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"Vienna

"Oh! Long live to the new Duke of the current generation, Argen Milz.

"Don't you think this is too long as a greeting?

"Now this is not the most important thing, the main thing is that these cases are finally done...

"I thought so too..but..

Ugh, forget it...

"HEY, it won't work like that! Once you start talking, then continue..! I'm a very curious person, you know.

"You don't know how we unearthed the case, do you?

"Yes, and I'm very interested in where you got the information from.."

She narrowed her eyes and stared at him.

"Um..this..

"Long story? I'm all in.. I have a lot of free time, huh

"I, I infiltrated someone...

"But...how wasn't he caught?

"He died

"OU..

"More precisely, he pretended...

"And here's more details...

"I needed a reason to conduct an inspection of the Lord's estate... and Mr. Walker agreed to play the role of a mortal...

"But..why did he need to die? Or rather, erase his existence..

"Many people were targeting his life, so he needed a loud statement of his death...

"Oh, I see, where is Walker now?Won't they be able to recognize him by his appearance?

"There's no need to worry about that, he's a master of disguise, no one can catch him..

"Then why was that loud announcement necessary?

"Although they won't be able to catch him, they will stop looking for him, so it will be safer for him to move under a different identity..

"But, I have a question... how was he able to falsify his death? It was clearly stated there about the corpse and its identification..

"To be honest, I myself was quite surprised when I heard about his death and, having arrived at that house, I blamed myself for the fact that he died because of my request.. but.. and from the fact that last night he appeared in front of me, I almost threw away my skates ..

"So how did he do it?

"I have no idea, but he said that the owner doesn't always need a disguise...

"I think I understand, it looks like he can disguise others as himself if he needs it... convenient

So did you meet him? And what did he ask you?

"We made a deal

"Which one?

"I will give him a new identity and he will be my right hand, so no one will be at a disadvantage, after all, we are in the same boat.

"Wow, can I meet him? It's very interesting to look at this famous person, haha

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"Are you talking about me miss?

A shadow with a hat came out from behind the wall

"Let me introduce myself once again, I am "Sanji Dupret", the right hand of Duke Milz," he bowed and grabbed and kissed the young lady's hand.

"Nice to meet you, Mr. Sanji.

"Where the hell did you come from?" he felt triggered by removing his hand from Vienna.

"I signed a contract of fidelity, now I will follow you as your puppy, Duke.

"When I signed this agreement with you, I didn't tell you to follow me, the less people know about you, the better.

"On the contrary... the more people talk about me, the less they will be interested in me, because they will have nothing to dig into.

"He's right, Argen...if he's in your shadow, everyone will think you're hiding something, and then you definitely won't be able to use him.

"Why use me right away, we have a mutually beneficial relationship..

"Sorry Mister Dupret...

"I gave you a task, right? And how?did you find at least something?" Arzhen said in an important voice.

"I tried to find out something about this "Izzola", but I could only find out that she is closely connected with the imperial family..

"Do you mean..?

"Yes, she is there at the moment...

"You're quick, though.." Vienna said in a surprised voice, "didn't you entrust him with this task yesterday?"

"Even though I was able to get this information, I'm still not happy with the result..

"What? Why? Shouldn't we just catch her in the imperial palace..?

"Do you really think it's that simple?" Argen sighed, placing his hand on his face.

"If she's in the palace of one of the princes, then they carefully hide her, and I'm sure that the servants also help... and if this is the second prince, then the Empress will probably help him too ...

"But why do you think that this is the second prince?

"Isn't it obvious?" Sanji grinned, sitting on the floor and looking at the sky, "everyone knows about his inferiority complex due to the fact that he was forbidden to participate in the succession to the throne.."

"But why would he hide Izzola? Isn't she just a prostitute?" asked the girl

"Who knows...maybe she has something on him?

"And you couldn't find out anything about her when you were in that dungeon? Argen stammered, "for example, where did she hide those letters?"

"Letters? what letters..?" Sanji doubted

"I mean, what..?didn't she receive purple letters?!

"No, I didn't notice anything like that... unless you're talking about her older sister...

"Leprou said that he saw these two receiving confidential letters...please find out if he fooled us...

"It will be done lord"

After he was given the command, he immediately ran off to carry it out.

"He is so obedient..!" the young lady said in surprise.

"Don't be deceived, he just got into the role, no one knows his real identity.

"But..what should we do now?" Vienna asked, tilting her head

"Well, I can't entrust you with anything, so just keep your eyes open, and if you notice anyone involved in this business, then immediately inform me, understand?

"Yeah, it will be done.

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"Milady, where did you go? You didn't even take an escort with you.." Hilda said in an excited voice

Picking up her lady's scattered gloves and hat.

"Ah, I just decided to take a walk and enjoy the silence..

"You know that the empress summons all girls who have reached the age of majority to her palace,right?

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'Situated in a serene landscape, the palace known as the 'White Night' is a testament to the grandeur and wealth of empresses of yore. With its intricate architecture, breathtaking gardens and enchanting sculptures, this palace transports visitors to a bygone era of imperial opulence.

The White Night Palace is a majestic building located on the seashore, surrounded by a beautiful garden. Around the palace there are graceful fountains that create a pleasant sound of water, and flower beds decorated with a variety of rare plants. The garden abounds with a variety of roses, lilies and other exotic flowers.

The White Night Palace is the epitome of architectural splendor, combining a harmonious combination of classical and neoclassical styles. The facade, adorned with ornate white marble, emits an ethereal glow in the moonlight, earning it the name "White Night".The imposing entrance to the palace, guarded by intricate wrought iron gates, invites visitors into a realm of magic.

It is surrounded by an extensive garden, carefully created to provide enjoyment and a sense of tranquility.A labyrinth of paths meander through a variety of flora, creating a charming labyrinth.The garden boasts an array of fragrant flowers, including roses, lavender and jasmine, whose delicate scents permeate the air, enhancing the overall ambience.

There are magnificent statues scattered throughout the garden, each of which is a masterpiece in its own way.These sculptures pay tribute to famous artists of the time, immortalizing their talent and adding a touch of elegance to the landscape. One such statue, The Muse, created by respected artist Giovanni Pellegrini, captures the essence of divine inspiration with its flowing robes and ethereal expression. Another famous sculpture, the Dancing Nymph by Antoine Coysevox, depicts the grace and beauty of nature, and its intricate details reflect the artist's skill.

There are also bronze statues depicting Greek gods and goddesses, as well as great artists and poets.Each statue is a true work of art and arouses admiration among visitors to the palace.The artists who created these statues gave them special attention to every detail, making them as realistic as possible.

Entering the White Night Palace is like entering a realm of unprecedented luxury. The grand foyer, adorned with sparkling chandeliers and intricate murals, sets the tone for the wealth hidden within. The walls, decorated with gold leaf and intricate tapestries, tell stories of the empire's glorious past. The halls and rooms of the palace are decorated with priceless paintings, rare artifacts and carefully crafted furniture, each of which tells a story

Upon entering, the visitor is greeted by a majestic hall with marble floors and a ceiling decorated with crystal chandeliers. In the hall you can see paintings by great artists, exquisite furniture and sculptures. Each room of the palace amazes with its luxurious decor and sophisticated style.

Walking through the garden around the palace and soaking in its beauty, you can imagine its majestic appearance and feel the breath of luxury that the people who stayed here experienced.'

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"When is the tea party?

"In two days, you should avoid going out during this period so that nothing happens.

"Come on, what could happen?

"Have you already planned some kind of meeting?

"Well, I just decided to go to a spectacle with a few girls.

"You were invited?

"I know that I don't have a particularly good reputation and don't have many friends my age, but I was invited purely out of politeness.

"Then at least take an escort with you..

"Fine.

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'did you watch this play?

'they say she has become very famous lately

'but isn't she plotting against the crown prince?

'Come on, they didn't even use real names in it as I heard..!

_I wonder what this play is about? Even though I've lived in the empire since birth, I've never been interested in rumors about the imperial family._

Entering the hall, the performance began

' Novels often feature stories of ambitious people who stop at nothing to achieve power and prestige.One such story is that of a vain concubine who became an empress after the death of the previous emperor's wife.Taking advantage of the opportunity, she adopted a second prince to strengthen her position and eliminate the crown prince, the son of the previous empress.

Our story begins with a charming young woman who entered the imperial palace as a concubine, attracted the emperor's attention, and quickly rose through the ranks thanks to her irresistible charm and beauty.Gifted with a sharp mind and a subtle understanding of court politics, she realized that her path to higher power lay through trust and the emperor's affection. Determined to secure her position as the next empress.

A concubine known for her unrivaled beauty and cunning. Her insatiable vanity knew no bounds, and she considered herself deserving of the highest position in the empire.

Fate intervened when the Empress, Tsarevich's mother, died untimely.Sensing an opportunity, the ambitious concubine took advantage of this tragedy to strengthen her position.When the emperor mourned the loss of his beloved wife, she became his only source of solace and comfort.She skillfully manipulated his emotions, becoming his confidante and trusted adviser.

To further strengthen her influence in the imperial family, our main character developed a scheme to adopt the second prince, a child from another concubine who committed suicide by jumping into the lake. In doing so, she sought to establish an unbreakable bond with the emperor and ensure her eventual ascension to the throne.Understanding the importance of providing an heir, she adopted the second prince, strategically positioning herself as a mother figure and winning the favor of the emperor.

The adoption not only demonstrated her commitment to her imperial lineage, but also served as a strategic move to eliminate potential rivals.

Now that the second prince was under her legal guardianship, the concubine began plotting to overthrow the crown prince who stood in her way to the throne.

Positioning herself as a nurturing and caring mother, she sought to exploit the emperor's affection for her son, destroying his connection with the crown prince. Using her influence on the emperor, she sowed seeds of doubt and suspicion, gradually turning the ruler against his own son.She organized a network of rumors and lies, portraying the crown prince as unworthy and disloyal to the empire.

Despite the crown prince's best efforts to prove his worth, the concubine's tangled web of deception proved too strong. Through her relentless intrigue, she successfully removed the crown prince from the line of imperial succession, clearing the way for herself to the throne. Crown Prince, symbol.'

'wow, I didn't think it would be so detailed there..

'It's a pity, of course, that the part about rumors is exaggerated.

'earlier in this play they actually discussed the murder of the crown prince

'there was also something about his expulsion

'but they are too exaggerated

'yes..why would the empress adopt a prince with brown hair?that makes no sense at all.

"That's why this play has nothing to do with real life.

_this is very strange.. I don't think she would do something without any intent..._

_it will be necessary to find out later the real intentions of the empress since the opportunity has arisen to visit the palace._

"Vienna..Vienna!

"Yes? Someone called?

"No, it's just... did you like the play?

After all, you are the ex-fiancée of Prince Deitch...

"Ah, I don't think it has anything to do with the real history of the palace..

I need to leave, something urgent happened... you don't mind, do you?

"Yes, sure

"Thank you for the invitation, ladies, see you again..!

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"Argen! Argen!

"Vienna? What brings you here?

"Call Sanji...I got an idea on how to get Izzola.

"Did you call Miss?

"Can you pretend to be me?

"I don't understand..you want me to disguise myself as your identity? Why?

"The empress invited me to her palace, I think this will be an excellent opportunity to search it and find clues.

"You're not mistaken , miss..but you're not going to send me alone..right?

If so, they will quickly find out about us.

"Then should I go with you?

"Just go to this tea party, and I will enter from the other side of the castle, in your guise, if I get caught, you will have to hide.

"And then you'll just say you're lost!

"Be careful, this is a very dangerous mission, miss.