Chapter 1

I never expected that I would follow the fate that this body has.

It was as if time stood still as I stepped out of the carriage. The soft breeze carried a subtle fragrance, making the atmosphere feel ethereal, the air filled with the scent of flowers. I was bathed in the sunlight as it illuminated my gown and caressed my skin. An awestruck hush spread through the crowd, my graceful exit striking them all speechless. The cobblestones beneath my feet, the light glinting in the diamond-laden buttons of my gown, and the air gently kissing my face, all combined to create a serene atmosphere that was nothing short of poetic.

It was with a Stoic, expressionless demeanour that the butler greeted me, showing no outward emotion whatsoever. He took my hand and escorted me to the manor's entrance, my dress rustling softly with every step. The lack of any emotion made the encounter seem rather cold and distant. The butler's eyes remained fixed on me, his expression unchanging. I felt as though I was being ushered into a house of mourning rather than being welcomed into my beautiful new home.

As a lady, I maintained my regal demeanour, understanding their caution towards me, who was a stranger to them. The butler, John, took me to my room, which was spacious and far from suffocating, with a relaxing atmosphere. A combination of mint walls and white and gold gave the room a sophisticated and upscale ambience. The fine furniture and luxurious fixtures created an elegant feeling, while the elegant fabrics brought a sense of luxury. After the butler left me to have my rest, I toured the room, admiring its grandeur. It was truly a grand room to stay in.

Enough of the idle, I'm here, and I'm ready to play my part.

After death came peace,and the calm I had yearned for finally came. I never expected to return to life or to discover that my body was now the vessel of a fictional princess - Chrysopeleia Claramonde Romano, a brilliant but misunderstood character. A side character who was hidden away and forgotten by the world. It was a strange twist of fate, and I wondered if there was any reason for it. Was it simply chance, or did this strange event have a deeper meaning?

I knew her story would eventually end, and this thought brought me no small amount of dread.

I had already resigned myself to my destiny, as I could not return to death, and there was no avoiding the fate that awaited me. It seemed prudent to first recall the book, to gain a deep understanding of the story and my character's role in it. I needed to know what I was getting myself into.

The book was a tale of a fallen noble woman and a prince. It was a struggle for power and love. The fallen lady sought revenge for her unjust treatment, while the prince would become her stronghold. In the process, they would develop a close relationship and achieve their goals together.

My role would not alter the story's ending, as I was merely a side character. As such, I would fulfill my role and play my part in the narrative, but I would not alter the destiny of the main characters.

"Do not worry," I exclaimed, "my existence in this body will not change your destiny. I will play my role, and I will not alter your destined fate. That is my part."

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