CHAPTER 51 (1). DO NOT GO

As expected, several maids had gathered around due to the sound. There weren't that many there because they felt self-conscious. Three or four of them at best. All of them were senior maids who served the Emperor.

Patrizia walked toward them with a firm look. The ladies were surprised to be found by her and bent over to bow. She looked at them with still trembling eyes and opened her lips.

"Now… in this room..."

"…"

They were shaking. Their faces were full of dismay. Surely… really…

'My guess... is it correct?'

After a brief but deep breath, Patrizia spits out the question that would open up Pandora's box.

"His Majesty… is he in there?"

"…"

They said nothing. Sure. What more was there to say here? Patrizia slowly opened the door. The sound was so loud it was incomparable. CREEEAAAK, the creaking sound of the door was mixed with the cries.

"AAAAGH!"