Taming The Villainesses - Episode 181.2

(EP-181.2) Sand #6

181 – Wind and Sand #6

“Is that so?”

From what I knew, Serazade’s father, Suleiman, was Tureuki’s hero. He fought valiantly in many wars and won.

Solomon of Angmar, Suleiman of Tureuki—two names with the same meaning but vastly different evaluations.

“In that sense, this Highness knows well that not all the rumors about you are false. So, I ask—.”

The atmosphere, which moments ago seemed to be filled with light banter, suddenly became serious, and I couldn’t help but feel tense.

This woman was a different type of leader compared to Elga or Aira.

Also, she was different from the pious Mirna and the cheerful Narmi, she was a political strategist, adept at cunning and subtle schemes.

“What is it that you want to ask?”

“There’s some truth in every rumor. So, I ask you this: is it true that you can see the future?”

“Well…, that’s….”

I knew this question was coming. After all, this is what everyone asked when they met me. It was almost always, “Can you see the future?”

Some people even went further and asked for their fortune like, “Who will I marry?” or “When will my life take a positive turn?”

Of course, I had no knowledge of such things.

The future I could ‘see’ was limited to the major events from the original novel.

Even the events of the future that I knew had deviated greatly from the original story, and were honestly not very helpful.

According to the original timeline, by this point, Angmar’s civil war should have erupted on a grand scale, the barrier would collapse, and death and chaos ensued.

But now that everyone was having a leisurely time sharing conversations in Ark, it was safe to say that the story I knew no longer existed.

Now, what would be the best response in this situation?

* * *

When asked, “Can you see the future?” the Half-Fairy fell into a brief silence, likely contemplating the answer.

He seemed surprisingly composed.

Thanks to this, Serazade also fell into a brief thought. Her unique talent 《Quick Thinking》 started kicking in.

Serazade ascended to the throne at a fairly young age.

It was because her father, King Suleiman, stepped back from court politics due to age and various issues.

Although Serazade emerged victorious in the disputes with her brother Kasim over the succession, it didn’t mean her path would be all rosy.

It was as if she had just opened the door to the world, with numerous challenges and enemies awaiting her on the other side.

━Empress? Wouldn’t Prince Kasim be more fitting for the throne? After all, his magical prowess are far superior. A leader should be someone who can personally lead the army on the battlefield….

━Shhh, Serazade’s ears are everywhere in the kingdom! Be careful with your words…

Her younger brother’s followers hadn’t even been sorted out yet.

While they currently showed no signs of opposing the predecessor King Suleiman’s will, it remained uncertain when, where and how they might emerge as obstacles.

‘It’s not easy!’

She initially thought that little would change from her time as a princess, but now, the weight of responsibility felt different.

Nevertheless, Serazade was confident.

Even the neighboring foolish, scandalous Queen Tarantera sat on the throne as the last surviving royal family member. In comparison, Serazade was undoubtedly more capable.

No, it was clear that the Tarantera Royal Family wouldn’t last very long.

With the discontent of the common people eventually piercing the sky, it wouldn’t be surprising for rebellions to emerge as enraged crowds storm the palace.

A year at most.

Serazade’s assessment was such.

However, to her surprise, Queen Aira’s reign had endured for an unexpectedly long time, which left her puzzled.

‘How is she managing to hold on?’

Then Serazade discovered the existence of a mystical figure, the Demon Monk, in the court. He seemed to manipulate the state affairs as he pleased, uncovering those plotting rebellions and conspiracies by foreseeing the future.

━Your Majesty, I’ve seen everything in the future…! His mind is filled with chaos, and he’s plotting a rebellion…! We must expel him immediately…!

Of course, Serazade wasn’t foolish enough to entirely believe such rumors.

However, seeing the spies and agents she had planted in Angmar’s court mysteriously losing contact or disappearing without a sound, she knew that something was wrong.

She’d like to meet him at least once.

And now, the actual Theo Gospel, who she came face to face with, was a completely different person from the image she had in mind. As he was a Half-Fairy, his true age was probably older than his appearance suggested.

Contrary to the rumors of being a puppeteer manipulating the dull Queen from behind, there was a certain intellectual wisdom about him. It was only then that Serazade realized.

Theo Gospel was the reason why Angmar and Queen Aira, who were akin to candles before the wind, were still standing firm.

‘He’s an interesting one. I’d like to have him…’

Serazade enjoyed collecting things. In particular, people with exceptional abilities, regardless of their status or background.

Thanks to this trait, she was able to take the throne from Prince Kasim, who had excellent magic skills. Meaning, her methods and choices were the right ones, and she took pride in that fact.

Now, Serazade desired to take this Half-Fairy into her court. Then, even the slightest bit of luck that the Witch Queen was enjoying would be hers.

‘I feel sorry for Aira, but—.’

Didn’t tools tend to gravitate toward where they could be used more effectively?

Surely this man would want to join the side that recognized his worth.

Even if he was not, Serazade had the confidence to entice the Half-Fairy to do so.

In fact, the mere fact that they were meeting in private like this meant that she was already halfway there!

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