"Fallen household? What are you talking about, Archduchess? Lukan County is still standing. It won't go into ruins just yet."
"What nonsense are you sputtering, dear former Count? Your daughter is currently wreaking Havoc in the Empire. I highly doubt that the Emperor will be forgiving once the ruckus is over." Ouriel said, mirth flowing out in her cadence.
Although the expression on Haniel's face didn't change, Ouriel could clearly sense the scorn in the man's voice. And that actuality alone made her more amused. Her smile had even reached the corners of her eyes.
