"And with this signature, we shall end our ill fate," Eisah Muyal declared pen in hand in the middle of the Duke of North's office.

Luxurious, spacious, and filled to the brim with rare books. So very familiar, yet uncomfortable.

"This is simply what our families chose for us. It is simply fate," He inspected the document I handed over.

"Well, we were not even there when they decided so. How is that fair!" My dress struggling to settle as I sat carelessly at the sofa in the middle of the room.

He sighed.

"With this seal, we are free from the marriage." Sparkles flew as he stamped with the seal of the royal family.

"As long as unc-"

"It's Royal Highness for you now, Lady Eisah." His smile hinting on annoyance.

"As long as Royal Highness, the king of this wonderful kingdom approves." I repeated in the most monotone tone possible.

A sudden knock on the door made me turn my head. And I got up swiftly, recognizing the eyes on the door.

The frail figure bowed as she entered.

"Lady Malis, no need to bow anymore. Your parents are important people from our neighboring kingdom." I approached, shaking my head upon the sight.

"My Lady, that is even more of a reason for proper behavior." Her eyes fixated on the floor.

"Vin- Lord Vindhi, will you please..." I turned to see his approaching figure.

"Lady Malis, it is a pleasure to see you on such a sunny day." He bowed back just like a fool.

"My Lord, it is an honor to have you in my vicinity." Hair covered her face, but I could see the rose of her cheeks coming through her blonde hair.

Two fools, actually. In love.

"I have this feeling it is my time to leave. I bid you farewell Lady Malis, Daughter of the honorable Solfylt family." I couldn't help but smile as I looked at my friend. After all that suffering, her unfortunate fate had turned into happiness.

After today, she would be able to marry the love of her life. All her family would be there, the new one, the ones who had looked for her all her life, and the cherry on top was that she was actually a noble.

"But I want you to take walk with me, Eisah. We have not been together in such a long time with all that happened." Her eyes finally sure and up looking into mine. Innocence that I did not have. The same feeling that made me sign this paper.

"Dear, I do not think the Lord will forgive me if I stay here for a second longer. After all, he is sick of seeing me."

"Oh. That is not true, I am sure..." She looked back at Vindhi for confirmation. And I knew she would not obtain it.

"Do not worry, tough. You will have an entire week with me for my coming of age ceremony." I smiled, waving my goodbye.

The sound of the closing carriage door was comforting. And I let myself cry.

As much as Vindhi may deny it. It was ill fate. When I was a young child, I admired him. Dreamt of the princess I would be when I married him. And then I grew up, and he became a powerful and compassionate leader. Someone you not only could admire but adore.

Was this love? Was this the loss of that cold comfort?

Because he had never felt the same, and it was a silent agreement. That would be our life for the rest of the times. I would have my adoration, and he would have his duty for his family.

That was until my most important friend, the maid who had grown up with me, developed that look in her eyes. And my fiancé that had never looked at Eisah with such softness looked back at Malis. And I knew it was their story, not mine.

So today was the day I removed myself from the narrative. Of course, I would not ignore my friends. Vindhi and Malis were important to me.

But now it was the time for Lady Eisah Muyal. Soon, my coming of age ceremony would come. I can drown myself in pastries and jewels. Not even father can censor me. Although, father will be very mad about the annulment of engagement.

Oh, well!

..."System Notification"...

...Main story finished....

...Starting new game mode....

...Activating......

...New Game Mode Activated....

...Eisah Muyal is now the player....

...You have been notified....

"Huh?"

..."System Notification"...

...Main story finished....

...Starting new game mode....

...Activating......

...New Game Mode Activated....

...Eisah Muyal is now the player....

...You have been notified....

"Huh!?" I rubbed my eyes, getting rid of the tears left on my face. Did Vindhi use his powers to prank me? Again?

When he was immature and boyish, that was a common practice of his. But, he had let go of such things a long time. Precisely about the time when he had to inherit the family title.

Besides that, this felt different. It felt palpable, yet foreign. That pull magic had on all the citizens of this kingdom, this so-called "System Notification" lacked.

Let us stay calm. You are the so ever powerful lady, daughter of the family of the right-hand man to the founder of this kingdom.

Just stay focused.

Game? Did it mean chess, or maybe the games kids play? If I am the player, what kind of game is it?

Oh, for the skies' sake! If I get cursed right after my marriage and before my coming of age ceremony, my father will certainly have heart palpitations.

The carriage door made a clicking sound, and it opened. My father stood there waiting for me. Did he know about me and Vindhi already?

..."System Notification"...

...Player. Eisah Muyal....

...Chapter 1. Fight for the Annulment...

...Start Chapter?...

...Yes No...

No. Never fight with father. If I went away for a bit, later he would be calmer. Is this a curse or magic, or a god trying to make my life difficult?

The strange translucent surface seemed to be waiting for some kind of answer.

"No?" Nothing happened.

I reached for it, waiting for my arm to go through it. On the contrary, my palm was against it. I moved towards my answer.

...Yes No...

...Would you like to go back to before signing the document?...

...Yes No...

What is happening? Of course not. Even if travelling back in time was possible, I was sure of my decision

Once again, I reached out for the negative option.

...Yes No...

Then and there, the world that seemed to have stopped just second before started. The carriage suddenly seemed to move slightly, and the colors seemed more vibrant.

...Chapter 1. Fight for the Annulment....

...Starting......

Staring at the bright letters, I braced myself for whatever was to come. There had to be an answer out there for this mystery. However, right now, I have to get over this.

"Eisah Muyal. What happened? How could Vindhi do this without consulting anyone? What will the king say?" Suddenly, sound came back, and it was my father’s booming voice. "Dear, you have loved him for so long. This is unacceptable. I will talk to Your Highness. It will all be fixed." The Leader of the Royal Knights seemed childlike in his despair.

"There is no fixing. He has decided to marry Malis." In my face, a smile mechanic and forced.

"Oh." My father usually so stoic had become more emotional than I had ever seen.

"Care to help me down?" I inquired, plopping my hand out the door.

"Well, the king will not oppose that. It will be great for peace and economy... I am so deeply sorry, Eisah." He swiftly helped me down.

...Chapter 1. Fight for the Annulment...

...Completed....

...Further Chapters Difficulty will be Upped....