dorothea
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"Everyone seems to be having an enjoyable time. Marian, are you well?" "Yes, Mother." Marian reflexively smiled brightly. The Empress patted Marian's shoulder, pretending to be loving. People naturally cleared the seats next to Marian and Helena. The Empress sat down and extended her snake-like hand, resting it on Marian’s thigh. Suddenly, she tightened her grip. "Ugh." Marian swallowed her groan. A needle hidden in the Empress's ring sprang out, piercing through the fabric and tearing…-
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Marian let out a heavy sigh and knocked on Abel's door. "Marian?" The door opened with a low voice. Marian's eyes grew round. As if he had just finished washing, Abel wore nothing on his upper body. Not to mention, his pants hung precariously low. Marian unconsciously blushed and turned her head away. "I came because I have something to give you." Marian whispered in a small voice. Abel stared at her reddened nape. Marian was like a block of wood. Whether her brain structure was different…
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It was a place where every single word needed to be careful. She couldn't help but feel tense. However, Abel interpreted it differently. It was a place Cesare wouldn't come to. It was clearly a place where other men's entry would be restricted as well. Abel raised his lips. "A very desirable social gathering." "That's true. A concert. What kind of music has been popular lately." Though they were completely thinking different things, both were satisfied nonetheless. Abel placed another…
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An urgent voice called from outside. Marian and Helena's eyes met. They could hear footsteps approaching. Based on the violent and impatient manner, it was definitely Benjamin. Marian snapped her fingers. The moment her hair changed to light brown, the door swung open without permission. "Helena." Marian bowed her head. Helena covered her mouth with a surprised face. "Hic." Benjamin narrowed his eyes. "What were you doing to be so startled......" Benjamin's gaze turned to Marian. The…
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3. To Princess Jains, secretly… Marian fiddled with her maid's uniform. There was no better outfit for moving around comfortably inside the imperial palace. However, because of Cesare who kept asking around about Ellie, she disguised herself with a different appearance than before. "Going somewhere again today?" Abel, who recognized Marian at once, asked. By now, even seeing Abel wearing an apron and holding a frying pan had become familiar. He filled a bowl with tomato stew that he had…
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Though Abel didn't show it, he was inwardly surprised. Abel and Marian's thoughts matched exactly. 'I thought she was just a weak princess all this time.' That didn't seem to be the case. Abel, feeling better, rubbed Marian's cheek with his thumb. Abel asked affectionately. "What do you want for dinner? I'll make anything." ** Abel showed his skills at dinner as well. Rosette had to admit, albeit grudgingly, that Abel's cooking skills were better. After dinner, Marian took a bath…
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Rosette glared at Liebe with eyes full of wariness. 'Is she openly advertising that she's the Empress's person?' Rosette gritted her teeth. It seemed she would need to call the palace guard dog. Such spies of the Empress should have been driven out long ago. "Well. Though Princess Marian called for me, I thought proper procedures would be needed, so I nudged my father a bit. Fortunately, the Lucerta merchant guild had connections to Her Majesty the Empress." Liebe explained gently. "So I…
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'His Majesty must be desperate.' He knew the Emperor treated his daughter like a street courtesan, but to act this vulgar. "What brings you here today, Marian? His Majesty didn't mention the purpose of your visit." Cesare smiled slyly. He was curious how Marian would act. Marian used to look at Cesare with eyes full of expectation. She would speak to him with moist eyes, as if pleading. 'Are you busy this weekend, Cesare? I want to go sightseeing...... Won't you go out with me?' 'I'd…
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Marian muttered in disbelief. Abel stood in front of the hearth, showing off his broad back. What was even more surprising was that the sight suited him better than expected. "What are you doing here?" Marian opened her eyes wide. Abel turned around with the frying pan in hand to look at Marian. The delicious smell of sizzling oil filled the kitchen. Marian glanced at the frying pan and asked bewilderedly. "What...... are you doing right now?" She truly hadn't thought there would be something…
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The employees quickly disappeared after reading the situation. Marian sighed. This wasn't what she wanted when she followed him out. The very situation of receiving something from Abel made Marian feel burdened and guilty. Marian had imperial blood. Should someone like her receive Abel's generosity? "......You really don't have to. I have plenty of clothes to wear now. They're comfortable too...... We came out because you said you were hungry......" "Marian. This isn't because you need…
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