Chapter 201
TL: Zimmings
Blasio’s expression hardened.
“Is that true?”
“Yes!”
When I replied loudly, he quickly grabbed the note and said,
“I’ll go right now.”
He looked around and added.
“It is actually taboo to take the text outside. Neither I nor you will be safe if someone knows. So…….”
Blasio seemed to plan to take what I had interpreted as it is.
He looked at me with gentle eyes, as I put my index finger on my lips.
“Shh! I know.”
“You are really smart.”
Haha, that’s all for my advantage anyway.
It would be best if Mina didn’t come, but by any chance, if she does, it will be revealed that the prophecy’s interpretation is wrong.
If Blasio brings up that interpretation, it will be his fault. If he tried to blame me for it, who would believe him?
“Then, child. I’ll be going now.”
“Yes. Goodbye!”
I watched Blasio’s back as he rushed to the temple.
‘Because he’s a greedy guy, it’s perfect.’
***
Adrian went to consult as scheduled as I proceeded with work with a more relaxed mind.
The first thing they did was to attach Cecilia to the Empress Dowager.
“… So, did you give all the wealth left by your parents to your sister?”
At the words of the Empress Dowager, Cecilia glanced at me. I nodded and she answered.
“All that was left behind by my deceased parents was an old house and a few acres of fields attached to the house. It’s not a disappointing amount, and it wasn’t up to me because my sister raised me on behalf of my late parents when I was young.”
“I like that you have no greed.”
The Emperor’s heart belongs to Cecilia. The Empress Dowager, who pampeted me due to the incident, was also kind to Cecilia.
It’s natural that Cecilia will have an advantage over other candidates.
“No way! How did a commoner be a finalist!”
“Even Lady Amboise, who was supported by Empress Dowager, did not make it to the finals.”
“Cecilia Olga recently visited the Empress Dowager’s palace frequently… but still, it’s absurd. The empire will be in trouble if she wins.”
Cecilia was proudly included as the final two finalists.
The emperor who knew that this happened because of me, was grateful to me.
“How could Dubblede’s daughter please me so much? Come here.”
I smiled awkwardly as I held the cookie the emperor had given me.
‘The Emperor hates the Empress Dowager so much, but their behavior is quite similar.’
I sat down next to the emperor while chewing a cookie, he chuckled and poked my bulging cheeks. Cecilia looked at us and burst into laughter.
She glanced at the emperor and said.
“But, Your Majesty, you were overworked yesterday, how are you now? Did I bother you too much?”
“D, don’t say that in front of a child…!”
The emperor turned red and coughed in vain.
‘Did Cecilia bothered the emperor? Why?’
I looked around with a bewildered expression. When I saw Cecilia, she only smiled, but when I saw the emperor, he was coughing in vain and got up from his seat. Then he ran away. As I tilted my head, Cecilia smiled and held out her hand.
“Shall we go?”
“Huh?? Ah yes.”
I took Cecilia’s hand and walked across the imperial garden.
Cecilia was named as the finalist and our lodging was moved. It was located near the Freesia Garden, which Cecilia said was the most beautiful out of the Imperial Palace gardens.
“These flowers are in full bloom even in winter. Strong flowers that do not wither are beautiful.”
Cecilia spoke in a very emotional tone, I answered casually.
“They put a magic stone on it. To be precise, it is not a flower that does not wither, but an artificial flower right?”
“It seems that you have developed more reasoning than emotions…”
She said sullenly.
‘Of course it should be like that.’
Cecilia looked at me with a puzzled expression.
“What are your concerns?”
“Cecilia should be the empress…”
“Don’t you believe me?”
Cecilia asked me with a smile.
“I believe in you, but maybe others don’t… I’m sure Empress Yvonne will interfere in the final selection.”
The Empress Dowager is in charge of the final exam, but Empress Yvonne will surely come to interfere.
Cecilia, who grows closer with the emperor day by day, is a thorn in the eyes of Empress Yvonne.
Then, if Cecilia suddenly gives birth to a child, Andre, the son of Empress Yvonne’s position might be in danger.
Behind Cecilia was also the Dubblede, she was certainly a strong enemy.
So, from the point of view of Empress Yvonne, it will never be pleasant.
‘She has to pass the final exam properly, but how can I keep Empress Yvonne in check? Oh, to get help from the Empress Dowager…!’
I thought about it but shook my head.
‘Anyway, the Empress Dowager is a relative of the Duke of Marche, she’s under him. No matter how much she wanted to keep Queen Yvonne in check, she won’t help me by abandoning her family.’
I grumbled.
“Without interference, Cecilia would be crowned Empress no matter what.”
“I’m glad.”
“It’s true. Cecilia is supported by Dubblede, you’re smart and also have experience as a knight. On the other hand, your opponent is a bit inferior. So, Empress Yvonne must have pressured the Empress Dowager to make her the finalist.”
She comes from a noble family who was easy to be controlled, and she was a timid person who cannot speak properly, so she was the perfect fit for Empress Yvonne.
“Really, if there’s no interruption…! Interruption?”
A light bulb in my head lit up.
‘I have a good idea! She can’t get in the way!’
When I opened my eyes, Cecilia said, “Lady?”
“I’ll go somewhere for a while. You go back first!”
I ran and left Cecilia.
The place we arrived at was Deglid’s Palace.
When the servant saw me, they were bewildered.
“What is the Lady doing here…….”
“I want to see Deglid.”
“You can’t do it without any prior appointment.”
I touched the bulging thing in my pocket and shouted.
“It’s medicine!”
“Huh?”
“So, my uncle gave me good medicine for her condition. I want to deliver it myself since her condition was kept a secret right?”
This medicine was taken from Taylor’s bag for my haro allergy.
“That’s…….”
The servant nodded as if he had no choice but to let me give it.
“Please wait a minute.”
The servant who entered the palace returned shortly thereafter.
“She has allowed you to enter.”
“Yes!”
I followed the servant and entered the palace. Unlike the Empress Dowager’s palace, it is a little bit shabby. There was no grandiose decoration, but it was well maintained and had a clean and old-fashioned feel.
As I entered the door opened by the servant, Deglid with her braided hair glanced at me.
“I see you.”
“Dubblede’s daughter is running errands to my palace. Does your father know anything?”
“No. Medicine is an excuse I made because I wanted to see you.”
“…….”
She looked at me without a word.
‘Wow, the pressure is no joke.’
As I wiggled my hand, she asked.
“So why did Dubblede’s daughter even give an excuse?”
I pondered for a moment. How to say it? How can I win this person’s heart? Should I offer a deal? Should I pay a bribe?
As I was pondering, I suddenly remembered her who was with Mina in my first life.
I immediately bowed down.
“I won’t do such useless things for no reason. I believe in your integrity, and ideals. Please help me.”
She smiled proudly next to Mina in my first life. It was a familiar expression. I know another person who can make that look.
‘Duke of Amity.’
He was a person who prioritized justice and dignity. Such a person was similar to her. That’s why she was always dignified and full of dignity.
“Dubblede’s daughter asks me for help… For what reason?”
“Cecilia Olga is a wonderful person. She never succumbed to greed like the Dubblede people. I’m sure of it.”
“So?”
“Please do your best so that the final judgement can be done correctly.”
“Why don’t you ask the Empress? If it were you, she’ll do it.”
“Her Majesty the Empress Dowager checks on Empress Yvonne, but in the end they both have the same goal. They are under Duke Marche.”
She stood up with her cane.
“What if I had the same goals as them?”
I looked up at her.
“… Your goals may be the same, but the methods will be different. You are such a righteous person.”
“What does a child know?”
Her gaze became sharp.
“What are you? Your eyes are not that of a nine-year-old.”
“If you help me, I will return honour to you.”
“Honour…….”
I said while clenching my fists.
“There was something about you withdrawing from the battlefield but people thought illness was just an excuse. I’ll give you a chance to address your disgrace.”
“……!”
Her eyes shook slightly.
‘It’s done.’
I know someone like her. The Duke of Amity was such a person. They are not greedy, but instead regard honour as the most important thing.
“There will be a war against Westria across the sea soon.”
It’s always been like that in my previous life.
“It will be a naval battle. I will help you to end the war.”
“… How can I defeat the young general of Westria with my old body?”
I grabbed the etwal in my pocket..
‘Chul-soo.’
[Huh?]
‘You, continue what you talked about yesterday. Lee Soon… What general are you talking about? What was the turtle ship doing?’
[Ah, you mean General Lee Soon-shin? The turtle ship? He’s an awesome person……!]
As I heard Chul-soo’s chattering, I looked at her.
“You have 12 ships.”
“…….”
She didn’t avoid my gaze, but I was sure of her eyes trembling with excitement. Are you sure the general won the naval battle with 12 ships? How could there be such a great general?
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