Last Queen
13

"i'll go home first. You continue to work" Claire told the Emperor.

Emperor assented. According to the Emperor, if Claire linger in her study will have a bad impact on her health. Because Claire had to keep quiet to see the Cathal Emperor busy with a pile of documents to sign.

Before leaving the office, the Emperor advised that he would be home late today. Because he also had to go to the northern part later in the afternoon to control business development for some young entrepreneurs there.

The emperor did support the young entrepreneurs to move and rely on themselves. The work ethic of the young Emperor was indeed quite good in improving the regional economy. One by one the problems in each area began to be resolved.

Empress Claire's car and bodyguard leave Ann's Imperial Government Office.

Claire was accompanied by Anna who was sitting next to her.

The dress Claire was wearing felt a little uncomfortable. I don't know why Claire's stomach feels tight.

this is the effect of my pregnancy, she said in her heart.

"Anna, can you loosen up some of my dresses tomorrow ?"

"well madam, I'll loosen up a few cents to make you feel comfortable" Anna replied.

Claire was silent. He chose to enjoy the atmosphere of the city during the day. Although not much traffic but the city is clearly busy with its activities.

Claire has informed the Brendan family of her pregnancy. Ariya, her mother is very happy. Her father only smiled but Claire could not interpret the middle-aged man's smile.

Since his marriage to the Emperor. Brendan's family is getting busy with his business and social life. Mama Claire was now busy attending the banquet of the other nobles. Claire's father was busy with the cooperation of more and more colleagues.

Claire was happy to hear that. At least that's what Claire expected. The Brendan family status.

If Arthur doesn't let go of his engagement, Claire will survive. Arthur is Duke Arthur.

"had he met the woman?"

Claire's thoughts returned to the figure of Arthur and the woman from the Southern Inspectorate. Lisa's.

"Mrs, we've arrived"

Claire's daydream is stopped by Anna's voice.

"Mrs don't think about things that don't need to be thought about. The health of the Madam and the baby-to-be is paramount" Anna advised as the two reached Claire and the Emperor's room.

"thank you Anna"

Anna helps take off the dress Claire is wearing.

Claire wanted a more casual outfit, but the Empire's protocol didn't allow it.

The Empress should still be arranged in dress. Not too demanding with one dress. However, the Empress is not permitted to charge *************** any form and material.

"dresses like this are more comfortable for Anna"

Anna nodded.

Gts .. Gts ..

Room door knocked. It was seen that concubine Melisa was coming to visit.

Claire was a little surprised why the concubine could freely visit here. But Claire still accepts the arrival of Consort Melisa.

Claire is reminded of the novel. That Consort Melisa was wiser and quieter and did not interfere in the affairs of the Emperor.

"what is Consort Melisa ?" ask Claire.

Melisa took out a black box. There is an imperial emblem in the lid of the box. Melisa's handing it over to Claire.

"i'm handing this gift to the great infant of the Ann Empire His Majesty"

"My father, the king of the Kingdom of Almut once told the Emperor that the crown prince of the Ann Empire who occupied the land of Almut was entitled to have this heirloom, I keep it now I leave it to you" continued Consort Melisa.

Claire asked permission to open it. There was a blood red diamond necklace. Claire doesn't understand Melisa's intentions.

"i sincerely give it to Your Majesty, this is a gift from Almut to your baby"

"thank you Melisa"

"wear that necklace as long as you're pregnant, Your Majesty. There is a spell of defense and protection in the diamond. The stone that Almut's ancestors have blessed for thousands of years"

"thank you Melisa, I'm so glad to receive it"

Melisa smiled sweetly at the words of Her Majesty Imperial Empress Ann.

"why is this beautiful woman not made Empress. her heart is so good" Claire whispered in her heart.

"is this all you want to say ?" ask Claire.

"i just want to meet your Majesty and hand over the thing.I am resigned to resign"

After Melisa. Claire didn't go straight back to the room. He remained silent in the waiting room.

Look around the room. This was the first time he came to this room.

"it turns out there are still many corners of this Castle that displays the owner"

The room full of black is illuminated by the color gold.

Claire walked to the window. Looking at the front page of the Castle which shows the beautiful garden. Although this was not the Empire's main Castle, this Castle was quite large and luxurious.

The atmosphere in this Castle is more lively because the Emperor often conducts his activities in this Castle rather than the main Castle. However the Imperial rule says that after the crown prince/princess is born. Emperor, Empress and crown prince/princess must reside in the main Castle.

Only eight more months Claire lived in this place before her son was born.

Claire daydreamed long enough to realize there was a burly arm stroking her stomach from behind.

"what are you doing here, Empress ?" this voice is clearly familiar to Claire.

"don't you come home late ? it's still afternoon"

"The emperor has a family, the prime minister is still a bachelor, let that bachelor work"

Claire returned the Cathal Emperor's embrace. I don't know. Claire liked that she hugged her husband.

"Melisa's concubine came to see me" Claire said next.

"he must have given me that sacred necklace"

"where do you know ?"

"his father told me about the necklace.I do not believe in the magical power in it. But as my respect I accept it. wear it, the ancestors of Almut so taqt in worship"

"alright"

The Cathal Emperor conveys that tomorrow is their honeymoon schedule after a month's delay.

Claire disapproves a little. Discussions happen. But Claire finally agreed.