I'm here to save the world, what are you doing?

One minute later——

"Oops, oops, oops!"

The girl suddenly opened her eyes, panic written all over her pretty face.

She hurriedly lifted the velvet quilt covering her body and jumped lightly from the bed. Her pair of white and tender bare feet stepped on the soft velvet carpet, leaving shallow footprints.

She took two steps at a time and went straight to the dressing table.

Today is the seventh of every month, a very special day.

On this day of every month, a letter from Weiss would be delivered to her on time.

"What will Brother Lucius write this time?"

The girl murmured to herself, this expectation was like a breeze, instantly blowing away the last trace of sleepiness in her eyes.

The mirror on the dressing table faithfully reflects a flawless face——

Her porcelain-white skin was tinged with a healthy pink, her eyes were as red as blooming pomegranate petals, her long eyelashes cast a faint shadow, and her shoulder-length emerald green hair was a little messy at the moment, but it added a different kind of charm to her.

Nora Brunhilde, granddaughter of Imperial Chancellor Otto and childhood sweetheart of Lucius (probably).

Nora picked up the comb and began to comb her soft green hair patiently.

In the mirror, her red eyes sparkled with childlike excitement, yet also with the shyness and anticipation unique to young girls.

A few strands of green hair were deliberately tucked behind her ears, highlighting her perfect facial features and delicate and lovely ears.

After combing her hair, she started to put on makeup.

There was also a letter on the dressing table that she had received last month. It had been read countless times by her, and the edges of the paper were a little worn from frequent opening.

In the letter, Brother Lucius said that in two months he would come to Splenda to enroll in the Royal Academy with him. Then, they could be together all the time and no longer have to rely on letters to communicate like now.

He also said that if there was time, he hoped I could go back to Weiss with him...

This is already clear, right? It's definitely clear!

Nora's heartbeat unconsciously quickened a few beats.

Huh, that’s true. After all, we are all at this age now, and it is time to make major decisions in life.

Get engaged first, and then hold the wedding directly after graduation, once in Splenda and once in Weiss!

She decided to spend her honeymoon on a picturesque island in the southern border. She had already decided on a name for her child: if it was a boy, he would name him Anthony...

"ah!"

Because Nora was too immersed in her own fantasy, her hand slipped and the eyeliner drew an abrupt arc at the corner of her eye, which looked funny like a frightened tadpole.

Nora frowned slightly, staring at this little mistake that could not be remedied for a long time. In the end, she could only sigh softly, picked up a wet cotton swab, and patiently rolled and wiped the wrong place.

She has never lacked patience.

After finishing her makeup, Nora quickly walked to the closet and picked out a white silk long dress.

Even if Lucius can't see it, Nora will dress up beautifully for him. This is called a sense of ritual.

After getting dressed, Nora stood in front of the floor-length mirror and turned around.

The pure white skirt fluttered lightly with her movements, like a blooming white flower. The black ribbon tied around her waist perfectly outlined her slender yet healthy waist.

Further up, there is the perfect, budding curve of her chest - I don't mean to offend my sister, but the fact is obvious to all.

After having a simple breakfast, Nora couldn't wait to walk towards the gate of the mansion, but in the living room, she met the person she least wanted to meet at the moment.

"Nora? Come sit here."

Chancellor Otto sat upright in a large oak armchair, his tall and straight figure exuding an undeniable majesty even in his sitting position.

Despite his age, his features were still sharp, with a thick gray mustache and eyebrows as thick as eagle wings, casting shadows that made his deep eyes look even more sharp.

When his gaze shifted from the newspaper in front of him to his granddaughter Nora, a look of dignity that came naturally to his face.

There's no need to raise your voice or bang the table or yell; just a look is enough to make the girl feel the pressure. This is the aura honed over decades of political career, like a sword that can be unsheathed at any time, its edge is restrained but awe-inspiring.

"Good morning, Grandpa."

Nora lowered her head and sat down opposite Otto Zai in an orderly manner.

Her fingers tapped unconsciously on her knees, and her eyes glanced out the window from time to time. It was obvious that her mind had already flown outside the mansion gate.

The sun is shining brightly at this moment, neither too hot nor too cold, which is the messengers' favorite weather.

"You dressed up really carefully today."

Chancellor Otto put down the newspaper in his hand and casually glanced at his granddaughter's clothes:

"Have you planned to hang out with your friends?"

"No, just walking in the garden."

Nora replied softly, trying to make her voice sound calm and natural.

"Ah."

Chancellor Otto nodded, slowly picked up the teacup from the coffee table, took a sip of black tea, and the fragrance of tea slowly spread in the air.

Then he asked casually:

"How are your studies lately?"

As long as the family is slightly wealthy and has children with extraordinary talents, having a tutor is basically standard. People like Lucius who are taught by Grand Duke Glade himself are the exception among exceptions.

Nora's tutors were all famous teachers that Chancellor Otto had taken great pains to invite from the Imperial College, and they had very high expectations of her.

"It went pretty smoothly. The professors were very caring."

Nora nodded, trying not to look at the clock on the wall.

"Really? But I heard from Professor Britney that you seem to be absent-minded a lot lately?"

Chancellor Otto's eyebrows rose slightly, and his eyes flashed with a sharp light.

"!"

Nora's heart tightened, and she whispered softly:

"I'm sorry, Grandpa. I will correct this mistake."

"It would be good if we could adjust our status in time."

Otto nodded in satisfaction, but he put down the teacup with agonizing slowness. The bottom of the cup made a slight clattering sound when it hit the table, which was particularly clear in the quiet living room.

"Blacksmith need its own hardware."

The Prime Minister's voice was neither hurried nor slow, as if he were discussing today's weather:

"As much as I hate to admit it, compared to those families that have lived and died together with the nation, the glory of the Berlenhill family is indeed not worth mentioning."

"Yes, Grandpa."

After understanding the subtext of Chancellor Otto's words, Nora sat up straight.

If she wants to be someone who can stand proudly beside her brother Lucius, she needs to work harder.

"When your father was young, he studied until late into the night every day for three years, and only then did he achieve a top score in the Imperial Academy's examinations."

Chancellor Otto continued, his tone tinged with nostalgia:

"Now he has become an outstanding diplomat. Even though we are rarely together, I am still proud of him."

Nora listened silently, the hands of time ticking in her heart.

She knew these stories, having heard them since she was a child, and could recite every detail.

But at this moment, she just wanted to end the conversation quickly and run to the door to receive the long-awaited letter.

"Speaking of..."

Chancellor Otto suddenly changed the subject, his tone carrying a hint of casual inquiry:

"Is that Lucius coming to Splenda soon?"

Nora was caught off guard, and her porcelain-white skin was instantly stained with a blush.

“Yes, yes…”

Nora nodded softly, her voice so quiet that it was almost inaudible.

"..."

Chancellor Otto was silent for a moment and sighed heavily, his sigh containing too many complicated emotions.

He touched his bald head, looking like he had a headache, but he said helplessly:

"When he comes, don't go to his house all the time, and don't bring him home every day. That brat, I get annoyed just by seeing him."

"Grandpa, then I'll try my best to prevent you from seeing Brother Lucius, okay?"

Nora finally raised her eyes, looked at her grandfather with sparkling eyes, and showed an innocent smile.

This problem is so easy to solve. Can't we just hide Brother Lucius in our room?

Chancellor Otto: ???

Buhao! My cabbage!

The old prime minister's expression froze for a moment, and then turned into deep helplessness.

"Forget it, just do whatever you want. I don't know what kind of magic potion he has poured into you."

Chancellor Otto waved his hand feebly, indicating that Nora could leave:

"Also, today's postman will have to take a detour due to road maintenance in the south of the city, and will arrive around ten o'clock."

Nora:!!!

When she finally walked out of the living room, her pure white skirt fluttered behind her like a white bird that couldn't wait to spread its wings and fly high.

Chancellor Otto looked at his granddaughter's receding back, a barely perceptible smile appearing on the corner of his mouth, with doting and helplessness intertwined on his weathered face.

My granddaughter is so cute.

whee.

Such a lovely granddaughter's heart and eyes are filled with a big wild boar from the East.

No hehe.

Walking out of the hall, Nora stepped onto the cobblestone garden path. The morning sun shone gently on her, casting a warm halo on her.

Take a deep breath, the scent of roses and lavender in the garden mixed together, making you feel relaxed and happy.

A small pavilion in the garden became her temporary resting place. It had an excellent view and she could see the postman arrive first.

"Will Brother Lucius miss the time he spent at Splenda?"

Nora muttered to herself, her eyes looking into the distance.

But what caught her eye was the towering white tower of the imperial palace, and Nora's eyes dimmed instantly.

It’s better not to reminisce about it. For Brother Lucius, there was nothing worth remembering about that time, right?

I don’t know how long it took, but in the distance I heard the sound of horse hooves and wheels rolling over the cobblestone road.

Nora immediately raised her head, her eyes full of anticipation.

She held her breath as she watched the familiar mail truck slowly approach the mansion gate.

She wanted to run over, but she tried hard to restrain herself and maintain the elegance of a noble lady. However, her slightly trembling fingers and accelerated heartbeat betrayed her inner excitement.

"Here's your letter, Miss Brunel, from Vess, as usual."

The postman was a white-haired old man. Over the years, he had become accustomed to delivering the letter that the daughter of the Brunel family had been waiting for on this day of every month.

Nora took the letter, feeling the touch of the thick paper on her fingertips. After thanking the postman, she couldn't wait to take the letter back to her room.

Nora carefully opened the envelope and took out the letter inside. A clear woody scent hit her face, which was the unique scent of Lucius.

Unfolding the letter, the familiar beginning came into view——

"Dear Nora, I'm glad to see you in person. I've left early for some special reasons. By the time you receive this letter, the Orient Express I'm on will probably be on its way to see you."