I Received The First Time Of My Extraordinary Superior (9 Chapters Left to Complete) - Chapter 123

“I’m already used to it, so I’m fine.”

“Just how exceptional is Redford? How dare a mere marquess’s family oppose the future Emperor of Arsenal taking a concubine? This is the perfect chance to prove once and for all that the rumor—that the Arsenal Imperial House tiptoes around a mere marquess—is utterly false.”

Though Princess Lucille’s words tumbled out with a pained expression, seemingly out of concern for Crown Prince Edward, in truth they subtly wounded his pride.

“What nonsense! Hmph! By any chance… have you heard other rumors?”

“Well, actually….”

“No, why are you hesitating?”

“It’s just so absurd and shameful…. They say His Majesty the Emperor intends to grant Philip the Prince not only me, but also the Kingdom of Annes—and even the throne itself…. Ah, I deeply resent the Redfords and the Crown Princess for standing between Your Highness and me.”

Princess Lucille collapsed sobbing into Crown Prince Edward’s arms. He held her close, his expression full of pity, and steeled his resolve.

“I will never let you go to anyone—ever.”

“But how…?”

“Soon enough, Agatha and Redford will have no choice but to acknowledge you as my consort. If they wish to save Logan Redford and place me on the throne at the same time….”

Crown Princess Agatha, having heard this much, clapped a hand over her mouth and sank limply to the floor.

Her face had gone deathly pale, overwhelmed by fear and shock as if she’d just seen a ghost.

Sydney whispered, “Your Highness, just a moment,” then lifted Agatha into her arms and hurried away from the spot.

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