It was a very grand and arrogant remark. It was something a mere man should not say to heaven, earth, and the sea.

Then a blue dragon, too big to even guess its size, came down from the sky and jumped into the arms of the empress. My father then woke up from the dream, screaming at that wonderful sight. Listening to this story, I thought it was a conception dream. Besides, Chelsea, who heard this story Oh, Chelsea is the nanny of the Empress and I.

Carl replied, nodding his head at Jamies words.

I know. Shes Heidels midwife who can predict the sex of a child from the conception dream, right?

Yes, she is.

So what? Hes a boy? Shes a girl?

When Sienna asked, Jamie smiled and said, Chelsea says its a boy. Usually, when a dragon comes out in your dream, most people say its a boy.

Sienna and Carl nodded gladly at Jamies words. The grand conception of the child, apart from the sex of the child, seemed to indicate that Sharillo was sure to grow up to be a great person.

By the way, I guess the dream you had wasnt a conception dream. Well, the Kraken is indeed too strange for a conception dream

The dream was so clear thoughand Kraken is the Dragon of the Sea. If you think about the meaning, its not bad.

Kraken?

Jamie, who didnt understand the conversation between the two, asked back. Sienna told him about Carls dream.

Its as great a dream as my fathers. Kraken to bring a warship

Whatever dream youre dreaming of, Sharillo must be a great kid.

Agreeing to Carls affirmation, Jamie came up with an unexpected idea.

By the way, both dreams are so much like conception dreamsmaybe there are two imperial grandchildren?

Two imperial grandchildren?

You know, its not common, but sometimes twins are born.

Well theres been a case. Where twins were born previously.

At Carl and Jamies words, Sienna said, pointing to her belly.

Hey, what are you talking about? Twins. Thats too rare.

Sienna was wondering if it was possible.

Roy didnt add the word twins when he informed her of her pregnancy. In the Holy Empire, it was said that priests would not deliver the parents information such as a childs gender because they should be fully pleased regardless of the variables at birth, but it was not known whether Roy also did so.

Jamie said with a disappointed look at Siennas words.

Well true. Ah! So then it must have been the conception dream for the Second Empress, not the dream for the first Empress. I heard on the way here that the Second Empress had her baby, too

Carl and Sienna kept silent at his words.

The two have yet to inform the outside world that Bluebell was not pregnant. Thats because if Carl denies Bluebells pregnancy, it could be seen as falsely plotting to persecute Bluebell and the Ferrer family. On one hand, Carl was also giving Bluebell the opportunity to tell the truth herself. Sienna wanted to give Bluebell the opportunity until the upcoming Holy Day celebrations.

Of course, Carl was more than willing to wait and see how Count Ferrer would react when he learned of Bluebells false pregnancy. If he came to ask for forgiveness and took his daughter away, Carl might give her another chance, but if Count Ferrer prepared for the rebellion, his family would be cleaned up. Eventually, the situation was getting close to the latter.

Jamie looked puzzled as he thought he shouldnt have said anything about that. Sienna asked about her fathers regards to change the subject.

Hows our father? Is he well?

Hes not just fine, but hes too hale and healthy. If the baby was born, he would run out of the land right away to come here and teach the baby swordsmanship himself.

I doubt it. I cant even imagine my father leaving Heidel.

You dont know your father very well. Your Majesty, hes so proud of your majesty that while he seems so gentle in front of your Majesty, he talks about you all the time. You dont know how much lectures Ive been hearing these days. He wants me to get married and inherit the estate.

Its probably because Lord Waters is of marital age. I told you to look for a bride when you stayed in the Imperial City. Its not too late now. Find a companion while you are here. Let me help you. Your Majesty, will you help me?

Sienna asked Carl. Carl looked at Jamies embarrassed face and said, I dont think its necessary.

Youre not gonna help me? Is it burdensome that my father is staying in the capital?

No. If Heidels spear would become the spear to protect the imperial family, Id welcome it with open arms. I was saying, you dont have to introduce a bride to Lord Waters when he doesnt feel like it. Its just embarrassing for them if we force them to introduce each other.

As if to agree with Carl, Jamie scratched his cheek and smiled.

What does that mean? Lord Waters, you are not saying you dont want to get married?

I dont feel like it yet. I dont want to get married right now.

Sienna frowned at his words. The only heir to the Waters family has no intention of marriage. Moreover, compared to the average age of marriage, he was already late. Sienna was worried that the Waters blood would die with him.

But Lord Waters

Jamie stood up as Sienna tried to tell him that he needed a marriage even if he didnt want it.

I think its too late. As soon as I arrived, I came in the presence of your Majesty so I couldnt even greet Aunt Kelly properly. I have to go back now.

He fled in a hurry, feeling pressured or burdened by marriage.

Why is he saying he doesnt want to get married?

After Jamie disappeared in a flash, Sienna sighed deeply. Carl said, patting her stomach carefully.

Looks like he already has someone in mind.

At Carls words, Sienna looked surprised.

What? Where could he possibly meet a girl? He may if he were in the capital city. But theres no woman in Heidel whos of the age to get married.

Why would you think that? Theres Marquis Methena. Marie Methena.

At Carls words, Sienna became a blank face for a moment. Because shes never imagined that Jamie had her in mind. She was the wife of former emperor Valore.

Of course, she knew that when Jamie entered the Imperial Palace and saw Marie, he became quite fond of her. But she thought he simply had a good feeling for Maries beauty, not feeling love for a woman.

Ive been suspecting it since Lord Waters told me hed follow Methena, but I became sure with todays reaction. He couldnt have easily confessed his feelings to her because she was married to Valore. But he cant marry someone else while having her in mind, so hes probably using the excuse that he doesnt want to get married.

Sienna said with a deep sigh.

Oh, Im worried.

Carl asked again with a curious look at Siennas response, which seemed to be deeply troubled.

Why? Are you going to oppose it if the two want to get married?

To be honest, its not satisfying. For Marie, itd be a remarriage. But shes also an ideal wife. Marie has a warm heart and is a beautiful and wise person. But will Marie accept my brothers heart? Frankly, Jamie is not as good as Marie.

Sienna was careful to look down on her brother in front of Carl, but she confessed honestly out of frustration.

He is the successor, but Heidel is a northern territory with just monsters and snow. Its not as good as what others think. He has good looks, but hes also ignorant of manners. Would Marie, whos been in the palace for a long time, be happy with my brother?

Replied Carl, shaking his head at Siennas worried words.

Youre too harsh on your brother. Lord Waters is a man with everything. Even if hes young, hes reached the expert level. And although Heidel has been called a corner territory in the North, it is the largest territory in the Leipsden Empire. It has the largest number of soldiers, and there are no limits as to how many knights the lord can have. Its never the worst place.

It was due to the local nature that attracts many invasions of monsters. In the case of other territories, there was a limited number of soldiers and knights that could be held according to the position of the lord.

But it wasnt always good. It was a land that could not be lived without military power, and an astronomical amount of money was being spent to maintain many soldiers. The Waters family cant afford luxury even though monster byproducts were never cheap because it costs a lot of money to maintain the military.

Lord Waters is the only heir to the Duke of Waters, no matter what anyone says. Also, isnt Lord Waters look one of the best in the capital city? Sienna, its just that you dont see it well because hes your brother. Ive heard that there were quite a few women who became lovesick with him while he was staying in the capital.

Sienna looked at Carl with a startled look at his praise for Jamie, which came out ceaselessly without a breath. It made her feel very good to hear compliments about her own flesh and blood.

Jamie was a nice person even to herself. However, it was because Marie was such a great person.

Marie was the empress of the Leipsden Empire, and she alone had a castle called Methena and was the owner of a territory. Also, her beauty was so famous that it didnt need further description.

I didnt know you had such a good feeling about my brother.

Of course its your blood that makes him feel friendly, but even if hes not, Lord Waters is a fine guy. I especially like that honest and confident personality. If he werent Waters only heir, Id be greedy. I would keep him by my side.

Thats a good thing for my brother.

What does that mean?

Only

Thinking about Chancellor Paveniks face becoming saggy every time I see him, Im so glad that Jamie is the only heir to the Waters family. If he had worked with you, he would have had to work so hard that he would lose his handsomeness.

At Siennas words, Carl laughed and made excuses.

Everyone else is fine. Pavenik, hes bluffing.

I think Pavenik would be upset to hear that. By the way, its a big deal. Under the circumstances, my brother cant easily confess or open his heart to Marie. Hes not going to die alone forever, will he?

I guess Ill just have some drinks with Lord Waters. I gave her the title of Methena and the title of the Marquis, in consideration of her being able to live as she pleases. It means even if she remarries, the imperial family wont get involved. We cant force them to marry, but at least Lord Waters can be brave.

Thank you.

Sienna smiled pleasantly at Carls consideration.