Chapter 106. Have You Gained Weight? (2)

Translator: Atlas / Editor: Regan

What are you thinking? Cerdina asked. Were finally together after so long, and we dont even talk.

Im sorry

Why are you apologizing? After all, youve been busy with negotiations these days, Cerdina said, seemingly embarrassed. Please remember that you dont have to exert yourself. The peace treaty is not so essential to the future of Estia.

Leah kept quiet. She knew Cerdina had more to say.

In fact, I think it was a ridiculous endeavor from the beginning. How can we relate to such beasts? Cerdinas attractive face began to twist, her expression becoming far less pleasant. Her pleasant facade was replaced by her true nature, cold and stern. Those vulgar things

Leah swallowed. She felt her throat constrict, and her mouth was suddenly very dry. Cerdinas words had cleared up the doubts she had felt since the luncheon. Cerdina hadnt wanted to negotiate from the beginning. But why? Leah couldnt understand it, knowing that Blain might succeed the throne. If they had a peace treaty, they could curb Byun Gyeongbaeks influence

But, Leah Cerdina spoke once more, examining Leah closely. Have you gained weight?

She frowned, and under the stinging comment, Leah felt as if someone was pressing down on her chest. Unconsciously, she clutched her dress.

As busy as you are, you shouldnt neglect something so basic, dont you think? Cerdinas delicate hand caressed Leahs pale cheek. Although it looked like an affectionate gesture, Leah trembled under the touch. I hope you wont disappoint me.

Every time Leah stood before the queen, she felt like a fragile little girl. As if all her convictions and experiences evaporated, and she became a helpless child again who could do nothing but tremble in fear. Leahs voice came out tremulous and helpless.

Ill be careful.

Remember to call me mother when you talk to me.

All right. Mother.

Yes. Youre very kind, Cerdina smiled. She could see the fear in Leahs eyes. So docile. I have taught my children well, dont you think?

Leah nodded quickly, and Cerdina smiled broadly.

The crown prince! An attendant shouted, hurrying toward them, frantic and sweating.

Blain? What happened to him? Cerdinas eyes immediately narrowed and her calm appearance vanished, her face grave and fierce. The swift shift unsettled the attendant.

His Highness was wounded.

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In the hierarchy of the Kurkans, each tribe would have its own chief, and above the chiefs, was the king. Morga, the chief of the tribe that carried the blood of the serpent, had a talent for sorcery.

Like the Gypsies, only a few Kurkans had the ability to master sorcery. And because of this gift, Morga had become powerful, and rose to the top of the hierarchy. He was one of the few Kurkans with such a great ability and good looks. But his reputation was one of the worst among his people, and only his power made up for his terrible personality. Chapter advanced in NovelUtopia

Mars will be out this day, he said coldly. Bad luck looms over us and fills the air with violence and aggression. Impatient, easily angered, he warned. Aries must be careful. Turning to his companion, he asked, are you Aries?

No.

Then what constellation were you born under?

I dont know.

Morga clicked his tongue at the answer, dissatisfied. Thats not good, Haban, not good at all. You should be careful where you walk.

At that moment, Haban stumbled over the protruding root of a tree and fell, hitting the ground with a sickening shriek. Unfortunately, Morga had cast a spell without his realizing it.