CH 126

"......!"

The knight was startled and took a step back. He, a knight of the Imperial Palace, did not feel any presence. The knight, who had put his hand on the scabbard around his waist without realizing it due to the sudden tension, slowly lowered his hand and opened his mouth.

"Duke Ambrosia-nim, how......"

"From here on, I will escort Countess Millen, so I suggest you go first and tell His Majesty that Countess Millen will be arriving soon."

The knight blinked his wide eyes in surprise, then came back to his senses when Ethan's forehead narrowed slightly.

"Yes, roger that! Duke Ambrosia-nim."

As he turned around gently, he glanced at Ethan holding Sarah's hand and leading her. He thought it was because he was distracted by Sarah Millen that he couldn't read the signs of Ethan’s approach. After confirming that the knight had completely moved away, Sarah looked at Ethan and asked.

"Why are you here?"

Ethan, whom she thought was with the Emperor, appeared in front of her. She was happy to see him a little earlier, and Sarah struggled to press the corner of her lips that was about to go up.

"We still have a long way to go to the Emperor’s Palace."

There was still some distance left to the Emperor’s Palace. The existing Empress’ Palace was close to the Emperor’s Palace, but it belonged to the deceased Empress. The Empress' Palace, where the current Empress lived, was the furthest away from the Emperor’s Palace. Since they were as far apart as the distance between their hearts and feelings, Sarah would have to walk a little further to get on the waiting carriage.

"I came to meet you because it seems to take longer than I thought."

"If you wait, I'll be there."

"If we head to each other’s way, we will be able to meet sooner."

"......"

Sarah's eyelashes trembled at Ethan's words. He was right, but what made her heart flutter was probably because she gave meaning to Ethan's words. Even though she knew it all too well, it was insanely good.

"How was your meeting with the Empress?"

"Ah, it was better than I thought. We decided to be good friends."

"......With the Empress?"

* * *

Ethan Ambrosia and Sarah Millen stood side by side in the Emperor's secret office.

"Are you finally showing your precious face, Countess Millen?"

The Emperor's eyes were darkened. At the end of his gaze on Sarah, it was as if there was a sharply gleaming blade.