Perhaps. Do you love me?

The moment when Deculein asked about love, in the Imperial Palace at the same time-

You crazy bastard!

Sophien cried out involuntarily. She moved about restlessly, tossing all the furnishings in her room. The Go board, stones, and state documents flew to the ceiling.

You are out of your mind!

Her heart pounded in her ears as her heart burned. Sophien was more agitated than she had been in centuries, confusion claiming her mind. She slammed her desk, shivering at the emotions inside her.

You disrespected me. How dare you say such a bizarre thing out of nowhere? This is an act equivalent to rebellion. This crazy, crazy professor.

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