As the wheels of the carriage kept spinning, so as our conversation.

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"Your Grace, I heard your heavy breathing. Was there any problem?"

"The Kingdom of Tozia learned about our expedition. They will attack us since we're away, so please evacuate immediately. Based on our source, their army will arrive this afternoon. Do not worry. We'll be there after I disposed of the old scumbag."

"Did you forget I had your blessing?"

"The blessing couldn't work its wonders today, so you had to listen."
~

See? He hid important detail from me! This blessing he gave was still a mystery to me. I should have asked the Duchess if he didn't drag me away.

Moving on, the Kingdom of Tozia is a small kingdom from another continent. From my impression as the reader, the Daria had good diplomacy with them even though we're frenemies in economics, businesses, and research. But why now? This scene wasn't from the novel either.

Why do strange occurrences happen even though I avoided unnecessary movements?

Was this part of the game's gameplay, or was there someone sabotaging my game?

Task: Save the Empire from the Crown Prince of Tozia
XP Points: +2000
Dynastic Points: +1000

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"Thank you for the warning, Your Grace."
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If the system wanted me to save these people, it meant Tozia's army was no joke, but how would I save the citizens? Yes, I could upgrade my swordsmanship skills to Level 2 but, it would not be sufficient!

I have been digging into my memories for any recollections about their rulers... but to no avail. I guess I had to disturb him again.
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"Your Grace, I'm sorry, but do you have any information about the Crown Prince of Tozia?"

"Don't worry, but why were you asking me this? Were you planning something risky?"

"Probably after I squeezed any useful data."

"Am I still talking to the same woman? This does not sound like you."

"Please, Your Grace. The bomb is ticking."

"Relax! The Crown Prince's weakness was being a skeptical person! In one slash of Reyner's sword, the duel will end... even 5-year-old swordsmanship was way better. If I wanted to exterminate someone from that petty Kingdom, my sword points to the second prince. By the way, whatever plan it may be, be careful, My Lady."

"You will not scold me for ignoring your order?"

"No, I have confidence in you."
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Bethany, do not let your feelings get in the way. Tell your brain he was a work of fiction.

Let's focus on the skeptical Crown Prince.

Was this situation had any similarities with the famous Chinese military strategist?

"Then, I could pull off the same trick against him."

"What trick were you talking about, My Lady?" Nora asked.

I did not answer her question. Instead, I ordered her to inform the chauffeur about our new destination---the Imperial Palace.

For sure, they were tackling strategies with his advisors and nobles. Perfect timing to crash into their conference!

I rushed towards the secretary to relay my life-saving message.

Two minutes passed, and finally, the Emperor gave me a seat, much to the older men's disagreement.

"The tense environment changed thanks to your youthful presence, My Dame. What is this strategy you wanted to discuss with us?"

What a cool Emperor. He has a flowery aura around him. But he was not the only one. On the farthest seat to the right were the Marquess and Duke Le Merck, who clapped their hands. The show had not yet started for guys.

I stood up, introduced myself, and explained how one stratagem I read from an ancient book.

"You amazed me with your intelligence. Execute this plan."

In this world where women stroke men's pride, the flowery path for females was impossible.

Marquess Atkinson slammed the table. Now it is safe to say Lady Atkinson's got her personality from her father.

"Your Majesty, how can you allow such a risky move?"

His Majesty's aura transformed into a dark orange, fiery one. The paper he held reduced into ashes. He resembled a nine-tailed fox now!

"Were you saying I wanted my people to die? If you wanted to propose an idea, I would give you three minutes."

He apologized, the Emperor accepted it and went to carry out our plans.

I spent Dynastic Points to upgrade my Luck to Level 3.

At 4 pm, we saw them approaching the gates. And that's when the Empire's orchestra performed Tozia's anthem.

"My heart was about to jump!"

The law of the novel stated the protagonist must be in all the scenes. Hence, we were both parts of the orchestra. She stroked the strings of the cello. My midget's hands had to reach for all the keys of the grand piano.

When they were at the gates, they remained immobile. Even their horses neighed upon hearing the sweet melody.

Children gathered on the side as they watched our performance.

Two disguised knights pretended by sweeping outside the gates.

The Crown Prince directed his gaze towards us. We focused on giving our best performance, even though I would explode at any moment.

The music production lasted for half an hour before they retreated. It was the time our chests became light. Members of the orchestra almost made puddles with their tears, while others yelled their frustrations.

Our conductor, also known as the Emperor, invited us to have a feast as a reward.

"Your Majesty, I am sorry, but I think we should not be sleeping in their armies. Who knew if they planned a scheme enough to blow us."

"Oh my dear daughter, you were underestimating this old man! Do not be stiff, and a thankful dinner... is it a sin?"

Why do people have this impression of me being a statue?

Announcement: Congratulations on saving the Empire in the hands of the Tozia Kingdom!
Rewards:
XP Points: +2000
Dynastic Points: +1000

Seeing the notification, I thanked and accepted the Emperor's invitation. Nobles praised my parents for raising a genius child. Now, they have bragging rights.
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"Thank you for saving Daria. Before you were an amateur actress... you stole my title when I blinked my eyes."
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While Nora was brushing my high-maintenance hair, my ears tingled when I heard his mesmerizing rhythmic voice.

I slept like a blooming flower, but I withered as soon as I woke up the next day.

Tozia's King, together with his two sons, looked for two young women.

One has long brown hair that is wavy on the ends. The second was a rock, but her magnificent green eyes compensated for it. Words of truth only came from her mouth yet, it captivated the heart of Tozia's second Prince.

The second lady's iridescent purple jeweled eyes took the Crown Prince's breath away. When dabbed silver threads of her mane, it sparkled like stars in the night sky. According to the Crown Prince, her swaying hair while playing the cello was the sign from the heavens.

Unfortunately, those two women who fitted those silly descriptions were us.