So the Kaleta consulate had to act diplomatically while quietly determining the traitor’s whereabouts. Why determine her location? To deliver a fitting end to a major criminal.
“Though she appeared at the funeral today, security was tight. It’ll be hard to approach her unless we capture some nobles.”
Given that many from the Kaleta Empire were abducted to Perseta, there were also many helping the consulate people.
Eliza Barkova gathered information in back alleys while the new Kaleta Consul Aldwin Rochester built his network with a friendly face.
“Is her location not known?”
Eliza asked earnestly, but the other person shook his head. This individual, who claimed to have not forgotten Kaleta for decades, appeared to be living a normal life in the Perseta Empire.
But he had discreetly approached the consulate, professing his ongoing loyalty to Kaleta. After multiple verifications, Eliza found his words to be true and was using him as a valuable informant.
“Absolutely not. She’s hiding very well. It’s impossible to approach her. She’ll appear at some official occasion, but not now.”
The informant shook his head. He knew very well how Perseta operated, especially the movements within the imperial palace.
“It’s not the time. Many things have changed here since the Emperor ascended. Nobody knows where she is. Even if they did, they wouldn’t disclose it.”
“Then what should we do?”
“Wait.”
A very straightforward and disheartening answer.
“Wait, just wait.”
“So there’s no answer for the time being.”
He nodded toward Eliza in the dark.
“For the time being.”
If it had been in Caleta, Lu’s neck would have been cut and hung outside the castle gates immediately. Eliza, who believed that swift execution elevated the name of the Caletan Emperor, was very disappointed, but showed no signs of it. Assassins must wait for the right time.
“Caleta is different from here.”
Eliza nodded at the words.
“But we don’t have much time, do we? Let’s wait.”
“This person must be dealt with.”
“If that is the will of Caleta.”
The other person responded very solemnly.
“An opportunity will come soon. According to verified sources…”
He lowered his voice discreetly.
“The Emperor is changing the atmosphere. He plans to elevate the mood that had been dampened by the funeral, by holding a feast celebrating the monster subjugation.”
Changing the atmosphere with meat and wine after a funeral, is it?
“Nobles are being kneaded like dough. Of course, it won’t go exactly as planned, but security will inevitably be lax at this time.”
Eliza made her decision.
“Then let’s aim for that time.”
But there was one thing that made her hesitate: the fact that a decision regarding Rustica Gennes in Caleta had not been made yet.
‘There will be a discussion soon.’
Until then, Eliza had to diligently track the whereabouts of Rustica Gennes. Because that was her mission.
[Star Icon]Rustica Gennes’ daily life was very regular even in Gleya Palace.
She woke up early in the morning to swing her sword or to run in silence. She never neglected physical training and especially focused on training her feet, then bathed in prepared bath water.
Everything was abundant in the palace, and Lu didn’t have to fetch water or pump it herself. She was a valued guest of the Emperor and a noble of Placea.
The palace always provided excellent meals. The steward was particularly sensitive and after closely observing Lu, he prepared a diet rich in protein but also including foods Lu liked.
The food prepared by the skilled chefs of Shalea Palace was always delicious. After all, for someone who had been making and eating simple foods herself every day, any food made by others was a delicacy.
“Please come in, my lady. Breakfast is prepared.”
“Thank you as always. But, breakfast?”
She usually ate breakfast alone, so why did they use such a grand word like ‘breakfast’?
“Yes.”
The steward lowered his voice.
“The Emperor has arrived.”
He came without any forewarning this morning? The steward adjusted the collar of her two-piece outfit, showing no signs of surprise. Well, it wasn’t a one or two-day occurrence that the Emperor suddenly visited Gleya Palace.
“Please go in.”
“Thank you.”
The steward bowed his head in response.
Lu entered. Usually, she would take her plate to a sunny spot by the window and eat however she wanted, but today the table was already neatly set. And Hayden was standing by the window.
“May the sun of the Empire…”
“Don’t do that.”
As Lu was about to bow, she slightly raised her head.
“Really, don’t.”
Hayden looked genuinely annoyed. Nevertheless, she didn’t fully straighten her body.
“Everyone else does it.”
This was the first time she saw Hayden disliking something to this extent, and sensing that Lu wanted to tease him, he immediately began to laugh heartily. Oh, come on.
“Whether others do it or not, I’ve told you many times not to. Are you defying the imperial decree?”
When he began to laugh like that, it meant that something even more complicated would happen. Especially, it might lead to a subject Lu found most awkward.
Each time that happened, she felt as though she allowed Hayden to dig deeper, little by little, so Lu quickly straightened her body.
“No, I wouldn’t dare.”
“Why not give it a try. I wanted to show you firsthand that there are many exceptions for you.”
“I decided to give up because I really didn’t want to see it.”
“Disappointing. Sit.”
Hayden slightly pulled out a chair and sat her down. During this, he also didn’t forget to observe Ru’s gait and sitting posture, checking if her ankle was in pain.
“I’m fine.”
Ru noticed his gaze and spoke.
“I know. If you’re doing morning training at a decent Imperial level, everyone inside the palace is watching you nervously.”
Why? It’s not that dangerous.
“I’m included in that. Your Highness has a tendency to push your body too hard.”
“Ah, that’s not…”
“Right. If I give you even a little relief, and you immediately get excited and live a daily life equivalent to training, how can I not worry? You might get sick.”
Ru’s eyes rolled tremendously.
“…I thought it would be a bit tough at night?”
“I’ll rest in the afternoon.”
Hayden was satisfied with that comment. He could tell just by looking at her expression now.
“But I have nothing to do here.”
He smirked.
“There’s plenty to do.”
Hmm, that comment sounds ominous. No, to be precise, that smile was ominous.
Male lead is a clingy little husband
One-line summary: The male lead is initially an arrogant, noble, love-deprived brat, later a cute, clingy, scheming little jealous one.
Introduction:
One day, Lu Yuner’s soul transmigrates into a female-dominant world. She enters the Imperial Academy and takes up the position of a doctoral instructor, teaching classes and grading schoolwork.
One day, she encounters the young prince Su Qingwan secretly skipping class from the male academy.
As a result, Su Qingwan is punished.
From then on, Su Qingwan sees Lu Yuner as a “thorn in his side”.
But before long, this “thorn” becomes the person he cherishes most, and he goes to great lengths to win Lu Yuner’s affection.
Mini scene 1:
One day, the sun is high in the sky but Su Qingwan still hasn’t gotten up for class.
Servant Xiaoyuan: “Young prince, it’s time for class. You’ll be late otherwise.”
Su Qingwan says arrogantly: “I’m not going. I am the esteemed prince, my status is so noble, why should I suffer this hardship? Besides, isn’t learning all this just to please women? Hmph, they’re not worthy!”
Mini scene 2:
After Su Qingwan falls for someone, he completely changes. He no longer skips class and diligently learns how to be a good husband and father. But he discovers that Sister Yuner is always surrounded by admirers.
Drunk and overcome with jealousy one day, he clings to Lu Yuner, crying beautifully like a pear blossom in the rain.
Su Qingwan: “Qingwan likes Sister Yuner.”
Lu Yuner: “Young prince, you’re drunk.”
Su Qingwan: “Qingwan isn’t drunk. Qingwan likes Sister Yuner, likes you so much, likes you to bits…” Before he can finish, Lu Yuner’s eyes flash with emotion and she leans in closer.
[Reading Guide]
1. The female lead is gentle, gracious, humble and polite but not weak. The male lead is initially an arrogant, noble, love-deprived brat, later a cute, clingy, scheming little jealous one.
2. 1v1, a bit torturous in the beginning but definitely sweet later on.
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