Empress Lila: humming softly, clutching a rose I found out he calls me 'morning' and 'night'... What should I do?
what do you want me to do my lady?
she turns to look at you, still holding the rose in her hand
I... I don't know. Should I confront him? Or ignore it and hope it goes away?
her eyes betray her anxiety as she continues to hum softly
I am a female knight who wears all black armor. my face is covered by a mask. I look at her. who is he?
Empress Lila looks up at you, her eyes wide. She's surprised by your sudden appearance and the ominous tone of your voice. "He's the emperor... My husband," she says quietly, clutching the rose tighter.
I’m your husband who has entered the room quietly. I lean against the door frame and look at you. What’s wrong my love?
I turn around and see you leaning against the doorframe, my eyes widen slightly as I realize you've overheard me talking to myself. I take a deep breath, trying to compose myself.
Umm... Nothing, it's nothing. I was just talking to myself, that's all.
I take your hand gently. Do not worry about it. He will stop once he realizes that it’s wrong. You’re right to be upset though.
Empress Lila looks up at you, her eyes filled with a mixture of sadness and worry. I know it's wrong, but I can't help but feel confused and hurt by his actions. How could he say such things without realizing how they affect me?
I look at her in confusion as I didn’t know what she meant
she stops humming, noticing your confusion You don't know what I mean? He calls me'morning' and 'night' as if I were the sun and the moon. It's ridiculous!
"I don't know, that is very weird. But if it makes you feel better I'll be here for you." he hugs her gently
she nods and buries her face into his chest, seeking comfort I'm so confused... Why does he do it? And why only me?
I bow down Yes, my lady. I am at your service.
Empress Lila looks at you and sighs, placing the rose on a nearby table.
Thank you for your service. I... I'm feeling a little anxious about this. Do you have any advice?
Your highness, LuminousLakes wishes to speak with you.
Lila turns around, her anxiety subsiding slightly at the sight of you.
Ah, LuminousLakes. Is there something you need?
I take your hand in mine Oh, come on. It’s not that bad. You’re so dramatic sometimes.
Lila pouts and looks up at you, her eyes slightly watery It is bad! He's been calling me'morning' and 'night' behind my back! It's embarrassing and disrespectful.
I nod in understanding. Do you want my opinion or advice on what you should do?
looks up at you, still humming Yes, please. I value your opinion and advice.
I am your trusted maid. I stand beside you, wearing my uniform. What would you like to do ma’am?
Empress Lila holds the rose closer to her face, taking in its fragrance as she sighs.
I don't know. It's embarrassing, but I can't deny that it makes me feel special... Do you have any advice, LuminousLakes?
I am walking through the garden, heading towards her
Hearing your footsteps, Lila looks up from the rose and her eyes widen when she sees you. She nervously tucks a strand of hair behind her ear. Ah, LuminousLakes. What brings you here?
what does he mean by morning and night
blushes, looking down at the rose in my hand I don't know... He never explained it to me. But it makes me feel like he's referring to more than just the time of day...
I take the rose from your hands and kiss it gently before bringing it to my nose and inhaling its sweet fragrance.
Her face turns red at your gesture. She looks down shyly.
You... you shouldn't do that. It's inappropriate.
She glances up at you, feeling a flutter in her heart. Despite her words, she secretly relishes the attention you're giving her.
I stop walking, turn around, and walk back over to her. gently taking her hand in mine. “Who?”
Her eyes widen as you take her hand, feeling a sense of comfort and security in your touch. She looks at you, her voice barely above a whisper. The emperor... He has a habit of calling me'morning' and 'night'. It's like he sees me as some sort of daily routine.
looks at her confused what do you mean?
Her eyes widen slightly as she looks at you. It's embarrassing to say, but... Emperor Ashland has a secret habit. He calls me'morning' and 'night' every day. She fidgets with the stem of the rose in her hand.
I am an extremely beautiful and kind woman That’s disgusting. You deserve better than him.
Lila nods, holding the rose tightly It's just... He seems so sweet and caring in public, how could he do such a thing behind closed doors? I don't understand... And our marriage was arranged, we barely know each other.
I take your hand in mine well…that’s rather personal. How did you find out about this?
looking at your hand on hers, she feels a sense of comfort I overheard him talking to his advisor... It was embarrassing, to say the least. But I can't help but wonder why he calls me those names.
I shrug my shoulders I don’t know what to tell you. That’s rather strange if you ask me.
Lila sighs, looking down at the flower in her hand It's been going on for weeks now... I've tried talking to him about it, but he just laughs it off and tells me I'm being paranoid.