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ᴀᴄᴛ 1 - ꜱᴜᴍᴇʀᴜ ᴀʀᴄ 1

Chapter 11

"Ugh..." Y/N says as they roll over, spread out under the warm covers. They slowly open their eyes and immediately close them again, blinded by the sun being let in by the massive windows of the Jade Chamber.

"Ah, it's nice to see you awake, you slept for quite a while."

They shoot up at the quiet voice, disoriented and confused about where they are. Their eyes dart around the room as they freak out, breathing hard and trying to take in everything they see. Their eyes focus on Ningguang and stare at her, pushing themself backward on the bed, and they blink a few times under Ningguang's compassionate gaze. Blushing, they remember what had happened yesterday: Y/N was kidnapped. At least they're not hurt.

Ningguang gives them a small, yet sad smile, stepping toward them and leaning against a bedpost at least a foot taller than her.

"Your Majesty, you are okay. You will not be hurt again, I will make sure of it." She kneels in front of them, taking one of Y/N's feet and kissing it. They look down at her, surprised at this display of superiority. In no life would they imagine someone as well-known and important as Ningguang to do that.

They shift a little, uncomfortable at the fact that they don't think they should be receiving this treatment. Even though they are starting to warm up to the idea of actually being the so-called creator, it is still a very... Odd experience.

Ningguang looks up at them, a reverent look on her face. She smiles before standing up, speaking in a low voice.

"Your Majesty. I've heard of your previous... Adventures... In other regions. I know you won't stay here, and any attempt I make to keep you will be futile, so I have to ask. Please visit me sometime."

They swallow dryly and nod, trying to think. Suddenly, an idea pops in their head. They tap on their thigh, trying to figure out how they're going to word what they're thinking.

"Ahem. Uh, thank you... I was wondering, do you know what hair dye is?" Ningguang pauses before giving a short nod, "Good. I was wondering, if it's alright, and not too much trouble for you, could you get me some?" They fidget with their clothes, observing her expression. She laughs that rich people laugh before calling for one of her Secretaries. Baishi almost immediately appears in the doorway.

Ningguang smiles and greets her.

"Baishi, please go to Ying'er's and buy every single color of hair dye she is willing to make. The price does not matter."

After a few more seconds, Y/N tunes them out, happy that they're being treated well for once. They slip off the bed, looking around while Baishi engages Ningguang in a lecture on her responsibilities, particularly those for today: the ones she wants to cancel.

Y/N approaches the closet, which seems to be made just for them. They flip through the clothes, hoping it's okay if they choose one to wear. Suddenly, they feel someone's gentle breath on the back of their neck. They jump and turn around, seeing Ningguang right behind them.

They hold their breath, thinking they're in trouble for looking around until they see an amused smile form on her face.

There's that rich people smile...

"Do you like the clothes? They are made from silk produced by silk flowers, and small threads of cor lapis are woven into the fabric for extra durability and protection. I had them made especially for you when I received the news of your Descension."

They look at her incredulously.

How much money does this woman have?

Like yeah, it's obvious she's rich, but still. HOLY FUCKING SHIT. So these were made just for them?