David White
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Aries's conversation with Dexter lingered in her mind all day. They didn't dwell on the topic because it was time for Dexter to go. Although he wanted to entertain her, he had to do something important. Hence, he had to leave. Since Aries had a day off to spend without Abel or Conan pestering her, she decided to take a walk in the garden. The main garden was destroyed and now became a field for Abel's most treasured potatoes. The garden used to be by far the biggest and most beautiful garden in the…
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Abel was known by many titles: an emperor who ruled an empire with an iron fist, a tyrant, and someone who was infamous for his promiscuous lifestyle. His name alone was shrouded with controversy. But just days ago, another rumor resurfaced in the high society regarding the emperor. That was... Abel was into men. A rumor that could put the person who started it a ticket to death row shook the high society. Although the rumor was kept amongst nobles, their whispering and murmurs during tea parties and…
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By Aries' persistence to walk the lady, the latter didn't have a choice but accept that the emperor in this empire and a beautiful young man to walk her to her destination. Anyone in her position would feel flattered to get their attention. The young noble lady walked with her face flushed in red. She glanced over her shoulder and then at the other, pressing her lips into a thin line. Behind her were Abel and Aries, who introduced herself as 'Ariel'. 'Did the powder I put on today really effective?' she…
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"Sir Conan, you will not hear from me until you come clean." Aries rolled her eyes and cast Conan, who was walking beside him, a look. Conan had been nagging her since this morning, berating her chosen attire, and sometimes would compliment her whenever his attention was diverted. Honestly, she was considering dressing up as a man just to make fun of Conan. "Lady Aries..." Conan whimpered, frowning at her indifference. "You should've influenced him instead of letting His Majesty influence you." This…
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Aries stayed in the emperor's quarters all day and night, getting the rest she needed to recover. With enough rest, she was back to full health the next day. They returned to their normal schedule after that. She returned to the palace where she dwelled, attending her lessons from Dexter and Conan. Meanwhile, Abel returned to becoming the emperor. It had been a week since then. And... it had been a week since Aries refused to wear anything feminine. Abel backed her up so no one could scold her actions…
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"Bitter." Aries winced at the bitterness of the medicine Abel fed her. "Open your mouth." "Huh?" She raised her brows but still opened her mouth on instinct. Before she could react, Abel shoved something into her mouth. "What..." Aries trailed off when the bitter taste was replaced by something sweet, melting into her mouth. "I told them to bring candy since you kept whining about its bitter taste." Abel shrugged nonchalantly. "Happy?" The corner of her lips stretched into a smile, nodding as a…
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Aries opened her eyes weakly, grunting at the state of her body. When she noticed the slightly familiar ceiling, a deep exhale slipped past her lips. 'I knew it. I would have a fever.' Another sigh escaped her mouth. 'Did he...' Her thoughts were cut short when she noticed the person lying next to her. Her eyes nearly left their sockets, blinking countless times. Abel was just staring blankly at the ceiling in silence. "Aries." She flinched when he abruptly spoke, keeping his eyes on the…
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Abel rode his steed as they returned to the palace. As they did, he furrowed his brows and glanced at the carriage behind him. "Halt!" he shouted, maneuvering the reins so that he would check on her. "Your Majesty?" Conan's brows rose, watching Abel approach the carriage where Aries was. The emperor's orders stopped everyone from rushing back to the palace. "Aries?" Abel called outside, knocking on the window while still riding his horse. His brow raised when she didn't answer, making him jump out of…
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Aries slowly opened her eyes as Abel drew his head back, breaking the kiss after a long time. His eyes were brooding, wiping her lips with his thumb. "Your Majesty!" Abel didn't look away from her, even when he heard Conan's voice from the side. "We prepared a carriage for you and Lady Aries when we noticed the weather change." Abel glanced at Conan for a moment while he took off his coat. When his eyes landed on her again, he draped his coat around her shoulders. "I can almost see everything," he…
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Night fell and yet the people around the heart of the capital didn't decrease. If anything, the night became even livelier. But the festive atmosphere in the air didn't faze Abel. Abel stood in the corner, leaning against an establishment with his arms crossed. He had been there for hours now, eyes on the particular bench where Aries was sitting down. 'Why don't you leave?' he wondered internally. He had witnessed her panic when she realized he left her. He had also seen her walk away as if she had…
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