“So, you really are that Queen Sisi’s descendant? That’s a surprise,” remarked the man, expression stern as he examined the family tree.
Queen Sisi’s family tree was simple. Presumably, none of her descendants had much desire to reproduce. … Read more
Note: the timeline is going to jump a bit over the place in coming volumes, so check the comments if you need guidance.
“You realise how important this is, right?”
“I do,” replied the young girl, accompanying … Read more
Twenty years later…
“Princess Freya, they request we approve of Lin Dongqing’s request to seek treatment in the elven lands. His illness seems to have worsened,” reported Gerald, as he crossed the long glass corridor with … Read more
We confirmed what resource each noble would be responsible for, which included food, gun powder, weapons, clothes and other military resources. What the nation could provide in terms of resources and production abilities eluded the boy. He finally … Read more
I had gradually gotten used to having all eyes on me when I was around the nobles. Still, it made me nervous every time. Melissa’s attendance in the circular hall was a surprise to me. She must’ve … Read more
“I didn’t expect you’d want to be back. What happened? Did you actually come back for our delicious food? I reckon the food at the imperial palace tastes better. This place isn’t an eatery.”
Serious. I seriously … Read more
“Sir Shishang, we are allies now, I guess. So, I think you can help me with a favour.” Before leaving, I stood opposite Shishang on the shore and handed him a letter written on the best paper … Read more
Perhaps they considered their Queen’ face as something they couldn’t view. That’d explain why Shishiang didn’t dare to look up. I incorrectly assumed the boy standing beside the Queen was an aristocrat’s son when he was … Read more
The people downstairs at the tavern were asleep, but the atmosphere outside was notably tense unlike last night – courtesy of the mutiny last night. The soldiers patrolling the streets with flags were tense, and the anxiety … Read more
“We are going to have peace talks?”
“We cannot do that; we cannot accept that outcome. We are warriors. We have our honour and traditions. We will not hand over our land. I would rather die fighting … Read more