The Empress couldn’t grasp the meaning of Gwynavere’s words and remained silent. Gwynavere, as if knowing something, chuckled and said,
“Like a daughter to me.”
“Oh, I see.”
“Currently, she’s as precious as my son, if not more.”
A daughter-in-law more precious than a son. This was because the precious daughter-in-law had sacrificed her life three times to bring back her son.
“But why haven’t you officially adopted her yet?”
“You ask many unnecessary questions, Empress Mama. I’ll take care of that trivial registration in due time.”
“I see.”
Upon turning 18, they would be married right away. It was because they were still too young, and according to Arendia law, marriage was not possible at such an age.
“When I was young, arranged marriages were allowed.”
When did the law change like this? Those diligent politicians.
On the other hand, the Empress had a different thought.
“Indeed, Gwynavere Rodante is a stern witch. I don’t know what aspect of that child she sees to bring her in as a daughter, but if she disappoints her, she will discard her at any time.”
Even though she seemed to be doting on her now, the whims of a witch were unpredictable. This woman had even abandoned her only son born to her.
“Maybe she just wants to play at raising a daughter now.”
Larisa, dressed in a beautiful dress, looked adorable like a doll. Perhaps Gwynavere was simply enchanted by that cuteness.
“Our Princess used to boast so much about the time she visited Rodante. Later, I was so envious. How about it, Lord Rodante? Would you consider visiting the palace with Miss Larisa next time?”
“If I’m not busy.”
He probably would be. However, Gwynavere was someone who knew how to speak empty words. With all the nobles watching, there was hardly a case where she would outright refuse the Empress’s request.
“We’ll look forward to it.”
During a brief silence, Gwynavere thought.
“I told her to brag about the kids. Is this the right timing?”
Who knows. Gwynavere opened her mouth seemingly out of nowhere.
“Our son.”
“Yes?”
“William got the top score on the entrance exam this time.”
“I see.”
The Empress felt tense as Gwynavere suddenly brought up a topic. Considering her intention to connect the Princess with William Rodante, Gwynavere’s abrupt mention seemed to have a purpose.
However, to her surprise, Gwynavere continued with a boast that took her breath away.
“His exam scores this time were excellent as well.”
“Is that so?”
“Indeed, he’s my son.”
“Really, impressive. I wonder if he’ll continue with top honors until graduation.”
Playing along vaguely, Gwynavere chuckled. And that was it. The Empress tried hard to figure out if there was any hidden intention in Gwynavere’s face, but to no avail.
Initially, Gwynavere’s intention itself was to brag about her son. In this hunting competition, she planned to showcase how much she cherished her son and daughter-in-law.
But the more she hesitated, the quicker the wives who made eye contact with her lowered their heads. In this situation, she couldn’t initiate a conversation.
“Should I be satisfied with bragging to the Empress?”
Not long after, Hedel gathered all the prey struck by lightning. People either screamed or marveled at the floating carcasses of dead beasts in the air.
“Today’s winner! Duke Gwynavere Rodante!”
“Wow!!!”
Even in Gwynavere’s exploits, there was no shortage of praise for the victor. Gwynavere chuckled as she received the crown.
“I will dedicate this crown to Larisa Rodante!”
Gwynavere shouted loudly. In the lively atmosphere, someone nudged Elizabeth, and when Larisa looked surprised, she turned around. Princess Elizabeth was winking.
Larisa, in a daze, climbed onto the platform. The crown meant for the winner of the hunting competition now adorned Larisa’s neck. Due to her small head, the crown turned into a necklace rather than a headpiece.
“I bestow upon you all the honors I can give.”
“What?”
Startled by the sudden words, Larisa asked in confusion. Gwynavere smiled and whispered into her ear.
“So, take good care of our son.”
The Empress, who didn’t hear Gwynavere’s whisper, suddenly had a different thought.
“All the honors…”
The Empress thought of the only prince in this country, who was too young to be brought to the hunting ground. As a woman, what could be the most honorable position she could achieve?
“I can’t accept an unknown child as my daughter-in-law.”
The Empress decided to put aside the idea of creating a bond between the Princess and Larisa for the time being. If Gwynavere’s intention was to make Larisa the Empress…
“That can’t happen. Taking a girl from a back alley, not even my own daughter…”
My Arch-enemy Sealed My Memory and Said That He is My Husband
This is an incredibly captivating story that you absolutely shouldn’t miss! I’ll give a brief introduction here, and below you’ll find a detailed synopsis of the plot.
The female lead is a fierce and powerful demon king. The male lead is a once-in-a-millennium celestial lord, admired by the entire cultivation world.
They are equally matched, legendary rivals who have battled for centuries.
In the final duel, the female lead is gravely injured. The male lead saves her, seals her memories, and hides her true identity. He tells her that he is her fiancé. His entire life has been flawless—except for the one thing he never expected, never controlled, and never wanted to control: falling for his greatest enemy. She is his inner demon, his obsession.
When the female lead regains her memories, she is furious at his deception.
She makes his life a living hell.
And somehow, the male lead—possibly a total masochist—doesn’t mind at all. In fact, he’s happy she’s paying attention to him.
Yep, we’re back to my favorite trope: male lead suffering. If you love this kind of story, jump into the pit with me now!!!
Intro
Dong Xia lost her memory.
Her handsome and extremely powerful fiancé Li Qing comforted her: “It’s okay if you can’t remember. I’ll always be with you.”
Everyone thought Dong Xia’s ancestors must have burned incense to get such a perfect fiancé. He was the number one person in the immortal realm, yet he remained chaste and only loved her.
…
The day before marrying her fiancé, Dong Xia finally remembered everything.
She wasn’t suffering from memory loss at all.
Her arch-enemy had made her fake her death, destroyed her cultivation, replaced her memories, and pretended to be her deeply in love fiancé.
No wonder he said, “It’s okay if you can’t remember”!
Dong Xia laughed coldly as she pulled out her long knife: Li Qing, prepare to die 🙂
*
Li Qing, as the supreme being of the immortal realm, was the people’s shining beacon.
The only unknown stain in his life was his affection for Dong Xia, the ruler of the demon realm.
In the final battle of the war between immortals and demons, the sky collapsed and the earth shattered. The ruler of the demon realm was finally slain under the sword of the supreme being of the immortal realm, and everyone in the immortal realm applauded.
The cultivation world lost a ruler of the demon realm.
And in the back mountain of Li Qing’s cave dwelling, he secretly hid away a fiancée.
Notes:
1. The female lead is white on the outside, black on the inside, and the queen of flattery; the male lead repeatedly tests the edge of darkness, a VIP guest at the crematorium.
2. Fantasy cultivation world setting.
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