'' Brother, I don't think Second Prince's presence here was usual,'' Velmud spoke as we were waiting for our father's arrival. I find it unusual too cause there is no way our father would invite him over. It will be better for me if I forge ignorance and just hear them speaking.
'' Second Prince isn't someone who abides by rules and etiquettes, yet dreams of ruling this sacred empire'' Vivian scoffed and sip her tea. '' Your attitude toward the prince can be seen as a rebellious attempt against Imperial Family, Vinnie,'' Waren spoke softly.
'' So what? I rather not show any fake courtesy to a man like him who doesn't have any idea about his footing.'' Saying that Vivian turned her head toward me and asked, '' Tia, why don't you speak much?'' Didn't you say you will become close to us than before?'' I let out a nervous laugh hearing her. What do I do? I was about to speak when the door opened and Father entered.
Tall build figure, board shoulders that makes him look braver than anyone, dazzling blue hair just like Waren's, and blue eyes that looked cold, none can deny that Grand Duke Valentine Von Casnover used to be the most handsome man during his time. A man whose power in terms of politics is only second to the Imperial Familly. A man who alone rules the southeast part of the Empire and is the best swordsman in the Empire. And someone whom I hated the most in my past life.
'' You guys seem to be earlier than me,'' Father said as he sat in the Head's chair.
'' You are the one who is late, Papa,'' Vivian spoke cutely. Father chuckled and pat her head, '' I am sorry Princess. I had to go through some rush thanks to the Second Prince.'' Vivian nodded. '' Dad, why was Second Prince here?'' Warren asked. Father's face turned cold instantly, Just like in my past life.
'' He asked when I am going to give him direct rights over the 3rd Knights of Order. I have no idea what the Emperor is thinking right now by announcing all princes to gather the support of the 5 Knights in Order.'' He said while messaging his forehead.
'' Emperor must be trying to see which prince can have the Knights' support.'' He mumbled. A chuckle left my mouth. All of their head turned toward me and I realized what I did. Father looked at me coldly making me nervous. His cold gaze and intimidating aura always make me feel small and unworthy.
'' Why are you laughing?'' He asked me coldly. I clenched my dress. Why am I scared of him? I have no reason to be scared of him after all, I share the same blood and flesh as him.
'' Because I found your thought about Emperor's intention innocent and funny,'' I said while looking into his eyes with the same intensity he was looking at mine. I was nervous and scared but at the same time, Proud of my attempt.
'' Innocent and funny? Why?'' He asked me. An emperor isn't someone who wants to see who is more worthy of the Throne if he wanted to know that then he would have sent two princes to the Holy Empire and Elskar Empire to prove their ability in politics, swordsmanship, and magic. But he asked them to gather the support of Knights in Order.'' I said coldly keeping my words in check. Father's eyes widen a little after hearing my words. He seemed more interested to hear from me so I continued.
'' I think what Emperor is wanting to see right now is which prince has more support from the Aristrocate Faction. And the prince with the most support will get a negative marking from the Emperor. After all, Emperor won't allow a prince to gain more support than him.'' I concluded my wording. Father seemed to think something. Vivian looked at me amazed and said, '' I didn't know our youngest has such great insight.'' I smiled and said, '' I am not a that good sister.''
Vivian pinched my cheeks and said, '' Accept praises proudly,'' I touched my cheeks and honestly, it felt warm. '' Valentiarra,'' Father called my name. I looked at him and what he said next wasn't something I was expecting to hear that time,
'' This Founding Ceremony, You will greet the Emperor and Empress with me.''
My eyes widen hearing his words. Greeting the Emperor and Empress with Father, as father's daughter? My heart started beating fast I thought it would jump out of my chest any moment.
'' Are you serious?'' I asked not believing. He gave me his usual poker face indicating that there is no way he is joking that time. '' Why? Are you scared of facing the Emperor and Empress?'' He asked me. I shook my head. Father nodded and stood up.
'' It's decided then, Valmud and Vivian will enter in the ball together while I and Valentiarra will greet the Emperor and The Empress. Warren, I hope you will make the best out of this opportunity to find any rebel group among the guests.'' Father said. Warren nodded. I still couldn't believe that Father and I. I was engaged in my thoughts that I felt someone poking my cheeks. I snapped back and my eyes met Vivian's overly excited ones.
'' Dear sister, I think we will be going on shopping today,'' She smirked and my eyes widen. No way! HOW CAN I FORGET THAT VIVIAN IS CRAZY WHEN IT COMES TO DOLLING ME UP? Warren and Valmud burst into laughter while looking at me and Vivian's. For once I felt Father's gaze over me but when I looked at him he turned around his head. Today is the best day.