'NOTE TO self: do NOT do anything similar to this in the future,' Alesteria thought to herself as she slumped on her bed, the whole ordeal earlier exhausted her to the core.
She combed through ffity gowns to select the appropriate dress for her to wear on the day of the tea party after practicing walking, something she had never believed was difficult.
Honestly, it was more than fifty, but she lost track at the end due to tiredness.
Even the sweets available at the time were forgotten since she was too exhausted to eat.
'I promise, after this whole thing, I'm going to ask everyone to leave me alone.'
Alesteria doesn't want to come out as rude or ungrateful, but after the recent events, she just wanted everyone to leave her alone so she could recharge.
She misses the solitude of the mountain in this occasion.
Not only that, but Alesteria was reminded of the grueling training she had to
"SHHH! DO you want us to get cwaught?!" The two went silent instantly as Alesteria covers Parie, her eyes wide as she stares at the door, listening in to see if the maid had heard them talking. However, Parie was confused as to why Alesteria would say so as her whole head is in Alesteria's hands, constricting her breathing. "I have two things to say." Alesteria turned to Parie as she spoke, still holding her head to avoid the latter's voice from leaking out. "First, get your hands off my head. I can't breathe." Parie said, surprisingly calm. Alesteria was skeptical as to why Parie was calm, knowing how fiery her attitude is. "Well? Do you want me to faint?" Even her voice didn't seem to be annoyed, at the very least. 'Maybe she isn't annoyed?' Was what Alesteria thought before she slowly released Parie's head. She was skeptical as to why Parie was calm about it, knowing how she
"PRINCESS, I think it's time to apologize."Alesteria paused for a while, her once down casted demeanor suddenly becoming melancholy as she heaved heavily, the burden in her heart easing considerably."I know. I'm fwinding a way to say sowwy." She said, her true feelings showing on her face.Tristan wasted no time and pushed right ahead, telling Alesteria that it was time to put an end to their childish dispute and make up.That is what Alesteria intends to do after supper, but Xerxes was whisked away by an issue with the accounting department before she could bring it up.So, she was thinking of other ways to apologize first.She glanced at Tristan, who was smiling kindly at her side, raising an eyebrow as to why Alesteria was just staring at him.'Maybe he could help?' She wondered to herself as she stared at Tristan.Tristan knew exactly what she was thinking, and he started the topic before she cou
ALESTERIA FELL asleep after crying so much, her head still resting on Xerxes' shoulders as he softly bounced while continuing to pat her back.It has been a few minutes since the whole touching apology and after Alesteria calmed down, there is still no talking between them until she fell asleep.They just want to feel each other's presence after a long period of not seeing each other.Perhaps she exhausted herself from crying with all the bottled-up emotions she has had for the past few days, especially given she is only three years old.A child could only take so much.So, Xerxes just let Alesteria sleep in his arms. She, Alesteria, still has tears in her eyes and anyone who would see her can tell that her eyes will be puffy in the morning, but what is important is how deep her sleep is.Tristan, who had been watching the whole ordeal and aiding the princess, couldn't stand it any longer.He was well aware of the pri
THE NOBLES who received such an invitation were all dressed up in their own style, following the theme that was indicated in the invitation. They were all high-ranking nobles who are well-known across high society and are regarded as some of the best nobles to ever enter society. They radiated such grandeur and grace that many lower-rank nobility looked up to them. In other words, they are what the majority of people perceive to be a professional. One of these nobles comes from a noble house famed for generating creative individuals, with a generation of their house producing singers and novelists alike, as well as controlling the empire's most prominent newspaper. Another nobility is part of the government officials, with positions ranging from chief to executive head coming from this family. They are probably well-known for their intellect and expertise. Finally, this noble house is noted for being discreet about their business; few people are aware of them unless they are part
A FEW hours prior to the event, Alesteria woke up as if her eyes had been stung by bees, making some maids snicker and grin at how such an adorable princess would have puffy eyes that she couldn't even open them. So, they gave her an ice pack to lessen the swelling. "Are you feeling alright, your highness?" Bella asked as some maids are getting Alesteria ready for today's party. The theme is a fairy garden, complete with faux butterflies but real roses decorated around the venue, which Alesteria saw when when she used her mana to construct a little dimension that can view whatever the user desires to see, using a small mirror she had in her dresser. 'The venue is honestly beautiful, but that is to be expected from Bella.' Bella was the one who organized it so Alesteria knew it will be beautiful. She was also the one who helped with her receivance banquet before so Alesteria knows that she is more than capable. And she did not disappoint. "I'm fwine. Dwaddy and I made up so I cwi
THE NOBLE children all stared at Alesteria, who was drinking her tea, while the latter was starting to feel uncomfortable from the overbearing gazes directed at her.There is some small chatter going around and a few words but most of them much rather spend their time looking at Alesteria than to interact with each other.The other children who were not staring at Alesteria were whispering to themselves about her, and it was practically the same thing."The princess is so pretty!""I even thought she was a fairy when she came out!""She is so elegant. How amazing!"Alesteria, who heard all of it, can't help but feel a bit sheepish.Of course, she acted like an exquisite lady when she walked out to welcome them, but that's because she's afraid of what the noble women present would say about her if she makes a mistake.In a party such as this, authority and power are everything."They are still not over it
THE CHATTER that once dominated the room suddenly went silent, even the slightest background noise went quiet; along with her question, the snickering and laughter all stopped as the atmosphere became heavy.Alesteria set her cup down gently, turning her head to Margaret with a tight grin and strained face.Alesteria is not a fool. She recognizes when someone is attempting to exploit her for their personal gain, attempting to make themselves appear good just so they can push the latter later on.Alesteria has seen individuals like this before, but she has never seen a female, let alone a kid, act so boldly that she forgets the customary pleasantries.Alesteria is not one for such a custom but this girl has crossed the line.'And she wants my brothers? After acting so arrogantly?'Alesteria wanted to laugh mockingly at the ignorant girl.She then remembered something from her lessons with her etiquette instruc
TRISTAN FINALLY got the rest that he deserves after a long night of filing the documents and sending them out to each department, reducing Xerxes' workload by half.He chose to look through the corrected documents and place them in the authorized pile, while the others were placed in the rejected pile, because he had nothing else to do for the rest of the night.He'd done it in just 7 hours, leaving him more fatigued than ever; he could feel his limit finally catching up with him.When Xerxes returns, he dismisses him and allows him to rest in his palace room, which he hasn't visited in more than a week.Tristan has his own house outside the palace but is he willing to travel far when he is so exhausted to even walk?Of course not.Tristan walked to his room, almost dragging himself, and as soon as he reached the door to his room, he breathed in relief and threw himself off the bed, without bothering to change his clothes or