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nSo that she may slowly grow into the perfect Emperor, hiding her claws in her lavish clothes and decorations.

nOf course I was just thinking that it might be that way.

nThe Princess shrugged her shoulders slightly.

nNo matter how much she was a beloved daughter, she could not fully understand her father’s true intentions.

nIn any case, the long hours he carried her with him were not in vain.

nBecause she led her attendants and knights nicely.

nSo, when almost all preparations were completed, the Emperor’s carriage finally arrived at the hunting grounds.

n“Your Majesty.”

nUpon hearing the news of his arrival, Gabriella immediately ran and bowed her back without holding her breath.

n“I’m sorry I’m late, my Gabi.”

nThe Emperor used to call his daughter ‘my Gabi’.

nWith love.

n“No, I checked everything you instructed. The assignment of manpower to the divided areas has also been completed. I have checked.”

nBeyond that, Gabriella gave a brief overview of what the Emperor needed to know.

n“My daughter is smart and meticulous. Thank you.”

n“No, I’m glad I got the chance.”

nSince she turned 16 she hasn’t been able to do much, so she’s been a little depressed.

n“It’s a pleasure to see the successor looking for work. But my daughter still needs protection and study.”

nProtection and study.

nThere were two rules that her Emperor always emphasized to her.

nGabriella Farrell Mechidia was the Emperor’s only child.

nShe was the youngest of pure blood.

nThere were many people in this world who would put a blade on her neck with that fact alone.

nSo she had to learn.

nWhat would put her most at risk, and what could save her.

nOf course, the Emperor’s being a ‘daughter fool’ behavior played a big role.

nEven if for some reason he puts excessive escort on her, he’ll be able to get around in moderation by saying, ‘Because I’m so worried about my cute daughter.’

n“But . . . I am sixteen now.”

nGabriella raised her heartfelt voice cautiously.

nJust like ordinary sixteen-year-olds do to their parents.

n“Of course I know. This is the age at which the class of becoming an adult begins.”

nThe Emperor looked at his daughter, who had grown to his chest, and smiled brightly.

nSo, with a little hope, she took one step further and handed a question.

n“Uh, so can I get a little more freedom in the future?”

nThump, thump.

nThe Princess’s heart was pounding for some reason.

nIn fact, she’d always wanted to get involved in anything he did, but she would face desperate opposition from her father every time.

nThere was only one thing she was allowed to do with him. Watching from a safe place.

nThat was all.

n“Obviously, you deserve a chance now.”

n“Father!”

nGabriella was so happy that she even clapped her hand a little.

nShe, of course, did not forget to straighten her posture quickly and bow her back.

n“Thank you for the permission.”

n“Is there any reason to object that my daughter is trying to be a good monarch?”

nThe two suddenly stood in front of the place where numerous knights and nobles lined up.

nWhen the attendant loudly announced the arrival of the Emperor and Princess, everyone present fell to their knees.

nPutting the sharp weapon on the ground and kneeling down meant perfect trust and loyalty.

nGabriella felt something pounding in her heart.

nOne day, she will rise to the position of leading them completely.

nWill she be able to overcome the pressure?

nNo, she had to.

nBecause she is no longer a young Princess who seemed to be living in a house of sweets.

n“My Gabi.”

nTo the words the Emperor called quietly, she answered with strength in her hand.

n“Yes, Your Majesty.”

n“The victory in today’s hunting competition is yours.”

n“. . . !”

nShe looked at her father in surprise.

nGabriella has been practicing for quite some time to look great today.

nBlisters and bursts, until the flesh hardens.

nStill, from her first appearance at the age of sixteen, she never thought that he would win.

nShe just wanted to not show a shameful appearance.

nGabriella rejoiced in her heart for his father wishing her victory.

n“Really, thank you . . .”

n“While you wait here, I will make it happen.”

nHowever, the declaration she heard soon after was quite different from what she had expected.

nThat’s what the Emperor intended to do.

n“I will hunt big things that no one can beat and give them to you.”

nThe Emperor took a handkerchief from his arms and tied it neatly to his daughter’s wrist.

n“Oh, no, Your-!”

nGabriella tried to retaliate by saying something, but she couldn’t say anything to the huge shouts that rushed around her.

nSoon the drum rang at regular intervals.

nDong, dong, dong.

nAt the sound of the beating resounding high in the sky, the people shouted with excitement.

nSome shouted while raising their weapons high.

nDoong!

nFor a long time, it was like that. When the last drum stopped sounding, silence remained among the people.

nBut the excitement that made everyone’s eyes twinkle remained there.

nThe Emperor announced the start of the contest.

n“The winner will be worthy of honor and reward!”

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