To the Love Born in the Lowest Place-Chapter 137

Soon Liv recalled that polygamy or polyandry was allowed in the Kingdom of Ashur. In this kingdom, class was more important than gender, so even women, if they were nobles, could have concubines as much as they wanted.

“Are you married, Princess?”

[Me? Not yet. I have a fiance though.]

Saying that, Rania frowned as if displeased.

[Well, I’m not too fond of him, but...]

“Why?”

[Just, I like handsome men, but my fiance isn’t that handsome. I’m thinking of taking a concubine after marriage.]

Liv was slightly taken aback by Rania’s words, but soon nodded in agreement. Among the dozens of reasons she loved Emmett, his face was included. Thus, a person’s face was indeed important.

[Let’s put aside this talk, and I’ll teach you how to choose clothes in the remaining time.]

The topic of conversation changed suddenly, and that day Liv was able to learn all about how to care for one’s appearance from Rania.

* * *

“Ha, haha.”

Tightly gripping the crumpled letter in his hand, Emmett laughed as if he had lost his mind. He could now recite the contents of the letter without looking at it. However, no matter how many times he read it, nothing changed.

“Why on earth...”

I’ll see you there soon.

Although the last line of the letter clearly said that, Liv was not returning. Emmett could only search for traces of Liv by reading the same letter over and over again in an attempt to maintain his sanity somehow. When he read that letter, it was as if Liv’s voice could be heard right beside him. So vivid that it felt like he was with her.

But the reality he faced was cold. Emmett doesn’t know where Liv is now. He had sent Liv away without even being able to tell her he loved her.

The room was dark without the lights turned on. Only the light coming through the window illuminated the letter in Emmett’s hand. It was almost like a revelation.

“Liv, where are you...”

His eyes, which had been longing for Liv for a long time, now seemed to have become one with the darkness. The hope that had barely flickered was soon swallowed by despair and lost its momentum. The place where love had passed becomes ruins.

Then at some point, the look in his eyes changed. He couldn’t just keep longing for Liv and doing nothing forever.

Ah, he had learned a lot from August. After meeting Liv, he tried to live as an honest and upright person by denying that as much as possible... but it was inevitable that what he had learned from August came to mind when in crisis.

When you’ve lost everything, take from others.

Yes, Liv will return someday. So... he finally decided.

“I will prepare your place for when you return...”

Even without Liv, he decided to behead the emperor himself.

* * *

A high chair for Liv was placed next to the Ayr’s seat. Thin cloth was draped around it so that others couldn’t see Liv’s face.

Today was the day for the Ayr to have a meeting with the officials. In the Kingdom of Ashur, officials were called ‘hesal’, which meant ‘obedient ones’ in the language of the Kingdom of Ashur. From that word alone, Liv could feel how strong the Ayr’s authority was.

[It will probably be helpful when you return to the Holy Hilysid Empire.]

Saying that, the Ayr allowed Liv to observe the meeting.

Quite some time had passed since Liv started staying in the Kingdom of Ashur. During that time, Liv had learned Ashurian to the point where she could have everyday conversations, but it was still difficult for her to understand the complex words used in meetings. So during the meeting, Liv could only try to become a little more familiar with their language somehow.

The topic of today’s meeting was about the defense of the southern border of the Kingdom of Ashur. As far as Liv knew, the Kingdom of Ashur shared a border with the Talini people, but there was no need to worry about their invasion because the Kingdom of Ashur’s combat power was so overwhelming.

Just as Liv was starting to get distracted, the Ayr’s angry voice rang out.

[How dare you!]

Liv turned her head to the side in surprise. As the Ayr stood up from his seat, all the hesals bowed their heads as if terrified. The Ayr approached them step by step.

[You dare to harbor ... against me.]

[Ayr, I will ... that person!] frёeωebɳovel.com

[Please leave it to me!]

[No, there’s no need for that.]

A voice filled with anger resounded majestically.

[We should cut off that person’s arms and legs, then throw them to the crocodiles in the Tila River as food.]

Liv’s eyes sparkled with a strange light as she heard those words. ...So that’s how they treat enemies.

* * *

After the meeting ended and the hesals left, Liv pulled back the cloth and stood before the Ayr.

[Was today’s meeting helpful to you?]

[I have something I want to ask.]

There must be a reason why the gods sent Liv to the Kingdom of Ashur. So Liv tried to learn as much as possible here. However, there were still things that felt difficult for Liv.

[How can you mete out punishment like that?]

[Punishment?]

[Yes, so bravely.]

Liv said that, not knowing the word for ‘decisively’, but the Ayr seemed to understand Liv’s words to some extent.

[This is ... that a ruler of a country should have.]

[I understand that. I’ve attacked people first a few times too.]

Liv recalled what happened in the Merna Empire. At that time, Liv had schemed to eliminate other princes to make Dante the emperor.

But judging as a ruler was different. While in the Merna Empire she had acted for her own purposes, punishing someone had a strong meaning as a warning to psychologically pressure others by setting an example.

However, what the gods emphasized above all was the virtue of forgiveness. Could Liv really choose punishment over forgiveness?

Child, when you return, tear apart and kill the lowly creature who stole your place.

Of course, the gods were saying that about August, but it was questionable whether they would say the same when Liv dealt with others.

[Oh, perhaps this can be considered similar.]

The Ayr’s face somehow became joyful as he slowly began to speak.

[If you don’t become a strong ruler, someone will ... your place.]

[Ah...]

[In other words, this too can be considered a way of dealing with enemies.]

Liv slowly nodded. As if to drive home his point, the Ayr said,

[Don’t you receive the love of the gods? Then .... your actions are the rules.]

At that moment, something flashed in Liv’s mind.

Until now, Liv had always lived bound under the influence of the gods. However, when she returns to the Holy Hilysid Empire, Liv will become the emperor.

In other words, Liv will become a small god. There was no need to be so afraid while recalling the principles taught by the gods.

Thus, Liv gradually began to learn human ways of thinking.

* * *

Until the ship Liv was to board set sail, Rania’s teachings continued. Liv thought she might find it bothersome, but in fact, Rania seemed excited that a foreigner had appeared in the usually quiet kingdom.

[The important thing when looking at paintings is to recognize expensive paintings. To do that, you need to be able to see the materials used.]

Today Rania taught Liv how to look at paintings. Just as when learning how to look at jewels, Liv received from Rania tips that she wouldn’t know well without actual experience, and that knowledge was very helpful to her. After all, paintings in the style of the Night Continent were currently in fashion on the Ein Continent. After the explanation was over, Rania sat down in a chair with a somewhat displeased face.

[Haah, today is the day I see my fiance.]

[Do you dislike your fiance that much?]

Rania did say last time that she didn’t like her fiance’s appearance. But still, for someone she’s engaged to, to complain so openly...

[Of course! That guy is too stupid.]

[Stupid?]

[Yes, even though I show such obvious signs of dislike, he just keeps smiling in front of me. How stupid he looks.]

Liv felt something strange about those words, but decided not to probe further. As Liv remained silent, Rania began to ask about her husband.

[Is Lady Liv’s husband handsome?]

[Yes, definitely.]

[Wow, you’re so certain. How about his personality?]

[He’s a really good person. Kind, upright... I’ve never met a better person than him.]

[He sounds lovable.]

Rania leaned towards Liv with a somewhat mischievous smile.

[You said you two get along well. Then, how about that aspect?]

[Pardon?]

[Oh, you didn’t understand?]

A moment later, Liv’s face reddened as she understood the words. She cleared her throat unnecessarily and lowered her head, then slightly nodded.

[Yes.]

At those words, Rania smiled as if something was amusing.

[I think you said you don’t have children yet, what are your plans for children?]

[Ah...]

Only after hearing that did Liv recall that they had never thought about that issue. Since an heir is needed to continue a noble family, one child would definitely be necessary. No, since Liv was now thinking of continuing the imperial family again, she might need to have two children.

Then, realizing something strange, Liv tilted her head.