Book 15: Chapter 21


    This way, your life will have a schedule. Do you have any problems with it?


    The maid handed the schedule to Sylvanas with a smile. Sylvanas took in a deep breath, and then carefully epted the schedule. She gave her a choppy, Thank you. Sylvana hadnt ever experienced life in the North before, but she wasnt an idiot. She might look bulky andrge, but she was highly intelligent. Within merely a few days time, she managed to learn all of thenguage necessary for life. Furthermore, she told herself that she had to be patient for her sons sake despite her formal carefree life. Thus, she did her best to adapt habits she wasnt quite used to in her human form. Also, she never caused trouble.


    Initially, everyone was afraid of Sylvanas. However, as she behaved politely and didnt seem violent, everybody soon stopped fearing her as they once did. She also did her best to learn and act on what she learnt. While she hadnt learnt everything there was to learn yet, she had knowledge of basic etiquette  at least, she wouldnt be drinking water for washing ones hands again. Nevertheless, due to thenguage barrier, she still had things to learn.


    The officialnguage of the North had yet to be decided. I nned to use humanitysnguage as the officialnguage, because the elvennguage was tooplicated for humans to pronounce. The voices of elves actually sounded akin to birds. Anthropoids couldnt pronounce elven words, but they could manage humanitys.


    Sylvanas read the schedule in front of her. It wasnt very packed. Strictly speaking, it could barely be considered one. It merely informed her of what she should do; she didnt really have to do anything. All she had to do was appear where required. For instance, she needed to dine together with us, stroll in the flower together and spend free time with us.


    The maid watched Sylvanas, who had to put in a bit of effort to examine it, with a gentle smile. There was some unease on Sylvanas beautiful face. She couldnt understand everything written on the sheet of paper. Of course, there was also a degree of dissatisfaction about having to start a scheduled lifestyle tomorrow. She was particrly nervous, for she heard she could start seeing her son tomorrow.


    With a smile, the maid exined, You need not worry so much. It is basically the same as your lifestyle before. You just need to know when to do what, and you will be fine. It is all right if you forget. You just need to have a maid with you at all times, and she will remind you of what to do and when.


    Sylvanas nodded. She then looked up at the maid and asked, Can you start following me tomorrow, then?


    No.


    Sylvanas froze for a moment. She never expected the maid would refuse her. However, she soon noticed the particr maid was totally different to the other maids. She wore the exact same uniform as the other maids, but she was missing lots of things, and she didnt have a chest te. Instead, she had a shiny chest pin.


    It seems that this maid is different to the other maids. Could she be the head maid, or is she different to the other maids? Sylvanas pondered.


    The maid shook her head, revealing her long elven ears beneath her short hair. Smiling, she exined, Although I would be very happy to, I already have my own master I must serve. I am His Majestys personal servant, so please forgive me, but I cannot follow that order.


    Sylvanas jumped to her feet. She widened her mouth and, sounding surprised, eximed, Ah! Ah! Youre <em>that</em> maid! Youre the maid my son keeps talking about!


    Luna gave excited Sylvanas a big bow with a smile: Yes. Thank you very much. I am able to stand here now thanks to your heart.


    Its nothing; its nothing. The heart was in my sons hand at the time, so he was the one who saved you. I just provided a little help. Sylvanas waved her hand, and then looked at Luna feeling pleased. She then added, Oh, by the way, Luna, let me ask you a question. When we meet tomorrow, how should I wee my son? Shall I give him a hug or a kiss?


    Luna softly giggled. While it was a query, what Sylvanas truly wanted was already written all over her face. She wore a look of eagerness and nervousness. She subconsciously covered her lips, indicating what she wanted.


    But nheless, a mother kissing her son is fine, right? Vyvyan kisses His Majesty daily, after all. Sometimes shell kiss him on his forehead; other times, shell kiss him on his lips. Lucia and Nier nevermented about it, analysed Sylvanas.


    I believe a good morning kiss would be better. After all, Queen Vyvyan gives His Majesty a good morning kiss every day. As you are also his mother, I believe that a good morning kiss is eptable.


    Is it? Is it? I see.


    Luna noticed Sylvanas was very happy to hear the answer she was hoping for. She excitedly grabbed Lunas hands. Luna could only respond with a helpless smile. Luna thought, Perhaps my answer will cause His Majesty some trouble tomorrow morning.


    In a curious tone, Sylvanas asked, Oh, right, Luna, isnt there another woman here? Shes supposed to be like me, a mom.


    True. Elizabeth wasnt present. Elizabeth went out before Vyvyan returned, so Elizabeth had yet to meet Sylvanas. The concern that the two would fight didnt happen, because they didnt meet. Moreover, the two were unlikely to meet soon; actually, they wouldnt meet for the meantime.


    Luna replied with a smile, Are you talking about Empress Elizabeth? I am very sorry, but she has already left. She should have arrived at Rosvenor Empire in the South by now.


    Oh Its a bit of a regret to not get to see her. But why does a mother not stay with her son? Shes a mother, so she should be here? Why does she have to go back? Could there be something more important than her child? Does such a woman really have the right to be a mother? asked Sylvanas.


    Sylvanas didnt care about empires, authority or money Well, she probably did slightly care about gold Nevertheless, none of that couldpare to her child. After all, her son was cuter than gold. She lost her empire and home ages ago. She viewed home as a ce where her family members were. The desert aside, her son became everything to her.


    That would be applicable for you, answered Luna.


    Although Elizabeth didnt show a positive attitude towards Luna at the start, guarded against her and hurt her before, Luna liked Elizabeth very much, because Elizabeth never forced her to leave Troy. Elizabeth threatened her before, but she didnt make things hard for her or hurt her. Thus, Luna wasnt too happy to hear the Sylvanas say that.


    Luna earnestly exined, However, as an Empress, Empress Elizabeth should give her best for her Empire, as well. She loves His Majesty, too, but she also has things she must to attend to.


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    I watched Castell who had walked out the door. He didnt speak for even an hour tonight, but his voice was now hoarse as though he grew another ten years older. It seemed as though it took everything out of him to raise his head. He stood at the door. His shadow looked excessively long due to the moonlight. He looked thin enough to give the impression that he could vanish at any moment. I saw him to the door. He turned his head around to look at me with aplex gaze. He stayed there for a long time and didnt put on his hat.


    I asked, Is there anything else, Castell?


    Uhm. Castell didnt disy a vague attitude this time. He nodded with a very serious attitude. He let out a heavy sigh: I honestly never thought this could happen between you and Her Majesty. Forgive my bluntness, but, Your Majesty, I want to know if you took it a step further with Her Majesty.


    Castells gaze contained a tinge of sorrow. I shook my head with a smile. I didnt know why, but I felt great in that moment. I replied, Whats the point of the question? You cant tell others even if I did tell you.


    Castell quietlyughed: That is correct. I know that. I know that it is meaningless to know the answer to the question. It is just my personal curiosity.


    Castell wanted to reveal a smile with his usual vibe, but his expression looked despondent. I didnt immediately answer the question. Instead, I kept looking at him and I stayed silent until he couldnt hold it in any longer before I responded, Whats it got to do with you?


    Wh-.


    I imagine Castell never expected Id give him such a confrontational response. Everything he wanted to stay, stopped and stayed stuck in his throat. I looked at him with a ridiculing smile and went on, Sorry, I was just trying to crack a joke. But I do remember you telling me that being excessively curious will serve one no good, so you should just stick to taking care of Empress Elizabeth. As for things outside of that duty, you dont need to worry, understood? I am no longer who I once was. I know you might be able to sessfully threaten my sister and family with war, but I dare you to try, and well see how the war ends. Protecting those around me is no longer an issue for me, and that includes my mom.