Chapter 1.6

Elisabeth tilted her head and looked at Edgar seductively.  

“I hope I can meet someone as wonderful as you, Your Highness.”  

“You will. And if you don’t, I’ll help you find one.”  

“Really?”  

“Of course. You’re my fiancée’s friend, so I wouldn’t neglect you.”  

“Oh, Hildeltrud is so lucky to marry someone as amazing as you. Even if I become her maid, please treat me kindly, okay?”  

“Certainly.”  

Edgar smiled charmingly and skillfully deflected Elisabeth’s advances.  

“By the way, Lady Hildeltrud is taking quite a while. I should go check on her.”  

“Oh, me too. Let’s go together.”  

Elisabeth pretended to get up but intentionally fell toward Edgar.  

“Be careful.”  

Edgar caught her, accommodating her playful gesture.  

Now in Edgar’s arms, Elisabeth pretended to be embarrassed.  

“Oh! I’m so sorry!”  

“It’s alright.”  

At that moment, Hildeltrud appeared.  

“Have you been waiting long?”  

Edgar turned to Hildeltrud and deliberately placed his arm around her shoulder.  

“I think we should continue the picnic another time. It’s time for me to leave.”  

“Oh no, I’m sorry for causing trouble…”  

“It’s not your fault, so don’t worry.”  

Edgar kissed Hildeltrud’s hand.  

“Your Highness…”  

“Why don’t we have our next picnic at the Imperial Palace?”  

Hildeltrud hugged Edgar with excitement.  

“I’m so happy!”  

She glanced at the dumbfounded Elisabeth standing behind them.  

“Can Elisabeth come along too?”  

“Certainly. It’ll be fun with the three of us.”  

Hildeltrud approached Elisabeth with genuine joy.  

“Elisabeth, did you hear that? His Highness suggested having a picnic at the palace with the three of us.”  

“Oh, yes. That’s great.”  

“Hehe.”  

Hildeltrud smiled innocently, alternating her gaze between the two.  

Edgar’s gaze at Elisabeth was peculiar, but it quickly disappeared.  

Elisabeth’s gaze at Edgar was equally unusual.  

Hildeltrud didn’t miss these details.  

‘This time, I’ll bring you two together. I’m curious to see how far your so-called love will go.’  

Hildeltrud watched the two with a cold smile hidden beneath her innocent expression.  

***

When Edgar returned to the Imperial Palace, Empress Isabel was waiting for him in the parlor.  

“Mother.”  

“Welcome back, Crown Prince.”  

“What brings you here?”

“Does a mother need a reason to visit her child? I came because I missed you.”  

Edgar let out a sigh and sank into the sofa.  

As he gestured, the maids poured him tea.  

Isabel smiled faintly and asked, 

“I heard you visited Lady Hildeltrud. How is her health?”  

“Are you planning to annul the engagement if she remains unwell?”  

At his words, Isabel furrowed her brows.  

“Of course not. Do you think this mother doesn’t understand the importance of the Astros Ducal family’s power for the Crown Prince?”  

“Lady Hildeltrud has recovered significantly, so you needn’t worry. Once we’re married, I’ll give you the legitimate heir you desire.”  

“That would make me very happy.”  

Isabel gracefully set down her teacup.  

“Since Lady Hildeltrud has recovered, I’m considering issuing an imperial decree for her to enter the palace.”  

“Enter the palace?”  

“Yes, it’s time for her to prepare to become a member of the Imperial Family. It should have happened sooner, but I held back out of consideration for her illness.”  

“She’s still recovering. I won’t oppose her entering the palace, but please refrain from excessive training.”  

“Don’t worry. This mother isn’t that unkind, Crown Prince.”  

“If you’ve said all you wanted, I’ll take my leave now. I’m feeling quite tired.”  

“Alright, I was about to leave myself.”  

After seeing Empress Isabel off, Edgar slumped into the sofa, visibly exhausted.  

He curled his index finger to summon a maid.  

“Prepare the bathwater. I need to wash.”  

“Yes, Your Highness.”  

After sending the maid away, Edgar immediately called for his aide, Jeff.  

“Jeff, prepare the underground chambers.”  

“Right now?”  

“As you said, I visited Lady Hildeltrud to check on her health. I deserve some compensation.”  

With a sly smile, Edgar spoke, and Jeff nodded.  

“Which room shall I prepare?”  

After a moment of thought, Edgar replied, 

“Prepare Room 3. Things might get intense today. And dress her in something similar to the gown Lady Hildeltrud wore today.”  

“Understood. I’ll make the arrangements.”  

Jeff left, and Edgar bathed before descending to the underground chambers in his robe.  

Whenever he went to the underground chambers, Edgar always wore a robe.  

Today, he wore a gold robe to match the color scheme of the room.  

As he opened the door to Room 3 and entered, a blonde woman in a dazzling gown greeted him.  

“You’ve arrived, Your Highness.”  

She smiled seductively and embraced Edgar.  

Edgar pushed her away and stood back, appraising her.  

“Stand there and turn around.”  

The woman smiled brightly and spun on the spot.  

“Very nice.”  

The gown she wore was similar in design to the one Hildeltrud had worn earlier that day.  

Seeing her appearance overlap with Hildeltrud’s, Edgar smiled with satisfaction and approached her.  

Wrapping one arm around her waist, Edgar kissed her.  

She smelled similar to Hildeltrud.  

Room 3 was designated for women who served as substitutes for Hildeltrud, and the woman in the room enjoyed the pleasure Edgar provided.  

She skillfully parted her lips to accept Edgar’s kiss.  

After a prolonged kiss, Edgar pushed her onto the bed.  

Her blonde hair became disheveled, and her elegant gown was slightly askew. The sight stirred an indescribable desire within him.  

She smiled brightly and spread her arms wide.  

“Hold me, Your Highness.”  

She spoke in a melodious voice, tempting him. Edgar smirked and climbed on top of her.  

Lifting the hem of her gown, he revealed her pale legs.  

Starting from her toes, Edgar ran his hand up her legs, causing her to shiver.  

With practiced ease, Edgar caressed her thighs, eliciting soft moans from her.  

When he fully lifted her gown, her underwear was exposed.  

Edgar removed her underwear with his fingers, spread her legs wide, and buried his face between them.  

Like savoring a fresh fruit, Edgar slowly ignited her body’s passion.  

When she reached out to touch Edgar’s head, he swiftly grabbed her hands.  

Binding her wrists with one hand, Edgar resumed his actions between her legs.  

The room echoed with seductive sounds. The continuous stimulation brought tears to her eyes.  

The overwhelming sensations made her mind go blank, driving her to the brink of madness.  

Just as she was about to reach her peak, Edgar pulled away.  

His lips glistened with a transparent liquid.  

Licking his lips, Edgar gazed down at her tearful face. He untied the belt of his robe and used it to bind her wrists to the bedpost.  

“I told you not to touch me. This is your punishment for breaking the rules.”  

She nodded, accepting his punishment.  

“Shh, don’t cry.”  

Edgar soothed her as he completely removed her gown and undergarments, leaving her entirely exposed.  

Her fair and smooth skin reminded him of Hildeltrud.  

“Hildeltrud, you’re so beautiful.”  

As he gazed at her, Edgar thought of Hildeltrud. He discarded his robe and began caressing her chest.  

He kissed and sucked on her skin, causing her to cry out.  

When he took her er*ect n*pple into his mouth and sucked deeply, her back arched like a bow, stimulating Edgar further.  

“Oh… Your Highness…”  

Edgar enjoyed her clear and melodious voice.  

“Say my name.”  

“E-Edgar.”  

Her voice resonated in his ears, intensifying his desire.  

Spreading her legs as far as they would go, Edgar parted her delicate pink petals and rubbed the tip of his shaft against them.  

“Ah…”  

She moaned softly.  

As he slowly inserted his large shaft, she tightened around him. Edgar relished the sensation.  

Gripping her legs, Edgar began to move his hips slowly. At the same time, he kneaded her ample chest with both hands.  

“Oh… Your Highness…”  

Tears welled up in her eyes.  

Perhaps spurred by this, Edgar’s slow movements turned into the rapid thrusts of a runaway train.  

As his pace quickened, her cries grew louder.  

“Ah! Ah! Oh!”  

Edgar continued to knead her chest and devour her lips, never stopping his movements.  

When he reached his climax, Edgar whispered lazily into her ear.  

“Don’t think we’re done yet. I’m far from finished.”  

Her eyes widened in shock.  

Then Edgar flipped her over and pressed her body against his. This time, he entered her from behind.  

In a cat-like position, she raised her hips as Edgar gripped them and thrust forcefully.  

The intense sensations struck her like lightning.  

She clung to the sheets as Edgar continued his movements.  

When her legs gave out, Edgar pressed her fully against the bed, spread her cheeks, and continued thrusting.  

Even when she collapsed from exhaustion, Edgar didn’t stop.  

Whenever she tried to sleep, he stimulated her sensitive spots to keep her awake and continue their activities.  

“I told you not to sleep.”  

His words sent chills down her spine, but she was already under Edgar’s control, swaying to his rhythm.  

The rope binding her wrists had disappeared.  

She spent the entire night serving Edgar, and he only released her in the morning.  

Afterward, as usual, the maids who managed the underground chambers entered the room to clean and bathe her.  

Feeling Edgar’s traces vanish, she felt a pang of regret.  

‘But I still love it.’  

Even if it was like this, she was happy to be in Edgar’s embrace.