Chapter 9 Ive met a real beast (2)

Translator Zimming

The moment the word Daughter-in-law came out, Marquis Hamel, as well as myself, froze with embarrassment.

It was too disparate of a word to come out of the wild beasts mouth.

Your Majesty, its because Her Highness first insulted our family

Then Marquis Hamel was unable to speak. The sword of the emperor touched his wrist.

Why did this wretched hand move?

That..

Were you were going to give the Crown Princess a slap?

No, no

Are you lying?

The sharp blade flashed dangerously. Apparently, Marquis Hamel tried to hit me. Because I was the Crown Princess, and there was an emperor beside him, he stopped his hand.

I couldnt see them properly because the blade was flashing in front of my eyes. Suddenly, the emperors assistant, Collin, approached me.

Your Highness, I think youd better go home for today.

Unlike his cold demeanor, he smiled warmly.

Okay. Ill be on my way.

I bowed down to the emperor and left the room without saying anything. I gave a video to Collin who accompany me off the emperors palace.

What is this?

Its a video of Sir Hamel insulting the Crown Prince and me.

This was a clear indication that he could be guilty of subversion.

It was supposed to be delivered directly to the emperor, but I could trust Collin.

He was the emperors most trusted servant, and knew Tenstheon actually loved Blake.

You actually prepare this?

Colin seemed rather surprised.

I cant just accuse a person without this much evidence.

There was something like this in my previous life. Because of the lacking CCTV footage, the guilty was able to escape the charge. Since then, I have realized the importance of CCTV.

Ill let the emperor know.

Collin bowed politely.

***

Hamel was fired for trying to give Crown Princess a slap in the presence of the emperor. His son also used his position as a chief servant to embezzle the wealth of the imperial family, and was punished for insulting the Crown Prince.

This wasnt the end. Hamel and his family were stripped of their titles and need to do 30 years of hard labor.

The family of the Marquis fell to the ground. But no one could take their side.

If the Emperor had tried to punish the family for the Monstrous Crown Prince, the nobles would have had a reason to protect them.

However, the emperor did not put the crown prince as a reason. He asked only to punish the Hamels who insulted the Crown Prince and despised the imperial family.

The man also tried to give the Crown Princess a slap in front of the emperor, and the son gives a low-handed insult.

Marquis Hamel pretended to be loyal to the emperor, but serve the Duke of Cassil behind him. The emperor pretended not to know, but he must have been thinking about how to punish him.

I handed over the video, which is a sure proof, but it didnt seem to be so simple to get the Emperors attention.

I looked at the clock. Even though it was time for the emperors political affairs to end, there was still no news from the emperor. Youre not going to call me back again today? Are you going to leave Blake alone, as youve done so far?

Of course, I know that the emperor doesnt make this choice because he wants to, but I felt sorry for him.

However, just because the emperor again chose neglect under the guise of indifference, I couldnt just wait like this.

I cant just leave the emperor and Blake like this, theyre still walking down the path of tragedy.

I jumped up from my seat.

Melissa, get me a carriage. Im going to Phillion palace.

Melissa panicked when I said Id go to the emperors palace.

Your Highness, if you would like to see His Majesty, why dont you ask for a permission first?

If I ask him on a formal basis, hell say no.

Its better to just go and find him directly. Even the nobles would think it was just a childs behavior.

Hence, Melissa was forced to prepare the carriage.

We had to use a carriage to move to the Phillion palace. Because, the Crown Princes palace was located in a remote area away from the Emperors Palace, so riding a carriage is a must.

I was trying to get on the carriage, but someone grabbed my hand.

Your Highness

Ancia, where are you going?

He was very upset to learn that I almost got hit by Marquis Hamel on the Imperial Palace. Hell stop me if I say Im going to the Phillion Palace.

Im going to the square for a while.

Lies. Youre going to His Majesty, arent you?

Did you hear my conversation?

Ill be right back.

Ill go with you.

Pardon?

It was the first time Blake said he would come out of the Crown Princes palace. Melissa and Edon seemed surprised as well.

Ill protect you, wife. So if you want to see His Majesty, Ill go with you.

He didnt stop me from going and instead tried protected me. This little boy somehow feels like a reliable husband.

Okay, lets go together.

I smiled and clasped his hand as we climbed onto the carriage.

The emperor loves his son.

As the emperor of the Empire, he cannot call his son to the palace first, but when he visited, he wont reject him.

***

It was the time when the emperors political affairs were over. We rushed straight into the emperors bedroom.

Your Highness, you cant get in.

You dare to defy the Crown Princess?

The servant stood in my way, but when I spoke harshly, he finally withdrew.

Your Highness, You can enter.

I clasped Blakes hand, and opened the emperors bedroom door.

Tenstheon was just about to come out of the bath. His hair was wet alongside his face and body. Even though he covered his lower body with a large towel, he wasnt dressed.

The emperor stood tall and looked down at us. The overwhelming charisma of the red-eyed man lowered my head instantly. Then, my attention was drawn to his perfect muscle.

Wow, I dont know where to direct my eyes. I forgot that I was in a R-19 novel for a moment because I was always with my cute husband.

Whats the matter?

I suddenly came to my senses.

I was distracted by the sight, but I didnt forget my purpose.

First of all, I need to win the Emperors trust. I must make him believe me enough to tell his love for his son. Only then I can act as a bridge between the two naturally.

Praise is the best way to gain trust and favor. Come on. Praise him!

Yo, Your abs are very magnificent.

What did I? Ancia, are you crazy?!

Blake may have been surprised, but he also gave strength to his grip.

No. This cant be it. I need to fix this and get the Emperors favor. Come on.

I-, Im sorry this is my first time seeing a mans body.

Huh?

He was so bewildered that he made the noise unconsciously. Blake was also astonished.

Even the eight-year-old kid thinks my words are ridiculous.

Ah, Im totally screwed.

Your majesty. Tha-, Thats not it. I was embarrassed

Hmm. I dont think youre in a condition to have a conversation today.

He coughed in vain and put on a black gown.

Ill call you soon.

Tenstheons gaze passed me to Blake. A faint longing flashed through the his eyes. I bowed down and go.

Yes, Your Majesty, I will go now.

Lets go.

Blake lowered his head, too. My heart ached when I saw the two.

***

Blakes expression has been dim since he met the emperor.

His father, whom he met for the first time in a long time, threw himself out, and its all because I made a mistake.

Your highness

Id like to take a break and Edon, come here for a moment.

He let go of my hand and went into his bedroom.

Your Majesty, why did you have to take a bath back then? At least wear a gown. But I shouldnt have blamed others.

Your highness, dont worry. Ill see his condition.

Yes, please.