Chapter 253: Feel Secure
Another morning came, and Mineah readied herself for her scheduled visit to Sar, yet another province that she had to tour and see for herself. It was a province whose governor came from the Rossi Clan, and she heard that it was one of the provinces that had an active mining industry.
She was walking down the inn from her assigned room when she saw some noblewomen waiting for her standing with Niran. As per usual, Mineah graced them all with her genuine smile.
"Greetings to Her Majesty," the ladies bowed to her courteously.
"Greetings," she answered back. "It is indeed a good morning."
It was a part of Nikolai’s sudden plan after they learned yesterday that some parts of Valcrez were still sulking since their noblewomen didn’t even get the chance to participate in the selection for a Queen since the King decided to marry the Princess of Ebodia instead.
Not all knew about the prophecy of Valcrez, after all. Nobody except for the high-ranking officials even knew it was a thing, so it was understandable why some thought of her as an usurper. The provinces had their noblewoman vying for the position and representing their hometown, and it would be an honor for their area if their lady were chosen. It was also believed that they would be given more priority should their representative win.
To try and smooth things over, Mineah invited all the ladies who were supposed to be candidates to become Queen to accompany her during her visit to the provinces. There were currently a total of six ladies present at the moment for the day, and more would promptly arrive some time during her visits.
Dutifully, Niran introduced them all to her one by one, and Mineah casually talked to them to try and lighten up the intense mood. From what she heard, Nikolai had a plan against Haman, and these women would play a big part in it. All she needed to do was have them close to her no matter what, particularly Lady Teressa from the Rossi Clan and Lady Diane from the Wagner Clan.
Some time while they were talking, Nikolai suddenly appeared before them and casually pulled her close to him, his possessive arm snaking around her waist as if to establish that she’s his wife. Mineah blushed at the gesture, especially when Nikolai nudged his lips against her cheek without a care for their surroundings.