The Villainess Intends to Have It All (13 Chapters Left to Complete) - Chapter 79

A considerable number of envoys had gathered at the Imperial Palace when Enzo announced he would host a banquet attended by the delegations and key nobles.

The kingdoms’ reactions varied.

Some prepared gifts meant to win the Emperor’s favor, others dressed extravagantly to make a good impression, and still others silently swallowed their resentment toward his autocratic behavior.

After all, the banquet had been more of a notification than an invitation.

Before the banquet, Erina received a message from Enzo and entered the palace already splendidly adorned.

Enzo had sent her a vivid red dress embroidered with golden thread—a design reserved solely for imperial family members.

Since the imperial bloodline had always been known for their crimson-gold hair, the crimson dress lavishly adorned with golden embroidery was virtually a symbol of royalty itself.

Though Erina felt uneasy wearing it, she understood Enzo had sent it to impress the kingdoms, so she made extra effort with her appearance.

The crimson silk mermaid-sleeveless dress was wrapped from shoulders to elbows in delicate lace.

From the bust downward, lush golden floral embroidery gradually thinned toward the waist, until the hem was densely stitched with layers of golden petals.

It vividly resembled a scene where petals had fallen naturally from a blooming flower.

Erina’s straight hair had been curled into soft waves, half of it braided and coiled into a rose-like shape, then tied with a golden ribbon.

Even from afar, Erina unmistakably shone—anyone who saw her would assume she was the main character.

Arriving slightly earlier than banquet time, Erina came to the palace to meet Sander, who had been there since dawn.

While walking toward Sander, Erina spotted a familiar figure in the distance.

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