Escape from the evil lady (GL)
Chapter 163 - 24. The Promise

Chapter 163: Chapter 24. The Promise

Soon, the swift news spread that the army of the Reuven Empire had won a crushing victory over the enemy empire and completely defeated it.

Thus, the conflict on the border was completely settled, which also put an end to all the unrest that had been going on in the empire up to that time.

Upon returning to the capital, the woman known as the monstrous Crown Princess officially took the throne. While the Empress, whose plan to send her stepdaughter to the other world failed miserably, was severely punished. Instead of just killing her stepmother, Kaena found a much more sophisticated way to take revenge on her for her long-standing grudges.

Apart from the fact that the Empress of the Reuven Empire was imprisoned and lost all the former privileges of her position, the torture that was prepared for her in this place really turned out to be the most terrible. Valencia Gross de Ronan has fallen under the curse of the «illusion of eternal nightmares», from which she will never be able to get out. Thus, a woman will be forced to spend the rest of her days in her worst dreams, which will gradually drive her crazy and her former personality will be completely destroyed.

As for the second princess...

Despite how much Jerica de Ronan loved her mother, she still couldn’t justify her actions for what she did. Therefore, in the end, she also had to put up with her mother’s punishment. The princess had only one request — to be able to visit her at least from time to time. Although the girl would definitely have some difficulties with this.

Because Kaena, immediately after her ascension to the throne, decided to send her younger sister into exile to the southern border of the empire, where chaos and confusion continued to this day. The princess was sent there under the pretext of restoring order to these lands. It was a lifelong exile from which Jerica would not be able to return unless the Imperial palace summoned her back. And, in fact, it was the «mildest» punishment that Kaena eventually decided to resort to.

After all, initially, the Crown Princess intended to simply end her sister’s life, not intending to show her any leniency. But, in the end, Camille still managed to convince her to change her mind, because Jericah did not do as bad things as her mother to deserve such a thing. So it was eventually settled that way.

At the same time, in addition to the Empress’s life imprisonment and the exile of the second princess, another big news rumbled through the empire. Namely, the speedy wedding of the new Empress.

The ceremony, which was supposed to take place very shortly after the Crown Princess herself ascended the throne, was supposed to be held on a large scale. And now preparations for this were in full swing in the imperial palace.

The duke’s youngest daughter, who also decided to put her hand in some of these preparations, has recently moved to live in the imperial palace. The girl was independently engaged in the selection of jewelry and her wedding dress, because she wanted everything to go perfectly.

And at the same time, when the accumulated problems continued to be solved one by one...

«Are you really going to leave?»

The Northern Duchess and the baron’s youngest son, who had been staying at the Imperial Palace all this time after returning to the capital, announced their imminent departure today. Before that, of course, they visited Camilla to say goodbye to her.

— yes. I think we’ve been delayed too long here,» Jeremy smiled faintly, «Things are not waiting for us in the northern duchy.

Before that, they had to stay in the capital due to the fact that Selina’s body needed to be restored after she used such a powerful spell in order to save the Crown Princess. And now, after she began to feel much better, it was time to go back.

— Of course, I understand everything... — The girl nodded, — Your Grace, thank you very much again for your help!

— It’s not worth it.

However, despite the woman’s rather neutral response, Camilla still couldn’t help but ask about it.

— Do you really not regret anything? — She asked uncertainly, — After all, you’ve lost your magic powers now...

However, Selina de Loon shook her head.

— I never regret my actions. Besides, I knew what I was doing from the very beginning, so now I didn’t dare worry about it.

— That’s how it is...

At that moment, Jeremy intervened in the conversation.

«Actually, I’ve been thinking about it a lot,» he said, «and I’ve come to the conclusion that even in such a situation, you can find your advantages!»

«And what are they?» Camille asked curiously.

«Since Her Ladyship has lost her powers now, her life span has become like that of ordinary people,» the guy said, «Which means that now we can live together for the rest of our lives and die as an ordinary couple. Doesn’t that sound good?

— Ahem...

At that moment, Selina awkwardly cleared her throat.

— ...And why did you bring it up at a time like this? — Although the Duchess didn’t look too happy about it, the tips of her ears still turned noticeably pink.

«Anyway, don’t worry,» Jeremy smiled, «we’ll definitely make it to your wedding!»

— Yes, well, — the girl smiled back at him, — In that case... I wish you a safe journey.

— You too. I hope that you can finally live a happy life this time.

At that moment, he and his friend hugged each other tightly, and Camilla patted him on the shoulder with a smile.

— Absolutely.

After saying goodbye to her dear guests, Camilla sighed. Although she was a little sad about this breakup, there was nothing she could do. In the end, this life itself consisted of a series of meetings and goodbyes that were inevitable. All that remained was to keep moving forward and look forward to a bright future.

For the next two weeks, I still continued to participate in the pre-wedding preparations. And finally, that very evening came, the day before our ceremony.

In fact, deep down, I still couldn’t stop feeling awe and excitement about this day.

— Lady, we’ll leave you to it.

The maids who were assigned to serve me in the imperial palace bowed to me before leaving the room. After completing my preparations for bed, I was about to go to bed. Although, in fact, I doubted that I would really be able to close my eyes that night.

However, when I just managed to get into my bed to try to sleep, I heard a soft knock on my balcony door. A little surprised, I hurried there to open the doors, and was quite surprised by my uninvited guest.

«Kaena, what are you doing here?»

A woman who looked like a beautiful and graceful wild beast landed gently on the floor in front of me.

«Why shouldn’t I be here?» she asked.

«I mean...» I stammered, «why did you come here this way?»

— well... Your quarters are directly below my office. That’s why I thought it would be the easiest and most convenient way.

At that moment, I couldn’t help but arch an eyebrow.

«You probably forgot to take into account that they are separated by four more floors,» I reminded him.

«Is there a difference?»

I couldn’t stand it and burst out laughing at the casual tone with which she said it. And yet...

«But why did you come so suddenly?»

«Hmm?» The woman cocked her head, puzzled.

«Haven’t you heard about the custom that newlyweds shouldn’t see each other the night before the wedding?»

However, after hearing my statement, Kaena just shrugged her shoulders.

«I don’t really care about that,» she said, «but if you care about that kind of thing, then I can leave...»

At that moment, when the woman turned around, as if she was really going to leave, I awkwardly held her by the hem of her clothes.

«It’s not worth it,» I said sheepishly, «Besides, what’s the point now that you’re already here anyway?»

Hearing my words, Kaena de Ronan stopped and smiled.

— Very well, then.

Eventually, we lay down on my bed, where I rested my head on her chest. For a while, we just continued to lie quietly like that, as if we didn’t even need words to enjoy each other’s company. Finally, Kaena opened her mouth and asked:

— What are you thinking about now?

— I... to be honest, I’m a little worried.

«Me too,» she replied unexpectedly.

— Really? And about what? — I couldn’t help but wonder.

After hesitating, Kaena answered anyway:

«I’m worried about whether I can really make you happy...»

I was a little surprised to hear her say that, but the next moment I smiled and snuggled closer to the woman.

«You don’t have to worry about that,» I said with a smile, «because I’m already happy.»

«Really?» Kaena asked.

«Of course,» I nodded, «after all, I’m going to marry the empress of this empire herself. Who wouldn’t be happy about that?

Hearing my statement, Kaena couldn’t help but chuckle softly.

— But to be serious... I’m really very happy that I’m marrying you.

«And why is that?»

After a pause, I replied:

— Because I’m going to tie my fate with a man who really loves me. To be loved... It’s the only thing I’ve wanted all my life.

There was a moment of silence between us. After which, the woman said softly:

— You deserve so much more. I promise that I will love you like no one else in this world.