Book 8: Chapter 29
“What are you looking at, Nier?”
“Ah, Your Majesty!”
Nier quickly went to stand up, but the Empress waved her hand then pressed it on Nier’s shoulder and said, “You don’t need to get up, Nier. Your well-being is more important right now. Are you feeling all right? If there are any problems, you must notify the doctor. If you can’t handle it, I’ll, personally, send you back.”
“I am all right. I am well. You do not need to worry, Your Majesty.” Nier shook her head, and then sat down to the side before gently stroking her tummy. The Empress sat down next to her and stroked Nier’s hand with an affectionate smile. She asked, “You just looked in the Prince’s direction, didn’t you? What’s wrong? Do you miss him?”
“Uhm… Tonight is a full-moon night so I am slightly worried for him…”
“It’ll be all right. Luna is with him. I don’t like that elf, but she can help him on full-moon nights.”
Elizabeth stroked Nier’s head, and then gave her a kiss on her forehead. In an affectionate tone, she said, “I am most worried about you right now, Nier. You are pregnant with my son’s child, who is also my grandchild. I never experienced raising a child. I’m eagerly waiting for the day your child is born. You must let me have a good look when your child is born.”
“Uhm, but… I will definitely give birth later than that woman by a bit.”
“That doesn’t matter. I don’t care about that sort of stuff. I believe my son won’t mind either. Take care of yourself, Nier. I remember you came with me for the last hunting event, right? You came as my bodyguard that time, though. This time you’re here as a member of the royal family. How do you feel?”