ALVIA'S POV
"But your highness, if we really want to see Gralia prosperous as one of the leading empires in the world, we should consider building our very own weapon factory. We have the best minds for this but we never thought of exploiting the things we have. In my opinion, we're actually sitting on a gold mine here," how ... is it possible that this man even manages to get to my father's good side and promoted him to be a minister?!
I look up to him as he presenting his report on how to raise Gralia economic's standing in the eyes of the world.
"Sir Nicholas, have you made thorough research? If you do, you wouldn't even present it in front of the emperor. The cost, the safety and the location for this project are what you should be concerning. Gralia has a vast field in its vicinity but needs to keep in mind that the danger that may come with this idea of yours," Frederick replied Sir Nicholas.
I place a finger on my chin as I think of a way to see this through.
"I am aware, Sir Frederick. But you can't look away from the profit if we go through with it. Just imagine it as being the main benefactor for Gralia's economy," Frederick sigh.
"But we can't just look at it that way. How would we retort back if the Resistance manages to get into the factory and took over? That would be a huge war and Gralia would be in grave danger," sir Nicholas suddenly walks towards sir Frederick and forcefully pushed him down onto his seat.
"Shut up or I'll shut it for you," I noticed Frederick was about to return back the gesture but Annabelle clears her throat.
"Sir Nicholas! Sir Frederick! Behave yourself in front of the emperor," Annabelle looks up from reading the report.
"From what I've read, we really can't proceed with this. There is no way we could jeopardise everyone's safety for mere profit. Yes, it's a fact that we have the best mind when it comes to researching our empire's weaponry but that doesn't mean we could make it as our main benefactor. We have such beautiful scenery. Why not we focus on preserving our empire's historical site?" Annabelle dangling the papers in front of us.
"It's in your report sir Nicholas. Why are you insisting on building the weapon factory than the other ideas you have?" Annabelle has a point. When Annabelle pointed that out, I noticed Sir Nicholas clicking her tongue in annoyance.
"Of course ... Grand duchess Annabelle. That is my other idea. Of course," he's being a little out of character.
Sir Nicholas continued his presentation not as excited as he is with the weapon's factory. When it all came to an end, I decided to stay in the meeting room with Annabelle while the others excused themselves.
"I don't like him. But we can't do anything since he's the best economist we have," I pinched the bridge of my nose when Annabelle said that. I hate to admit but she is right. Even though he half-heartedly present the other ideas he has, it's filled with important points.
"Sir Nicholas is really suspicious," was all I said before Annabelle slammed her hands on the table making me startled.
"What is wrong with you?" I asked when she's grinning at me.
"Aren't you nervous for your first date with Kathryn tonight?" To be honest, I actually forgotten how nervous I am when sir Nicholas request to see me. It's true when they say that when you indulge yourself with work, you will forget the things that worries you the most.
"Thank you for reminding me that I have a date with Kathryn," I said sarcastically. I was fine before she has to mention it.
"Your welcome," she patted my shoulder.
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The Emperor's Rose (GirlxGirl) (Futanari)
RomanceHow would you react when the person you had one night stand with is actually the emperor of the country and you're the only one who's not a family member that knows about the emperor's secrets?
