CHAPTER 89 (2) - Would there be Smoke, if there was no Fire?

"Well… would there be anything unusual? It is the law of the Marvinus Empire to execute anyone who dares try to assassinate a member of the Imperial Family, especially if that target is the Empress, no matter what the reason may have been. I heard that it is not much different in foreign countries, as well. Although Marchioness Ethyller is the daughter of the Efreni household... It will not be so easy to wash away the guilt of her crimes."

"If that happens, well… In my opinion, I wonder if the Efreni family would even embrace her as an adopted daughter."

"I think the same thing as my Lady." Petronilla smiled slightly, and discreetly changed the topic.

"Rather, are there any interesting stories these days? I have not been socializing these days, so I feel like I am falling behind..."