The Last Princess of the Kingdom of Verdant
15.
“This is the emperor's guest, please open the door.”
Anne could see the silhouettes of the guards of the emperor's study, they looked extremely large. Seeing them, Anne thought about Hans. It had been a few days since they last met. Ah, I should focus on thinking about the emperor first.
The Emperor was standing reading some files beside a large window. Although the Terra Empire had not been at war for a long time, the Emperor Pitrus looked very sturdy. It was obvious that he was always training his body. The emperor was seen to have a slightly dark body and dark black hair.
“Hm, who is this young lady who dares to face the emperor?”
“Good afternoon, I am Annette de Voinn the last daughter of the Voinn family. Thank you for being willing to meet me.” Anne said her greeting awkwardly. He could feel his chest burning hot. Well, the aura that an emperor exudes is indeed very different.
“No need for pleasantries, what do you want?”
“Please help Verdant, your majesty.”
“HAH, and if you win, will Verdant be able to rebuild his kingdom?”
“I'm sure there are still many Verdant nobles who survived and my father is still fighting for Verdant. Verdant has not lost.”
“Sadly Verdant is gone, miss. Wart has successfully taken over the government of Verdant.”
The room was quiet for a few moments. They were all shocked by what they had just heard.
“Verdant lost ..?” Chris does not believe Verdant can be defeated in just a few days. What they had prepared instantly disappeared from his mind. Now how can they save Verdant?
“I just got the news this morning. Terra could have taken Verdant back, but of course to be part of Terra, how's Miss Voinn?”
“No! I'm gonna take back Verdant! with or without the help of Terra!”
“HAHAHA, good luck miss. Well, I'm busy,”
“Yang noble, please reconsider. The Voinn family is very influential on the economy in Terra.” Chris tried to persuade the emperor.
“Hahaha, you will now stay in Terra, won't you? Voinn is my people now. Looking at Voinn's contribution and treasure, I can give you the title of Marquis.”
“I will not give up! I'll take Verdant back, anyhow.”
“Hmm ...”
“Ah, sorry your honor. My father left me this letter.” Chris recalled the letter his father had left him, and immediately handed it to the emperor.
The Emperor read it quickly and directly threw it at his desk.
“This is not important, the most important thing is the decision of Miss Voinn. Alright, Terra will help, but on condition that you should marry my son and become the King and Queen of Verdant.”
MARRYING?! I'm not even old enough! Ah, maybe he meant it when he captured Verdant? Wow, this emperor is really greedy. What am I supposed to do? Refuse, accept?
“Cannot be Your Majesty! Anne was only eleven years old!”
“Hahaha, of course when they are old enough. After all you can't possibly lead an army to fight against the Wart now right? You want Terra to lead?”
It'll be too late if I have to wait for my age! Is there no other way out? Is Verdant hopeless? Anne could feel her hot eyes and tears that were about to fall. He could only bow down lamenting the already non-existent Kingdom of Verdant.
“Acting as soon as possible is necessary, but you should plan carefully. Think carefully. I have to attend a meeting.”
The emperor took some files from his desk and walked out of the room.
“I'm sorry for what happened to your family.” The Emperor patted Anne's shoulder slowly as it passed her.
They were speechless as the emperor passed them and exited the room. The guards also did not react to anything, they simply stood waiting for Anne, Chris, and Collin to exit the room.
“Ah, miss, we better go back and wait for the miss family before taking any further decision.” Collin felt there was no hope to fight Wart if there was only Anne herself.
Chris hugged Anne who was still lowered to walk out. At first glance he could see Anne's tears falling onto the carpet. Doing nothing at a time like this is a very difficult task.
“Excuse me miss, the emperor allows the lady to rest in the living room. If you'd like, let me deliver.”
“Thank you.” Chris nodded to the commander. Seeing Anne's condition, it was indeed better for them to rest first.
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“See there brother! Looks like it's the duke's daughter that was talked about!” The second daughter of the emperor, Hera, immediately hid behind the knight statue that was nearby. Hera also pulls her sister Parlo into hiding.
“Shh, lower your voice Hera. They'll hear you.”
“Hey, what are you doing?” Reinhardt who happened to pass by was astonished to see his brother's behavior.
“SHHHH!!” Hera tried to silence Reinhardt so they wouldn't be caught peeping.
“What's up?? What other problems did you do?!” Reinhardt whispered while he went into hiding.
“See it there! They just got out of dad's study!” Hera whispered back while noticing the figure walking away.
“Who is it?” Reinhardt still looked confused.
“Hera says they are nobles from the Kingdom of Verdant.” Parlo tried to explain.
“Then? Is that something interesting? I'm gone already. I'm not interested in father's business.” Reinhardt left them.
“See the boy Brother! Looks like he's younger than me, let's follow them!” Without waiting for Parlo's approval, Hera immediately withdrew her hand.
“Hei! slow down! You are very impatient.”
“See my sister, the boy is so beautiful! Isn't that the big sister type? Hihihi.” Hera could finally see Anne's face, as Anne raised her head.
“Hey, don't talk carelessly!” Parlo becomes curious about Anne's face, after hearing Hera's words.
“Ah! They went into the living room ...” Hera looks disappointed to not be able to see Anne again.
“Ah, stop. Let's just go back.” Parlo was a little disappointed not to see Anne, but how else. They couldn't possibly disturb the emperor's guests.
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Tok
“Excuse me. The Empress invited Miss Annette and Mr. Chris to dinner together after the meeting with the nobles was completed.”
“Pe- Empress?”
Anne never saw Chris in this moment. Dinner with the royal family seems to be a very rare thing, although Anne herself has often had dinner with King Verdant.
“I'll take you when it's time. Please rest in this room for a while. If you need anything, just tell the waiter who is on guard here.” After delivering the message, the commander returned out of the room.
“Excuse me miss. I will replace the tea, because it is cold.”
“Thank you. Can you bring some snacks too?” Chris thought maybe a sweet treat could make Anne a little more cheerful.
Anne still sat in silence while occasionally eating snacks and chocolates brought by the servants. Chris and Collin are in talks to find a way and a strategy to reclaim the Kingdom of Verdant.
“Maybe it's good we find a teacher for Anne. Anne should at least be able to show that she is capable of leading the Voinn.” family
“Good I will soon find guru.”
“I have to go back to Crotta in a few days. Hopefully we can get some news from the search team. Oh yes, please take care of the problems in Castle Porta. The officers who "
Tok
A knock at the door cut off their conversation. The commander has returned.
“If you are ready, I will take you to the dining room.”
“How is Anne, you are willing to accept the empress' invitation?”
“Iya Brother. I'm already okay. Just a little tired.”
“Alright, just say it when you want to go home.”
“Hmm ...”
“I will wait here miss.” Collin bowed and they went to follow the commander.
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