At the end of the light greeting, the contents moved from the golden swan palace to the tropical dance, with new magic tools to be introduced soon in the social world.
"I'm looking forward to seeing a lot of new magic tools."
"Oh, what kind of tool is it? The Duke of Lazia, by the way, always introduces new products to Empress."
Ran laughed and said as Marchioness Cyrus smeared her mouth.
"Next time, I'll tell the Marquis to send a separate man."
"Oh, really?"
Marchioness Cyrus did not notice that the Empress' eyes were slightly tapering and liked it.
"Of course, the best thing is to show the Empress first."
The Empress laughed and said generously at Ran's words.
"How can it be seen only to me? The Marquis is begging you, next time you show the Marquis first."
"Thank you, Empress."
Marchioness Cyrus said with a smile. She was so cheerful that Ran quickly liked her. Her red curly hair and pumpkin eyes were cheerful. She was the daughter of a knight, a low-ranking noble to be the Marchioness, and I could see why Marquis had a crush on her.
Although the age difference between Marquis and Marchioness was about ten years old, it was not a major flaw in aristocratic society.
Still, there were people who talked behind the scenes.
'Well, if you're talking behind her back, she's pretty good, too.'
Ran thought so.
The Duchess of Usla had dark black hair and dark complexion. It is said that when she was young, she was a very beautiful woman with clear features, and her beauty remained even when she grew older.
She said, spreading out a colorful fan with roses on it.
"I'm always looking forward to it, too. Today the Duchess of Lazia is wondering what she's going to bring."
A thorny attack, Ran smiled softly and said.
"I only think about it. I'm sure the Golden Rose owner will be happy to hear this."
Ran nailed it that I'm not doing business, but the top of the Golden Rose is doing business.
Recognized by Blue flame, there were also high-ranking nobles who thought that a cloth without a drop of Lazia's blood was acting as Duke of Lazia when they came out to society.
Just like today's Duchess of Usla. I can't say it out loud because I'm powerful.
Olivia said with her head tilted.
"So, the Golden Rose top stock is half-elf, right?"
"Yes, it is."
"Elf, can you believe it? I'm also worried about ice crystals in their hands."
Ran nodded as Olivia frowned and said.
"I understand how worried the Crown Princess is. But you don't have to worry about that. Turns out the Half Elves are disrespected among the Elves. It's better to live among humans than it is."
Ran gave away the excuses that Levery always made. Olivia nodded, "I see."
'No, why are you picking a fight?'
Ran swallowed the warm tea water, feeling the tension stealing the back of her neck. The inside of the tea salon, which was spinning the hot air, felt dry.
'If you turn it on like this, the ice crystal will be used up quickly.'
It's good to make money.
Ran thought so and thought she should make a moisture controller.
"But Elf is a mysterious being. I want to see them in person someday."
Marchioness Cyrus twinkled her eyes and said, reminding Ran of Haresh. Yeah, he's a good-looking guy.
Moreover, elves are basically bigger than humans. That was also an attractive aspect.
"I hope we can communicate someday."
Ran replied with a big smile.
'You will communicate soon.'
With such an insidious thought.
When the Elves and Dwarf's magical work comes out, they will put the Mana Stone and more value in their hands.
It's called brand power.
"Come to think of it, I heard Marquis Cameron even threatened her himself."
The Empress frowned at the words of the Duchess of Usla.
"Why would you bring that up?"
"No, thank you for your concern, Duchess Usla. But I just had a little disagreement with Marquis."
"Cameron is also a long-standing family devoted to the royal family."
Empress Katya nodded at the words of the Duchess of Usla. Ran smiled heavily.
That means that there is an emperor behind the post- Cameron writer, so don't be rude.
"Of course. Lazia is proud of that, too. Every time I see the green arch."
Ran carefully cut a piece of cake with a fork, while answering, we've been together since the first emperor.
The best thing about coming to the capital was that I could eat as many high-end snacks as I wanted.
'Lazia should also produce sugar quickly....' I wonder if Eustaf is doing well.
'Oh, I miss him.'
There was no man as handsome as Eustaf in the capital. I want to hear him say "Noonim" and also hear his unique cool accent.
The empress smiled and said.
"Then I heard there was a constant stream of suitors in front of the green arch."
"That's right. I heard some people sang serenade all night."
The Marchioness Cyrus giggled. Olivia smiled with her eyes, "Oh my gosh."
"I wonder who will be with the Duke."
"I don't want to get married yet. Eustaf is still young."
"It turns out that Eustaf isn't getting married yet?"
Ran bowed her head at the Empress' words.
"That's right. He's still young, so I'd like to have enough time."
Ran quickly struck a smoke screen.
In fact, it's hard to say that he's young because he's 18, but the excuse that he hasn't become an adult was close to work.
"Of course, the Duchess of Lazia cannot be involved in the marriage of Eustaf."
You don't have anything to do with him.
The Duchess of Usla put up a thorn again. Ran replied, feeling a little tired.
"Yes, I respect Eustaf. He is also a senior graduate of the Academy."
Ran gave a big smile. She used to brag about her younger brother whenever she had time. Then I thought that some troublesome things would fall off.
"Oh, that's too bad. I'd like to see the Duchess of Lazia's wedding. Oh, my God, so how does it feel to be courted by so many men?"
Marchioness Cyrus turned the subject around brightly and Ran replied with a giggle.
"Well, to be honest, I don't know what to do with all those flowers."
In this way, the conversation continued and ended before dinner began. Ran swept her chest inward, greeted them gracefully and left.
Sir Blaine, who was waiting, looked at Ran's face and whispered.
"You look tired."
"I am tired."
Ran made a quick step by rubbing her temple. I wanted to leave this palace as soon as possible.
Then someone slipped out of the room as if they were waiting for her to come out. Blaine paused and lowered his head in a hurry.
'Oh, shit.'
Ran also bent her knees deeply, cursing inwardly.
"A pleasure, Your Highness, the Crown Prince."
"Isn't this the Duchess of Lazia, whose face is hard to see?"
The prince grinned. The 28-year-old had a bright appearance. Blonde hair and blue eyes.
Looking at his appearance, he was like a prince. Except that he is a midget inside.
"My apologize."
Ran answered with her head down. The reason why the crown prince didn't see her was simple. Ran avoided him as much as she could.
The prince shook his hand at her polite answer.
"No, no problem."
When Ran straightened her knees and raised his head, Ruth whistled lightly. At that moment, Blaine clenched his teeth. No matter how many times he was the Crown Prince, this behavior was severe.
"I've heard that the Duchess of Lazia is a wonderful beauty, but this is beyond imagination."
"It's not as pretty as the Crown Princess."
Turn to your wife, you son of bitch.
With this in mind, Ran replied with a smile. A frowned in his forehead showed up when Olivia was mention.
"I want to put that aside and have a chat with the Duchess of Lazia."
Ran felt a headache coming. She had no desire to get close to the Crown Prince. I don't want to get involved with the Crown Prince couple.
'But I know it's greed.'
As long as you're intertwined with the royal family, you're bound to encounter the Crown Prince and his wife.
Ran said, barely pulling up the corners of her mouth.
"Thank you, Your Highness. I'll be waiting with pleasure for the invitation."
Ruth's blue eyes narrowed. A blue color that is completely different from Eustaf.
Ran unknowingly compared him and Eustaf. And my brother is the best. It was concluded that.
"It's an invitation, I'm sorry I didn't prepare that. If I invite you officially, will you come?"
"I'll gladly accept. I had a great time with the Crown Princess today."
"With Olivia?"
He raised his eyebrows, smiled lightly and held out his arms as if he were escort.
"I'd love to hear what you two talk about. Why don't we walk in the garden for a while?"
Ran swallowed a groan. So, you're not going to step down, are you?
"If it's for a second."
Ran said so and began to walk, sneaking away from putting her hand on his arm. To be honest, I wondered what he was thinking about me approaching him.
The next Emperor and the Duke of Lazia.
Don't you think these two words mean something? The idea that it might be a political story broke in less than 10 minutes, or five minutes.
'You were just a jerk.'
Ran barely held back her face from being crumpled. Ruth grinned and said.
"So, am I right? No? I'm sure you're a virgin."
"Why do you want to know that?"
"Isn't it because you're changing the subject?"
Ran want to said, 'you're such a bastard!' I was enjoying the mood. The other person is a prince and cannot be rude. But what if the other person is just talking about that?
"Your Majesty, you are very rude. You're not the crown prince of the Empire at all."
Ran stopped walking with a straight face.
"Ah, that's hot. I like hot girls."
Ran gritted her teeth and smiled and bent her knees lightly.
"Then I'll leave you alone."
Without hearing an answer, Ran began to walk briskly. Ruth grinned as he looked behind her.
I thought she was a cold woman because she was called Lazia on the ice wall, but she must not be.
'But without Lazia, there's no power.'
Ruth rolled his head. Why don't we ask the next owner, Eustaf, for cooperation?
It would be reassuring to say that the next emperor will be the backseat. In addition, Ran, which is influential in the capital, is a threat to Eustaf, which cannot be liked.
'Or tell my father to get temporary Eustaf permission to be a Patriarch.'
Then he won't need Ran anymore, so all he has to do is pick up the fallen fruit.
Ruth grinned and moved on.
*******
The green arch mansion was full of excitement. Because today was finally the day when the maid uniform was paid.
So far, the maids have worn the clothes they brought. Because it was shabby clothes, of course, clothes were distinguished whether they were servants or not.
But today's clothes were made of smooth, high-quality material. The color was navy and the cloth was also used richly.
Because the buttons, sleeves, and clothes themselves were different in color by rank, I could quickly find out what position the wearer was.
Of course, uniforms were provided not only to the maids, but also to all the maids and servants working in the mansion.
Because they had a few bags to match their clothes, all the servants were excited as they waited for today. And finally, today's uniform was given.
Everyone was busy changing into new clothes.
Soda wore the new clothes and shuffled and swept her sleek clothes several times.
"Oh, my God, it's so pretty."
Knowing how important design was in uniform, Ran put the most effort into it.
Of course, the quality didn't go down either. It was my first time to have such a fine cloth.
In addition, a rich patty coat was also provided, so when she wore clothes, she was more beautiful than any other clothes she had.
Kara also smiled happily at the color of her buttons and sleeves.
The servants and maids of the mansion felt excited all day today with their new clothes.
Naturally, the sense of belonging to the Lazian family has also strengthened.
'That's why you're wearing uniforms.'
It is not only for identifying Lazia, but also for a sense of belonging and unity. At the same time, it's to solidify the image of the Lazian family.
Within a few days, the Lazian maid uniform gave a special impression outside the family.
Everyone longed for the uniform and wanted to enter Lazia as a maid of honor because of the uniform.
People's attitudes have also become more polite. Loyalty to Lazia naturally grew stronger.
Ran smiled happily at the people of her favorite family. I have made a lot of clothes of the same design and sent them to Lazia, so I'm sure the people there will enjoy themselves.
But the smile didn't last long either. The reason was simple.
'It's because of the Prince's dog.'
Sitting in front of a large table made of black wood, she buried herself in a fluffy chair and Ran gathered her fingertips. She tried to recall as much memory as possible of the crown prince.
In fact, the story is the most detailed since the beginning of the original. The crown prince was already dead at the beginning of the original, so I couldn't remember much except that he was a dwarf.
'So ·····.'
The Crown Princess fell in love with Eustaf at a glance, persistently chasing him and jealous of Sina, who is loved by him, tries to kill her.
Then, when Eustaf and Sina find out that the crown prince was poisoned and that Crown Princess' son was not the son of the crown prince, the mercy of the crown prince ends.
The second prince becomes the emperor.
'But I understand.'
After going through the prince, himself, I understand the Crown Princess who poisoned him.
'And whose father of Princess son was not known to the end, right?'
I knew the child would be left to the Duke of Miro.
'What should I do?'
The best thing is to pretend you don't know and stay far away. However, it was a problem because this prince puppy kept sticking to her.
Rumors were already spreading in society.
The Crown Prince is in love with the new Duke of Lazia.
'Euaaaa-!'
Ran made a noise while holding her hair. Do I poison you first? Get rid of you? Huh?
Ran breathed out a long breath.
"Sir Blaine."
Blaine, who was watching Ran public next to him, replied anxiously.
"Isn't it good?"
"Where can I look for an assassin?"
"That's..."
Blaine paused in a moment of embarrassment and soon realized that Ran was just saying.
"Oh, that little Prince! Really!"
It was a terrible verbal abuse. Blaine nodded in deep sympathy, although he would be taken for the crime of profanity.
"He's a real nuisance."
"Then"
Ran stretched herself out on the desk. She closed her eyes, inhaled deeply, and exhaled.
"I can't help it."
There's only one person who can control the Crown Prince.
The Emperor.
Ran pulled out a card one by one in her head.
'It's heavy.'
She is Lazia's patriarch, and all decisions are up to her. At the same time, all responsibilities belong to her.
Political action, words.
All her actions were weighty. People's lives are at stake in the weight.
Sometimes it was hard to endure when I thought that Lazia's rise and fall were on her shoulders. There is no one to discuss, no one to lean on, and mistakes are not tolerated.
'Uh-'
If there is Eustaf at this time, we would at least discuss it. Ran exhaled deeply and said, raising her body.
"I'll ask his Majesty, the Emperor."
Anyway, what am I supposed to do with that prince? Such a man – may not be the next emperor, but it's annoying to stick to him anyway.
Knock knock!
Ran turned her head in surprise at the urgent knock on the door, which did not feel polite. Blaine, too, seemed to be "what..." and the door opened quickly before he could ask. There, butler Rolf stood with a puzzled face.
"A...a messenger came from the Marquis of Cameron."
"Marquis Cameron?"
When Ran frowned, Rolf hurriedly added.
"This is the Declaration of the Battle of Territories!"
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Ruth = Crown Prince