I, who was sprawled over the desk, nervously tousled my hair.

‘Of course, I allowed it. But what’s the point of permission?’

So, Sesil, who became my assistant, was the first to ask about this.

“Lady Marian, you mentioned that you wouldn’t necessarily disclose that you are Princess Marian from 100 years ago. Does that mean it doesn’t matter what I say?”

“Huh?”

That day happened to be the day I moved my residence, so I was preoccupied. Originally, I just wanted to stay in Chang Palace, but due to the uproar that I couldn’t stay in the same palace as Hadel without getting married, I had to move to a different palace.

‘I haven’t even seen Hadel’s face, is it meaningful to stay in the same palace?’

Anyway, I had to move the palace, so I was very agitated. With the change in my position, the unknown baggage was increasing exponentially, making it even more chaotic.

However, amid all this, Sesil asked such a question.

Sesil wouldn’t bring up such a topic for no reason.

“…Sesil, did you go somewhere and vent?”

I squinted my eyes, a thoroughly angry expression visible.

This, someone must have scolded her severely.

Sesil’s face stiffened as she responded to my question. Standing up straight, she replied.

“If the future queen uses such a tone, it’s not appropriate.”

Tone? I tilted my head. I suddenly felt like teasing Sesil.

I smiled playfully and asked, “Did you come here venting?”

“Venting, that’s the problem.”

Sesil sighed deeply. If she had been relaxed as usual, she would have realized that I was joking, but Sesil closed her eyes tightly and responded seriously.

“If you’re asking if I had a mishap… Yes! I had a mishap.”

“Oh.”

Even if she were a noblewoman like Viscount Yeong-ae, Sesil was not someone to be easily ignored. If she had been that kind of person, no matter how much she basked in the glory of the Bird Prince, she wouldn’t have firmly established her position in the social circles.

‘But giving Sesil a face? What on earth?’

I asked what she heard. Sesil, glancing at me, hesitated, then spilled the beans as if her heart were about to burst.

“Oh, well! It’s difficult to assist someone like Lady Marian, who knows nothing like a commoner!”

So, it turned out she criticized me as an ignorant commoner. If she had openly criticized me, how would she have justified saying such an extraordinary remark? It seemed like she pretended to be concerned about Sesil.

‘Ah, politics remains the same after 100 years.’

To me, who had already been through all sorts of experiences, it was a painless and amusing remark. However, for Sesil, who was far from cunning like Lady Yeong-ae, it must have been an intolerable insult.
“So, Lady Marian, you also have the right to be respected! Is it okay for me to say this? Can I really say it?”

“If I do that, won’t people misunderstand that Sesil’s head has gone somewhere weird?”

“I’d rather become the crazy one!”

“Hmm.”

Sesil has such a side? When we first met, I thought she was like a quiet plant.

‘Well, having energy is a good thing.’

Thinking that way, I nodded nonchalantly.

And the next day.

“Are you really the reincarnation of Princess Marian?”

“I already confirmed that it’s identical to the portrait…”

“Is, is such a thing possible?”

Whatever Sesil said, countless people crowded in front of my palace.

‘After that, it turned out like this.’

Recalling the past for a moment, I sighed through my nose and sat up.

Since then, I didn’t want to think about the mess that unfolded.

To those who came asking what had happened, I had to explain, “The term reincarnation isn’t appropriate. I have all the memories of my past life.”

I had to explain that it wasn’t reincarnation or regression.

“Then the throne…”

“I am not suitable for the throne. I plan to focus on supporting Hadel as his companion.”

I had to convey that I didn’t want to rant any longer to those who asked if I should inherit the throne.

After sorting out numerous opinions, all sorts of tasks flooded in as if they were waiting. I had to deal with palace financial documents, event schedules, personnel arrangements, and more.

‘Ah, it’s still too tiring.’

While lying down, a teacup landed beside my head with a clatter, making a sound.

“Have some tea and cheer up, Lady Marian.”

It was Sesil. Without realizing it, I got up and shouted.

“Sesil! Cancel what I said last time! I want to just be an ignorant commoner.”

“Oh, my. You seem so tired.”

Sesil’s tone seemed comforting, but I felt relieved without regret in her actions.

“But you were so angry.”

Ugh, she really seemed so angry.

Without saying what she said, I stared at Sesil with a grudge. Sesil, with a slightly regretful expression, continued.

“Judging people by their true nature would be great, but most people haven’t matured to have such a developed personality. You spoke without knowing what kind of person Lady Marian is.”

“Uh…”

Hearing that, I pursed my lips. This statement reached the tip of my throat.

‘Have you spent enough time to know what kind of person I am?’