Rachel wanted to hide in shame. She has forgotten that she will be late to attend her succession course with the Marchioness.

'Oh no! What will she think of me?'.

The truth of the matter is that she's not used to this feudal kind of life, and she must cope up rapidly with compromising her moral beliefs of human life. This world regards human life of little value, and the nobilities are the lords of the common people.

Since she transmigrated here, her question remains unanswered, will I become one of the Lords treating commoners unequally and putting my moral values in line?

She sighs deeply and anxiety looms again inside of her stomach.

'Let's get over this and not think too much'.

Rachel opens the study door, and she sees the Marchioness reading a document. The Marchioness suddenly stands up and bowed down her head politely to greet Rachel.

"I greet the future duchess of Astrid".

"Be at ease Marchioness, I apologize for the late meeting. The duke is currently at the palace, and I have to take care of my fiancé".

She suddenly blushes when she accidentally mentions 'take care'. The Marchioness seems not to notice the changes in her facial appearance.

"Of course, my lady, it's our duty to take care of the husband".

The Marchioness is pleased to hear that the future duchess is sensitive to the needs of the duke.

'What a lucky man! I think the Light Goddess Dragon bless the guardians again'.

The succession class will finish this week and before it will end, the duchess must choose her ladies in waiting. The head lady in waiting must be occupied to ensure the duchess succession will run smoothly.

"My lady, if you don't mind, I would like to ask if you have already decided which lady you will designate as your head lady in waiting".

"I have already decided to choose one lady from a prominent family. I'm sure you're aware of Lady Anne Leyn".

"I know that she's one of your closest friends. The lady is known for her impeccable social skills and influence in the upper echelons of northern nobility".

"I'm glad the Marchioness recognizes Lady Anne's skills and not the influence of our friendship".

Rachel smiled sweetly and the Marchioness almost space out from her warm smile.

"I believe the future duchess has the ability to choose her people well and rule this kingdom fairly".

The fact that the second-highest nobility in the north respected her judgment and would continue to stand by her gave Rachel a sense of relief.

The classes ended after four hours of rigid training. She felt exhausted and didn't notice that she fell asleep on the couch. Sebastian entered the room and let her maids out. He then sits beside her and rubs her face in a delicate manner as if he's holding a precious doll.

'The most beautiful doll in the empire will be my wife in a week's time'.

Suddenly he felt a huge surge of excitement inside his stomach. A different kind of excitement is present, one that could almost consume his intestines.

'Hah! I felt unknown emotions by just looking and thinking about her.' This is madness and dangerous.

While pondering his unknown emotions, he hears a murmur coming from her seductive mouth. He clicks his tongue and is about to capture her lips when suddenly Rachel opens her eyes.

"........"

"Stay still. I will bring you to your room".

"Your majesty! You don't have to, Heuppp".

She almost shrieks loudly when he picks her up and carries her in a bridal position. He then lunges his mouth and kisses her ferociously. He tasted this sweet honey mouth again and captured her tongue to open her mouth more. He can drink all her saliva and dry this sweet precious mouth. It was a short and fiery kiss.

"Sshh. I won't do anything. Your tired and you need to eat and rest".

Sebastian coaxes her so she will not object to his advances.

"You know".

In response, Rachel pouted her lips like a spoiled brat.

"Ha ha"

Her adorable response made Sebastian laugh.

The butler and the maids were surprised to hear the duke's laughter for the first time. When the duke went out of the study room carrying the duchess in a very sweet and romantic manner, their hearts felt bitter because some of them are still single.

When you look at them, they seem a perfect and in love couple. Nobody would think that they are in a contract marriage relationship. Alex thought that this is a good blessing for the duchy and to his majesty.

The Astrid palace became so alive, and the presence of the lady brought colors and a happy vibe to this dark and eerie place.

"Prepare the bath".

The duke commanded and he went to Rachel's bathroom and placed her in the tub tenderly.