The Last Princess of the Kingdom of Verdant

32.

“Annette de Voinn of the Voinn family, please come before Emperor Pitrus.”

Hearing her name being called, Anne and Brother Chris immediately stood up. They walked slowly to the center of the hall. The atmosphere was very quiet, making Anne nervous. He still did not dare to look back and only focused on the Emperor.

After arriving in front of the Emperor, Brother Chris took off his grasp and returned to his seat. Anne placed both her hands gracefully before her body, just as the marchioness had taught her.

Anne could not focus on listening to what the priest who presided over the ceremony said, she could only hear her heartbeat beating so fast.

‘Quiet Anne, everything will be fine. It's not a big ceremony, and I just need to recite the oath and return to my seat.’ Anne tried to calm herself down, she had to listen to the precepts of the priest when she had to start reading his vows.

Anne closed her eyes and regulated her breathing. I hope no one sees him nervous.

‘Ah!’ Anne cried out in surprise. Anne was slightly jumped when she suddenly felt a splash of water hitting her hand. The water swirled around his hands, making him amused. Anne pinched her hand slowly, and opened her eyes again. He has to focus.

Everyone has been struggling to prepare for it since a few days ago, this ceremony should not fail. It was fortunate that Anne became a little more relaxed after that, she knew many were supporting her from behind.

“... and as the nobles of the Terra Empire, have the right to participate in decision making ..”

Fortunately, he was able to overcome his nervousness quickly. There was still plenty of time before he had to mention his vow. Anne could still feel the swirling water bubbles in her hands. Is this Rein's magic? Don't jump to conclusions Anne, the Marchioness also has magic with the water element.

“Annette de Voinn, please recite the oath of allegiance as a noble of the Terra Empire.”

Hearing the Imam's words, Anne aloud recited the vows she had memorized. He purposely uttered it out loud so that when his voice trembled, no one would notice.

The ceremony went well, without any interruptions. After Anne finished her vow, Anne knelt while the emperor stood up and went down to approach her. Someone came and gave the coronation sword to the emperor.

Anne had a bit of goosebumps looking at the sword the emperor used in the coronation, fortunately the emperor lifted and moved it gently and slowly. The sword was large and decorated with jewels and gold, making it shine and sparkle beautifully.

Although this sword is only a decoration and is used for the coronation or rapture of knights only, the sword is still a sword. Anne became curious as to what kind of sword the emperor used for battle.

After completing Anne's enthronement, the emperor returned the sword and helped Anne to her feet. Anne did not expect the emperor to be a very considerate person, though often spoke out firmly. After the emperor returned to his seat, Chris came and led Anne back to her seat.

Shortly after, the ceremony ended when the emperor, empress, and crown prince walked out of the room. Instantly the room was filled with the sounds of people talking around it.

“... Blind son of the Voinn family ..”

“I have never heard of him, they must have hidden him all this time ..”

“Dad, let me get engaged to her!”

" … Is he really blind? but she looks normal, doesn't she?"

Vaguely Anne could hear them talking about it, but she did not care much about it.

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“You are so amazing Anne! I'm just very pounding, even if only looking from behind.” Hera immediately came over when the event was over.

“You did well. Congratulations Anne, on the title of Marquis of Pallona.” This time Rein also came to congratulate.

“Thank you, your majesty.” Anne smiled shyly.

“Hmm, since the show is over, let's play Anne!”

“Sorry Hera, but I have to come back soon. My teacher from Crotta is coming today.”

“Ah .. so ... fine ..” Hera did not even cover up her disappointment.

“Hilda, please give the other letter to Prince Rein.”

“Good miss.”

“Hmm? Is this Anne?”

“Ah, here's a reply to the invitation letter of that time. Sorry I just got back at it now.”

“Invitation letter? You also gave a letter to Rein?” Parlo did not expect Rein and Anne to have a close conversation. He regretted never going to visit Anne.

“You don't need to know Parlo. Thank you Anne, be careful on the road.”

“Yeah, a few minutes. Come on, don't bother Anne again. Dad must have been waiting for us inside.” Rein pulled Parlo away.

‘Hm? Older a few minutes?’ Anne thought Parlo was Rein's sister, but they were twins.

“Ah, brother wait! See you Anne!” Hera waved her hand as she ran inside.

“Kak, let's accompany me to play!” Anne could still hear Hera's voice growing smaller.

“Come on, are you ready to go back?”

“Marchioness, I want to go to town to buy something, you can go home first with Brother Chris.”

“You need something Anne? I can buy it for you.”

“Thank you marchioness, but I want to go buy it myself. I've also never been to the capital.”

“Alright, I'll accompany you Anne.” Chris was kind to accompany.

“No need brother, I know brother is very busy lately. Hans, Hilda, and Nanny are with me.”

“Em, okay. Bring a few more guards just in case.” Chris was actually still a little hesitant, but since he had often traveled around the city, he knew that there were many bodyguards standing guard there.

“Iya brother, just relax. I'll just buy it and go right back.”

“Never take off Anne's hand, Hans. Ah, you better just carry it, because the road in the city must be crowded.” The Marchioness patted Hans' shoulder slowly.

“Each mistress.” Hans answered quickly.

“But I'm not a child anymore ..” would be very embarrassing if he had to be carried in a public place.

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“Nona want to buy what?” Nanny asked after getting into the carriage.

“I want to buy a gift, in return for already giving this necklace. What gift would I give you, nanny?”

“Is this for Young Master Chris?”

“Bu-not. But it is true for a man.”

“Hohoho, did something interesting happen when I wasn't around?” Nanny asked curiously.

“No nanny, this is just a gift. No more.” Anne immediately denied it, not wanting the nanny to think strangely.

“Normally young ladies give gifts like handkerchiefs with their own knits, pins, pocket watches, or even swords.”

“Ah, it seems like giving the sword will be a little excessive. Do men usually not wear jewelry? I mean like a necklace or bracelet.”

“Of course there are misses, but the nobles usually do not use flashy accessories. Necklaces, bracelets, rings, or even earrings for men also exist, but are usually more widely used when it has a magic effect, rather than as jewelry.”

“Hmm, alright then I want to give you magic accessories only. Is there a store that sells it on Terra?”

“There are, but definitely very few and the price will be much more expensive than those sold at Crotta.”

“It's okay, how much money did you bring Hilda?” Anne had already ordered Hilda to bring some money, but she did not know how much they would buy.

“I brought one lady's gold bag. About a thousand gold coins.”

“I never shop so not sure how valuable gold coins are. What can I buy with one gold coin?”

“With one gold coin you can buy about ten chickens.”

A very good explanation Hilda, Anne was speechless. He did not even know the price of food, whether more expensive vegetables or meat.

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