Azphira Tales

A bright giggle echoed through the quiet room. [Roserikta] "Mmm……." She opened her eyes, realizing she must have dozed off briefly. The faint sound of laughter made her sit up instantly. [Roserikta] "Who is there……?" Another giggle filled the air. [Roserikta] "……Oh?" Polani was wide awake. The baby stared straight at her with bright, clear eyes, then burst into laughter once more. She smiled back at her child and climbed out of bed. [Roserikta] "When did you wake up, my sweet

[Clobell] "Wow, this is getting a bit ridiculous." [Roserikta] "Hmm? What is?" Clobellina stopped gently rocking the cradle where Polani slept and murmured. Roserikta sat in the rocking chair placed at the head of the cradle, staring deeply at her child. [Clobell] "I am talking about Polly. How can a baby look this beautiful already? It is almost terrifying." [Roserikta] "Ah, that is likely because she takes after His Highness." [Clobell] "What? He looks like this?" [Roserikt

The danger of a looming argument passed safely. Roserikta likely didn't realize it, but Kalart felt a wave of relief wash over him. He refused to spend their precious time together bickering. [Kalart] "Since you finished making the medicine, is it time to clean up? Shall I help you?" [Roserikta] "Yes, we can clean up now. However, you don't need to help, Your Highness." She moved her hand through the air. Sparkling light drifted along with her gestures, and the messy magical

[Clobell] "It has been a massive amount of time since we last did this. Haven't you spent every single day being completely lazy lately?" The Crown Princess' bedroom transformed into a witch's kitchen for the first time in a long while. Using her magic, Roserikta changed the shapes of ordinary kettles and teacup sets into a witch's hearth. Her body felt slightly exhausted, but the sudden rush of excitement made her completely forget her fatigue. [Roserikta] "Hey, don't call i

[Arad] "The advice was to hone the specific strengths that you love about me." His deep gaze seemed to caress her cheek. Elona raised her hand without thinking and touched her face. [Elona] "That sounds perfectly correct." He nodded firmly, thinking that Clobellina was indeed much smarter than any human. [Arad] "I remember you mentioning before that you love how well I kiss." [Elona] "That…… is true." She swallowed hard for the second time as her lover's face drew incredibly

[Elona] "Lady Roserikta!" Elona returned from her outing. Once again, both her hands overflowed with baby supplies. One full room in the palace already contained nothing but items for the unborn child, but Elona always bought more, acting as if that room were completely empty. [Elona] "They told me this is cutlery for a baby. Just look at this adorable rabbit pattern. Isn't it absolutely cute?" The silver fork and knife, crafted uniquely to fit a baby's tiny hand, were undeni

In any case, the situation improved significantly after that day. Even when Roserikta burst into loud tears upon seeing cookie crumbs gather on top of her round belly, the maids no longer made an unnecessary fuss. They didn't even run to fetch Kalart. That part brought a sense of relief. [Elona] "Should I brush those off for you, Lady Roserikta?" Elona asked gently. Roserikta sniffled and nodded. [Roserikta] "……Yes, please." [Elona] "Stay right as you are for a moment." She g

The seasons changed. Even on the wedding day itself, the heavy dress had made Roserikta suffer silently from the intense heat. Her face had flushed bright red as she breathed in short, heavy gasps. Fortunately, Kalart had noticed her distress and pressured the priest to hurry, preventing the disaster of her collapsing right in the middle of their marriage vows. [Roserikta] "Ugh, that day was exhausting." She lifted the feather fan resting on her belly and began to wave it laz

[Aldwin] "Sob, sob……." [Elona] "Waaaaah!" Cries filled the bedroom. Overwhelmed by the display, Roserikta couldn't find any words and simply rolled her eyes. [Elona] "How…… how could you do that! How could you leave without saying a single word to me……! Waaaaah!" [Aldwin] "She is absolutely right. Why did you do such a thing, Your Grace?" Once her nausea settled, intense hunger took its place. Clobellina had persistently demanded that Kalart fetch food immediately. Upon learn

[Roserikta] "……Ugh, this is killing me." Ever since that moment, she couldn't swallow any food. At most, she managed to take a single bite of an apple here and there. Even then, it felt like swallowing a poisoned apple. [Roserikta] "Clobell. I am so hungry." [Clobell] "Oh dear, what should we do? Shall I boil some porridge for you?" Her words alone were remarkably sweet. The once lazy, gluttonous cat had transformed into a deeply considerate and mature companion. Wow, I never

She continued speaking in a calm, steady voice. [Roserikta] "I've only just become a true witch. That is why…… I really want to master my craft. I was born a witch, so I want to live as one. Right by your side." Kalart understood perfectly what becoming a true witch meant to her. Roserikta had grown up as a half-witch, missing so many things in her life. Becoming a proper witch was a complete goal, a way to fill that emptiness with her own strength. She had spent her entire l

[Roserikta] "Don't tie my wrists tonight, Your Highness." Kalart had returned to the bedroom much later than usual. He had been handling the matter regarding Princess Aika before it could spiral into a diplomatic problem, though he chose not to say this aloud. [Kalart] "……." He froze, staring at Roserikta just as he prepared to tie her hands. [Roserikta] "I want to use both of my hands freely tonight." [Kalart] "Does that mean……." He remained silent for a long moment before h

Wow....... Roserikta admired the woman silently, over and over. How could anyone look like that? Princess Aika of the Grand Duchy of Iveton looked exactly like a female version of Kalart. The combination of brilliant platinum blonde hair and clear, bright blue eyes was dazzling. Even if someone claimed she was a witch, she would fit in perfectly. Her calm, cream-colored dress lacked any flashy decorations, yet it combined with her picture-perfect looks to reveal a bright, ele

[Elona] "Eeeek......!" She was incredibly excited. She had gone out earlier that day on an errand, and she reported that a massive rumor had gripped the capital. [Elona] "Don't even get me started. Everyone is talking about it. This is definitely because Sir Hailey has been gossiping everywhere. I am absolutely sure of it." The rumor concerned a blue diamond of monstrous size, set to arrive at Hailey's Jewelry Shop very soon. The client who ordered the gem was none other than

[Mazi] “It must be here.” Mazi's magic finally led them to the library. While the capital possessed a massive Imperial Library, the library within the palace was smaller and exceptionally beautiful. The ceiling painting stood out most of all. Over thirty court painters had worked across three generations, starting from the reign of Raquelman II, to finish it. It was a masterpiece, but few people noticed it daily. Most avoided looking up for too long, as the height strained th

[Mazi] “It must be here.” Mazi's magic finally led them to the library. While the capital possessed a massive Imperial Library, the library within the palace was smaller and exceptionally beautiful. The ceiling painting stood out most of all. Over thirty court painters had worked across three generations, starting from the reign of Raquelman II, to finish it. It was a masterpiece, but few people noticed it daily. Most avoided looking up for too long, as the height strained th