“And isn't it about time you could stand up on your own, Crown Princess? When I was your age and became the Crown Princess, I was able to contribute to-… so you-… should- ”
Blah blah blargh.
"Hoa~ m," Fuschia yawn, wildly.
"Your Highness the Crown Princess!" Marchioness Bellrose, one of Her Majesty the Queen's lady-in-waiting snaped at Fuschia. And so does the other lady-in-waiting. Fuschia watched their eyes muscles bulge as if they were about to explode.
If not for the influence of Her Majesty the Queen behind them, they would not have dared to rebuke a Crown Princess who had a higher status in the public as it is today.
Clink! Her Majesty the Queen put down the cup quite loud. It is a sign.
"Really. What's wrong with you, Crown Princess?" Asked the Queen with a worried face as if she cared. Not like Fuschia doesn’t know that the Queen was irritated.
'Madame Bellrose and the Queen's other ladies-in-waiting. They were the ones who burned my tongue with hot iron in prison by the order of the Queen even when I didn't do anything wrong! They also the one who gave my baby rotten milk, how dare they!' Fuschia curses them hard internally.
Her glares soften as a smile start to bloom.
"Ah, pardon my impudence, Your Majesty the Queen. It looks like I still need time to recover. But having received an invitation from your esteemed Majesty the Queen, how dare I refuse? Under any circumstances I still have to attend, isn’t that correct?" Fuschia’s warm smile shutting their mouths tightly.
It was no secret that Her Majesty the Queen didn't like Fuschia because she came from a political rival family. Even when Hayden and Fuschia got engaged, she still arranged a meeting between Hayden and her niece, Eden Callilarie. With the hope that Hayden like Eden instead and throw Fuschia away. But Hayden still chooses Fuschia every time it happens. And thanks to the support of the King himself, Fuschia was chosen to be the Crown Princess.
At that time, Fuschia believes that Hayden loves her so much. Not knowing that all of it was an evil plot.
'Euw... it’s disgusting when I remember that I used to have a nerve battle with Lady Eden for the Crown Princess’s position. If I knew what a jerk Hayden was, it might be better if I gave in to her,'
But the rice has become porridge.
'Well, if I can't die in this world, should I just become a villainess as they claimed me to be? After all, it's not that hard to become a villainess,”
Fuschia walked away quite fast out of Her Majesty the Queen's residence. She didn't want to be there any longer or, her mood will suffer. Laura and Sophie, who were following Fuschia, were starting to look exhausted. Her reckless steps caught the attention of the people in the palace.
Perhaps because her mind was in a state of confusion, Fuschia didn't walk toward her residence, but instead to Rosemary Garden. A rose garden that dates back to the founding of the Drachentia Kingdom. Even its name was taken from the name of the first Queen of the Kingdom. Incidentally, Fuschia and Hayden have visited this garden quite often to walk together since childhood. And it looks like that habit carried over even after Fuschia returned from the past.
'Shit! Have I been too domesticated by Hayden?!'
She was determined not to fall in love with Hayden since she first became Fuschia. Because she knows Hayden's destiny is with Sarah, the main female character in this book.
She tried hard to change the storyline. But because of her naivety, she fell in love with Hayden. The bastard who deceived his own wife to sleep with another man!
'Waw, it’s such a dilemma. I want to kill them all in the most tragic way. But my conscience forbids it. Because they haven't done me anything now! Oh really, I'd rather die than to live with a trash heart like this.” Fuschia sigh.
The wind blew gently, combing her long loose hair.
'I could have slit my own throat. But because I'm a coward, I can't do it with my own hands. It's a different story if I was killed. But with such tight protection, who would dare to kill me? Shit.'
When the wind blew harder, the fragrant scent of roses came crashing into her nose. For a moment, only for a moment, Fuschia smiled.
"We are going back to Jasmine Palace," said Fuschia.
She had not even taken her steps yet, she stopped because she heard the sound of a baby's babble mixed with a crunchy laugh from across from where she was standing. Fuschia observed the tiny baby in the arms of one of the ladies in that group.
“Your Royal Highness the Crown Princess, she is Lady Almaren of Count Gustavv's Family who just gave birth a few months ago. She is the wife of the Knight Leader of the second squad who helped eradicate monsters alongside the Crown Prince's entourage. Next to her are Miss-… and Miss-… they are coming-…” Laura's whisper did not reach Fuschia's ears as her gaze was drawn to the figure of a tiny baby.
Fuschia approached the group.
"Ehem." When Sophie cleared her throat, Lady Almaren's party turned their heads and immediately curtsied.
"Greetings to the little moon of the Drachentia Kingdom, Your Highness the Crown Princess, may Lord Drachen always bless your day."
"Thank you. You may rise."
"Your Highness, it is such an honor for us to meet you. Wow, you're so beautiful,” Said a lady beside Lady Almaren, her gaze sparkling.
"Yes, thanks.” Fuschia blushed, and her blushed face managed to sweep away the distress of those around her. Not only men, but women also admire the beauty of Fuschia's face.
From the start, Fuschia did have a beautiful, radiant face that made anyone who looked at her feel at peace.
"Hmm, if you don't mind, can I... carry your baby?"
"What?"
Fuschia's request took everyone by surprise, especially Lady Almaren, who was immediately nervous.
"O-of course, Your Highness." Miss Almaren loosened her arms. Then, with the help of a female servant who was quite old, the baby girl moved into Fuschia's arms.
Fuschia's heart skipped a beat. She felt the emotional pressure in her chest was slowly exploding. Like fireworks in the night sky. As she embraced the baby's soft, delicate body, she missed her own baby even more.
She almost cried.
“She's… so cute.” Fuschia's beaming face while playing with the baby girl in her arms is really charming. Everyone who witnessed the scene seemed to be drowning in a pile of flower petals.
"How extraordinary, Your Highness. She looks happy in your arms, even though usually she will cry when someone else hugs her.” Said Lady Almaren, her cheeks soaring high with joy.
“Is that so? Does it mean she knows that I like her?"
"What an honor for our family, Your Highness,"
“Lady Almaren, if you have time, please visit Jasmine Palace with your baby girl. Let's get acquainted."
"Ye-yes, Your Highness. My Pleasure," Miss Almaren blushed excitedly.
At least this way, Fuschia could have her own friends apart from the people Hayden had purposely introduced them to her. She didn't want her world to be grounded by Hayden in his protective shield, again.
Fuschia's steps became calmer on her way back to the Jasmine Palace. Along the way, she encountered several other nobles who bowed to her. Fuschia remembers the faces of the people who mocked her while she was on the execution stage. And mostly they are there at the presences.
They were trash aristocrats who toss their crimes at an innocent Fuschia.
'Right! I already live again as Fuschia, so I have a chance to meet my baby again! I'm going to make my baby! And this time, I'm going to protect him no matter what happened until we grow old together!' Fuschia clenched her hands tightly.
Albertus, the butler at the Jasmine Palace, greeted Fuschia with the utmost respect. Fuschia frowned at Albertus's pretentious look with his annoying smile. However, she immediately fixed her expression. She didn't want Albertus to become suspicious of her and report it to Hayden.
Because it was Albertus who planted false shreds of evidence at the Jasmine Palace to overthrow Fuschia according to Hayden's orders.
'There are so~ many crazy people around me, huh.'
“Your Highness the Crown Princess, there is good news for you. The Crown Prince's troops are already on their way back to the Capital. It is estimated that they would arrive in two days"
Thump!
'Ah. So you finally come home, Hayden.'
Fuschia flashed her most beautiful smile that melted everyone around. Little did they know what that smile meant.
“What wonderful news, Your Highness the Crown Princess. How about you prepare a surprise banquet for the return of His Highness the Crown Prince and his entourage?” Sophie suggested happily. Ah, that's right. In the past, I spent days putting together a surprise banquet for Hayden. Decorating the Crown Prince's palace with flowers with my household budget. Even to the point of inconveniencing the Chef of the Jasmine Palace because I want to learn how to bake a cake myself. At that time I thought I had done something that should be praised by my husband. But now I understand how stupid I was. The next day, Hayden told me that he finished my cake. But I'm sure, he must have thrown the cake away. The cake I made on my own with his happiness in mind. Dammit. Now that I know my efforts are wasted, I don't have to grind to get his attention anymore. Hmph! “Surprise banquet? Hmm… that is such a great idea, Sophie. As expected of you” By my side, Sophie smile
There is a subtle tension in the air. Both Fuschia and that guard refused to back down. Fuschia hates this situation, even more, when she clearly remembers that when there is Hayden's presence, they do not dare to act this way to her.“But, where are your guards, Your Highness?” This one guard is quite observant.“Is he one of Hayden's people? Shit. How many of Hayden's men are in this castle alone?!”“Hmm... it turns out that they are doing their job so well that you don't even notice them. My bodyguard observes us from their hiding spot. What? You don't think that I, a Crown Princess, am walking around alone without bodyguards, do you?”“Of course not, Your Highness. You… can enter. Please, next time bring your permit badge.” Asked that one guard with respect.Finally, they opened the door. The sound of the door creaking echoed throughout the room. The cold air of the large empty roo
“Greetings to the little moon of the Drachentia Kingdom, Your Highness the Crown Princess, may Lord Drachen always bless your day.” Said the man, Fuschia blinking fast before returning to her graceful form.“May Lord Drachen bless your day.” Fuschia squinted.“Ah, I’m sorry I was late in introducing myself. My name is Elysian Houwret von Bellrose, third son of Marquise Bellrose, I am a librarian in charge.”“He's the son of Marchioness Bellrose, ha! The child of the woman who poisoned my baby, who also burn my tounge! Damn it, why didn't I know that Marchioness Bellrose's son was the librarian? If he tells his mom about my presence here, it would be disastrous. Should I just bribe him using money? Or should I threatening him? Argh, what should I do?!”“Yes, nice to meet you.” Fuschia replied calmly, while Elysian was surprised.Anxious Fuschia began to cover the books and ne
Fuschia clench her fist as Elysian began to talk.“That story… really intriguing. Where did you hear that story, Your Highness?”“Nah, it’s just from a romantic novel I read. So, just tell me, what kind of magic does the husband used?”“Well, I think there’s no magic involvement in this case.”“Impossible! Then what about when she slept with another man who had her husband's face? Isn't the wife being tricked with magic like hypnosis?”“What is hypnosis, Your Highness? That’s the first time I heard that word.” Elysian face look troubled. He became restless.“Ah! Are there no hypnosis in this world?” Fuschia drummed the table,“Hypnosis is a kind of magic to manipulate human brain. So the victim always obeys when they asked to do something. Like being controlled. Like being a puppet. That's why the wife feels that sh
Someone once visited me in the dungeon on the day I was sentenced to death. I didn't see her figure because I was too focused on feeling sorry for myself. But I remember what she said,“Your burden feels heavy because you are so weak. Be a strong person, then your burden will feel light. Even though my words are of no use to you now, I hope you can go as a strong person.” She said.“Who is she, by the way? I don't have any friends who are willing to visit me in that shabby dungeon. Hmm?”In this life, it would be nice if I could become friends with that person.I came back from daydreaming. And like the life of a princess in fairy tales, the servants rushed over to serve me right after I woke up. Washing my face, choosing a dress for the day, bringing food, combing my hair and so on. This luxury used to make me complacent. But this time was different. I will not succumb to luxury.And I hate to size up what bad inte
After dismissing her chambermaid unilaterally, Fuschia stuck in her room all day. Her apparent reason is that there are no servants to serve her needs such as changing clothes, grooming, and so on. For that reason, she missed the tea banquet’s invitation from Lady Bellrose – the second daughter of Marquess Bellrose. Of course, Lady Bellrose was furious even though she did not show it.Fuschia not even sent an apology gift to the Bellrose residence for her absence. This made other nobles present question their relationship.“That’s how it is, Your Highness. Wouldn't it be better if you sent a gift to Lady Jasmine Bellrose?” Albertus shows concern.“Hmm... what kind of gift is appropriate as an apology?” Asked Fuschia, her eyes still focused on the book she was reading at the moment.Her finger drummed the table rhythmically.“What about the pink ruby earrings that are being auctioned right now?&rdquo
“Your Highness, Albertus greet the little moon of the Drachentian kingdom.”“Oh Albertus, come in. And you guys… apparently are still sitting relaxed, huh?” Fuschia crossed her legs and smirk.“We have to get going to carry out orders, Your Higness. May the Lord Drachen protect you.” Sophie and Laura left Fuschia's room.Now, the only ones in the room are Fuschia, Merri and Albertus who are smiling warmly.Merri handed the financial record to Fuschia. The book is long and big but still quite light because it has only been filled with a few sheets. Albertus's eyes followed every movement of the book until it was on Fuschia's hands.“Sit down, Albertus.”Albertus was quite surprised. This was the first time a noblewoman had asked him to sit on the same level. Albertus stared. As if he didn't know what to do, Fuschia called out his name.“Hurry up, Albertus. I don't want my hea
Fuschia blinked repeatedly. Seems like her eyes are playing tricks.“Elysian? Is that you who hold my fall?”“Yes, Your Highness. Are you all right?” Elysian asked worriedly.“Impossible. What was that earlier? I see a blonde hair man right in front of my eyes!” Fuschia studied Elysian's hair more closely, but it was still dark brown, a trademark of the Bellrose family.“Haa... was that so shocking that I start hallucinating?”“What did you just do, Mr. Bellrose?” Albertus' voice sounded like a warning, which made Elysian release his grip from Fuschia's arm.“Shut up, Albertus. This gentleman just helped me. He was better than the servants here who were busy taking care of themselves. You're no different.” Fuschia retorted, then adjusted her posture.“Thank you Mr. Bellrose, please return to your position.” Asked Fuschia while smiling
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"Where are you going, sir bastard?"Without hesitation, Merri engulfed Raymon's body with her smoldering blue flames.“AAAAAAHHHHH!” Raymon writhed in pain while screaming hysterically; then, his body was kicked by the grande monster.Merri smirked as she looked down at Raymon, who was flipping like a dying fish.Merri thought, 'Look, how easy it is to crush that bastard. If I were stronger since long ago, then Milady and my life wouldn't be this messed up.'"Merri?! What are you doing here?" Fuschia approached Merri, looking happy at the top of a tree.“Milady! I did it! I burn that bastard!”“Gre- great job, girl. But don't push yourself as you're still recovering, Merri."“Of course! Hahahaha, this is fun. What about you, milady? Uh? Your head is bleeding!” Merri almost jumped from her position to get closer to the flying Fuschia.That made Fuschia flustered. But then Fuschia calmed Merri down. “Calm down. I already drank that potion.”"Ah! The magic medicine, of course!”Fuschia s
Fuschia stared at the man in front of Madame Luxor warily. "Commander Hugh?"She recognized the man before as The Knight Commander of Drachentia, Hugh Connor of the Count Connor Family.Dylan frowned wryly then spoke in a low voice, "I should have made sure you died in my hands."The knight commander Hugh bowed his head as he faced Fuschia. He didn't raise his head as he spoke.“I… had time to come to the Crestine Hall. There I met Lady Laura and the survivors. Then I… learned the truth from her. So please, allow me to atone for my sin of stupidity, Your Highness.”Fuschia knew Hugh Connor as a knight loyal to the kingdom. His loyalty is shown by a devotion to the leader. He is known as the 'hunting dog' of the late king who has bitten many nobles or rebels who threaten the power of the late king.Like Hayden and Raymon, he was trained by the late king and the late general commander in swordsmanship. That was why the sword styles of the three were almost the same. So he has a good rel
“FUCHIA!”It was Dylan's voice. He emerged from behind the soldiers."Dylan!" Fuschia immediately raised her legs to shorten the distance between the two.The two of them ran at each other with their arms wide open.Amid a battle between monsters and humans that seemed like it would never end, Dylan and Fuschia hugged each other tightly.The whirlwind of their minds and the erratic beating of their heart were relieved by the familiar scent they breathed in on each other. The tight hug they shared at that time seemed to convey all the tiredness in their hearts and minds.Then, along with a brief kiss they shared, each of them killed the charging monster. Fuschia separates the head of the monster charging at Dylan with her ice saw, while Dylan rips the neck of the monster charging at Fuschia with his sword.Never before seen a romantic and horror moment happen in one frame. So many soldiers thought so and accidentally witnessed the scene.“What's wrong with your sword? Why are they so d