Duke Lancia slowly shake the white liquid on his tall glass before take a sip of it.The sky, outside his study room, already getting darker because it is almost midnight."It's tasty. Too bad, this has a short shelf life."He said to Albert, the Butler, who still reading the rice wine's recipe which Cecilia made.He already tasted it and kind of like that liquor.Never crossed in his mind that a mere grain can be made as a refreshing beverage. It almost looks alike with milk, however has a slight viscosity that tastes slightly sweet, tangy, bitter, and astringent.The alcohol rate was lower than regular beer and tasted more refreshing than it. For Albert, it is a revolutionary culinary invention."It will be a great idea to sell the rice wine across this empire. We can use a pasteurization technique to prolong the shelf life. Same like as we do while produce b

"So, that's what happened." Gillian said after heard her story about the secret meeting in Ligaya's Island."But, it's still hard to believe. I mean, the black cloud came into your dream, warning me about the unknown punishment and grant you an ability to paint. It just--,"Gillian shook his head, "I can only paint my hyung's faces. Other than that, it as bad as before. Perhaps it's a bliss for me. To keep them alive in my memories. I want to treasure it.""Han Ki Jung." Her face getting worried when she notice a longing feeling in his eyes."Nah, forget it. Anyway, how's your relationship with that masked man? I still remember how he asked me to write your name in Hangul. Ah, it still scares me."Cecilia shrugged, "Well, that's good.""Eh? What happened?" He asked while raising his brows. "You look dissatisfied of something.""Just in your im

Hugo whistling when he entered the theater while holding a bouquet of fresh red roses. Gale was the one who suggested it. That bartender said, "Forget about being a boring man. Diamond and roses are woman's best friend." Hugo couldn't afford to buy diamond, so he bought a bouquet instead. Sarah Bones is a polite woman. Coming from a middle-class family, Sarah work hard to became a teacher. Although, she has so much interest in art and painting. But, those hobbies need money. After knowing the audition, she applied to be one and became the most passionate person to learn and teach about how to paint . Hugo know her and have some interest to her from the first time they met. She has a cute smile and reckless in her cheek. With long brown and a pair of hazel eyes, Sarah look younger in her 20s. Hugo came to the Capital's park and found that girl sitting on the bench. Waiting for him, patiently. Wearing a simple brown tunic

Surprisingly, Mary and the Lancia's knight's aren't arrived yet. But, it doesn't mean that Cecilia can't be shine.Lancia's household maids have extraordinary skill to make her look stunning for today's event.Wearing long simple dark blue evening gown and white pointed high heels. A set of white pearl jewelry was on her ear and neck, make her look classy and elegant.She only uses light natural make up that suitable on her age. Cecilia was the one who asked them to make her hairdo as simple as possible. That's why, the maids didn't do anything to her black hair except brush it before put one small hair clip made from pearl on the left side of her head. Of course, she wore the corsage bracelet on her right wrist.However, she can't help but nervous. After all, this is her first time to attend such a formal banquet in the palace."You look good today, My Daughter." Duke Lan

"What a bizarre combination. A rebellious prince and evil woman.""Ah, their creepy smile make my whole body shivering.""I agree! Now, I know why she stepped out from the election. To seduce that prince!""Oh, do you mean that they're perhaps planning some rebellion?"Aileen try her best to suppress her anger because Cecilia already stole the spotlight. She was surrounded with her friend, pushed her to look calm and collected.She was angry because no one notice her new gown that made from the most expensive gold thread which imported from overseas.Even tough, they're talking bad about Cecilia's new fiancé, Aileen doesn't like it. Not to mention, Nolan didn't even steal a glance to her and silently staring on Cecilia's dance movement. She holds her glass so tightly.What is so special about that girl?she asked herself. If only I have somet