Chapter 28: Back to city
(Orlax POV)
"Wait a minute, repeat what you just said, because I think I heard something ridiculous."
"I want to become the empress."
"..."
I was speechless as I heard Riana's request for the second time. I kept staring at her to determine whether she was serious or not.
"Let me understand this—just moments ago, you were declaring your hatred for me, and now you're asking to become my wife?"
Riana's face turned red with embarrassment, and she started looking away to avoid meeting my eyes.
"I don't want to be your wife; I want to be the empress."
"And what's the difference? If you become the empress, you'll be my wife."
"Regardless, this is my request. Will you go back on what you said earlier?"
When I met Riana's serious gaze, I realized she wasn't joking—this was truly her request.