Book 6: Chapter 56


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    In short, the weddings were very sessful. Both humanity and the elven imperial guards indicated that they were very pleased with it. Echte cried tears of joy as his daughter had married into the imperial family and couldnt speak coherently in front of the queen. Vyvyan told him to forego the formalities and allowed him to bring his weapons into the imperial pce since we were basically family now. For the elves, being a family member of imperial family didnt hold any extra significance because power was determined by mana. Echte was now a member of the imperial family, but he still wasnt worshipped by anybody.


    It was different for humanity though, except, Nier didnt have any family so there wont be anyone who rises into the heavens from the bottom-rung. That saved the empress the trouble of considering power bnces.


    The merry of the wedding continued until night before ending. Everyone enjoyed it as much as they could, filling the air with the smell of wine. You didnt have to drink to get intoxicated. You could get drunk by smelling the air alone. Lucia had to leave early due to her health. That caught the attention of lots of people who tried to find out if I had an heir to which I denied.


    I dont want for everyone to know about Lucias pregnancy because if somebody is plotting something then Lucia whos pregnant will easily be a target. I intend to have her stay with Vyvyan until she gives birth for the sake of keeping her safe. Lucia soon had to return to the elven side. I dont want to part with her, but I dont feel safe keeping her by my side.


    Vyvyan can protect her better. As a man, I dont want to admit that I cant protect my wife because of my pride. But the truth is, I really am not as strong as Vyvyan, so I entrusted mom with her safety. I believe that Vyvyan will do everything in her power for her grandchilds sake.


    I have absolute confidence in my mom too. That is indisputable.


    But now Im slightly worried about Elizabeth since she wasnt in a very good state today. She looked like she was forcing a happy smile. She was crying but it didnt look like tears of happiness but tears of sadness. She left the party very early so Im really worried.


    Your majesty, congrattions on your marriage to Miss Nier.


    When I went back to my pce, all of the maids greeted me with a smile. I nodded to greet them back. They all received two empire gold coins today as a reward. A single gold coin is considered a huge amount for a girl from an ordinary family so they were particrly hard working when serving the guests today as well.


    Nier doesnt hold her liquor well so she left first. Lucia had already turned in. I carefully pushed the door open. The fire was already out. Nier was curled up and sound asleep. It looks like I can sleep in peace today. Luna who was sitting on a chair to the side stood up and took my cape with a smile. She quietly said: Your majesty, congrattions on your marriage with Miss Nier and Miss Lucia. It looks like I will have to call Miss Nier, princess from now on.


    Uhm. Youve worked hard too, Luna. I made you go through something so dangerous


    Luna shook her head and with a smile replied: Its alright. It was my decision to go and I decided on my actions. Thank you very much foring to my rescue today You could have chosen not toe but you still did


    Dont say that. I cut her off and sternly continued, Luna, youre as important as Nier and Lucia to me. I wont abandon you for them.


    In that case, right here in front of Miss Nier, I mean, our princess, please kiss me.


    Luna looked up at me with a smile but serious look. I lingered for a moment before taking a step back awkwardly. I was a little scared now. Dont you think Lunas request is a little too strange? Its basically ying with fire. Nier is drunk right now, but if she wakes up and sees me kissing Luna in front of her, I bet shell run her sword through this cheating husband of hers heart and Lunas.


    I was joking, your majesty. Luna giggled softly and then picked up a paper bag. She said: A man sent this over before. He said that it was clothes that you ordered. They are ready now. Are you going somewhere now?


    Uhm. Im going to go and see her majesty.


    I took the paper bag then made a hand gesture to keep quiet and said: If Nier wakes up, just tell her I havent returned yet. I think Ill be back tonight if nothing unexpected happens that is


    Alright, your majesty.


    Luna didnt say anything else. I got changed outside. This is the robe I asked to have made based on the information Vyvyan provided. The previous set was the set my father left behind. It wouldnt be such a good idea for me to wear that one, but it looks like his tastes are simr to mine. The robes main colour was white.


    It was very simr to what I usually wore. Could it be that Elizabeth had my clothes made ording to her memory?


    Inard, did you know that our child, our Troy got married today?


    Elizabeth gently touched the long-sword in her hand and muttered to herself. Her eyes were full of tears. Several bottles of strong winey in all directions on the ground next to her feet and the air smelt like wine.


    She gently and affectionately touched her long sword, the sword her husband gifted her. The sword was the sword elf-kings wielded, which is the only other thing Inard left with her other than their child. It was thest time he provided her with his protection. Inard cant protect her at her side so he had to have the sword stay with her in his ce. That was thest gentle gesture he left for her.


    Our son has grown up How ironic Hes our child and yet neither of us watched him grow up. He was just a tiny infant back then. Its like he grew up in the blink of an eye. Hes my child and yet I couldnt see him Youre my husband, so why arent you by my side?


    A few drops of tearsnded on her sword and ran down it slowly. Elizabeth ignored the tears coursing down her face. She spaced out as she looked at her long-sword. She wanted to see her husband on the sword onest time.


    When I watched our childs wedding today, I noticed that he looks more and more like you. Hes bing more and more like you back then I almost couldnt hold myself back from hugging him His wedding reminded me of us. We didnt even have a wedding, did we? Inard Our child has returned to my side Please when will you be able to return to my side? I can give up the throne and the empire if it means that you can return to my side. Lets find some ce and have a happy and peaceful home, okay?  Lets just lead ordinary lives just like back then


    The door to her room slowly got pushed open. Without raising her head up, she grouched: Get lost. Without my orders, no one is all-


    Elizabeth


    In a hazy state, Elizabeth looked up. Through her hazy vision obstructed by her tears and dizziness, that familiar long-white cape, that familiar smile and that familiar physique appeared in front of her


    Elizabeth looked at him nkly while she murmured her loved ones name: Inard


    Elizabeth


    This wasnt a dream


    Nor was it a hallucination from being under the influence


    Because Inards embrace was still as warm as it was back then. Hugging him put her ease just like back then


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