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

Don't say such irresponsible things!

Although it has not yet been announced in person by Emperor Lao Deng, this is already Xiao Ai's decision - it's a done deal!

At the same time, another memory came to Lucius's mind -

“Sigh, I wonder what Sanita’s father would think when he knew she was so bewitched by me.

Maybe he wants to break Lu Ge's legs.

But unfortunately, Lu Ge is a great noble, and only Emperor Lao Deng can surpass him in the entire empire."

Haha, baby, Brother Lu was just joking before. How come your dad is really the emperor?

It’s over. This time Brother Lu’s legs are really going to be broken.

No wonder when Queen Helena entrusted her daughter to Lucius, she said, "I leave my daughter in your care," instead of "I leave Plotina in your care."

After all this time, it turned out that she had known this would happen and was waiting for Brother Lu.

Playing word games, huh?

Oh my god, why are the royal family so evil?

"...I'm sorry, young lord."

"I didn't hear what you said just now. Could you please say it again?"

Octavia's eye twitched slightly, a kind smile plastered on her face, but there was a hint of danger in her tone.

I treat you as my husband, but you want to be my brother-in-law?

Yes, I am angry.

"Ahem, it's nothing, just a slip of the tongue."

Lucius looked away guiltily, his Adam's apple rolling slightly, his fingertips unconsciously tapping Octavia's waist, and changed the subject:

"Speaking of which, should I call you 'Your Highness' now?"

"Well, well..."

She was not surprised that Lucius saw through her identity. She had known for a long time that both Iveliya and Lucius had the ability to see through other people's real names.

Octavia's lips curled up into a faint smile, and her slender white fingers gently stroked Lucius' cheek.

The fingertips were slightly cool but carried an irresistible force, forcing him to look into her eyes.

Her breathing was soft and even, and a subtle fragrance lingered between the two of them:

"It's fine as you like. I'm already your private property. No matter what you call me, it won't change that fact."

"If the title 'Your Highness' gives you a greater sense of conquest when you use me, then call me that."

Those eyes held both captivating charm and the awe-inspiring nobility of a royal family.

The previous "Sanita" was too charming and gave people the feeling of a fairy, but at this moment, Octavia achieved a perfect balance between nobility and charm.

Pure and luscious, it tastes amazing.

Baby, you are a sweet piece of honey mint candy.

"Also, I'm still very curious, what does it mean when you call me 'sister-in-law,' young lord?"

Her eyes suddenly became sharp.

Now it feels better, it feels like eating a mint candy and then drinking a sip of cold water.

Lucius: ...

Didn't you hear it all?

Fortunately, Lucius has never been a man who would escape. Even when faced with such an embarrassing situation, he chose to face it calmly.

When it comes to women, honesty is often the best policy—in moderation, of course.

After a brief consideration, he told Octavia the truth:

"You may not know that before I set out on this trip, my husband, Lao Deng, told me that he had arranged a marriage for me."

Having said that, he paused, observing Octavia's reaction, and then continued:

"If nothing unexpected happens, the person you're going to be engaged to is your sister, Plotina."

Octavia: ???

There are cows!

The eyes that were once full of charm were now wide open, and the delicate face was full of disbelief.

In her mind, her third sister, whom she had never met, just flashed by and turned into a bull-headed monster, capturing Lucius.

Poor Lucius could only cry out "bitter" in pain, then turned into a star and allowed Plotina to manipulate him.

Unaware of Octavia's increasingly distressed expression, Lucius recounts to her the complex story of his relationship with Plotina (Director's Cut).

"In other words, although you and my sister had a story in childhood, because of her self-willed behavior, you are now strangers, right?"

"But now, thanks to her father's arrangement, she is about to be tied to you again. What a lucky child..."

"I'm already a little jealous of her."

Octavia tapped her chin with her fingertips, her eyes thoughtful.

"And the instructions your mother left you..."

"It turns out that fate has already cast its shadow, and we are all following in its footsteps."

"indeed so."

Lucius nodded solemnly, his expression so serious it was almost comical.

"It's all the fault of that bastard Fate. If it weren't for her, you wouldn't have fallen from being an imperial princess to a degenerate."

Obviously, Lucius intends to put all the blame on [Fate].

"Ah......"

"That is not necessary, my dear young lord."

Octavia chuckled, her fingertips lazily drawing circles on Lucius's chest.

"If it weren't for the arrangement of the Weaver of Fate, I wouldn't have met you at the most appropriate time."

"and......"

Her fingers suddenly tightened, and the silk fabric made a slight friction sound between her fingers, like a cat stretching out its claws and gently hooking the object of its affection.

She leaned close to Lucius's ear, her warm breath carrying a dangerous sweet scent:

"Did you see my memory?"

"I was the first one here, wasn't I?"

Lucius: Really!

He met Octavia before the World's Fair, and he met Plotina during the World's Fair.

Strictly speaking, Octavia was the first woman to enter his life.

Eh!

At this time, someone will definitely ask, Brother Lu, Brother Lu, since she has walked into your life, how could you not remember her?

It's all Plotina's fault!

If she hadn't messed with Lu Ge's memory, how could Lu Ge become the unfaithful man he is today?

"Ah, men."

Octavia shook her head slightly, a deliberately sad look in her deep blue eyes:

"It's heartbreaking for a girl to wait for years and yet not even be able to leave a vague shadow in the heart of her beloved."

Then, her expression suddenly changed, the sadness in her eyes was replaced by cunning, and her eyes and eyebrows were full of calculation:

"People always cherish things they have lost and found again, and my father is no exception."

"Tell me, if I return to Splenda and kneel before my father and beg him to change your engagement to me, will he agree?"

Lucius: ...

I don’t know whether the emperor will agree, but my life will definitely be difficult.

You also know that people will cherish things that they have lost and found again, so why not put yourself in the emperor's perspective and think about it -

I finally found my little cotton-padded jacket and I can't wait to go to someone else's house before I've even spent a few days at home...

Thanks, I'm already getting angry.

"Isn't this bad? Plotina is your sister after all..."

Steal your sister's husband?

That's very immoral.

But is this what an eldest sister should do?

"so what?"

Octavia tilted her head back slightly, revealing her graceful neckline:

"Although we are related by blood, she and I have never met. Any talk of sisterly love is false."

"But as a woman, my own selfish desires and wants are real."

"My Lord, it is because of you that I have hope of living again. If I can't have you..."

Through her eyes, Lucius could clearly see the burning desire and unshakable obsession.

"if......"

Octavia blinked and smiled meaningfully:

"If the choice were given to you, young lord, what would you choose?"

"Me? Or Plotina?"

Do you love your elder sister or your younger sister?

Family members also have to make a choice.

Unfortunately, Lucius did not feel embarrassed by this. Instead, a glint of wisdom flashed in his eyes:

"Hehe, I never do multiple-choice questions."

"Since you're planning on asking your father for help, why not just ask him to marry both of you to me?"

"It doesn't hurt anyone's feelings, and it effectively prevents sisters from turning against each other. How great."

"Come on, Brother Lu is in good health and can handle it."

Hehe, it's a reversal. No matter how many Lu brothers there are, they all love each other the same way. I think the second princess Maria is still charming. Why not pack them all together//// and come over.

Yes, Brother Lu has always been a beast of desire!

Oi, Emperor Lao Deng, is it safe for Lugo's Orient Express to stop at Splenda Station?

"..."

Octavia was stunned for a moment, then smiled with relief.

This is something Lucius could really say.

"How greedy~"

"However, since this is your wish, I can only try my best to help you realize it. After all, I have already been completely devoted to you."

Octavia slowly moved closer again, until her lips were almost touching Lucius' earlobe:

"As a reward, can you kiss me again?"