19 XIX

Edsel's magic tricks are remarkable.

I know that there's magic in this world but seeing it performed in front of me is quite something. It's not like those cheap card tricks or "Oh this ball disappeared now it's in your pockets!".

It's much more than that.

Floating water balls, seeds turning into flowers, papers turning into pigeons, and many more! I'm so entertained that I can't believe two hours already passed.

"You're amazing Edsel!" I got up from my seat and clapped.

Edsel nodded without smiling.

"Thank you, Your Majesty,"

It's just some cheap tricks, but for me it's fascinating.

Now my only question is how to waste my three spare hours.

"Hey Edsel, may I take a quick walk outside? well, not outside but just nearby my room,"

Unlike the old Brahms, I wanted to explore every time I get the chance. I wanted to walk around.

"I apologize, Your Majesty,"

I knew it. Edsel probably won't be able to disobey her master's orders. This just made me miss Esma even more. I sighed again.

[Knock Knock]

Oh! finally a visitor!

My room's doors opened slightly and a guard peeked in the room.

"Your Majesty, your sister wanted to visit you,"

"..."

Out of all the people in this kingdom, why her? why?

I laid back to my chair with an exaggerated sigh and massaging my temple. Edsel looked over to me curiously. Should I drive her out? but I'm curious why she visits me when she refused to see me just now. Is she here without mom and dad? how come she can come here all she wants?

These thoughts made me irritated as seconds go by.

"Bring her in,"

The guard nodded his head and pushed the door wider.

I raised one of my eyebrows when I see Mercie timidly walked into my room.

The dress she's wearing is tacky as always. My eyes are burning.

"Hello my beloved brother," She beamed and looked more relaxed when she met my eyes.

I suppressed a mocking laugh to her.

"Hello my dear sister," I replied, smiling mischievously. "Please sit down,"

Mercie walked closer and sit on the sofa across from me. She looked around with sparkling eyes.

Why is she acting like this?

"I'm so happy my brother is now the Crown Prince's consort! I can visit frequently right?"

"?"

I blinked.

Her ignorance surprised me every time. It's as if she forgot all of her actions to me. She's acting like we're close siblings.

Arguing with a foolish person is impossible.

"Oh sister, I would be delighted for you to come and accompany me every day. But I'm not feeling well. The Crown Prince would be worried if I tire myself out,"

"!"

Jackpot. She's here because it's related to the Crown Prince. Her bright smile turned into a forced smile, it's filled with toxicity. She leaned back to the sofa.

"I see, that's true. The Crown Prince would've been worried," Mercie nodded her head. "But I wish to meet the Crown Prince so I can express my gratitude since he's taking care of you when you're ill. Gosh, I'm truly worried,"

The corner of my lips twitched.

Ah, this little girl is getting on my nerves. Using her fake concern to get closer with Lucean.

To be continued

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