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    graciously got involved and wanted to make me apologize to that old hag that calls herself a paragon of good conduct. I refused and got send away.”


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    more evidence that supported their conviction and made them spread their gossip in the empress'' presence. Blanche had to refrain from giving such talk a foundation with her behavior. She had known that she would have to attempt to seem inconspicuous before, but today''s events had proven that she needed to hold back even more. This included staying away from the emperor when he was in public, especially if he was accompanied by his wife. Though it would allow the fated couple to come closer without obstacles, which she would have to observe from a distance, it was a necessity.


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    “Great. Another member of the family that opposes me at every chance they get. They have an heir already, so that won''t change much, but if their son''s development is any indication, this child will be unbearable too. And since it''s my cousin, I''ll have to visit their baby party and spend time with these people as well. I''m overjoyed.” Theodore sounded more annoyed than anything else, which was quite calming.


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    directly next to you. I mean, the table outside does have enough other chairs.”