Im not sure what caused him to get angry, but the Emperors crimson eyes flared up.
Duchess, you get comfortable quickly, dont you?
Well. I quickly moved my hands back and recovered my forced smile.
Even without the Third Princes words, there was still sothing I needed to clear up.
And that is, I am at no fault!
Although it was rude of to have not recognized you that day, I did nothing wrong to deserve such criticism. I maintained order, did not abuse my power, and even shared my food. That was it.
That shouldnt be all, though? I definitely saw
What?
Argh, he stopped his sentence midway again, and I barely managed to overco the frustration that flared up within .
However, I would be better off trying to please the Emperor than incurring his wrath.
Yes. I was foolish enough to not have recognized you, and I even hurt you. I apologize, as Ive only stayed in the villa and rarely t others besides those in this mansion.
Busy reminiscing the late Duke?
After asking the question, the Emperor suddenly stopped in realization. The other princes shot him a puzzled look, and the corner of his eye twitched.
Well, anyway. Ill acknowledge that this was a misunderstanding.
***
Thank you, Your Majesty.
Why did he act so generous while saying those words?
But anyway, it looks like I have safely overco this hurdle.
If only I had a handkerchief with to wipe the sweat off my forehead.
Though I tried my best to act calmly, my legs were trembling as I remained seated.
Duchess, heres a handkerchief.
Ah, thank you, Your Highness.
Haniel was blessed to still have a brother like him.
Even the smallest act of kindness felt heartwarming at this mont. My hands reached out hesitantly as I looked at the handkerchief that the Third Prince, Peyton, offered. But before I could take it, an unfamiliar and terrifying sound tore through the air.
SHRIING.
He did not tell to not take it, nor did he stop Peyton from giving it to .
My hands froze as the Emperors shimring golden sword pointed at . Peyton froze, and the Fourth Princes expression turned desperate.
Brother, be careful! Nothings certain as of now.
Tenon!
Though Peyton looked at Tenon in reproach and gave an apologetic look, there was no way I could have missed it.
Why would soone like be offered a mans handkerchief?
Thankfully, my cold sweat that dripped onto the table had thoroughly dried up.
Anyway, Im thankful that we were able to resolve all of our misunderstandings. Should I return ho to reflect upon myself?
Resolve?
The Emperors thick eyebrows wrinkled.
I cannot distinguish the truth from flawless lies.
Otherwise, why would my expression falter at his reiteration?
Y-Your Majesty has acknowledged that the incident in the city was caused by my ignorance.
But that was just limited to that specific incident.
What? What else is there then?
Didnt you say so before? You had sothing that you needed to show at the Dukedoms banquet.
That was from ages ago.
I covered my mouth before a cry or a laugh could escape. However, one second thought, if the Emperor were so lenient, he would not be labeled as a tyrant.
Though I couldnt make it, you acted as though you had sothing important to show .
I did?
And if you did not show, you must imdiately offer your head
No! You just said there was no punishnt!
He tapped his finger with a smile as if he had been waiting. His aura was noble for soone who wanted to tear my soul into pieces.
Its good that you rember, Duchess! Now, you should also rember what you were going to show , right?
He slowly raised his chin, as if plotting my downfall.
Now that I scrutinized him, his sharp jawline was definitely the sa one I had seen outside the dessert shop.
You said that I would regret it. I wonder what it is?
Thats
All of their attention was on at that mont.
I would never talk of returning Haniel to them, not over my dead body.
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