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Princess Yeri.

“Your job is to soothe his nerves.”

“Due to your kingdom and it’s problems, the king has double responsibility to take care of.”

“Plus, we must not forget how you tried to escape and how you are such a headache. If at any point in time, I hear the king yell, or growl at you. I will get that whip and let it be one with your skin.” Agnes says, her face is resolute—you would think she was a leader of the king’s warriors. There are lines of wrinkles on her forehead and a mouth that only ever demanded discipline. I know she is cruel. I saw how she did not think twice about lashing me. I should be wary of her.

“Yes.” I answer.

“Take the left to meet the king. And next time, wear something that fits your station. I have provided you with harem dresses but you still find a way to make them modest. You ought to dress for the king, not yourself.” Agnes says and I don’t reply this time. How dare she tell me to do that?

Thankfully, the doors to the king’s private chambers a