I stopped typing on my cellphone when the Uber driver stopped his car and stopped at my side.
I am now here at the gate of my house. I wasted no more time. I grabbed money from the pocket of my bag and immediately gave it to the driver.
I thanked to the driver and then I opened door . I went out and faintly I walked towards the gate of the house. Yes, I felt tired since I left the house but I was more tired during the times I was out because I had to work with my editor. Because I have a novel currently being written.
My editor and I are still arguing a bit because I don't want to publish my work even though my due date is really close. Even if the publishing house pays a lot to release it, I still refuse. Not because I don't write well. I just really don't want to show it --- except for me. For me, there seems to be something missing in that story.
When I entered my house I went straight to my room. I lazily laid my bag on the single sofa.
I immediately opened my laptop to review my work. I'm speculating that I'll add more or not --- delete that.
I no longer realized how much time I had focused on my laptop. I can almost feel the blurring of my eyes. My eyes have also narrowed a few times. I realize I haven't had dinner yet. I let out a deep sigh. I decided to cut the novel I was making first.
But as I stepped on the floor of my room I suddenly collapsed. I curled up and fell on my chest. I can feel my heart speed up. Faster and faster. I gritted my teeth because of pain. I couldn't help but scream for help because I was the only one in this house. My parents are also gone because they are currently in America and they have already migrated there.
I just left it here because of my passion to write. Even if they don't agree with the career I want.
My chest hurts more. Damn, I just now realized that I haven't eaten properly for a few weeks because of my stress.
Especially when I get hungry! Don't tell me ... My cause of death will be overworking !? No, no, no!I'd rather die if I die any other way, just don't do it!
The novel I was writing earlier suddenly came to my mind. I tried to move, I almost crawled but my body couldn't really handle it.
I tried to reach my laptop but I failed.
I finally fell to the floor. My body seems to have a mind of its own. Gently closed my eyes.
Damn, why did I end up like this? Is it because I neglect myself too much? Most likely. But no, I still want to finish the novel I'm working on. I want to finish it no matter what happens.
I want to live again. I won't be quiet until I get to the end of that novel. Oh please ...
"Awake ... she's here." I heard a woman's voice. It was soft and she pronounced every word gently.
I quickly opened my eyes. Wait, am I not dead? I'm not going to die? Long live me? Wait, I no longer feel the pain in my chest.
I raised my hands as if reaching out. My forehead furrowed slightly when a woman with a wide smile exposed herself to me, based on her dress she was an assistant. The baby wind chime in front of me also exposed me! I wonder more why my arms are so short ?!
The woman carried me. My jaw dropped when I saw that many women were dressed as maids. The hem of their skirts is long and floor-length! I also rolled my eyes around. Wait, this is not my room! Where am I?!
I heard them sigh when suddenly the big door of this room opened. The maids lined up and bowed slightly as if you thought they were expecting guests.
Until four men entered this room! One looks young and the other is a teenager and the other two are young people who are almost the same age.
Why are they dressed differently ?! Wait, as I recall, I see those costumes in the Medieval movies I watch!
"Is she awake yet?" authoritative question of the young man approaching us. But why is his clothes so bloody ?! Even the young man had a blood stain on his armor! Even its cheek was stained with blood!
What is this, are they killing each other ?!
"Yes, Your Majesty. The princess is awake ..." politely replied the woman carrying me.
My expression was blank as I watched them. I can sense the dominance, pride and fear within. To this day I am still confused about what is happening. Who are they? They look like foreigners because some of them have black hair. As well as their features.
The young man in front of me also gave me a blank expression. The hair is black. Tall and muscular physique. He looked scary, as if I was going to peel off the skin of this one! "By now you're safe," he said.
I was surprised when he picked me up.
"We have destroyed the Kingdom of origin of those who undertook your life."
Huh? What is he saying?
He turned me back to the woman. "Take good care of the princess." his cold command. But my hair stood on end as the expression on his face changed. A sharp look he bestowed on us. "Once you have failed in your duty, I will not hesitate to deprive your life." they have turned their backs on us and have left this room.
I shifted my gaze to the maids. Fear and nervousness were on their faces. It seems scary that the ---
Wait, princess? Ha ?! Me ?! What the hell is going on here ?!
I still can not believe. If I could just slap myself, maybe I would have done it.
I found out that I was the youngest daughter of Emperor Vencel Eyrindor.
He currently rules the entire Cyan Kingdom as well as several countries close to this country. Aside from that, he's notorious as a tyrant! Not only him, even the three men who were with me also found out that I am the children of the former Empress of Cyan. Everyone has pure black hair --- except for me who has blonde hair. I hear from the gossip of the housemates that my mother is not blue-blooded. In short, she's a commoner. Like, what the hell? So discrimination is also trendy when you're not fully royal blood, right?
I hardly move the toys anymore because I feel like I'm drowning in too much!in my previous life when I was young, I didn't have that many toys. In fact I would even rather handle fairy tale books than these.
But wait, these scenes seem familiar to me. Wait, wait, wait ---
Suddenly my babysitter picked me up. Our looks were right. There was a look of shock and astonishment on my face as she gave me a sweet smile.
"It's time to eat, dear princess." she said. But even before she could feed me completely, she suddenly hugged me with a shudder! "You're really cute, dear princess! I'm not really surprised that you can almost copy your mother's face!" she exclaimed.
Then she even rubbed her cheek against mine.
Huh? Does she know my mother?
If I could only speak I would not. Because I am just a baby and my tongue is still short. Ugh, this is frustrating! Never mind, I'll wait for the right time when I can walk, talk, that's all! I still have a lot to do. I need to think about how I can survive in this place. Especially with those four guys!
My babysitter's giggle was interrupted when the bedroom door suddenly opened. Another maid exposed herself to us unable to paint her face.
she held the skirt of her uniform as she approached us. "Hurry up and there's more to do in the Kitchen!" she almost sighed at the command.
"A-ah, the princess hasn't eaten yet..." she replied gently.
I heard her tsk- I was overwhelmed by the evil look of this witch. "I don't know why the dear Emperor is taking care of that child, that was like her mother slap in the face." she insisted that the evil she thought of me could not be removed.
this woman's tongue is also different. Like, what the hell?
yeah by the way. My mother in this world is a commoner. So they look down on me too. what now if my mother doesn't have goo life, ? Is it my fault? Duh. Is it my fault that my parents chuckled in this world, huh?
My babysitter turned to me sadly. she gently touched my little hand and finger. "Even though her mother was not blue-blooded, she was still the daughter of the dear Emperor."
I stared at her. Why do I feel she is even more hurt than me? It was as if she knew my mother very well from the words she uttered. Even if I wanted to ask, I couldn't do it because of my current state. But when I saw her sad face I felt pain in my heart. I bit my lip and no one said I cried out loud. I don't care if you hear me crying all the way out of this room! Because of that, the door opened loudly. Not expecting Vencel to start in the room, my father said.
"What's going on and she's crying?" hard but forcefully she calmed the question until she was in front of me. Suddenly she took me and she lifted me up.
paid tribute to my babysitter and another maid who bully me.
"-dear Emperor..." the maid exclaimed. she smiled with mixed apprehension.
"it's time for the dear princess to eat. She's already crying because of hunger."
Excuse me, ha! I cried even louder.
Vencel looked down at me. I could see in her face a look of astonishment and she wondered why I was like this now.
I looked at her. I gave her an expression as if I was complaining. There is only one way for me. I raised one hand once I pointed to the maid who bullied me. she was even more surprised.
She turned to my babysitter. "Tell me what happened." he asked her emphatically.
she opened her mouth slightly to speak but she was stunned.
There is a streak of skepticism. Argh, go girl! Tell her the real reason.
Go tell her that she's a bully! That she bad mouthing about my mother! You can do it!
"-what is it..." he looked a little at the maid. I saw that the sparrows were staring at it, telling them not to drop her.
The babysitter closed her eyes tightly and then gripped her skirt tightly.
"The truth of the matter is, Ethel said to slap the Lady
The maid sighed at the destruction of her. Panicked, she turned to Vencel. she was still fast in the ace room to kneel in front of us.
"that's not true, dear Emperor! Believe me, I'm not saying anything like that!" even more denial of the crazy bully!
This is a naughty girl. All she wanted to happen was she would turn my babysitter around! Damn, what should I do then? I need to help my babysitter! she can't leave especially since she can't be punished for what she didn't do. Think! I need to help her no matter what!
I cried again. shit, it's up to Vencel to understand what I mean. I got their attention again.
she looked at me wondering. I cried while shaking. I always taught a woman named Ethel. I turned to the babysitter.
I raised my hands to reach her. Vencel seemed to be in the mood, she handed it to her. No one said I hugged the babysitter tightly. I want to convey that she cannot leave my side. As I was doing this I was stealing a glance at Vencel.
Hopefully even with this small gesture she will get it.
she turned coldly to Ethel then closed her eyes. "If she's lying, the princess won't cry." his authoritative language.
"-dear Emperor..." her voice was already trembling with fear and nervousness. she bent down again, almost kissing the floor.
"Forgive me, I didn't mean to mention and insult Lady Lorah. I admit I was guilty ---" she couldn't continue what she was going to say when Vencel spoke again.
"Grab this woman and throw her in the dungeon where the lions are!" strong and angry orders of the Emperor to his fellow soldiers.
"Majesty... Please... don't... Have mercy..." she cried and begged desperately as the soldiers picked her up.
When she was finally released from this room I breathed a sigh of relief. Finally the babysitter cannot be punished. So I can rest? I was a little tired of their quarrel.
Maybe Vencel can leave this room. But it looks like I'm still mistaken because she hasn't left yet.
she offered to be the one to load me first. He ordered the babysitter to leave first. What the heck? Hey! Don't leave me here! I just save your life, girl! Argh, since I can't even speak yet she obeyed the Emperor's order.
So this man and I were the only ones left. I looked at her in surprise. she attended the baby crib and gently put me back there.
she took the bottle of milk off the table and she fed me. I blinked when I saw the change in the expression on her face.
If before she was scary, now, I just saw her soft-side. Far, far away from the fearsome and heartless Emperor I hear.
Like me she was just staring at me too. she watches me drink milk. she moved one of her hands then gently touched one of my foreheads.
"Eat a lot, so that you grow up quickly. That way, one day you will be able to face and look at people who are superstitious." she said with her soft voice. Like, seriously?
I stopped drinking milk due to shock.
A small smile flashed on her lips. "For now, me and your brothers will protect you first."
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A week ago when Ethel disappeared from the Palace everything was back to normal. No one is trying to bully me anymore. Is there no apple? That's good too, so I can relax. I just need my time until I grow up. The maids fed, put me to sleep and played with me even though I wasn't really in the mood to play really.
I also found out what my babysitter's name was. Her name is Nesta Bolton. She's actually a daughter of Baron of Conmoor. She offered to take care of me since she's a good friend of my mother, she said. Now I know what's her connection with my mother but still, curiosity flooded me. Especially with this family. I still want to know and learn about them. I was with Nesta every day but she didn't talk much about the Eyrindors. I need to gather more information about them.
"Dear princess, I need to take a bath and get dressed." said sweetly after she made me drink milk.
"We're going out now because Your Majesty wants to see you."
Huh? What's up? Did I think she was overprotective? she kind of doesn't want to let me out of this room because there are so many attempts on my life. What is there and how is the wind different?
A pink dress was put on me after I took a bath. The shoes that Vencel bought for me were still in my dress. This dress will be known to be pompous because of the fabric and its high quality.
For the first time I got out of the room. The outside is beautiful and airy. Looks like no one will try in my life because it's peaceful. Additionally there are many flowers around that are more pleasing to the eye. I can still smell the fragrance of this scent.
Something caught my attention. A big door. I saw there the Emperor waiting for our arrival. Not only him, there were three other men with him who looked like him with black hair. That's right, they were the only ones I saw that night. That's all, I don't know their names yet. Actually, I've heard their names but I don't know exactly who they're referring to. But because I saw them, I would also know what their names were.
We stopped when the royal family was in front of us. Nesta as well as the maids bowed slightly to pay tribute to those in front of us.
"Here is the dear princess Your Majesty." her polite language to them.
The Emperor took me from Nesta. "You can leave now. I'll just call you." she said coldly to them.
My eyeballs rolled to my side. I winced inwardly when I saw the princes up close. Trace her faces the amazement! has just seen a man!
"Did you see that, Eomund? she looked at me!" ejaculation of the youngest of them. Huh ?!
"The trick. Tss." she answered with a smirk.
"Can I carry her, Your Majesty?" the smiling young man asked Vencel.
He did not answer that. Instead he snorted. Wow, how cold huh.
"However, we are glad to meet you, Princess Styriniana." he gently touched my small palm then he gave me a sweet smile.
Wait, I'm more obsessed with what's happening. I thought this family is ruthless? Why did the wind change?
I rolled my eyes around. We are in a spacious room.
The Emperor still hugged me, while a young man and two children sat firmly opposite us. There was a butler busy preparing tea while the maids were on one side, bent over and waiting to be ordered.
I realized that this place was a tea room. Although this room is spacious there is still a lot of furniture inside such as bookshelves with books, cabinets with cutlery, Next I did I looked up. I was exposed to the expensive and large chandelier with its striking design.
The large window that was just across from me also caught my attention. From here is a view of the charming gardens of the Palace. Wow, I just saw it now.
Anyway, all this time I was just in the room. Indulging in uninterested toys, and story books that are already scratched. But it's okay to include me in such things so that I can see something new.
"What about Rini, Your Majesty? What is she's going to drink? She can't drink tea yet." the youngest of them. Wait, what's her name again?
Instead of answering her son's question, Vencel turned to one of the maids. In my heart I could just wince. Logic, man. Logic! I'm still too young for tea!
Nesta approached and handed something to the Emperor. Bottle of milk! He quietly accepted it and then handed it to me but the support was still there. Hays, I have no choice! I just accepted the milk and then I drank it in front of them. But it's just weird because my brothers' eyes rolled at what they saw. Hellooo? Have you just seen a child drinking milk? Didn't she experience it? My goodness!
"She's too small." suddenly said one of the prince.
We turned to him. she was drinking tea in front of us. As I remember, she was called Eomund. "I didn't think she was that small than I expected." his statement was still formal.
"You're right, Eomund!" exclaimed the youngest man who was just next to Vencel and me. He turned to us in ecstasy. He gently and carefully held my hand. "Look, the smallness of her hand. It's funny ..." he looked straight into my eyes. "How are you, Princess Rini? I'm Cederic ..." he introduced himself as he played with my hand as if he was happy.
Ah, so his name is Cederic. Cederic Eryndor. Now I know. Haayys, it's a shame I couldn't speak yet. Annoying. I really want to gossip!
Anyway, I looked at the first prince who was quietly drinking tea. they just seem to have the same personality as the second prince. Of course, I don't know the name of this one yet.
He quietly set the cup down on the table. He formally looked at Vencel who was currently sipping a drink. I just blinked watching and listening to what they were talking about.
"He is, Your Majesty ..." he began.
"What do you plan to do in the neighboring country? No matter what we do, they don't want to give up."
Before the Emperor could answer he also laid the cup on the table. A blank expression on his face he gave the first prince.
"If they don't want to stop their food, I can do nothing but use force on them. I also don't care if the rebels grow up against the Empire."
This father and son used to be very tyrant.
Huh? So it's all about politics? Hays, as usual. What else can I expect? I don't have anyone in modern times who can talk about random things. Well, I am no longer an ordinary person in this world. I am already one of the Emperor's children. But, is it appropriate to talk about that matter? Anyway, they no longer know that I understand them from here since my mind is already thirty years old!
And so on and so forth, they are talking about politics. I can't relate anymore! Instead I looked out the large window of this room.
I caught the attention of the different kinds of flowers from the outside. Right, I think this is the way to divert my attention of political talks!
I raised my hands and waved them in the air. "Uh! Uh!" that's all I can say. Never mind, I can take it anymore!
Fortunately, I got their attention. They looked puzzled for what I want to convey. I even struggled to create sound and I struggled to point out the garden!
Cederic's gaze followed my instruction.
"Ah! Looks like he wants to go garden, majesty!" he exclaimed.
"I think so." Eomund was second, looking surprised as well.
Good job, Cederic! What if you were always by my side and became my translator, what?
The princes left their seats to join me. Vencel lowered his gaze to me. "Would you like to go out, dear princess?" he asked gently.
I looked up at them. I blinked both of them in amazement and I heard his gentle question. Even the princes are waiting by their gentle gaze. In a few moments I made them smile.
They seemed to be stoned in front of me. I think their hearts almost broke away from their system just because of my smile. Like, what the hell? Ah, just. I want to go out and breathe some fresh air because I don't care and they have political talks before!
Suddenly they stood up while the Emperor was still carrying me. "Move the table and chairs to the garden!" he gave strong orders to his men.
"Yes, Your Majesty!" the butler's friendly answer as well as the maids.
finally exposed too! Finally, I can feel the air on my skin as well as the sound of it. I can also inhale the fresh and fragrant smell of the flowers. I also heard the rushing water from the fountain of the Imperial Garden. But I just can't imagine that this place is so vast. Well, expected from the royal family.
Other than that I was finally seated without being held by the Emperor now. Even though he touched and loaded me a few times, I was still not used to it. Maybe it's because I still feel deprived because someone like me who is thirty years old is trapped in the body of a baby!
As the Emperor and the First Prince talked again about politics I noticed that I was no longer irritated. I seem to be ignoring it even though Eomund and Cederic are already playing with me.
I looked up at the sky. It's something's touch my heart.
It seems like I feel the traquility in this peace that I've never been felt before. It seems like the ideal place for me to write in my previous life.
I slowly closed my eyes. I slowly leaned my back on the chair that was just for me.
"Rini?" astonished call me two. "Do you feel sleepy?"
Yeah, I feel sleepy because of this peaceful place. and I love it.
"Your Majesty, the Princess looks sleepy." even with my eyes closed I heard Cederic's voice.
"Oh!" and Vencel. "she's still too young so she gets tired easily."
Even with my eyes closed I felt like I was being loaded. Even if I wanted to open my eyes, I would not be able to do that. I would rather feel the tranquility of this place.
The type where I can still pursue my passion for writing but no one is struggling or chasing time because of the due date. No one bothers me whether I'm done or not so dictates my ideas.
I can't help but smile. I feel like I'm gradually liking it. Maybe this is why I was given another chance to live again.
"She's smiling, Your Majesty ..." I heard Eomund's voice.
"She looks like a beautiful dream." I heard the language of the first prince. "Your Majesty, I realized something as I watched the princess."
"What's that, first prince?"
"Because she is the first princess of the Empire and destined for the Empire to succeed ..." for a few seconds she stopped speaking. "I promise I will do everything to protect my only sister. I will not allow anything bad to happen to her. I will do everything to be an exemplary older brother for her."
"Me too, Your Majesty!" second by Cederic.
"So am I." and Eomund.
"I'm glad to hear those words from you," Vencel said. "Even I, I will not allow anyone to touch her. I will never allow her to be oppressed by the people around us --- around her."
Huh? What?!
* *
I woke up late at night. When the ceiling of the room opened up to me I knew I was already in the room. In my own room. I let out a deep sigh. I did not realize that I had finally fallen asleep in the Emperor's arms.
The promises made by the first prince before Vencel flashed through my mind.
I am the first princess and destined for Hell to succeed ... What do they mean there?
Come to think it. Wait, couldn't it be that when I reincarnated as a baby, when I first saw them their bodies were covered in blood? That I heard the Emperor himself say that he had already killed the people who were trying to take my life? Oh, because of that, I got shiver on my spine. I can actually imagine how merciless he is. He can kill. Of course, he's the head of this Kingdom so he needs to protect himself from danger. However, there are still many questions in my mind.
Oh, well. I'm kinda excited for my happend, for what I want to know in the future. So I have to wait in the right time and in the right place.
Come on, baby. You need to grow up and be well. You need to play detective in this kind of mystery!
My thoughts were interrupted when I heard someone open the door of the room. I can't stand yet so I'm just waiting for someone to show me.
Until I saw the first prince's face. Like what I saw from Vencel, he looks gentle in my eyes. His expressive eyes got me. "Did I wake you up?" he asked gently. "Sorry but this is my only chance to see my younger brother." He beamed at me and reached me. When I was in his arms and he was staring at me intently. He studies me with his eyesight. His cold and bloody amber eyes became warm and peaceful. I blinked with astonishment. What's the problem with this one?
"Maybe I made the right decision." his weak statement. "They are right. You are destined to be the key to success especially the Eryndors."
What do you mean, dude?
"Your eyes are different colors ..." he said.
H-ha?
My eyes are different colors ?! Wait, really ?! My goodness, tell me more, of this, first prince. And I need evidence! Where's the mirror ?! Why didn't the maids even mention anything to me ?!
When we caught sight of the first prince, suddenly something flashed in my sight. As a result, my eyesight narrowed. My mouth opened more because of the shock that my surroundings had changed. Gradually it became dark until I smelled something burning not far from me. Until I heard a noise, cries full of anguish and begging. Shout trace dictation. When I opened my eyes I saw two men. My forehead furrowed because I was familiar with one man who was bloody as he choked on the air, while the other one I didn't know but he remained standing and he grinned demonically at as he choked the man.
My eyes widened when I realized who was choking. The Emperor! My attention was also drawn to the three bloody men lying lifeless on the floor of the Palace! My brothers!
A-what ... The Emperial is going to fall ?!
"Rini?" call me the first prince. Concern and fear were on his face.
I just feel water running down my cheek.
"H-don't cry, dear princess!" he exclaimed then he was confused comforting me. "I'm sorry if I did or said anything to you."
According to him, I have different eye color. And I saw just now ... It means, I have precognition? I have an ability to predict see what will happend in the future?
"Come home, Rini ..." the first prince comforted me in confusion. He made me. She cradles me, she dares me to settle down from crying.
But I was unable to settle down because of what I had seen before. It seems like, I got traumatized! I can't believe I'll see those things for the future! I can't bear to see the Eryndors in that state! I can never see the blood scattered around me! I never thought they could taste the downfall in the hands of that man!
"Rini ..." I heard the vibration of her voice, as if she didn't know what she should do to stop me from crying. "Please ..."
I barely stopped crying. I stared at him with sadness in my eyes. I don't know why but I raised one hand, reaching for his face. Looks like he got what I wanted to happen. He brought me closer to his face until my palm gently landed on his cheek.
"What's happening?!" I heard Nesta's loud voice approaching us, a hint of concern in her voice. I also heard his sigh when he also saw the first prince here in my room. Because of that he paid tribute. "Y-here you are, dear prince ... Prince Raegan ..."
"I just visited to see the princess." his tone and posture became formal when he faced Nesta. "He seemed to wake up when he felt the arrival of his older brother." then he turned to me. What I just didn't expect was he gave me a sweet smile.
I blinked as I stared at him.
He took his eyes off me and then put me back in my crib. He gently patted my head. My eyes widened when he even kissed my forehead! I think all my blood went up to my head! What the hell ?!
"May your dream be beautiful, our princess." he said softly. He walked away from the crib and he spoke again. "I will order the soldiers to tighten the guard in the princess's room even more."
"I understand, dear prince Raegan." Nesta replied.
I heard the door close. Nesta immediately attended to me with concern on her face. She gave me a soft and sweet smile. He stroked my head.
"The princess is lovely so I can't stop the majesty from visiting for you, dear princess ..." he said softly. "You need to sleep now, Your Majesty." then he turned off the lights in the room.
**
A few weeks ago since I bonded with the Eryndors as well as the visit to me of the first prince Raegan. After that it was gone. I no longer receive any news from them. Maybe it's because they're already busy about politics like I heard in the conversation between Vencel and Raegan. My two older siblings, Eomund and Cederic, are probably busy studying or rehearsing. I understand them. They are the pillars of this Empire.
I can't count how many times I hardly shut my eyes. I'm practicing how to see what more will happend in the future. What is the root cause of why the Eryndor Empire will not fall in the future. Who are the people behind it? Who are the opponents or who are the allies?
I dropped my back on my crib. Ugh, whatever I do I don't want to. Don't want to show me what I need to know more! Annoying. I have to solve them before I grow up or am of the right age, so that I can contribute. What's the point of me being a princess if I'm just staring, right?
"Dear princess, your dinner is ready." smiling Nesta said when she appeared in my sight. He carried me then we attended the sofa. He sat there and hugged me. Another maid approached with two bowls. He handed it to Nesta, he accepted it. When I saw what was in it, my jaw almost dropped in no time. What I saw is baby food! WTH ?!
"The Emperor summoned the most famous physician in the whole Empire. He examined what foods the dear princess could eat except milk. And this is what he said you could eat." he was happy to tell me stories as he cooked me food.
I deliberately opened my mouth until I tasted the food. If before I had no interest, now it has caught my attention. I could . Wait, is this a crushed Hmm, that's fine. I also missed the pure milk I was tasting. Finally, I could taste some foods other that milk. And finally, I'm human in this situation.
"By the way, dear princess. There's a big occasion coming to the Empire." he recounts again. I looked at him with astonishment. What does he mean? "The Dear Emperor has announced the imminent baptism of the dear princess. And you will also soon be introduced to the whole kingdom!" trace the excitement in him as he recounts the event.
I seemed to be stoned in my seat when I heard the news. What !? Am I going to be baptized ?! And will I be introduced to the audience? Seriously ?!
Wait, does that mean I haven't seen them for a few weeks because they're busy with my baptism? So that means, the process of baptizing a blue blood is much longer than that of a commoner. In my old world it was short. And it's up to you if the party is too grand. But in my case, only the right food was prepared when I was baptized. The guests who came were also right but here? Whole kingdom really ?!
"Noble bloods from our Capital will also attend, there will also be from various Kingdoms and Empires of other continents." he added.
My very soul seemed to leave me when I heard that thing.
"Surely the Dear Emperor has prepared everything well for his only princess!"
Yeah, right. It looks like Vencel really intends to spoil me by chance even though I really don't want to. Suddenly something went through my mind. According to Nesta, the Aristocrats and the Nobles from the Capitol will attend. Even the Kings and Queen from the other Kingdom ... And the other nobles from different Empire. Wouldn't that, there would also be people who wanted to kill me the first night I was in this baby's body? I mean, can I get to know them? Actually, I'm still not convinced that they already killed or dead.
Never mind, I'll be bitten and I'll also find out who the people are who will cause the Eryndors to fall. I really need to find out!
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Aside from Cyan. There's three more Empire. Thilawiel from North, Oloisean from East and Severassi from West. Although we cover the southern part of the Map, the Erydors have the widest scope. We almost have some resources. Especially mines. We have silvers, bronze, gold but we still have the highest value thing that is strained and wants to take from us: rare and common jewels. So I no longer wonder why they want to take over our territory and they want to kill me because I will know what they are planning especially with the skill I have.
Because of what I learned about the Eryndors I have already made a goal that I need to achieve by the time I grow up. That I also have the ability to fight the blood that sticks in my system. To protect Cyan no matter what happens. I would definitely not allow anyone to just grab it. I will never allow it to suddenly collapse that my ancestors worked so hard for. Aba!
I was already dressed in the Christening gown that Vencel actually even made for me. This is it! It's my baptism day and I can meet those people. I have to test, but the only problem is ... Whatever I do to practice my precognition still doesn't really work. How can I make my agenda especially on this important day? Ughh, it's so frustrating!
I looked at my bedroom door when it opened. Vencel entered here, as did my brothers Raegan, Eomund ar Cederic. Emperor Vencel Eryndor is wearing his finest red silk robe with expensive animal fur. Then below of that, he's also wearing an elegant gold-work thread white tunic as his primary dress with precious jewelries and golden threads as a designs. Even his trousers are white with gold-work designs. Even the princes are very elegant in my eyes.
When they entered, they were immediately greeted by the losers and the maids in the room.
"Is the princess ready?" Vencel asked seriously.
"The dear princess is ready, dear emperor." Nesta's polite reply.
Vencel quietly stepped closer to the crib where I am now. So did the princes. If before their faces were serious, it was replaced by a smile. There was a look on their faces that they were very happy to see me even though they hadn't shown me for a long time.
Vencel gently loaded me, not losing the smile on his lips. "You have to be patient with your father and I'm not visiting you. We're just busy." his sincere statement.
"Uh ... Uh ..." I just said. But because of that, all right, I'll just smile. I'm pretty happy to see you too. So, fan service for all of you!
Suddenly the princes were gripped by their chests. It's as if they want to cry without knowing how they look now. Vencel, on the other hand, seemed to be stoned in his position.
"It's like I don't want to show the public how graceful the princess is." said Vencel, tightly closing his eyes.
"We can't do that, Your Majesty." the language is Raegan. "Certainly many of our guests want to see the first princess. They have been waiting a long time for this opportunity."
Vencel sighed, a sign of surrender. Looks like he can't do anything more. He turned to his children who were still carrying me. "In that case, you know what to do by the time we're in the hall."
They nodded as if you thought they understood what it meant. Wait, what's going on? What did they talk about? What?
We quietly walked down the hallway, it was the road to the ballhall. Where my baptism will be held. I was just silent as I rolled my eyes around. I wonder why the carpenters are already lined up in this hallway. Behind us are the princes with smiles on their lips as if they can't wait for what will happen later. Err, I'll just be paid, not dance or anything.
We stopped in front of the large and wide door. I looked up in amazement at the size. There were two knights standing on either side and a man in uniform butler. It seems like he's an announcer.
"You announced." Vencel's serious command.
"Please follow --- Announcement, Your Majesty! The Dear Emperor and the Dear Princes ... With the lone Princess Styriniana Eryndor!"
Gradually the large and wide door opened in front of us. My mouth fell slightly open. Maybe it's because of anticipation and curiousity what's the inside of that room. But I seemed to be blinded by the light that greeted us!
We were exposed to the glittering diamonds around, the golds and diamonds around. I was devastated when I saw the people in that room that caught our attention. Traces on their clothing that they are from the nobility. They are also wearing expensive accessories. Vencel and my siblings started walking again. At the same time the guests bowed and they paid tribute to the arrival of the royal family of the Cyan land. I turned to Vencel seriously and I could see no expression on his face, nor did Raegan, Eomund and Cederic. They raised their foreheads above the people we passed.
Next I looked in the direction we were going. My eyes narrowed because a priest --- no, it looked like the Archbishop was standing there. I mean, he will give it to me.
The Eryndors stopped when the Archbishop was in front of us. Like guests he bowed to us and smiled.
I was successfully baptized. I am now a full member of the Imperial family. I thought that was over. Even if they attend the party but I'm still wrong. It doesn't end there.
I just kept quiet while Vencel was still carrying me. We walk to a wide balcony of the palace. There were two butlers standing on either side of the door to the balcony as if waiting for our arrival. As we neared there they moved then they opened the door until we reached the balcony.
I gasped when people outside the Palace exposed themselves to me. They screamed at the same time when they saw us here. I could feel the genuine smile and laughs within their voices. It was as if they were happy when I was born into this world. I wanted to know why. It's because I'm the first princess? That I will be the one who could save the Empire like what they said? That I could bring the victory? What?
"Do you see how cute they are, dear princess?" Vencel whispered in my ear. "They're happy because they have something to love besides us."
The astonishment could not be erased from my face. Me? Will they love? Will they love someone like me even if they know I come from this family? This royal family were tyrant and merciless when it comes to kill someone. They never forgive if someones mess up with them. Will it still be expensive?
I could still hear the cheers of happiness in the crowd. They even throw a plenty of flower petals in the air.
"You will also know why they loved you, my princess." he smiled for a second.
I turned my gaze back to the people of Cyan. A smile flashed on my lips and I raised one hand, not perfect but I was still able to wave at them. The screams around got louder. They were even more pleased with my attitude.
After we met the Cyanian outside we went back inside to start the party even though I was actually out of mood. I only have expectations because I can rest in my room but I can't. I almost forgot that I had something important to do today. I need to get to know people from royal families, even the royal family from those other Empires.
They called their names and then presented themselves before us, at the same time they would give their gifts for me. I can't imagine that they are really rich. They brought only jewelry, rare items and expensive clothes for me. Because I can't receive directly from them, only maids and butlers will receive and then be taken to my room. While I was on Vencel's lap. My brothers are on their respective thrones.
Ughh, it's a bit tiring for me to do this. But so far, I haven't seen anything suspicious. But I won't let my guard down. You may be aware, they are just being nice in front of me but they will just stab me in the back.
"We announce Prince Calevi from the Kingdom of Severassi!"
But suddenly I heard sighing and whispering throughout the room, as if they could not believe what they were seeing. I immediately followed that with a look.
A boy was in front of us. Her attire is pompous. He has a fair skin. But what caught my attention was his dark ash blonde hair, and his ocean blue eyes. His face was serious but I could feel the sadness in his eyes. Huh why?
A man followed him with a small box. They both knelt in front of us. "I'm glad to meet the Eryndor family. Let me introduce myself, I'm Calevi Levanadel from the Severassi Kingdom. I'm glad to be invited to the fancy pleasure of baptism with the only Cyan princess."
I turned to Vencel who now had a sharp look at what he had bestowed on the prince in front of us. I also shifted my gaze to my siblings who now seem to be holding back for reasons I don't know. But I only know one thing. They are disgusted. But why are they annoyed when they invite them. Hays, the mess of it too.
"I would like to offer the gift for the dear princess. One of the legacies from our ancestors. The lucky bracelet made of one of our proud gems --- the mermaid's tear." then opened the little box to us.
My mouth fell open at what I saw. I can't deny that that precious stone is beautiful. It looks like a jade with a mix of aquamarine stone.
Once again the nobles murmured throughout the room. Some of them could not believe that such jewelry would be presented to me. The rest of them couldn't believe it either because such a rock still exists today. Aahh, it's becoming eextinct now. So it means, it's a rare item.
I heard Vencel sigh. "We are very grateful that the prince of Severassi brought a very important ... gift." then he smirked. "I will never forget it."
My forehead furrowed in astonishment but eventually I just smiled. Okay, I feel I shall witness a murderous crime at any moment.
I heard another rumor around. I immediately looked at who they were talking about again. Another boy. Like Prince Kalevi of Serevassi, his attire was also pompous. But I feel the dominance of its aura. He have a jet black hair color and ivory white skin. Especially his hazel brown eyes.
"We announce Prince Dilston from the Oloisean Kingdom!"
"Albelin." I heard from Vencel's mouth. That's strong but it looks like he's going to kill again in that situation.
The boy knelt in front of us. Tribute. "Greetings to your Majesty, Emperor Vencel Eryndor, as well as to the princes ... And to the only princess of the Cyan Kingdom." he looked straight at me, a smile flashing on his lips. I was suddenly horrified by that smile! "I am Prince Dilston Albelin, from the Oloisean kingdom of the East. I am sorry that my father could not attend the grand banquet for the baptism of the only princess but we have prepared a beautiful gift for him and the yours too. "
Vencel and the princes in front of us looked up. "Hoo ... I think your father wants to make up for his absence from this celebration. All right, we want to see the gift you have prepared for my only princess, Prince Dilston." he grinned. He looks anticipated, not in the gift, in the murderous way!
The prince took out a box and opened it in front of us. It's a shiny ruby jewel brooch! But what's so special about that brooch?
My eyes narrowed as I could see the stone on the brooch slowly glowing. The surroundings were dark. The people around were a bit alarmed. So did Vencel and my siblings. They stood even though the Emperor was still holding me. He tightened his grip on me.
"What does that mean, Prince of Oloisean ?!" strong question of the first prince, Prince Raegan.
I was just stunned to be a little brighter. I rolled my eyes until I looked up. I opened my mouth. My eyes also glaze over at what I see now. Even in my old world I will only see it again now. But in scientific way, not in magical. But here ...
"Uh! Uh!" I said loudly to Vencel. He looked at me with a frown. "Uh! Uh!" at once I pointed to the ceiling of the room.
He followed it with his gaze. Even he could trace on his face the amazement when he saw the stars on the ceiling. It's a planetarium! Even then constellations. What I just didn't expect was something falling like glitters. It's more than like a pixie dust!
Astonishment has replaced the impression today of the members of the Maharlika. I heard Eomund and Cederic grin on their faces.
In a few moments it was gone. The light is back inside the brooch stone. The surroundings were quiet but only for me. I couldn't stop myself from clapping and screaming. Because of that, the guests are also applauding because it left a very good impression on me. Vencel smiled at my reaction.
"My son seems to have liked your gift very much, Prince Dilston." formal language of the Emperor to the Prince of Oloisean. "Thank you so much for your wonderful gift."
He smiled and frowned again. "I'm glad the dear princess liked it."
After that he left in front of us. Until one after another we came from the Royal Family of different countries. But I think I missed something. I've been waiting for a while but he never showed up. Yeah, right. The Empire from North, the Thilawiel. I'm waiting who's the representative or a member from that Empire.
"They certainly have no intention of showing up, Your Majesty." Raegan said softly behind me.
"That's also what I notice, first prince." Vencel agrees that his voice is also weak. "I won't be surprised if they take the next step."
One of my eyebrows fluttered. What step do they say? So, it means ... The Northern Empire is really their enemy? Is that where the man I see in my precognition skills comes from? The man who strangled Vencel? Is that man from that area? Which would be the reason why the Empire would fall on the Cyan nation?
Vencel rose from his throne. A small smile flashed on his lips. "First of all, I want to thank you for attending this very important day for the Empire especially my only daughter Styriniana. We will never forget it." he told the guests.
They applauded, at the same time the music was played from the side where the groups of musicians rented by the Palace were. I feel like there were more people when they were scattered on the dance floor. They have their own partners. I couldn't help but smile as I watched the couples happily dance the waltz. It's like I'm back in high school or at the JS Prom when I watch a cutillion dance.
"Your Majesty, Your Majesty!" suddenly called my two brothers Eomund and Cederic who were now in front of us. There was a look of pleasure on their faces.
"What's that, second and third prince?" its formal question to them.
"Can we dance the princess?" Cederic asked.
Vencel did not answer immediately. Instead he looked at me, he was watching me. Wait, don't tell me will you let me dance in this mood? Understand Vencel, I'm too young and I'm too dangerous to dance!
"Raegan," he suddenly called to our older brother.
Raegan got up from his seat. He bowed himself slightly so he could hear us. "What's that, Your Majesty?"
"Do you think that's why our princess danced?" he asked seriously, unable to take his eyes off me. Wait, is he really serious ?!
"Hmmm ..." Raegan couldn't answer right away, he was still rubbing his chin. "I'll take care of him dancing with him, Your Majesty."
"Hmm, oh okay." and he actually handed me over to Raegan! What the eff ?!
Raegan is currently holding me with a wide smile, as if he can't believe he can hold me. It was as if he was waiting for this opportunity! Don't you say you too, Raegan? My bones are too dangerous! I know you're a tyrant too but please, don't be hard on me.
Raegan walked towards the dance floor as he carried me. Eomund and Cederic followed us, with joy etched on their faces.
But seriously, he made me dance even though my feet were not on the floor. You know the imagination that you have a partner but clothes? That's it! That's what Raegan does to me! He was so close that you thought you could feel the music inside the hall!
I was just shocked when I noticed something. Even though Raegan and I were in that position I could feel him taking care of me. Because I'm still dangerous about it. Even so, I didn't feel any pain or anything. He danced me so carefully, as if he was saying that I would enjoy this day too.
I can't help but smile. I thought it was just a fairytale. I will also experience this thing even if I had a second life --- even if my world is different now.
He stared then he looked straight into my eyes. "I hope you grow up soon, our dear princess so we can dance you well." he smiled then he touched both my waists. He lifted me into the air and then turned me around.
"Hahaha!" I couldn't help but laugh when older brother Raegan did that thing again. "I'm dizzy, brother!" I exclaimed.
"I will only repay it no matter how many times you step on my foot, our princess." he laughed out loud.
"Hi-I won't do it again. Hahaha!" my laughter is still going on.
When he had done me down I was still not satisfied. I ran away from the first prince, I needed him to escape even though I was actually still laughing because of my clumsiness.
"Rini! Don't run! You might stumble!" he still disobeyed me but he still managed to chase.
I saw Vencel in front and he was just smiling sitting on the golden throne. I didn't hesitate to approach him even though I was still running. I crawled until I was sitting on his lap.
"My princess looks happy." he said laughing, admitting he knew why I was running.
I hugged him with a wide smile. "I'm sorry,I didn't accidentally step on brother Raegan's feet while dancing. I'm still lacking in rehearsal before I get ready for today."
He stroked my hair. "We're not perfect, my child. You still have time to rehearse. I hope you enjoy the celebration we have prepared for you." then he kissed my forehead. "Happy birthday, Rini."
I hugged him tighter. "Thank you so much,
Time is too fast. I was unaware that I was seven years old.