Stand-in for the Nobles (2)

Chapter Twenty-eight: Stand-in for the Nobles (2)

Sun Maerim, who was trying her very best not to throw a fit, protested. "However, your Majesty, the Governor Ong Sungjoon did not release a list of noble houses that your party would be at."

Haneul slightly tilted her head, as if confused, "I thought I heard you complain about being one of the biggest noble here in this town with the knowledge of what the Damsae takes as its prey?"

The Marchioness was about to talk when Haneul cut her off as she looked around the pavilion, "Truly an outstanding pavilion. However, is this how you treat a guest? Not even troubling to offer us a cup of tea? We just had our journey to save your heads. That is disappointing." She said as she slowly looked at her with mischievous eyes and faked a laugh.

The side of her lips twitched as she was not sure what to answer the Empress. She unconsciously clapped her hands and the Head Maid was shortly then summoned in front of her.