Arriving at the imperial palace, Elyndra took the initiative and reached out for Ainsworth's hand, caressing it before holding it.
Ainsworth smiled and held her hand, teasing, "What? Are you nervous, Ely?"
Elyndra gripped his hand tighter and pouted, "Who wouldn't? As soon as I was born, expectations were placed upon me, and also the responsibility that came with it."
"The Valtoria Throne Succession Trial used to be a life-changing event for me as it was something I had worked hard for my entire life to succeed in."
"At least, it was until I met you and then awakened an SSS-rank class. The more I became stronger, the less meaningful the succession trial became. Such an idea was further solidified when you became my lover, as I no longer coveted the imperial throne as much as before."
