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In the dark night,
Joy is sitting in her room, writing.
A soul-stirring woman who caused a stir by writing BL novels in the past.
However, she couldn’t stop writing because she felt a strange excitement in having her writing read and loved by others.
“Writing BL novels is forbidden, but… it’s okay to write erotic novels.”
Of course, there is no ban on erotic novels, but it’s clear as day that if her mother finds out, Joy is in for trouble, although she seems unaware.
What’s more troubling is…
Claiming to write romance novels about her brother-in-law and sister-in-law but actually writing erotic stories makes it even more problematic.
“If they find out he’s my brother-in-law, I’ll be in big trouble. I’ll call him the noble son of the fallen viscount.”
Deviang, imagining a scene where the fallen viscount’s noble son, as a son-in-law, is sold to the Duke Theodora, smiles as she writes on the paper.
“His name shall be Deang, then.”
Deviant is called Devi, but it seems hard to write Devi, so he changes his name to Deang.
“Unni, how about… hmm, Dora.”
Another nickname for Theodora, Theodora, is chosen as the heroine’s name.
Joy, who chose a nickname that anyone here would clearly know the motive of, has a big smile on her face.
Joy, who showed a writing she practiced to Mary last time and received tremendous praise, has pride in herself, but maybe she lacks certain experiences yet?
“I want to write in a more provocative way.”
It’s not something a princess would say…
Well, what can you do?
There’s no one to scold her right now.
She imagines the first night of Debiang and Theodora in her mind.
“They both seem obedient…”
Spending the first night peacefully.
It’s a common thing in reality, but a peaceful first night in an erotic story.
What a boring situation.
“Let’s refer to Mary unni’s first night here. In the direction where unni forcefully overwhelms her brother-in-law…”
If you can handle mana in this world, women can have the power to overwhelm men.
But in reality, Debiang handles mana… Theodora cannot overpower him with strength…
Anyway.
Joy thinks that such a novel must be provocative and imagines their first night.
Theodora overpowering Debiang’s hands.
As Joy imagines her tearing the shirt while looking down at Debiang, she nods her head and says,
“Ugh… being the one who’s taken advantage of. It’s really indecent.”
Even if anyone sees that face, they would fall for it at first sight and want to protect it, but if they knew she was saying such things with that innocent and naive face, Eurydice would probably burst into tears.
“Your height is tall, but you look a bit delicate, so being taken advantage of suits you better.”
Thinking so, Joy writes.
But she doesn’t know.
The kind of aftermath that book will bring.
She doesn’t know.
***
Early morning.
Theodora watches Debiang leave early as usual with sleepy eyes.
Her morning is slightly different from before.
When Debiang leaves, she gets up from bed…
“Ugh…”
She lies on Debiang’s sofa, hugs his pillow, and spends her time savoring his body temperature and scent.
“Ah… Debiang.”
Thus, Theodora writhes with legs tangled.
She has her reasons…
Given her s*xual stimulation through the aphrodisiac last time.
As a woman who has no way to satisfy her s*xual desire due to her indifferent husband Debiang, this is the best she can do.
Well… There are ways to take care of it alone, but since she refrains from masturbation for religious reasons, she finds this meager s*xual satisfaction instead.
*Sigh…*
After a while, feeling the arousal in her underwear, she absentmindedly touches her underwear with a blank expression.
“Ah… I feel like I’m going crazy.”
She was in her early twenties.
By the local standards here, her peers are already married and in the prime of their lives, burning with passion every night.
But due to her naughty husband, she finds it hard to quench her s*xual desires.
She didn’t realize how strong her s*xual desires were before…
But now, having understood what s*xual desire is through contraceptives, her current situation is nothing short of hell.
Unconsciously caressing her underwear, she focuses her eyes and begins to shake her head as if trying to shake off lewd thoughts.
“Ugh… this won’t do. I should take a cold shower or something.”
Feeling her body too hot and inadvertently groping her lower body, she heads towards the bathroom.
***
After a long time, the Minister of Information, Karl, visited the Grand Duke’s office.
“Your Highness, have you been looking for me?”
At his words, I nod.
“Yes, I called you to discuss a new operation.”
Seemingly irritated by my words, Karl roughly combs his hair and speaks.
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“Again… what strange scheme are you planning this time?”
I speak with a serious expression.
“This time it’s really important. We’re going to jointly verify whether Amon from the Papal States is truly a devil worshiper. Report on Amon’s residence and the gathering place of devil worshippers. Based on that, we’ll decide whether to arrest Amon or leave him be.”
Karl grimaces at my words and says.
“Lately, Amon’s side has been causing trouble, so it’s good news.”
I nod at his words.
“I heard they’re spreading strange prophecies… How’s the situation?”
Avoiding even the thought, Karl shakes his head and says.
“Don’t even mention it, they say the Grand Duke is a devil worshiper, planning to kill the Emperor and resurrect the Demon King… Not only that, a few of Roman’s people have been kidnapped, and there are rumors that the Grand Duke enjoys torturing children… Public sentiment is at its worst, making it increasingly difficult to prevent radical actions.”
I chuckle at Karl’s words.
“hahahaha… how ruthless.”
I joke to dispel the grim atmosphere, but Karl firmly shakes his head and says.
“If the Grand Duke walks around without any guards, he might end up stoned to death.”
“Is it that serious?”
Looking at Karl nodding his head in response to my words, I grimace.
I knew I was unpopular, but I didn’t expect to be hated this much.
“Unfortunately, that’s the case.”
“It can’t be helped.”
I actually think it can’t be helped.
I brought this criticism upon myself.
After all, I’m governing in place of the Emperor, who is highly respected and loved by the imperial citizens.
I console myself in this way and think positively.
Yeah… If I step back, it will give Theo more strength, so it’s not all bad.
Yeah, it’s not all bad.
“First, we need to devise a plan. Report all the information you have gathered about Amon.”
With that command, I give orders.
***
A few days later, a visit from the Grand Study.
I haven’t been able to visit due to recent external engagements…
A beautiful lady with green hair, unlike myself, stands out with a shy demeanor and large glasses.
How can one have such a big heart?
Despite her kind and gentle appearance, I am amazed by her immense dignity.
Is she a newcomer?
Approaching Mueller, who was rummaging through documents in a corner while looking at the unfamiliar woman’s face, I inquire, “Mu… Mueller, just a moment.”
As I approach Mueller, he looks surprised and says, “Oh? Your Majesty? What’s the matter?”
“Over there, the lady with green hair. Is she a new recruit?”
Upon my words, Mueller glances briefly at the woman with green hair and replies, “She was recently brought in by His Majesty. Apart from constantly bringing up religious talks, she seems to do her job well.”
My body freezes at his words.
He… He brought her in?
A woman with such a big heart?
While I am frozen in shock.
“I greet His Imperial Majesty for the first time.”
The lady with green hair approaches me and bows.
“I am Senna, a new recruit at the Grand Study since two days ago.”
“I see…”
While feeling a bit annoyed by her bright smile that lights up the surroundings, I make an effort to suppress it and say, “Ahem… But how old are you this year?”
Senna’s face fills with doubt at my question as she replies, “Huh? I am twenty years old.”
Tw… Twenty…? With such a big heart, she’s younger than me.
Looking at her chest, I feel a slight sense of defeat.
When I think about it, I’m not small either, but compared to Senna, it’s almost like being dwarfed.
Although younger than me, Senna exudes maturity and a compassionate smile, igniting a strange sense of competition within me.
“Is that type of woman Devian’s preference?” I had that thought but quickly erased it.
No, if it’s him, he must have chosen her just for her abilities.
The Devian I know will hire anyone as long as they are capable.
So undoubtedly, that woman must be an undiscovered talent.
Surely you must be an academy graduate?
With that thought in mind, I ask.
“It must have been tough to impress the strict eyes of the Grand Duke. You must be quite a talent to be here. Did you study mathematics at the academy?”
“No, I studied math at the countryside church.”
Her words surprise me.
I know that in the countryside, education for children is often handled by the church.
So… the fact that a woman from the countryside, almost a country bumpkin, is here both amazes me and raises suspicions about Devian.
No wonder! I’ve seen novels where busty maids are all the rage!
In my heart, I want to curse at her, but since there is no concrete evidence yet, I suppress the urge and force a smile.
As an emperor, one must appear merciful.
Ugh… I can endure, I can endure…
For now, I can endure, but I feel like I need to vent this anger to someone.
“I see. Ahem… Is the Grand Duke inside?”
“Yes, he is inside.”
Ignoring Müller’s words, I head straight to his study.
– Knock, knock.
“Who is it?”
A stern response comes from behind the door.
– It is the Emperor of the Empire.
Oh no…
I made a mistake since I usually get along flawlessly with the Grand Duke’s people.
“Come in.”
As the door opens at my words, I look at Theodora, who bows deeply and shrugs her shoulders in confusion.
“Huh? What’s going on?”
Before I could finish my sentence.
Theodora’s red eyes lose their sparkle and seem cloudy.
“Why… why is that woman, Sena, in the Grand Duke’s residence? Is she a mistress? Is she a mistress?”
Theodora speaks absurdly.
Seeing her approach briskly, I quickly raise my hand and say.
“W… What are you talking about?”
A nun from the Papal States involved with a prospective saint and a mistress relationship?!
As someone who wants to get along well with the Papal States in the future, I don’t understand why she is making such nonsensical remarks.
However, Theodora’s atmosphere of babbling nonsense is unsettling.
“Is having such a big chest really a good thing?! You pervert!”
That day, I had to explain to Theodora for over an hour why Sena was at the Grand Duke’s residence.
Joy is cooking.