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(3rd’s Person POV)
“Melina? Are you talking about Marquis Lutent’s daughter?”
“When we were young, we met at my father’s alumni association and became close.”
“Well, yes. I know her.”
“Are you still close with the Marquis these days?”
“No. Even when we were at the academy, we weren’t that close.”
“Really?”
“Yes. But because Her Majesty is close with the Young Lady of the Lutent family, that’s the only reason why we often met.”
“
.I see. So that’s what it was.”
“Why? Is there something wrong with Lady Lutent?”
“Actually

”
Anastasia told him about what her maids had said earlier.
“Of course, it was a situation that would have made her angry. I guess I was even more surprised because I didn’t think that she wasn’t the type of person to act so impulsively.”
“Hmm

I see.”
Upon hearing Anastasia’s story, Duke Barantes nodded.
“Well, Madame Rochester has a good eye for people. If she had said that, then I think it won’t hurt if you listen to her.”
“
..I understand.”
“It also seems that the maids of the Empress Palace are very reluctant towards the Young Lady of Lutent. I don’t think it would be a good thing if you’re that close with her. For the sake of the peace and unity of the Empress Palace. But of course, we can’t help it if Her Majesty likes the Young Lady.”
It was only natural for Anastasia to like Melina. They have been friends even before her regression.
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However, it is true that people don’t really know what’s going on inside a person’s mind. That the knowledge that she had about Melina may not be everything she thought it was.
‘More than anything else, I am most concerned that all the maids are reluctant to see Melina.’
Even taking into account the doubts that keep arising and Anastasia’ thoughts about her to split into sides. Wondering if she had miss something.
‘
..But like what my father said, there’s nothing wrong with being cautious.’
Anastasia smiled and said to Duke Barantes.
“Thank you for your words, Father. Oh, and I have one more question for you.”
“Yes, go ahead, Your Majesty. Ask me anything.”
“What broke in my room earlier when it was dropped? It seems precious
.”
“Oh, come to think of it, I haven’t been able to share the most important story with Her Majesty.”
“Yes?”
“I heard about it at today’s meeting. That Her Majesty had done a great job. To the point that His Majesty, the Emperor, had said so many words of praise.”
“
Really?”
“Of course! But don’t do anything that would risk your life like that, ever again. Did you know how scared this father was when I heard it belatedly? Still, I’m so proud of you for doing a great job
.”
“That’s good.”
“What?”
“From my father’s point of view, I’ve done something amazing.”
Anastasia’s voice became moody without her realizing it, due to the incident that happened yesterday with Wilhelm.
“Of course, I had to take some risks. But still I’m glad to have settle the issue about around illegal slaves, right?”
“Uhm
yes, that’s correct?”
“See, I knew that my father would react like this.”
“Why? Is something wrong, Your Majesty?”
“No, it’s not like that
..”
Anastasia tried to complain about what had happened yesterday with Wilhelm but gave up.
“No, it’s nothing.”
‘I don’t want to give the impression that I am desperate about my relationship with Wilhelm. Instead, let me summarize it briefly.’
“It seems that His Majesty was not happy about what I did, and I couldn’t understand why he wouldn’t be.”
“Is it because His Majesty was worried about Her Majesty ,the Empress?”

.Worried?
Anastasia was bewildered by the unexpected words, as she glanced back at her father. Duke Barantes shrugged and started to explain.
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“No matter what great of a deed you may have accomplished, it is not very pleasing to think that Her Majesty may be in danger.”
“That
. seemed impossible because His Majesty doesn’t like me at all.”
Anastasia replied while ignoring her pounding heart.
“So
there’s no way that he would have been worried about me.”
‘It’s absurd. No matter how much I think about it, it was most likely that he was displeased that I have achieved and his opportunities to do so were intercepted.’
To praise her would simply be a matter for boosting public goodwill, and being conscious of the gazes from the Aristocrats. It would be awkward if Wilhelm had remained silent and did not praise her.
‘When I think of those cold eyes that were filled with anger towards me, this explanation made the most sense.’
“Well, I don’t like His Majesty either so there’s no need for me to be upset by it.”
“You’ve done everything to change yourself for the better. Why is it that your relationship with His Majesty remains the same?”
“I think it’ll continue to be like that. Please don’t expect there to be drastic changes.”
As she mumbled and swallowed her bitter feelings, Anastasia immediately changed the subject.
“Anyway, I’m sorry to have startled you, Father. But as you can see, I am fine so please do not worry. Not a single hair of mine was hurt.”
“It’s a thousand blessings. The one that dared to try to harm Her Majesty..
no, I mean you don’t need to think about it, because the unscrupulous evil will be struck down by lightning for treason.”
“Yes, the Viscount will surely receive divine punishment.”
Anastasia replied indifferently.
It was only later that she learned that the Duke’s words were not figurative, but something that came true.
“How many shocks did our beloved Empress have to endure? About what I broke earlier, it was a drug that was said to be good for mental and physical recovery. I’ll be sending another one to one of my people tomorrow.”
“Thank you, Father.”
Anastasia smiled broadly and stood up.
“My father is still the best.”
“Of course I am.”
Duke Barantes suddenly raised his head, his previously gloomy expressions vanished, and asked Anastasia a question
“I’m better than Madame Rochester
right?”
[pr/n: BAHAHAHA.]
“Oh my, of course, you are!”
‘Can’t deny it anyway.’ Anastasia eventually burst out laughing.
[pr/n: Smort Anastasia, smort.]
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(3rd Person POV)
From then on, Anastasia’s life returned back to normal.
Ignoring Wilhelm’s advice to quietly rest, she continued to take care of the affairs of the Imperial Palace, and held meetings to manage the social circle.
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“Your Majesty, you did a really great deed in regards to the slavery matter.”
“You were so brave! Her Majesty must be a saint!”
The villainous work of Viscount Santoro was so infamous within the Empire, that Anastasia was able to completely dispel her former stigma.
Everyone admired Anastasia like a hero. At some point in the social world, Anastasia’s infamous reputation had completely disappeared. In its place, it was filled with praises.
“Well, it is said that the Her Majesty the Empress took all his wealth and saved the slaves.”
“I also heard that Her Majesty did not give in to Viscount Santoro’s threat, who had a sword with him, and also protected her maids as well.”
Of course, the contents were slightly different from the truth, but
..
“Did you all know that Viscount Santoro died last night? He was chained to the top of the mountain and was struck by lightning.”
“
Is that the punishment?”
“Yes, the heinous criminals are punished that much.”
In addition, the title was returned due to his treason, and now all of Viscount Santoro’s belongings have been completely transferred to the Imperial family.
Meanwhile, as a result of the interrogations from the captured slaves traders in the Santoro region, Wilhelm was able to find out where their home base was, and cleared them all out of the Rosenberg Empire.
There will still be constant monitoring and supervision will still be required, but human auctions would not be as successful as they once were.
It was a day where everything was going smoothly.
“Your Majesty, the High Priest has arrived.”
Until an unexpected guest visited the Empress Palace.
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(3rd Person POV)
Anastasia headed to the drawing room with a nervous expression on her face.
‘Why did the high priest come all of a sudden?’
Before the regression, she didn’t have that much contact with the High Priest. Just the normal greetings to each other whenever they met at the Great Hall.
‘It was rare for him to come to see me in person.’
Anastasia couldn’t help but feel anxious in this unusual situation.
However, Anastasia arrived at the drawing room while carefully concealing her emotions.
“Presenting Her Majesty, the Empress.”
Lyell, who had been fiddling with his teacup while in an upright position, immediately stood up.
Anastasia greeted him with an awkward smile.
“Welcome, High Priest. It’s been a long time.”
“Yes, this is the first time we met since the memorial service of His Majesty King Charles.”
“How have you been?”
Anastasia sat down and asked naturally. It was not long before the Palace maids arrived, carrying Anastasia’s set of warm tea.
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Lyell started talking as he watched the maid gently pouring tea into Anastasia’s teacup.
“Everything’s the same for me. It is still a comfortable daily life.”
“I see.”
“You have done a great job during the time we did not see each other.”
Upon hearing that, Anastasia immediately looked at Lyell.
“You cleared up illegal slave traders in the Santoro region? I have heard the priests continuously praise Her Majesty for it.”
“Thank you. It’s a good thing that we’ve managed to cut the buds of the illegal slave trade in Rosenberg.”
Anastasia, who sips a cup of tea while replying casually, then went straight to the point.
“But I am surprised. You seldom visit the Empress’s Palace, but you came all of a sudden.”
“

Ah.”
“I am a little worried. Is there something wrong?”
“Actually.”..
Lyell hesitated for a moment and then opened his mouth.
“I have something to tell you. That’s why I came to see you personally.”
“
 Please speak.”
Anastasia waited anxiously for the words to come out of Lyell’s mouth.
What followed was quite shocking.
“A prophecy came down last night
”
[pr/n: DUN DUN DUUNNNNN.]