Princess Croasia headed to pay her usual visit to Empress Dowager the following day. She found the Dowager in her quarter enjoying her tea.
"Good morning, Mother Dowager," Croasia greeted with a hint of sweetness in her voice.
The Dowager looked at her keenly, "Good morning, my dear. Have you spent some time with the Emperor yet?"
Croasia's face fell, "No, Mother Dowager. Every time I try to see him, he drives me away."
The Dowager's eyes glinted with a devious spark, "Fear not, my dear. I shall speak to him and ensure he spends more time with you."
A glimmer of hope flickered in Croasia's eyes. "Oh, thank you, Mother Dowager! Your support means the world to me," she replied, trying to contain her excitement.
Meanwhile, Magnus was engrossed in his imperial duties, sorting through doc
