After years of losing hope, I had resigned myself to a bleak fate. Unexpectedly, Edward brought me back.
I didn't want to endure the days of humiliation anymore. Therefore, whenever he requested my company, I willingly accepted without hesitation.
My arrival caused immense dissatisfaction among those substitutes, for they felt they lost their significance.
On a day when I was not required to accompany Edward, I took a stroll towards the goldfish pond. As I approached, I noticed a group gathered in the pavilion, playing cards.
Noticing my approach, someone in the group exclaimed loudly, "It's the busy bee. Do you finally have some free time to wander around today?"
"I always thought only people like us, who rarely get to see His Majesty, come here for some leisure. Your Highness, would you like to join us?"
Perceiving their sarcastic tone, I was aware that they expected me to ignore them in order to uphold my reputation.
However, I surprised them by promptly accepting their invitation. "Alright. Prepare to lose everything."
Seeing how arrogant I was, they rolled up their sleeves, eager to compete with me at the card table.
Smiling, I graciously took a seat at the table.