I Should Have Read The Ending - Chapter 81

Chapter 81 – The Empire’s Fate

Grace was inwardly perturbed by her rude answer, but she didn’t show the very least of it on her face. Grace had lived within the heart of power for quite a long time. She had thought that nothing could surprise her, but the young Lady before her broke this prejudice.

“I know you think I’m rude and my plans are unrealistic,” Diana said her words first, and Grace didn’t necessarily deny them.

“I am aware that it’s not an easy road, but I don’t think it’s impossible either.” There wasn’t a single ripple in her blue eyes. It was a different feeling you get from a mature person. It was a confident gaze that could lead the viewer naturally.

“Yes. Actually, it’s almost impossible.” Grace was straightforward. At that moment, the sight of Edwin’s face came to Diana’s mind, making her heart flutter. “Maintaining a good heritage. In other words, your late father, who would support it, was dead. What a pity.”

“Yes, but my father left a definite message in writing, and my uncle, who was my guardian, agreed with it.”

It was hard to believe that the current Duke of Carl, Aaron, gave everything back to her niece. This was especially true for Grace, who knew Sylvia very well. But Grace was aware of Sylvia’s reputation. It was not reasonable for her to lay down her greed beyond what was given.

“Hmm… I want to know why you are telling me this story.” Grace calmly observed Diana.

“If you want to step down from being a Crown Princess candidate, your earlier confession is enough.”

“You are right, your Highness.”

“Huh?”

Diana carefully made eye contact with Grace. She could feel the ease of a wise and mature woman. However, Diana was no longer intimidated by such things.

“I want to continue being taught by you.”

“I have taught you nothing.”

“Then, please teach me from now on.”

Polite or outrageous, the answer was unknown. Of course, it was obvious that it was unusual and interesting. The spirit before the Grand Duchess’s eyes was younger but much more intelligent than her greedy aunt.

“Why me? I am neither your blood nor anything.”

“I understand that you have protected your territory with a woman’s soul and that you have shown mercy even after the Great Grand Duke had passed away.”

“It was because the Great Grand Duke was dead. It’s my duty until my son becomes mature enough to carry on his father’s will.”

“So is my father. He had done his duty admirably, but he died when I was still young.”

Little by little, Diana’s intentions were being tangled. Grace squinted her eyes and saw that daring eternity. She suddenly thought of herself as a child, and it seemed completely different.

“If you teach me, you won’t be disappointed.”

All Diana wanted was not just to be excluded from the Crown Princess nomination, and in this empire, it was Grace who was the closest to Diana’s goal. Above all, Grace had a good reason to accept the deal.

“I’m ashamed, but I have a legacy left by my father.” The common aristocrat did not rush to talk about money. Of course, Diana was no ordinary aristocrat. “I want to rule the Duchy based on it.”

“It’s easy to say. The young Lady seems too young to know the world. ”

“That’s why I seek your teachings.”

It was the same with Grace. An unknown smile had spread on her mouth.

“As far as I know, I have my father’s legacy as a Grand Duke. There is also a long time ahead, and you have wisdom and mercy.”

The Grand Duchess Grace was not satisfied with her current position. Now that Edwin, who resembled his father, had grown up, he was now ready for higher responsibilities. Diana reminded her of it, but she never opposed the wills of the ancestors. It was indeed a brilliant eternity.

“If you will teach me…” Diana’s eyes glistened. Her eyes were clear and straight.

“I will never forget your grace… I will be the owner of the Carl family.”

The dice had rolled. This was a request and at the same time, a deal. If Diana would become the owner of Carl and give her the proper reward, it will be a great help for the ancestors. After all, Edwin and her needed a powerful figure to be on their side.

“You don’t seem to need teachings already.” Grace slowly opened her mouth. This girl had already got a complete picture of the whole situation. It was unthinkable for Grace to deliver such a courteous and gracious proposal to fill each other of what they lack.

“But if you don’t mind a powerless country… I can tell you old stories often.” Her soft way of speaking was Grace’s peculiar style of conversing, by passing her will, leaving no room to be caught.

Diana was satisfied with this arrangement. “Thank you for your mercy.”

That afternoon, the fate of the empire that would later turn the tide had begun with no one knowing it.