Jessica Robinson
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After the Royal Guards took the investigations into their hands, they found some solid proof regarding the late Emperor's death. The Dowager Empress was sentenced to death, but her execution was held three days later, just as Alexander reminded us. His majesty called me in his office to fire me... Well, he said it was better I focused on my family. And that my daughter was very cute. He hopes his children will be like that. He didn't say anything about firing me, actually, but it was rather…-
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Alexander walks out of the room with the little ball awake and healthy, but my heart can't stop pounding until I have her in my arms. ?It was just another attempt,? he says, trying to call me down. I cuddle my daughter and see no traces of an attack on her. She's safe; I can relax. ?Did you catch the culprit?? I inquire. ?Yes, the knights stopped him.? The Empress bursts out laughing. She doesn't have anything to lose now. Why doesn't she just give up on my daughter's life? She was…
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Everyone is in a daze. I'm using a dead, crazy woman's words for my gain. Word she told only to me, at that. Her butler delivered information and proof about poisoning soon after the logs. The Empress Grandmother had been planning to use her own death to make trouble for the Empress. She was lucky she met me, so her plan will be carried out till the end. I'm not sure Princess Lyland would have been able to reach this point. She doesn't have any link to those trying to destroy her country, so she…
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After cleaning my name from the accusations, I don't really need revenge. No one will believe to the Empress ever again. If she didn't cause the death of Alexander's parents, if she didn't try killing my daughter... Maybe, I could spare her in that case. ?The law is rather clear,? I say. ?Someone bringing fake evidence is punishable. Not as a culprit, of course, but as an accomplice. Her majesty failed at recognising fake proof and used it to frame innocent people. Twice.? ?I have something to say…
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?Where are the advisors appointed for the selection?? his majesty inquires, turning to his assistants. They immediately run out to look for them, but it doesn't take much time to realise they're nowhere to be found. Some are missing, others had compelling commitments out of the capital, urgent and unexpected. The eldest died, during the night, of old age. What a coincidence. ?So many lives just for her own gains,? the Empress comments, drying non-existing tears with a silken handkerchief.…
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?My wife and I,? Alexander says. With those few words, he reminds everyone of our link. We are married, and nothing that has been brought up is illegal between husband and wife. Don't all couples like to experiment, from time to time? I was so embarrassed that my mind was clouded for a whole minute, but those the Empress used to hit me aren't valuable accusations. What if I tie my husband, and if he ties me? It's our own, private thing. No one has the right to meddle into our bed duties and…
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?Archduchess, I thought we had already cleared up those misunderstandings,? the Emperor declares. ?Are you still unhappy about those small incidents?? ?I never said that, your majesty,? I reply. ?But it's becoming obvious that someone is targeting me for personal antipathy. It's a burden, to me, to always need to clarify my intentions. Especially when I've done nothing to deserve so little trust.? The Empress inhales quickly, charging for her attack. ?Let us judge whether you've done something or…
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Kate, the maids, and even the knights walk away while Lavinia starts frowning and complaining. I stop my feet from running to her. She's not crying for anything else but the discomfort of the loud music. She's fine. I don't need to cuddle her now, and she'll be all right. Before I can lose control and grab my baby to carry her out, Alexander walks by me and reaches the maid. ?Let me,? he sighs. He carries Lavinia away while the little ball calms down when she recognises him. Oh, I could make…
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In the end, I chose the blue dress. It's the one I like more. It's dark in colour, has a tiny waist but doesn't constrict breasts. The sleeves are large and fly when I raise my arms. The cleavage is chaste, and that must be what Alexander likes in this gown. The skirt is large and bulky, but I'm getting used to this kind of model. It's a combination of different styles. The noblewomen will love it. It makes me look elegant and fresh at the same time. ?It's done, your highness,? the maid says.…
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A few days without scandals nor attempted murders feel refreshing. But I know it means that a worse challenge is waiting for us. I've prepared all that I need, and I always keep it nearby. But I know when the harpy is going to strike. On Lavinia's special day. When the Emperor bestows his gifts and presents her to court. It seems I won't be able to leave her safe in our room. She'll have to be present. For the event, Alexander designed special security measures. Lavinia won't be carried by…
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