Main character: Me (Princess)//Place: THIS Kingdom
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I grew up in the palace, surrounded by magnificent decorations, the melodious sounds of court music, and countless palace maids and guards. My mother is the Empress, but she does not have a king or a consort. The throne of this kingdom is not inherited through bloodline but is determined by an individual's abilities and will. Therefore, as the daughter of the Empress, I have the right to choose, and I may one day become the succeeding Empress.110Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡMbbE67K7Gv
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I have an older sister who has displayed strong leadership abilities since she was young. She dreams of inheriting our mother’s position as the Empress, whether it be commanding in war or governing the kingdom. She is always confident, as if everything is under her control. She constantly puts pressure on me, challenging me and trying to force me to give up my position.110Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡZkrrZ1aAUw
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As a potential successor to the Empress, I feel that this is not a role to be chosen lightly, but she often scolds me, “You have neither the ability nor the desire. Why not pass this responsibility on to me? You should just give up the throne!” Although we are sisters, I have never felt close to her since I was born.110Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJwnFlapcL1
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Moreover, I have witnessed my mother’s struggles, the daily political entanglements, the pressure of decision-making, and the expectations of the people. She endures pressures from all directions, even though she maintains an elegant and composed exterior. The exhaustion in her heart, however, cannot be hidden. She has always told me since childhood that the responsibility of the throne is a lifetime commitment, with no chance of regret. Despite living in this magnificent palace, enjoying a position and power that everyone desires, I feel unable to live freely and even feel oppressed and weary of it.110Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡnnJhfiBp7Z
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One day, my uncle—my mother’s brother—came back to the palace to visit my mother. He had spent his whole life wandering outside, with no interest in the throne. He always roamed freely in the mountains or sailed on the seas, drifting with the wind and waves. That day, he spoke to me about the world outside the palace, whether it was the tranquillity of the mountains or the freedom of the sea.
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To him, both were so beautiful.110Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡlDKHnSrB2u
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He had never thought of returning to inherit the throne; he chose to live freely beyond this kingdom. He didn’t like constraints and didn’t need any form of power. He gave me souvenirs he had collected from outside and told me, “This world is not just about the throne; you don’t have to be trapped in this golden cage.”110Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡf17nipuIT2
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His words made me fall into deep contemplation about future duties, the lifelong responsibilities, and the heavy burden that cannot be easily changed.110Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3ozi7LiDjJ
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Is this what I need?
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To be continued...
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