Queen Ariadne's POV.
We sat down in the harem waiting for the mysterious woman to show up. The women were all eager to see what she look like, but I wanted to hear what she would say.
My heart started racing when the Emperor's presence was announced. He entered the harem with Prince Edward. When I thought about what the woman will say about me, I became restless. If she decides to tell them the truth about my identity, then it will be over for me.
I say a little prayer and hope that she talks to me first before saying it aloud. I might be able to convince her as a woman.
"Mother, is everything set?" I heard the Emperor ask. He did not look at me. I wondered if it was a new habit he cultivated a few minutes ago.
