Right after Aiden leaves, Theron appears. “I did good, right, Master?” Theron asks, her body bouncing up and down, expecting praise. “Was it you?!” My eyes widen. “Yes. I thought Master hated the sight of him.” …Unbelievable. I hug Theron tightly. “Thank you! I’ll prepare lots of sweets just for you!” “M-Mas… Master…” Realizing I am choking Theron, I let go. “Sorry. I got a little carried away, didn’t I?” “Yes, you did.” Azher slips in, pinpointing his existence which I already forget. Hence, I introduce both of them. “Your Highness, meet Theron, my inner spirit. Theron, this is the fourth prince of Ardiane, Prince Azher Alexander Ambrose.” “Throughout all our secret meetings, you have never once introduced me to your inner spirit.” He says, a sheer sarcasm in his tone. I look down, being hit on the nail. “Sorry…” “From the dragon clan. Impressive.” Azher compliments, scanning Theron’s figures. “Thank yo

After Azher’s leave, I go relax in my bedroom. The term ‘relaxing’ is actually me replanning my plan, enjoying snacks, and finishing some paperwork. I insist on doing some of the duchy’s paperwork to find opportunities for Azher and useful information. I’m still lacking intel on the nobility world and Ardiane’s situation. While signing my signature on a document, Theron rants suddenly. “Master, take off that necklace.” “What’s with the sudden change of heart? Earlier, you liked it more than I do.” I say, not averting from the document. “I sensed magic in it. I’m sure it’s to keep you in check.” Hearing that, my hand halts, the black ink stains the paper, ruining my signature. I cast the magic detector spell taught by Theron before – the most basic and simplest spell. “You’re right. There’s a detect location spell.” I’m sure Felix is the caster. “You know it too, so take off that necklace!” Theron pounces on me, pulling the necklace usi

“My lady looks gorgeous. It reminds me of my young days.” Olivia praises me while making my hair. I already said it’s fine and a maid can do it, but she keeps on insisting. “My beauty is no match to Miss Olivia’s.” I carefully glance back to not ruin the hard work she put in. “You flatter me, my lady.” I changed into a golden yellow dress, one of Her Majesty’s old yet new dresses, still fashionable. I thought they’ll give me a simple dress to wear. Olivia finishes styling my hair with a long twisted crown braid style. It’s done very neatly. After finishing giving me a makeover like a doll, Olivia escorts me back to the banquet hall. We were having a good chat until bumped into Azher on the way. “Good afternoon, Your Highness. Are you on the way to the banquet too?” Olivia asks. Judging by her tone, it seems she’s very much familiar with Azher. Not that questionable since she’s Her Majesty’s lady-in-waiting. “Yes. I have to settle some

I scoff. “How thick-skinned. Still lying even when the truth is clear as water?” “Believe me, my lady! It really wasn’t me!” “Do you have proof that it wasn’t you?” I ask. “N-No… But my lady also has no proof that I did it!” “Says who?” I glance at Aiden and he nods, understanding my request. He uses magic to reveal the fingerprints on the teapot. “All humans have different fingerprints.” I take the teapot passed by Aiden. “And somehow…” I harshly grasp her wrist. “Yours perfectly matches these.” Like a grocery store staff got caught stealing, she shivers in fear, sweat runs down her face. I release her hand, standing up and looking down at her. “Not so mighty now, huh?” “F-Forgive me, my lady! I have committed a crime!” “You know it’s a crime, yet you still do it.” ‘Can’t tell whether you’re reckless or just dumb’ is what I wish to add, but no can do. “I’m not mad because you tried to po

Time quickly flies and it’s already Julian and Yuri’s engagement ceremony. Thankfully, everything goes as planned. Like nature is also celebrating this special day, the birds are chirping wonderfully, the flowers bloom beautifully and the sky is brilliant and sunny as ever. Today’s indeed a delightful day. “Congratulations on your engagement, Yuri.” I congratulate the female lead of the day. “Thank you, my lady.” Yuri smiles while linking arms with Julian like a real engaged couple. I turn to my brother, giving him a look. “Take good care of Yuri or I’ll crush you to pieces.” He sneers. “How will you crush me with your current skills?” “…” I don’t say anything, looking at him with annoyed eyes. I beat a whole group of bandits, yet you dare to question my skills? But I can’t expose, can I? The couple laughs, watching my irritated face. Seeing them standing side by side, laughing, I smile. At this point, maybe both of them will genuinely