31. Capital of Durham

When the first time, Edith gazes landed on the bustling port of Durham. There were many mixed race who mingle with human, for example the woman who had cat tails and ears are from the beast tribe while the one who had pointy ears, fine white skins are an elf race.

In the story stated that people in Glacia Empire had an unfriendly behavior towards the beast race. Generally because they're strong albeit physically, and ordinary human fears danger on instinct. In truth, it doesn't matter because in this world transcendental exists. At least, that what it stated from the book she had read.

The Male lead was strong, and the other fishes were powerful. As the ones who inherited the throne, Ferael was a good-natured person, although a bit immature and headstrong.

'Well, My Daddy much stronger than him.'

The crown prince helper.

Far from where she stands, there was Grand Duke Isaac H. Salvatore with Prime Minister Cassady talking with the Durham Crown prince while surrounded by the knight escort.

They drew many passerby peering glance.

Soon, four carriages and several knights came from a far.

"Looks like our pick-up is here." Hayden said while pointing at the approaching carriages.

"Umm, excuse me." Edith said, after so much hesitation, her clear voice brought attention to all the men in the circle. "As far as I am concerned that I can't go with everyone to the castle right ?"

When Adam's hearing that question, his eyes sunken as if blaming himself because he didn't think that far ahead.

"Yes, Lady Geneivre. Fortunately, we have notified an additional carriage for you. So, you can be at ease." The ones who answered her was Liam, Durham Kingdom prime minister.

"Thank you, I am very grateful."

Liam who saw Edith bright smile faltered, the rest were obviously enamored.

"Just be sure to report your temporary residential file to the city guard at the city hall for further legal document." He continued.

"Jack..."

"Yes, Your grace."

"Accompany lady Edith to her destination, since Sir Adams need to do his duty."

Isaac pointed it with his chin, hearing the order, Adams felt relieved because Grand Duke aide was a reliable figure.

"I'm deeply ashamed as her brother at my incompetence. Once again, I'm indebted to your Grace." with his touched face, Adams truly felt grateful.

"Never mind about that." looking at Edith brother who bow respectful, Isaac coughing his not so dry throat.

"I am thankful as well, your grace."

Edith calmly accepted it because he talked about this before the ship pull over to the beach.

"Then, lets greet each other at the castle. I'll send you an invitation." Hayden added from the sidelines, "The carriage is coming."

"Yes, Your highness."

With that, everyone went inside their own designated carriages.

Edith left for her mansion inside the capital, it's located in the west side of Durham Kingdom capital.

Edith marveled at the sight of its building, they had a unique taste by using whites tone for their walls. That's why, the sight looks aesthetic when she sees them.

Like a scenery that came out from the painting.

Then, when the winter comes.

It'll be dyed white.

From the port, she can see the enormous castle on top of the cliff. A huge bridge made from mostly a rock connected the castle, with high walls to climb in.

Not too far away from the marvelous castle, There is a tall tower in the center of the city.

It was a one of a kind magic tower mentioned in the novel.

Because our empire had it too.

"There's so much differences in Durham Kingdom compared to our Empire."

She muttered slowly, looking outside the carriage. She felt calm inside, unlike when she was in the empire.

She keeps on walking on a sword edge, waiting for the bombshell events.

At least, in here, she could wait the event passing by itself.

It's not like the world would end by her missing role, and we aren't in an action-based genre or post apocalypse genre. It's a romance-based story, with fluttering heartthrob between Male lead and Female lead.

Also, their wild fight on the bed.

"By the way, does the Grand duke attendant following us ?"

"Yes, he sat with the driver."

Nodding, Edith felt relieved inside.

"Then, please handle my residential document with him."

"Of course, My lady."

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At the different place after Edith departure, the empire shook because of the rumor.

The root comes from Beatrice gathering party that occurred two weeks ago after the crown prince left the capital with the Durham Kingdom envoy. Coupled with her sudden disappearance in society after her wonderful appearance at the last ball.

News about the notorious Lady Geneivre who left the empire became a heated topic.

Finally, after she left, the crown prince who came after the task of delivering another royal's ambassador could finally do his another duty was in fact overwhelmed by the explosive's attention from another aristocrat's lady.

The mad dog who growls after the crown prince was now gone, and 'Beatrice' who was well-known as the benevolent lady in front of everyone seems harmless.

"The crown prince has two visitors again today." the maid said while pouring the fragrant tea inside a teacup.

"A woman ?"

Beatrice spat out unhappily, her kind appearance distorted.

"Yes, after that woman left, everyone's seem eager to try their luck. Especially, Marquess Rugard's daughter, Lady Delilah Rugard."

"Duke Harrison people ?"

"Yes, My Lady."

Delilah was popular among socialite, She was a well-bred lady but if one's asking why she was after the crown prince despite the engagement between the Duke Orthos first lady. It was probably because of love.

Like the novel describe, he was a perfect yet flawed individual. He lacks a supporter, thus his engagement with Beatrice happens for a political reason.

The noble's voice centered around the Grand duke successor, and he hasn't stated to support him as the next emperor.

"Then the other ones ?"

"It was Viscount daughter."

Wrinkling his eyebrow, Beatrice had a strange foreboding.

"Who ?"

"Lady Anna de Lenag, the ones who dance with his highness crown prince at the last ball."

Hearing the maids, she remembered the growing rage she felt at that time. The crown prince once said that she was just an unfortunate lady, he pitied her, so he asked for her forgiveness.

Just for that particular incident.

She let it aside...

And she did forgive him.

But what the f*ck with this news?

For an unknown reason, her unworthy presence take a root in the crown prince mind. It didn't usually happen, even the beautiful Geneivre bish couldn't compare it. She was pretty but pale in comparison to Anna.

Both of them have superior looks.

It was also one of her reasons for hating Edith Geneivre, because of her pure looks and seductive body.

But, it doesn't matter.

Thankfully

Her nasty temper buried it all.

"Investigate Viscount Lenag's Daught-"

Before she can finish her word, a servant run to her directions holding a tray with a letter on it.

"Milady!" she shouted urgently.

The maid gasped for more breath, "Th-the letter came from the palace." Stammered, she hurriedly handed the letter.

Beatrice took the letter, which was come from a spy she planted in the palace.

Opening the envelope, then pull the written paper outside.

She was so immersed in the content until the letter in her hand crumpled because of her clenched palm.

Her smiling face failed to conceal the malice from her eyes.

The letter stated.

[Milady, the crown prince, is walking around in the empress palace garden with a pink-haired lady.]

'That b*tch!!'

inside the pool of madness and obsessiveness, The exclusive maid, Tyanne instinctively knew.

"Milady, what's wrong ?"

It wasn't a good news.

"Go get the carriage. We need to visit my beloved fiancée."

She said, smiling brightly, holding the maddening rage.

There was a reason as to why she was so agitated.

The place empress palace garden he often to take a walk was off limit for everyone. Except for her, it is also because of Her Majesty the empress favor, only she had that privilege.

There hasn't any single lady that the crown prince let inside with his permission yet.

That's why.

She felt it.

This is different.

She had to closely observe them, before It's too late.

With that mindset, she flew to the palace hurriedly.

Anxiously hoping that there is nothing more to it.

But then again, the girl she's furiously hoping was similar to the Geneivre wench definitely can't hold a candle.

The marked day when Edith Geneivre sat her foot in the different land.

It was the day that the tranquil Glacia Empire resident, shaken by the unexpected news.

The latter says…

[The esteemed Duke Orthos's Daughter slapped an unknown Viscount Lenag's daughter who recently debuted at the ball at the palace garden, which was loved by the Empress.]

Because Beatrice strictly control her public image, although she knows she has a violent temper.

But on that day, no matter how she tried to control the news. It's blown up regardless what she did.

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Arriving in front of the mansion, they went inside the gate after thanking the driver.

Along with Jack who still following them, they're greeted by an old man.

It was the mansion butler's.

"Welcome to Durham Kingdom, Milady. I'm Hans, the head butler mansion. You must be Lady Edith Geneivre, am I right ?"

The butler said while letting them went inside the mansion.

"Yes, nice to meet you, Mr. Hans."

"That's good, then would you like to rest first before looking around the mansion ?"

"I would love to... but before that, Mr. Hans, let me introduce you to Mr. Jack."

She said to them, letting each other knew beforehand.

Both Hans and Jack greeting each other.

"Nice to meet you, Mr. Jack."

"Pleased to meet you, Mr. Hans."

"Great! Now that Mr. Hans and Mr. Jack know each other, it will be easier in the future. Mr. Hans-"

"You can refer me to Butler Hans, Milady."

"Then, Butler Hans. Mr. Jack was my acquaintance attendant, he was sent to help me settle down in here. Could you please give him a guide ?"

"I will, Milady."

Butler Hans nodded, he talked to Jack and Selena. Edith decides to leave them, while asks a nearby maid to show her room before strolling around the mansion.

The mansion wasn't particularly big, just had enough space to treat a guest and several unused bedrooms.

A little old, but comfortable place to live in.

The maid who guides her, named Bibi. She was a Durham kingdom native, as well as four people who maintain the mansion.

A gardener, one chef, and two maids.

Butler Hans was someone that my father take in, according to the maids. He served my father before he got to know my mother in here.

'Well, my mother said that her relatives will come to the mansion in the future.'

"Milady, we have arrived." Said Bibi in front of the room.

"Uhm, thank you, Bibi. You can leave now..."

Bibi left Edith alone in the room. She was exhausted and throw herself on the bed. Feeling the drowsiness slowly take over.