After putting Adrian to bed, Evelyn tried to calm her heart.

Its something that I was hoping for so much that I was mistaken.

Fabians lonely voice lingered throughout. He said his last sentence quietly. Instead, all she did was make him stop talking.

He said that he wanted it so much?

Evelyn couldnt understand. It wasnt in her memory. Was Fabian ever hoping for a child?

Well, the Emperor must have a successor.

It was a simple conclusion. Evelyn had decided not to think more about the man of her past.

More than that, Adrian, today youre really making my heart fall.

Adrian was still young, but he was amazing. Fabians pressure was very hard for an adult to bear, but this child could cling to him, beat him, and even gave him an order.

Thats exactly what Ive been saying all along.

Until now, Adrian was giving orders to everyone.

Me, hug!

Even though he was his own son, but it didnt make any sense at all. Typically the first things a child said were common words, like mom or dad, but why was this child giving command words?

In a sense, you really are his son.

Evelyn spat out a subdued smile when she saw Adrian fell asleep peacefully, and not realized anything about the big incidents that had just happened to him.

But there was also one good thing. Fabian hugged his son, and he didnt realize it.

It was because Fabian was too straight. If they looked at the information about the time when Evelyn asked for a divorce, and the time when Adrian was born, which was known to the public, he would never be Fabians child.

Hes always been a logical person.

Evelyn was very familiar with Fabians character. Thats why she purposely announced the birth date of Adrian differently. It was because she was sure that, even if Fabian had hesitated for a moment, he would have cleared his doubts as soon as the details were published.

Yes, thats it. Evelyn said calmly.

***

Fabians face was strange when he returned to his place. His close friend, Serus, also had a weird look on his face for the first time. He had no idea if it was unpleasant, embarrassing, or lonely expression.

Your Majesty, you didnt work..?

No. said Fabian calmly. My arm hurts a little.

Dont push yourself because there are still symptoms of paralysis.

Serus hurried over and stretched Fabians arm. It seemed that his left hand was still numb.

It seems a little swollen I told you not to use your left arm

Its done.

Fabian cut off Seruss worries. But, there was still a doubt expression on Fabians face who was sitting on the sofa.

Whats wrong with you, your Majesty?

The more I think about it, the more ridiculous it was.

Yes?

Fabian blinked slowly. It made him dumbfounded, no matter how much he thought about it.

I think for the first time since I ascended the throne, I obeyed someone elses orders.

It was a fresh and new fact.

What? How dare he! Im going to meet that person right now!

Just leave it. Your opponent is a one-year-old child.

Serus soon realized who the opponent was. The only one-year-old child in the palace was the little prince.

Have you met Prince Adrian?

Not just meeting..he came to me alone, clinging to me, he even hit me.

What? Did he hit you?

Hold it! stopped Serus. He seemed to run out of breath several times in this short conversation.

How can a year old child be so cruel

Serus and Fabian, who had grown up in the Empire, couldnt understand it. No matter how young they were, they had naturally mastered etiquette and obedience. Kids growing up in aristocrats usually knew how to behave since they were one year old.

He had some spirit and the child didnt feel scared at all when he looked into my eyes.

Fabian didnt have such an opponent, who was very brave and fearless, looked into the Emperors eyes.

And I forgot something because of him.

Fabian murmured, sadly. He had something to say when he saw Evelyn again, but that little rascal made him forget everything.

If you give me an order, Ill find out.

No, just go back.

Yes.

After Serus stepped back, Fabian, who was left alone, took the note out of his pocket. It was a note full of trivial questions about Evelyn. He once ordered Serus to find out about her, but it seemed that something was incorrect, so Fabian took the note back.

Hmm.

Fabian looked at the note for a moment, then took out a pen and wrote something down.

She likes drinking and she loves children.

His elegant handwriting added a new sentence.

She tends to be extremely aggressive when she drinks alcohol.

The title at the top of the note was Evelyn Felice. It was the name of a woman whom Fabian should know better than anyone else, but he didnt know.

***

The Felice Palace was an environment where an unconventional culture was genuinely felt by the imperial army, including the Emperor.

Even though their territory was so close, and this kingdom was still part of the Imperial Federation, there was a huge difference in the manners and the way people thought.

Your Majesty the King, Sir Serus, the Emperors aide, is asking for your presence.

First of all, the Emperor was mentioned insignificantly from the start. Even the Kings attitude was very indifferent as he listened to it.

Dont you see Im busy?

If this were another country after receiving such notice, usually the royal leader would immediately rush off and have a formal discussion with the the Emperors aide. Even more so if the Emperor had stayed in his palace from the beginning.

Adrian, you little brat. Say it again, Ah, I hug me!

But this King of Felice seemed didnt even care about things like that.

Now, try it out. Hug! Please!

Hug!

Yes, I mean try to say the next word. Hug,. please!

The Kings most important issue was to hear the words, Please Hug me from this little prince.

Listen, Im the highest man in this kingdom. So your first word should be given to me.

But Adrian blew his cheek to show he didnt like it.

Boo.

Come on, say ..Please!

When Evelyn told him that Adrian had spoken his first words, Arthur broke down in grief. Why did he miss the first precious moment he wanted so much? So Arthur had decided. He should be the first person who deserved to get a word from Adrian.

Adrian, come on, tell me.

Buruuuu.Boo!

Come on. Ask me to hug you.

Adrian was sick of it. His eyes tired as he inflated his cheeks. He looked so bored as if he had lived in the whole world.

No, give me a hug!

Adrian was very depressed by Arthur, and it was not shocking that his perseverance and passion made him a King.

uh! Adrian shouted, and he glared at Arthur.

No!

Arthurs body stiffened at that moment. Arthur looked at Adrian, and then he looked at his servant.

Have you heard it too?

Yes? Yes, The servant replied reluctantly. Arthur stared back at Adrian with a hardened face full of surprise.

Adrian, Then he rubbed Adrians fat cheeks with a beard. Finally, youve opened your mouth to me!

No!

Adrian felt disgusted by his beard and frowned. But the sicker he got, the more joy flowed over Arthurs face.

Tell everyone! Adrian talked to me!

No!

Yes. Thats right! Say it again!

Arthur kissed Adrian with happiness and rubbed his beard again. Adrian gathered all his energy and screamed out loud with his almost-crying-face.

No!

Adrians second word that would remain in the history of the Felice kingdom was No.

Your Majesty, Sir Serus

Tell him that, he can meet anyone instead of me. Now, Adrian, Its time to do it.

No!

Due to this important moment, Serus finally lost his chance to meet the King.

***

Are you sure that you correctly conveyed the message that I would like to meet the King?

Serus asked embarrassingly, but the palace-chief nodded quietly. Serus shook his head, it was just absurd how the Felice Kingdoms law worked.

Is it true that I have heard, I cant meet the king because hes playing with the prince?

Yes. The Chief answered him quickly.

Instead of him, can I meet someone else?

After thinking for a moment about the word Anyone that the King said, the Chief took Serus, who had a confused look, to the Queens place.

***

Your Majesty the Queen, Princess, and Lady Akshire. Sir Serus is here.

But the three women were absorbed in what they did without looking back.

Your Majesty, youre awesome! You already have a hundred victories!

There, Rebeccas voice was heard. The Queen, Evelyn, and Rebecca were spending a leisurely time with cards in their hands.

So even the Marquis cant write four things on the card, can they? Geez. Mother, please participate in the ballroom to be held in Akshire and press their noses.

Oh, shall we?

The talk between the mother and the daughter heard from inside the room was very affectionate.

More than that, I have an idea. Why dont you put on the Marchioness blue fan instead of the stakes?

Rebecca was the same thing. Seeing the three of them, they looked like three mothers and daughters instead of two.

Yes, maam. Just take it away and burn it in front of you.

Is there any way to be more stimulating and humiliating?

Hmmm Ill think more, Your Majesty.

Serus looked at the scene in front of his eyes with a confused look. His presence in this place seemed just like dust.

Your Majesty the Queen, Princess, and Lady Akshire. Sir Serus is here.

The chief repeated the same words like a machine. Just in time, their card game was over. Only then did the Queen look at Serus.

What a kingdom. said Serus in his heart. He still wondered why this kind of kingdom could have existed.

What is it?

The Queen opened her mouth. It was an atmosphere where Serus was not fully accepted by them.

Im here to deliver His Majestys message.

The Queen shook her head. Its a nuance thats hard to say. Serus couldnt believe that the Emperor stayed in this royal palace, and yet nobody cared about it.

Please give me more servants, maids, and assistant for the Imperial Army.

There was no answer, and Serus continued to talk, We also need additional stables and staff who will manage the precious horses of the Imperial Army.

Rather than seeing the womans three eyes in front of him, Serus preferred Fabians cold eyes. The atmosphere of the palace was physiologically incompatible with Serus.

And, since His Majesty has recovered to some extent, so you must prepare a dinner.

Hu-uh the Queen spat only two or three words. It wasnt a matter of choice. Obviously, the Emperors order was something that had to be obeyed, but Serus did not know why such a voice came out of her mouth.

Thats a good thing. Your Majesty has recovered, and the Imperial Army has recovered too. said Evelyn, breaking the silence.

Oh, then youll return to the Empire soon, so you dont have to add any extra staff. Thats fortunate. Rebecca said a word.

Then well have to hold a dinner to send off your Majesty and the Imperial Army. Miriams word reached its peak.

Wait, wait a minute. Serus said quickly, but the three women have already gone to their own world.

It must be a big dinner Its a good-bye dinner for Your majesty. Can I be invited?

Of course, Duke Akshire and Lady Rebecca must take part. No, I guess it would be a good idea for the competent Lady Rebecca to have dinner at this moment.

Its a honor, Your Majesty. Ill do my best. Oh, it would be great to replace my banquet!

Only

Yes, it is.

Their gap was too far behind. Serus had to take a quick glance at Evelyn, who was once the empress. Even if they didnt, Evelyn was someone who knew the rules of the Empire. Fortunately, Evelyn noticed his glance.

Ill help Lady Rebecca too.

However, Evelyn was already out of the Empire.

Its a great pleasure to know that your Majesty can safely return to the Empire.

Fresh, Evelyn smiled at Serus. Her smile meant to stop talking and deliver the congratulatory message to Fabian, his master.

In other words, he was told to convey the message that they were forced to leave this place immediately.