Book 17: Chapter 14
Mom sat in her chair feeling ted. She allowed thedy-in-waiting to fix her long ck hair while speaking to me with notable excitement: Isnt this a good thing? Son, nobody dares to be impudent in Mommys presence. See how sessful this was? Daisy was sessfully baptised, and everyone is happy. Isnt that great?
I quietlyughed: Im d it went without a glitch. To be honest, I was nervous initially, but as I said, Im d that it went smoothly. It appears the new church didnt do anything, as they want to gain the support of the royal family as opposed to being the hot-headed type wholl do anything without considering repercussions.
Isnt that good? That means they can fight all they want without impacting us.
Mom flicked her hair, pleased with her hairstyle. Strictly speaking, it didnt count as a hairstyle. However, being a woman, she was mindful of her hair.
Thedy-in-waitings expression suddenly froze. She looked as though she was going to cry. I knew thedy-in-waiting felt she was doomed. Mom was in a great mood, though, so she didnt get angry. Further, there was still time. Thedy-in-waiting quivered as she shook Moms hair out and began tob it again.
I nodded: True.
If the new church was a brainless organisation that acted on whims, they would only be a hazard that gives the empire grief. They, however, made a wise choice and disyed their loyalty to the royal family, which was why Mom and I didnt n to do anything to them. Since the two churches were both loyal and willing to serve the royal family, it didnt matter who we chose.
Given that the new church could also serve the royal family and was a systematic religion, Elizabeth didnt care which religion was negative. Although the old church disyed a satisfactory standard of respect andpetence through the baptism, the new church did so, too. Mom initially nned to eliminate one. After the baptism, she changed her mind and decided to watch things y out from the sidelines, for their conflict didnt affect her rule.
This is good enough.
Mom turned her head side to side. She was pleased with her new hairstyle
Forgive my bluntness, but I think all ck hair is the same
Mom stood up. She then rubbed thedy-in-waitings head to express that she was content. She then turned around and enthused, Lets go, Son. Hold my cape. Lets attend the grandest banquet!
I nodded. I gently picked up the portion of Moms cape on the ground and held it in my hand.
It was a formal banquet. After all, the rulers of all vassal states were present. Mom also wore her most formal clothing. Daisy didnt show up, as she had fallen asleep in the room the maids and Valkyries offered their servitude.
Castell pushed the door open for us. Mom pulled off her ck veil and entered with a bright smile. The entire Royal Pce erupted into exmations and gasps of surprise. Many people hadnt seen her without her ck veil before. They finally had the honour of seeing one of the continents two most beautiful women, who happened to be my mom, Mommy Elizabeth.
Mom cheerfully dered, Everyone, enjoy yourselves!
The celebratory atmosphere in the entire Royal Pce peaked. Everyone watched Daisy wear on the crown of the sessor to the empire. Daisy was safe and sound. The ceremony disyed the power and majestic aura of the empire. Those factors were enough of a reason for the vassal states to continue as vassal states in peace. Therefore, the entire operation was a great sess.That, however, left me a little disappointed.
I was ready to take on any dangers, yet my preparations all went to waste. It was different to the experiences I was used to. Normally, something happened wherever I happened to be, yet the ceremony went without any hups. It was both surprising and disappointing.
Stop, stop, I cant think that way. Its good that Daisy is safe and sound, I told myself.
I suddenly felt a soft and cold glove around my arm while I was having a drink at a table. Startled, I turned my head to see the side of Niers fine face. She had her hair held in ce at the back of her head with a hairpin, which was made from a gem, thereby revealing her neck and earlobes. She wore a low-cut dress. A purple gem ne rested on her warm and soft valley. Her long, silky white gloves covered her arms. She gently wrapped her arms around mine and, in a flirtatious manner, whispered, Im so d Daisy is fine, Your Majesty.
Yeah, our daughter, Daisy, is fine.
I gave Nier a light peck on her face. She softly giggled then looked around before quietly saying, If we werent at the ball, Id really want to kiss you. That said, when we get backter, lets have some fun, Your Majesty I will wear a camisole, white stockings and gloves. I know you like me dressed that way, am I right?
Honestly, I really do, Nier.
You really are special, huh But since Ive put in so much effort, you better not ask to sleep. To be frank, Your Majesty, I want to give Daisy a brother or sister. A younger brother would be best. It feels as though something is missing if you dont have a son.
It doesnt bother me, Nier. It goes without saying that Id be happy to have a son, but Im still very happy to just have my four adorable daughters.
Really? Thats great, then.
Niers giggle expressed her bliss. She then gently leaned her warm body onto me. Shed drop her gentle side and transform into a wild beast riding my hips at night. A beauty with white stockings on me did feel darn good, admittedly.
The interior of the Royal Pce was peaceful while the rest of Hilles City was in a carnival state. Truth be told, the reality was Daisys baptism had nothing to do with themoners. They just wanted to seize every opportunity to party. Their passion did show their trust in the royal family, however, because not only did Mom not forbid them from partying but even paid the difference to reduce the cost of liquor. Thus, apanying the smell of malt was boorish, yet sincere, exmations of Long live Your Majesty! Freya was right. The people will support your rule as long as theres food, hot water, alcohol and women. That was why Mommy Elizabeth provided them with all of those things.