Emily gazed at the man riding on his horse. He is wearing his black suit. His hair is very long and straight but he looks so manly in it. His face is cold and his eyes are dark. People cheered as he passed by the road with his knights following him.
"He's back. The dark prince." She heard a whisper from the back.
"I heard he was able to capture a mystical beast and killed a sea monster on the way here."
"But it was said that someone else killed the monster. The prince only helped."
"That's unlikely. Who is stronger than the prince in this empire?"
"Anyway, he will likely be crowned soon."
"The aristocrats will not watch that happen. He is still from a commoner's blood. And it's very evident in his appearance. Look at him. He even has a scar on his face."
"Yes, he's a curse to the royal family. Look what happened to his supposed bride years ago. She suddenly went missing. It was said that she jumped to the cliff because she couldn't accept marrying him."
Emily listened as the people gossip about the dark prince, Grey Cornelius. She only has seen him a few times in the past. He is particularly close to her brother Sebastian.
Prince Grey has the physical traits of a commoner with his black hair and dark eyes yet his looks are stunning. He is gorgeous but people refuse to see it due to his origins. They always see flaws in him yet he has proven himself to be a capable prince. She likes him. She wished to be closer. Like him, she is also from a lowly origin. She feels what it was like to serve people and be looked down upon by the rich and nobles. She wished to change these views, these classes that decide people's values. But she is powerless, she is only a poor servant girl with a pretty face and pretty hair. She is very lucky to meet her adopted mother, Camelia, and the Randolf family.
Prince Grey entered the palace gate with his knights behind him.
If only I could be a crown princess. I can help him change this empire, this world into a better place. But how? I can't even approach him.
Prince Grey seldom shows himself in social gatherings. He is also unapproachable. He looks intimidating to some people.
"My lady!"
Emily looked at her maidservant, Becky.
"The madam is looking for you. It is almost time for a dress fitting." Becky said.
"Alright." She answered.
Emily entered the Salon. Camelia greeted her with a smile.
Camelia is a kind woman. She's been her mother for the past three years. A mother she never had. Marquess Rolan is also very sweet to her. Even Claudius, who was very cold at her at first, has treated her kindly now. Only Sebastian treated her like a stranger in the mansion. She wanted to be closer to him but he was still mourning his sister's death and blamed himself. She wanted to help him forget the past and be his little sister.
Emily looks at the gowns Camelia choose for her. All are gorgeous and expensive. She's been attending parties for the past year. Her adoptive mother wanted to introduce her to society and look for a suitable marriage partner for her. But she still had not found anyone. She always looks for Prince Grey but he seldom attends parties.
"Thank you, mother. They are all beautiful." She commented as she scanned the dresses.
"Then start fitting it. I'm very excited to see." Camelia replied with a giggle.
She fitted the dresses and they all look good on her. Every dress she wore compliments her fit body and beautiful face. The only thing that her biological parents gave her is their beautiful genes.
"There will be a welcome party for Prince Grey next week. Will you attend, Madam?" The salon attendant asked.
"I'm not sure if it's next week since we are returning to the territory."
Camelia turned to Emily. She's looking at her with anticipation, hinting at her enthusiasm to attend the party.
Camelia smiled.
"Well, I'll write a letter to your father that we will extend our stay here."
Emily smiled widely and embraced the lady.
"Thank you, mother!"
She can finally see Prince Grey at the party. This is a good opportunity. She will grab this chance to speak with the prince and be closer to him. It wouldn't be hard for her. People admire her for her beauty. She looks similar to Georgina due to her hair but her face is different. She is also very pretty and has a lot of admirers. People like her more than the late daughter of Randolf. She's well-mannered even with her lowly origin. She is always very pleasant and friendly when speaking with other people. She usually heard of being compared to the late daughter but people commented that she is way better and very kind than the ill-tempered lady. That she looks closer and more suitable to this family than Georgina.