*Author's note: Chapter 50 is separated by two chapters. *

The Astrid couple will travel today to the southern capital with their entourage. When they arrived at the teleportation terminal, the Duke was spotted carrying the Duchess. Due to their intense love making, her entire body was swollen. Her mana was greatly consumed by Sebastian that resulted in her loss of vitality. In order to restore her mana, she was given five days to refrain from engaging in any intense bedroom activities by her royal healer and doctor.

The teleportation terminal left Rachel speechless to the point that she appears to be in a sci-fi movie. The terminal is enclosed in a glass dome, and in the center is a mana-powered circle, followed by an egg-shaped teleportation vessel which will take you to a different city or kingdom. The estimated teleportation arrival time is 60 seconds.

'This world is insane! They are more advance than my previous world'. Rachel murmured while looking so amaze that her mouth opens in astonishment.

Sebastian laughs at her reaction and embrace her tightly while the vessel began to teleport. They eventually landed in the capital of the south. Outside the terminal, a royal carriage is waiting for them, and there are paparazzi and news outlets waiting for their appearance.

Prior to their arrival, the southern capital was intrigued of the newly crowned Duchess of Astrid. Who would have thought that her banishment to the northern kingdom would have given her great luck in capturing the elusive Duke Sebastian Astrid? She was a fallen noble who poisoned the crown princess, but now that she has been elevated to the position of Duchess of Astrid, she has overcome her crime and emerged stronger than ever. She is now untouchable and wields great power to both Kingdoms.

Both commoners and nobles are interested in the course of events surrounding the shift of power to the monarch families of Astrid and Carlyle. The fact that Rachel Lily Monchy was previously the crowned princess and is now married to the great Duke of Astrid. This Royalty scandal is giving them entertainment in their daily lives.

They eagerly await the return of the original flower of the southern aristocracy and how she would humiliate those who made fun of her when she was deposed. Their enthusiasm and personal assumptions about what would transpire next are fueled by the expected face-to-face with her ex-fiancé and cousin.

Will she abuse her newly acquired power to mock the Carlyle royalty? Given her infamous behavior and obsession to the crown prince, it will be quite intriguing to watch this drama unfold. They find it hard to believe that the Duke of Astrid is enamored with her, could it be a rumor only? They must determine it for themselves.

When the Duke and Duchess of Astrid appeared outside the terminal, they were greeted with a ceremonial bow and the mana powered cameras flashed frantically.

The Royal couple wave their hand and approached the carriage. The Duchess was personally assisted by the Duke as they made their way to their carriage, and the cameras are working rapidly in response to the incredible spectacle they have just witnessed. They are itching to write a juicy royal scoop.

As the carriage moves through the city, Rachel observes the capital's architecture. The city is divided into residential and commercial areas. It's more chaotic than she had anticipated; some areas are unkept, and some of the buildings are quite old. She concluded that she preferred the northern city more because of its modern, well-organized, and aristocratic-vibe infrastructure.

Then she turns to face her husband and kisses him on the cheek. Despite being ruthless and domineering, he cares for his subjects well. She admires him for what he has accomplished to the northern kingdom. She is gradually coming to understand Sebastian Astrid's other side.

From the moment they entered the teleportation terminal until they reached the southern capital, his wife was thrilled. As she squints out the window from their carriage, her eyes sparkle with vivid brilliance. Sebastian was reading the reports when she gave him a peck. He arched his brow in confusion over his wife's unexpected displays of affection.

"Hah, you recognized your husband is capable, hm?". He pats her head and gently kissed her lips. Rachel nods her head and returns to the window to continue her sightseeing.

In the southern capital, the Astrid has a castle located near the Carlyle palace. The Astrid castle boast a grandeur structure equal to the royalties of the south. At the gate, a gold Guardian's insignia can be seen.

'OMG! I married the richest man in the empire. He is like the billionaire husband trope in my previous world'. Rachel giggled and looked at her husband. His wealth is more than she can imagine.

"Do you like it wife? It's all yours". Sebastian laughs and kisses her hair.

"Yes, it's all mine. Shall I take this castle when you divorce me?". Rachel teased while encircling her arms on his waist.

"You can take it all but on one condition". Sebastian whispered the last word in her ears that she flushed.

"Sebastian!". She pouted and pinched his arm.

"Hahaha! I want to devour my wife right now because she is so cute". He hugs her from behind and teasingly kisses her neck while squeezing her breasts.

Rachel giggled and patted his head to stop him from his advances.

"I'll be leaving now; I'm going to the palace to meet with the underworld trade master. I will be late so don't wait for me."

"Alright but also take care". She hesitantly said with a blush on her face.

"I will wife". He then kissed her ferociously before letting her go.

Rachel sigh in content and wave goodbye to her husband. She was aware that he will be very busy these days capturing the dark sorcerers.

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