Chapter 33.2 (1/2)

Chapter 33.2

“Of course, I will do my best.”

“All right. Then I’ll be preoccupied with state affairs, so let’s call it a day.”

Busy huh?

The empress restrained herself from laughing.

The fact that the emperor was sitting around while delegating his responsibilities to his subordinates was not a secret among the nobles of the court.

The empress saw the emperor going outside of the empress’s palace.

The head maid said as she saw the back of the emperor, as he went away.

“Your Majesty, Charlize has returned.”

“Really? Tell her to enter the room.”

The empress’s face began to brighten up at that moment.

She’s so happy to have Charlize.

The maid thought so as well.

***

On my walk back to the imperial palace, I happened to come across a man.

He was a handsome man with dark brown hair and gray eyes.

Oh, no way?

I drew my brows together.

Is that person the emperor?

In the novel, he was described as handsome despite his cruel heart….

The man in question matched that description quite well.

“Charlize of the empress’s palace greets His Majesty.”

I bowed my head slightly and greet him.

But rather than looking at me, the emperor passed by me as if he was dazed.

Hmm, is he not fond of children?

I squinted my eyes.

But it’s a relief.

If he showed any sign of being interested in me…

Wow, that’s something I’d despise.

I shuddered and entered the Empress’s Palace.

“Is that you, Lize?”

The empress welcomed me with a big grin on her beautiful face.

Perhaps because she was drinking tea, there was a pungent bitter scent of tea around her.

Huh?

I took a whiff.

I don’t think this is the tea she usually drinks.

I believe this is the first time I’ve seen this kind of tea.

“Yes, that’s right.”

The empress grinned bitterly while touching the rim of the teacup.

“I’ve been debating whether or not to drink this tea, but I’ve finally decided to do so.”

“Decided?”

I was a bit perplexed.

Is it necessary for her to make up her mind whether or not to have a cup of tea?

“What kind of tea is it?”

Is it an incredibly expensive tea?

“…..”