Chapter 42: Ostrum’s Reawakening and the Revival of Lark Part 3
“These are our children, lined up before you.” My mother said after a few seconds of silence. “My children, introduce yourselves to the Emperor.”
“There is no need.” The Emperor said. He looked at my sisters with a bored expression and I cannot help but feel insulted for them. At least look mesmerized, for pete’s sakes! You are looking at the most beautiful women in the kingdom, and perhaps, the whole world!
Habang pinapasadahan niya ng tingin ang aking mga kapatid ay tumigil ang kaniyang titig sa akin. “Give me your name.” Utos niya sa akin.
“Lark Lightborne.” Sagot ko naman.
Kumunot ang noo niya, “you are a man?”
I nodded.
He chuckled darkly, “I thought you were a woman.”
“Everyone always thinks so.” I smiled without
