Chapter 29

It was the day I planned to visit Farham. Specifically, his laboratory.

I discreetly left the palace through the back gate. If the Empress visited a subordinate’s residence, rumors could spread.

We rode through the bustling streets in an ordinary carriage favored by nobles. The streets were particularly lively, with people hanging lanterns and setting up stalls. I turned to the knight accompanying me and asked,

“Is there a festival?”

“Yes, Your Majesty. The night market starts tomorrow evening. It’s the best festival for the commoners.”

A night market. How romantic.

I could count the number of festivals …