173 CHAPTER 87 (1) - No More, Do Not be Concerned

"Indeed," Patrizia replied in a dry manner. "I did."

"You mean that is not the case now?"

"I still hate Your Majesty."

"However?"

"At the same time, I am also compassionate towards you." Patrizia said with an unshakeable look on her face. "It is just a feeling of pity. To the point that you might be offended."

"No, I am not offended."

Patrizia stared at the man who said that he was not offended, when he could certainly feel that way as the man wielding absolute control over the Marvinus Empire. Before she could ask that question, his words continued, "Just the fact that your eyes no longer contain pure hatred is enough."

"…"

"I am glad. Very glad, at that."

"… I will be taking my leave now." The flustered Patrizia slowly stood up from her seat, and walked to the doorway with steady footsteps. She put her hand on the door handle, and muttered to herself internally, No more… Do not be concerned.

Whatever it was about...

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"Your Majesty, the Empress, you have arrived?"