Published at 22nd of February 2023 01:04:27 PM

Chapter 280

That thing called the Eye of Goddess or something, I was going to give you that as a gift, but they seem to keep it hidden, so I couldnt find it. So

So what?

I got pissed off and killed them all.

Belice laughed, knowing that Alexcent was messing with her. Truthfully, the gift wasnt important. Even though he was away for a long time, it was still a war he was in. She just wanted to see him again.

So, you were waiting for a gift, not for me? Alexcent asked. He glared at her, looking upset

Hey now, thats not true. Its always my loving brother first. But, since you dont have a gift, can you do me a favour?

No.

How can you say no without hearing it? Belice asked.

Itll be obvious.

Belice stared at him, anger rising in her.

Fine. Ill listen to it first, Alexcent conceded.

Belice calmed down. There will be a trial against young Lady Julia soon. I need you to go to mother and

No, Alexcent was being obstinate. I cant do you that favour.

I didnt even say what it was.

Youre going to tell me to ask the Empress to give her a light punishment. Correct?

Yes. Belices cheeks blushed a little.

See. Youre too easy to read.

But Alexcent, Im asking you nicely. It was just a normal conversation I had with Lady Julia and she probably didnt have any ill intentions with what she said.

Alexcent shook his head. It was still a firm no.

Really? At this rate, no ones going to want to be by my side. Belice looked sad.

What do you mean? Alexcent asked.

People are being executed whenever they speak to me. So, who is going to want to speak to me in the future? Even when I become the Empress, my advisors will be too scared to give me any proper advice!

Belice, you still cant distinguish between sarcasm and advice? It was clearly sarcasm being spoken by a lowly daughter of a count to a princess that will soon become the Empress.

Alexcent, it was a misunderstanding.

Misunderstanding? Even though she dared to call you a whore who sells her body for a laugh?

Oh my god, she didnt say it like that!

Whatever she called you, she was lucky that I wasnt there.

Alexcent! Belice couldnt believe how arrogant he was being.

What should I say? Youre just like mother!

Belice lowered her head, pouting.

Fine! Why dont you just tell me to go find the Eye of the Goddess instead. Alexcent was furious. Thats easier for me than dealing with this.

I dont need that rock.

Belice, youre going to be an Empress.

So?

The Empress needs to be cruel sometime. You cant act all nice when

Never mind. Belice stood up and left the room without looking back.

Caniel was heading to the drawing room where Duke Roden was waiting for her. As she approached, a young man exited the room and disappeared down the hall in the opposite direction. Caniel called Harin over, who happened to be nearby.

Harin.

Yes, Your Majesty.

Who is that person that just left?

Harin looked at the man hurrying away, then turned back. He is Sir Michen, of Duke Rodens family.

Michen? Isnt he the grandson that Duke Roden boasts about all the time? Why is he in the palace?

Hes been coming into the palace with Duke Roden lately. From the rumours that have been circulating, Duke Roden has chosen him as his successor.

Successor?

Even though Duke Rodens eldest son was alive and well, he was trying to make his grandson the next duke instead. This was because his son, Sir Gason, was a well-known thug within the Empire. He was a smart boy, but had no intention on keeping up with his studies. Instead, he was causing all kinds of trouble. He was the biggest problem in the Roden family, which otherwise was considered the best family in the Empire. Caniel knew this well.

It would be better for the family to give the title to someone else, rather than make that thug Gason the successor. What particular information do you know about that young man called Michen?

From what I have been told, he is smart, very educated and is diligent in his duties, Harin informed her.

So, he is definitely not anything like his father. See if you can dig up anything on him.

As you wish, Your Majesty. Harin bowed.

Caniel turned and entered the drawing room where Duke Roden was waiting. As the Duke stood to greet her, she got right down to business.

So, I heard that you have chosen Sir Michen as your successor. Why not Sir Gason? she asked, before Duke Roden could say a word.

Yes, Your Majesty. My son isnt fit to rule. Thankfully, he was good enough to raise an extremely smart grandson. Duke Roden set down the tea he had been holding and looked some reaction in Caniel. She just smiled, so he continued. I have a request for you.

Caniel had been wondering what the reason was for Duke Rodens visit. She thought it might have something to do with Lady Julias trial. She became wary at the word request.

Its not anything grand, Duke Roden continued. As you know, there are some nobles that are insisting my son Gason become the next duke.

Is that so? Caniel already knew this but was surprised that the request had nothing to do with the trial.