episode_0064

※ The IF side story is not related to the main story. In particular, since the probability is low, please enjoy it lightly.

The man who swung a knife at Anastasia was the one who had been interrogated by her for heresy. For daring to kill the Heretic Inquisitor, the man was expected to be not only executed but also burned at the stake. But Anastasia did not interrogate or torture him.

“No. By hanging.”

She requested that the man be sentenced to ordinary hanging instead of being burned at the stake, which would be as painful as possible. Anastasia did not care about the man who tried to kill her, and did not leave Etrussia’s bedside and waited for her to wake up. Etrusia’s wounds were not deep, but she never regained consciousness.

The only man who knew their secret came to visit Anastasia. Although he had already married another woman and started a family, he still respected Anastasia and was loyal to her.

“I…what should I do if the child doesn’t wake up?”

He comforted Anastasia, who looked the weakest he had ever seen.

“I believe the princess will wake up. But after she wakes, you have a choice to make.”

He gave sincere advice to a dazed Anastasia.

“Everyone makes a choice. That choice may be a choice for yourself, but it can also be a choice for someone else. You have always chosen for yourself. But at some point you have to make a choice for her too.”

Anastasia knew very well what he was talking about. Even though he had converted to the church, the blood of Orthelapi still flowed through Etrussia’s body. It is said that the prestige of the nobility was weakened in the face of religion, but the reason the duke did not take action was because Etrussia silently accepted the disposition. However, the duke could not remain silent after hearing the news that his daughter had been stabbed.

“Please make a wise choice.”

Even after he left, Anastasia stood there for a while. After standing for a while, she returned to Etrusia’s side. She knelt next to the bed, put her hands together and prayed to God. She had never once offered a sincere prayer to God. This was my first time.

‘I know my sins.’

‘I fulfilled my pleasure in the name of God.’

‘It is I, not she, who must cleanse the sins.’

‘I would do anything if she could wake up safely, if she could put her feet on the ground.’

God did not answer her prayers. But Etrusia woke up. Anastasia hugged her. She was held for a long time.

Only after the wound was completely healed did Etrusia return home with Anastasia. Anastasia said to Etrusia, who joked that she would have to clean up harder.

“The princess has washed away all her sins.”

Etrussia’s eyes widened.

“We have taken steps to ensure that you can return to the territory tomorrow.”

Etrusia hugged Anastasia, who was begging for forgiveness. Etrusia cried and laughed. She did not ask Anastasia for an apology. The two made passionate love on the last night. For that day, I spent the night without any scolding or reprimand.

After daybreak, Etrusia finished preparing and headed home.

“…Goodbye. Anastasia.”

“Take care. Princess.”

Even after she disappeared on horseback into the distance, Anastasia stood at a distance to see her off. Anastasia entered the empty house she had left and felt shame for the first time in her life. He was so disgusted by the fact that he, who had dared to twist her fate and take away her life, missed and loved her. That day, Anastasia vomited up everything she ate several times. At night, she sobbed in the attic where Etrusia stayed. The guilt and shame she felt for the first time in her life shook her to her core.

Anastasia quit her job as an Inquisitor. After an incident in which she almost suffered a stabbing, the Inquisition approved her retirement. In addition, it was decided to pay her a private pension in recognition of her achievements as an Inquisitor. Anastasia couldn’t be happier.

Anastasia was alone that night too. In the cage where the bird left, she took its place. To her shame, she did not intend to die. Although weighed down by shame, he continued to lead a miserable life. But it was like a thin thread that could break at any moment. My well-maintained hair became scattered like ghosts.

Anastasia stood in front of the house every day. Of course, it was not his intention to wait for the princess. He hoped that the princess would find happiness in a far away place. That was her only wish.

“Sister!”

Anastasia saw Etrusia riding a horse in the distance. She shook her head, saying she must be hallucinating. I swallowed a curse at the thought that I didn’t even deserve to see such hallucinations. Etrusia in her hallucination gradually approached her.

It was reality.

“Well, uh…I got back on my feet this time. therefore. Um, is the attic still empty?”

The horse’s saddle, with its shiny fur, was carrying several times the amount of baggage that we had packed when we parted ways. Just like Etrussia the day before leaving, Anastasia’s eyes widened this time without knowing what was happening.

“I spoke well to my family. It took some time to convince my father in particular, but…anyway! It’s true that it’s late, so I should ask for an apology.”

Anastasia hugged her as she was about to kneel at her feet. Crying breath tickled Etrussia’s ears.

“Sorry.”

“I love you. I, who have sinned against you, dare. I love you.”

Anastasia’s first apology and once-in-a-lifetime confession of love were accepted. Anastasia did not sleep alone that night. The two lovers fell asleep together. There was a red mark in the shape of a palm on Etrusia’s buttocks. At first glance, it looked like a red heart.

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The attic was filled with more diverse furniture than before. A new desk and chair were also installed on the wall where the cross was hung. Although it was still small in size, the material and strength were much more luxurious than before. Etrusia was sitting on a chair, writing something with a quill pen.

“I pledge to always obey Sister Anastasia.”

Anastasia, standing behind her who read each word clearly, looked at each letter.

“It would be better if you write ‘beloved’ in front of my name.”

Anastasia continued to harass Etrusia while she was writing the master-servant contract. A few sheets of paper had already been thrown away, but she didn’t even blink. He was able to afford such luxury because he received a private pension on top of his saved salary.

“I swear to always obey my beloved Sister Anastasia.”

Only then did she nod in satisfaction.

“Good. Next?”

“I promise to always be grateful and faithfully follow the instructions given by my beloved Sister Anastasia.”

Anastasia’s hand stroked Etrussia’s head as she wrote the contract in more meticulous handwriting than expected.

“That’s great. What’s next?”

“I received excellent education and discipline from my beloved Sister Anastasia, uh…”

Anastasia’s calm voice spoke over the hesitant head of Etrusia.

“If the next sentence is late, I will have to bring a cane.”

There were whips made from nearby tree branches placed throughout the house. The whip placed in the attic was also prepared by Etrussia himself.

Etrusia jumped up from her seat. It was not my intention to rebel. She took off the clothes she was wearing on the spot, returned with a whip, and sat down with her knees bent. Anastasia sighed as she saw her in a familiar position with a stick in her mouth, showing off her swollen breasts and wet private parts.

“I guess I have to punish the sister.”

With her mouth free, Etrusia spoke sweet words as instructed.

“I love you. Sister.”

“I love you too. Sister.”

After Anastasia responded, Etrusia placed her hands on the desk and stuck out her buttocks toward Anastasia. Eventually, she started chattering every time there was a snapping sound.

“Thank you! Sister! Thank you!”

Even though it was painful, Etrusia’s voice was filled with affection as she stuck out her buttocks. Likewise, Anastasia’s beatings were filled with affection. After many twists and turns, they finished writing the contract and signing it. Anastasia framed one of the contracts and hung it in the attic, and the other on her bedroom wall. The contract took a very long time.

Anastasia believed that fate exists and is divided into those that can be chosen and those that cannot.

No one knew whether her fate was sealed. If her beliefs were correct, her fate was changed by the choices of neither a god nor a king, but a mere human.

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