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Reborn as Cold Emperor's Concubine [S1]
The Art of Misdirection (That Backfires Horribly) 2
Later that evening, Lillian walks through the palace gardens, silently fuming. The plan she’d so carefully orchestrated has backfired, and Victor—predictably—seems to be enjoying it far more than she anticipated. In fact, she can still hear their laughter faintly in the distance, making her stomach twist.
She hadn’t meant to feel this way. It was just a silly plan, right? She didn’t care about the Emperor’s attention, right? But then—why did it sting so much when she saw them together?
Lillian stops in her tracks as she hears footsteps behind her.
Victor Alaric - ML
*Calmly* Are you sulking?
She doesn’t turn to face him. Instead, she crosses her arms tightly.
Lillian Grey - FL (#47)
*Snappily* No I'm just... enjoying some fresh air.
Victor Alaric - ML
*Smirks, stepping closer.*
He seems to almost enjoy watching her struggle with her emotions.
Victor Alaric - ML
*Teasingly* I must admit, you’re much quieter than usual. Something wrong, my dear concubine?
Lillian doesn’t respond, staring straight ahead. Victor sighs, his voice softening just slightly, though his tone remains firm.
Victor Alaric - ML
*Gently* You know, if you wanted me to spend time with you, all you had to do was ask.
Lillian’s breath catches. Is he mocking her again? Her eyes prickle, her chest tightening with a mix of frustration and something unexpected. She wants to snap at him, but the words don’t come.
Victor, sensing the shift in the air, takes another step closer. He gently places his hand on her shoulder, his voice quieter now, tinged with a rare warmth.
Victor Alaric - ML
*Softly* I know you’re upset, Lillian. But don’t pretend like you didn’t enjoy watching me play along. I might be Emperor, but even I have my limits when it comes to silly games.
Lillian Grey - FL (#47)
*Breath catches, her throat tightening. She shakes her head, not trusting herself to speak.*
Victor Alaric - ML
*Seeing the silent struggle in her eyes, frowns. He steps closer still, his thumb brushing gently against her cheek.*
Victor Alaric - ML
*Softer* Lillian...
Before she can stop herself, a single tear slips down her cheek. She quickly wipes it away, but it’s too late. Victor notices, and the teasing smile he had fades into something much more serious.
Guilt washes over him, and he silently curses his own cruelty. This was never his intention. He steps forward, placing a hand on her cheek, gently brushing away the tear with his thumb.
Victor Alaric - ML
*Gruffly* I’m sorry, Lillian. I didn’t mean to make you cry. I was just… frustrated by your games.
Lillian Grey - FL (#47)
*Sniffles, not trusting her voice, but her heart softens. She turns her face slightly into his touch, letting him comfort her, her breath shaky.*
Victor gently pulls her into an embrace, the weight of his actions finally sinking in. He could never bear to see her like this again, and though he’s a stubborn fool, he’s not completely heartless.
Victor Alaric - ML
I’ll make it up to you, alright? No more games. Just us, tonight. *gently*
Lillian, still in his arms, finally lets herself relax, the tension in her body slowly melting away. She doesn’t speak, but the warmth of his embrace is enough to let her know that maybe—just maybe—this would all be okay.
Lillian, in the quiet of the night, finally allows herself to trust in his sincerity, even as her heart begins to accept something she’s been avoiding—she might be falling for the Emperor after all.
Comments
Yuki
Oh wow. I enjoyed it so far but not now. You He still have other concubines and he just loved to tease her. I didn't feel his love for her. And here she is losing it. Like I don't want a man who sees me as an option. whatever it's just my opinion. It's a great story but not my cup of tea
2025-03-22
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Pihu
Yeah sure tomorrow he will be with someone else he has lots if women in his palace to satisfy him
2025-03-24
4
Pihu
Why do you care emporia has lots if concubine he never care less about anyone just leave home and enjoy
2025-03-24
2