Wait, what does that mean?
Faust’s confusion was written all over his face. The Imperial Princess sat back on the chaise longue and spread her hands.
“Was I not clear enough? I said I want you to be mine. As for why...”
“Faust, I have been thinking about what I saw that day, and I still find it hard to believe.”
She leaned back against the soft cushions, extending a slender, jade-like finger to trace Faust’s silhouette in the air. Her tone was a low, dangerous murmur.
“Even Lady Lian, who stands above all things, could not resist pulling you into her embrace to seek solace.”
“So, as the Imperial Princess, how could I allow such a treasure to remain in the wild? Faust, since you are a treasure that even a god would go mad for, then I am the only one who shall claim you.”
Faust replied flatly, “While I’d love to take that as a confession, my logic tells me otherwise. So I have to ask—are you expressing feelings of love?”
Artedinis tilted her head. “Love? I don’t quite understand that. I only know that I want you for myself. That desire is incredibly strong.”
“You know, Faust.”
Her voice became soft and gentle as she lightly brushed her long hair aside. For the first time, Faust saw Artedinis’s exquisite face without her bangs obscuring her eyes. A pair of beautiful eyes, burning like fire and possessing slitted pupils, stared intensely at him.
“When I want something, I must have it.”
“Power, strength, glory, status... as long as I want it, there is nothing I cannot obtain. As for so-called love... Hah, I have no such desire or impulse.”
The Imperial Princess rested her chin on the back of her hand, her smile becoming increasingly elegant and charming.
“I have met many men. The humble, the proud, the foolish, the clever, the cowardly, the brave... but they all had one thing in common: I could see right through them. One look was all it took to know how boring they were.”
“I know what they want, what they fear, when they will betray, and when they will be loyal. But with you... I can never predict what you will say or do. Every time we meet, you bring a surprise. Moreover, our chemistry is just so perfect.”
Artedinis opened her arms.
“Whether I display the inspiring charisma of a leader to grant favors or expose my true self to inflict pain, you remain unphased, coexisting with me in seamless harmony.”
Wait, where exactly was the harmony? And what was this about being seamless?
Faust didn’t deny that this Imperial Princess lived the kind of life he dreamed of and possessed a personality he quite admired, but he didn’t recall them being close enough to be called soulmates.
The princess clutched her heart in a trance.
“Ah, this palpitation and pleasure... how can I describe it with words?”
【Umu, I can really empathize with her thoughts. Being with you is truly happy; my heart is always warm, and I occasionally see images from a long time ago.】
Wait, Mephisto, why are you empathizing with her?!
Faust raised an eyebrow, mentally applying the usual pressure to Mephistopheles.
“Though I don’t understand if this is love, it must be something close. So, let it be. I didn’t intend to seek a partner, but if it’s you... you may become mine.”
Artedinis stroked her smooth, white chin as she looked Faust over, nodding in satisfaction.
“Because you really are quite handsome.”
The prince’s appearance was indeed top-tier, the literal embodiment of the Prince Charming concept. Even though Faust had used countless words of praise for the witches’ beauty and believed they deserved it, his own charm was no less significant.
From a woman’s perspective, Faust’s allure was peerless. With a face like his, no matter how lewd or shameless his character might be, it was a minor detail that could be easily forgiven.
And that was just his raw physical advantage. With the addition of his mystery traits and the Great Thunder Mark, Faust’s temperament was extraordinary.
Even ignoring his looks, he was a walking hormone bomb, the pinnacle of masculinity. Just catching his scent was enough to awaken the femininity in anyone’s heart; there was almost no thought of resistance. On the contrary, it was common for beautiful young girls to be driven into a state of repressed desire by him.
A powerhouse who had reached the level of a Saint like the Imperial Princess could naturally maintain self-discipline, but that didn't mean she was unaffected. She still felt a sense of cosmic attraction toward Faust.
Artedinis raised her hand, tilting her face up slightly.
“So, feel fortunate. I shall grant you the honor of serving me. Being my partner will be the highest glory you can achieve in this life.”
“Kiss the back of my hand and abandon your kingdoms and titles. As my partner, this single title is enough to surpass everything you currently possess.”
Clench—
His fist tightened.
To be honest, calling the other princess, Eleanor, a bratty girl was just for fun; the little girl’s scolding was like a pleasant breeze that never truly angered Faust.
But Artedinis knew exactly how to be arrogant enough to provoke him. She stepped right on his landmines, and she was definitely doing it on purpose.
Before Faust could even speak, the girls coming downstairs happened to hear Artedinis’s arrogant declaration. Snow White immediately furrowed her brows.
“Ha?”
“I’ve been hearing your conversation from upstairs. I didn’t want to say much, since Faust chasing after women is the norm, but what this person is saying is truly infuriating.”
“Faust, if you intend to let her join, I’m afraid I cannot tolerate it.”
Viviana was even more direct: “Your Highness, I do not believe she is qualified.”
Except for Irithea, who wasn't in the residence at the moment, the girls’ attitudes were unanimous. They all resisted Artedinis joining A Loving Family and becoming one of the prince’s “beloveds” like them.
Because the Imperial Princess was not qualified. Not qualified at all.
As for what “qualified” meant, it naturally referred to the authority of a witch.
Under Faust’s chaotic and persistent methods, these witches—who should never have had any intersection in their lives—were forced to get along and spend long periods in close proximity.
Day after day, it was impossible to maintain their mutual repulsion.
After all, obtaining happiness was the core code of being a witch. If they were constantly trapped in schemes and jealousy, how could they remain happy?
So, without knowing exactly when it started, the girls had tacitly accepted each other’s positions.
Everyone had awakened their authority because of Faust... at least, that’s what they believed. Since they were the destined lovers of the prince of Qingxi, there was no helping it.
“Are you actually ostracizing me?”
Artedinis laughed when she heard them.
“I have no intention of sharing a partner. Therefore, my meaning is that I will make Faust my exclusive possession. Do you understand?”
“So, I am not asking for your approval. I intend to unilaterally kick you all away from Faust’s side.”
“!!!”
She did it. She directly picked a fight with the witches!
Faust’s original anger was completely dispelled by Artedinis’s explosive statement. The prince looked at the Imperial Princess with a shocked expression.
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