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“I’m feeling a little better now.” “That’s a relief. Um… you must’ve been close to her.” Yudit shook his head. “We barely even spoke.” He tried to recall Kanila’s face—but strangely, it wouldn’t come to mind clearly. Instead, his hand slipped into the pocket of his coat, feeling around until his fingers brushed something round. A brooch. He pulled it out, and on its surface, he saw clumsy embroidery: two three-leaf clovers and a white clover flower, all stitched in…- 396.9 K • Completed
- “I didn’t know.” “I truly had no idea…” “Only a few in the village know. I’ve loved baking bread since I was young, and my brother, though timid, has a deeper care for others than anyone I’ve known. I always thought—if someone were to lead and protect others, it should be him.” The shopkeeper looked down at the bubbling stew as he spoke. “So we made a promise, he and I. That even if, one day, the village were to vanish and only the two of us remained, I would still sell…
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- Yudit was far too busy to feel lonely just because Khalid had left. The festival preparations were now in full swing. “Your Highness, this is the list of vendors who wish to set up shop.” Selena handed Yudit a sheet of paper. He carefully reviewed the list. Recently, District 3 of Bern had entered a boom, and more and more people wanted to open up shop. Most weren’t looking to rent a building; they simply wanted to secure a street stall to sell goods or food. Even so, it was a promising…
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- Khalid spoke in a voice that was almost pleading. There was something about that strange tenderness that made it hard to breathe. After a moment of silence, Yudit took Khalid’s hand and brought it to his cheek. Khalid’s hand cupped his face—it was large, calloused, and rough, with thick joints that told of years of hardship. If someone had to pick the most unattractive part of Khalid’s otherwise flawless appearance, ten out of ten would point to his hands. But Yudit didn’t dislike them. On a man…
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- “I haven’t even said anything yet.” “You were going to say you want to join the monster hunt. I said no.” “I don’t mean I want to be among the knights. I’ll stay with the civilians.” “Then you’d be better off with the knights. What are you trying to do, get stabbed by someone’s blade in the crowd?” “I saw the poster. It said even women are welcome. That just means you’re short on people, doesn’t it?” “We’ll bring in more from the capital or wherever. You…
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- “That day… when I handed out the ornaments, one of the ladies said she was curious how they were made. I didn’t think much of it and just showed her, but everyone was so happy and excited.” “I see. That must have felt good, Yasin.” “They’re asking if they can learn more… like how to make tapestries or use Herut techniques. But… would it be a problem if I taught that here?” “Why would that be a problem? I think it’s a great idea.” “It’s just… quite a few people…
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- However, since he spent most of the day out and about, it was usually Wadiram, Huyan, or Shane who took turns waiting in the tent. But with Huyan and Shane’s rough appearances, there were quite a few unfortunate incidents where people who had come for consultation ran off in fear. Yudit thought he ought to hire an office worker with a more friendly appearance sometime soon. As he stepped out of the tent, Yudit smiled contentedly, thinking of how delighted everyone had looked, just like…
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- “Why the long face, Yudit?” “What do you mean?” “You’ve been sighing like a puppy that needs to pee.” “Have I?” Wadiram nodded. Yudit fell silent, lost in thought for a moment. “I think… it’s because I’m not used to this. Not many people have ever stepped forward for me like this.” “You better get used to it. There’s going to be a lot more of that from now on.” Finishing his meal, Wadiram stood up from his seat. “You’re leaving…
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- “You must take after your mother,” Yudit remarked. “We don’t look alike at all. I was adopted when I was young,” she replied. “Ah… I apologize,” Yudit said, realizing his mistake. “It’s fine,” the woman shook her head nonchalantly. “Let me formally introduce myself. I’m Selena Craven.” “Nice to meet you. I’m Yudit Friedrich Adenauer.” “It’s a bit difficult right now since the guests are using it, but once things calm down a bit, I can bring the machine…
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- Prologue It was a bleak night. With neither the moon nor the stars in sight, the area around the imperial palace was much darker than usual. A long shadow stretched before the chambers of the Fifth Prince. ‘No guards… huh.’ Khalid clicked his tongue inwardly. Even if he had been cast aside, he was still a prince of the empire. To be so poorly guarded—it was a miracle he had survived this long. Khalid took out a sleeping incense from his robes and lit it. Wisps of smoke curled and seeped…
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