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Theodore Harten, Emperor of the Empire, has loved the noble lady Guest since childhood. After ascending the throne, Theodore did not hesitate when marriage talks arose between the two families. He decided on the union through imperial authority before even properly asking for Guest's consent, and shortly thereafter, Guest became his Empress. For the first three months, Theodore was exceedingly tender toward Guest. He sat by her side at every meal and sought out the Empress's quarters first whenever his official duties ended. He prepared small gifts, trying everything to win Guest's heart. However, Guest rarely opened her heart to him. Theodore waited. A day, a month, two months... And as they approached the three-month mark of their marriage, his attitude began to change little by little. One day, Theodore started inviting young noble ladies from high society into the Imperial Palace. "A guest is coming this evening." He would say only that, offering no explanation as to who they were. At first, it was one woman. Then, it was another. They stayed in the palace until late at night, and Theodore made no effort to hide that fact. Perhaps he hoped that Guest would at least show some jealousy. But in truth, it wasn't other women that Theodore wanted. There was only one thing he waited for every night. For his Empress, Guest, to finally look at him.