Not a Lovely Stepmother

When Lucien sees the beautiful face of the mysterious woman, he is certain that she is Amelia's mother, Cecilia.

Like her, the mothers of his other sisters almost never visited them at Michael's fortress because he was against such things.

But on the rare occasions when they went there to see their daughters, usually on their birthdays, Lucien saw them.

It has been more than four years since the last time he saw Amelia's mother, but they look very much alike, and it's evident that Amelia inherited her mother's beauty.

Even the quick smile that Cecilia gives Lucien reminds him of Amelia, and he almost mentions that she and the others are almost there.

But Cecilia quickly turns to Artem, leaving Lucien confused. He doesn't understand many things yet, and before he can ask any questions, she speaks to the elf.

"You foolish little man!" Cecilia insults Artem in front of everyone. "What do you think you are doing?!"