Chapter 2: The Request

[Yeri's POV]

It's been around 3 months ever since my reborn. I have once again attempted to strengthen my own abilities but won't be able to use them since everyone sees me as my ten-year-old self. Rather than being horrified, my family found it amusing at how 'fast' I am maturing though I am already twenty-two years old sincerely speaking.

Today is an unordinary day since me and my brother is called for an audience from the emperor. I actually hate that old man. All he thinks about is his concubines. Come to think of it, he was one of the favored princes given he is to be crowned at the age of sixteen. Atleast four years from now.

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"Lady Yeridia Scarlett Aurelia and Lord Owen Neil Aurelia has arrived," announced by the guards.

"We greet Your Majesty, Sun of the Empire," said in unison by Yeri and Owen.

"Please take a seat. I have called for both of you for a reason I feel I need to tell you both."

'Ah yes. The Hunting Season.'

"As you may know, the Hunting Season is now nearing atleast three days from now. I want both of you to participate. Do you find my request reasonable?," followed by an icy glare by the Emperor.

"Pardon me Your Highnesses, but my sister is only ten years old and I fear she might faint at just the sight of the grounds," Owen replied through his gritted teeth.

'In my last life, he replied those same words.'

The Hunting Season is not your ordinary event. This isn't where you simply hunt down animals as prey. Rather, you include people as well. Yes, it is correct. Live. Human. Beings.

"Your Majesty, I would like to give my own opinion on this matter." 'First, let's change my future with this simple conversation. After all, I do quite miss the sight of blood.'

Yeri smirked at the thought.

"Go on."

"As I am young and, forgive me if I use the wrong word, unknowledgable I would still like to participate and learn more of this event. This is a humble request since I am to take care of the Empire in the future."

"How impudent! What does that mean young lady?! Are you saying i'm already incapable of ruling?"

It was obvious the Emperor catches on rather quick.

"As a citizen and daughter of the Grand Duke, I am obligated to take care of the Empire and the Duchy alongside my brother. Was I not?"

Owen flinched at her sister's words. Was this really the shy little girl who was brave but quiet? As for the Emperor, he was also taken aback from her words and apologized for his sudden impulse.

This discussion continued for almost an hour without anyone even noticing a young prince listening to them through the walls behind the throne. He was the young man Yeri has been wary of.

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"How could you suddenly say that Yeri?," an overprotective brother snapped as they got home back in the mansion.

"Because I could say it?" This was hinted with a bit of sarcasm if one pay's attention on how she said it.

"What am I going to do with you," a sigh came from her brother.

"Nothing really. Father and mother knows of this already. There is no need to fret."

Yeri knew her brother was beginning to suspect her.

"Brother...do you want to know of the dream I had after the lake incident?," Yeri clenched her fists.

"I do...does that have anything to do with all of this?," Owen answered cautiously.

"Yes. Let's go to my room."

Owen curiously treaded behind her. When they had reached, she locked the door and started.

"I'm only saying a few points. Listen closely. In my so called dream, I was an uncontrolled killer. That was not the cause of my downfall. After I killed Li- someone important, I was given something very precious. A diamond ring that had a spell that helped me be sane. The reason I was like that was because it was part of the fight for the throne and revenge. I know how I said it is not really organized, but I do hope you understand a little." Yeri patiently waited for an answer.

"So in short, you became a madwoman in your dream because of revenge and you need a diamond thinggy to be sane and this dream proved that you had to be more reserved and mature now in 'this life' and you want to change that so called 'future' of yours? Did I sum it up correctly?"

"Yes. You did. The hunting event is only an excuse of mine to improve my skills even with a small and delicate body of mine."

"Alright. Sounds crazy but ok. If you need assistance call for me. I'll be processing this in my head for a bit. Rest well."

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'Strange indeed. I get why people are somehow intrigued by my mannerism as of now.'

As what was stated earlier, the event also supports the killing spree concept. It involved humans. The good news was it didn't claim innocent lives. Only those who are due that date to be executed are involved. This has been a part of the Hunting Season ever since the third emperor ruled. He thought of it as a better way to execute people. They become the 'prey'.

'Hmm...it's rather amusing to see a ten-year-old going around killing right? Let's have fun for now before the set tragedies. It's going to be a long week.'

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