, a family! We know each other like the back of my hand!" He took another book from the shelf, he exclaimed, "I always thought that you were an ambitious hero. You spent all your energy on running the country. I can't imagine that you're actually a nanny!"My bookshelf is lined with books on children, medical and educational, from infants to teenagers. On the desk are several thick notes that I have made. These are all the questions I ask doc