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Your Betraying Love

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“One day you're going to remember me and how much I loved you… then you will hate yourself for letting me go.“ ...

Is it a crime to fall in love?

Rosella had never thought that she would be trapped in a web of politics, lies, deception and misunderstandings.

What she wanted was love but received only pain and betrayal.

It is the story of a broken Empress, of her struggles inside a place full of ruthless schemes.

"How could you give me to any other man, I waited for you so long ! Did you ever love me or not?" asked Rosella

"You know darling! everything is fair in love and war!" Nicholas smirked.

"I wish that we would have never met in this lifetime and I pray, that we will not meet each other in the next one" screamed Rosella...

Even if I fall in love with someone new, it could never be the way I loved you...

WARNING: English is not my first language, so there may be some mistakes. But I will try my best to improve!

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THE ATTACK
THE HELIAN IMPERIAL PALACE It was a stormy day. Streaks of lightning could be seen and thunder could be heard at frequent intervals. Those bright flashes of lightning seemed ominous. There was a feeling of bloodthirst lingering in the air. A huge number of soldiers were surrounding the majestic Imperial Palace. The palace looked no less than a battle ground with a murderous aura everywhere. Blood was smeared on the walls and the corridors of the majestic palace. Slashed corpses were littered outside and inside the palace. The storm outside continued to grow stronger but the storm inside the Imperial Palace had already passed and the only thing left was the bitter aftermath... The Imperial Capital City was thrown into chaos within a single day. The army of the Second Prince, Prince Nicholas, had taken control over the whole palace. The royal family and the ministers were trapped inside the audience hall, including the Emperor, the Empress, and one of the Emperor's most precious concubines. This most beloved concubine was wrapped in the Emperor's embrace. What a lovely sight it was! The frail beauty in the arms of a sturdy and handsome Emperor. It would have been a picturesque scene and the people present there would have been awestruck only if the expressions on their faces were not that of anxiousness. Whereas Empress Rosella was standing to the side, calmly watching the whole scene unfolding. She has faced numerous unfortunate situations of a wide variety, be it a death threat or a catfight with concubines. She has faced them all. This coup by the second Prince was merely a new experience in her eyes. She was completely expressionless with no trace of emotion on her face. Anger, panic or anxiousness? What are those? She has long lost the ability to feel these. It was a well-planned coup to overthrow the current Emperor and bring forth a new emperor, but why would the Empress show any reaction to this situation? After all, the Emperor and the Empress were husband and wife just by namesake. What else can be the result of forced marriage? The affection of the Emperor solely belonged to his beloved concubine, Lady Merlia, and no one else. He might have shown favor to other concubines as well, but Imperial Consort Merlia was his one and only true love. But Empress Rosella? She neither received his favors nor his love. She was at most a comrade in the emperor's eyes. The Empress and her maternal family were not favored by the current emperor, Emperor Austin. Her family had served the Helian Empire back when it was founded by Emperor Austin's ancestors, but the current Emperor Austin had incessantly made things difficult for her family. There was always a tension between her family and the Emperor, no matter how much she tried to smooth things down. So an unfavored Empress? No... Rosella cannot be called unfavoured. No matter what happens, her title will always remain hers. It would be difficult and near to impossible to find a talented lady like Rosella to hand over the Empress' title. Back to the situation inside the Audience Hall, the Empress's eyes were slightly mocking. Maybe it was the Emperor's karma for treating the Empress unjustly? Maybe the Gods listened to her pleas? Or maybe it could result in her death...The devotion, care, and love of the Empress, that she put into taking care of her empire were never appreciated by the Emperor, even after so many years of their marriage. Even a few words of appreciation and respect would have been enough for her to keep her going forward. But now, she does not have the will to continue anymore. She didn't know when everything slipped out of her hands and she became a dummy empress who worked tirelessly for the country, without receiving any respect from the Emperor. Even if a person is good, there is no guarantee that they will lead a peaceful life inside the Imperial Palace. Terrifying schemes were scattered all around that could result in deaths. The Empress had been facing these things for so many years. Were there six or seven years? Rosella does not even want to remember it. Originally, she was a charming and righteous young woman, full of liveliness and wit. She could not stand any injustice around her. But that didn't mean she used to put her life in danger. She used to cherish her life very much, but not anymore. She now wanted peace and only peace... --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Imperial Consort Merlia was a seductive beauty. With a little slanted eyes, a mole near her eyes, glossy black hair and pale skin, she had the ability to sway a man's heart. And the coquettish manner in which she acted further solidified her capability of enchanting men. But she should not be confused with a slutty person. Even after acting coquettish, she did not wear revealing clothes or gave subtle hints to other men. Her nature was simply coquettish, nothing more or nothing less. If concubine Merlia was considered as a seductive beauty, then Empress Rosella was known as the most dignified and elegant woman. In terms of beauty, Rosella could never surpass Merlia, but in elegance and charm, Rosella was undefeated. The noblemen in the Imperial Capital resented the emperor as Emperor Austin got both the top beauties. Being an Empress of a vast nation was not a piece of cake. Only Rosella knew how many sleepless nights were spent in her palace worrying about her country, making policies, reviewing the existing ones together with the Emperor and, along with all this, managing the emperor's harem. After tasting cruel outcomes and painful events from time to time, her spirit has been broken. She could not even bring justice to herself. How could she even think of helping others? And in this situation, she was completely helpless. Her fate lies only in the hands of Prince Nicholas, who will dispose of the current Emperor Austin and will most probably become the next emperor if things do not go wrong. Imperial Consort Merlia had also given birth to a son. Her son is the first child of Emperor Austin and is treated like a pearl. Since Empress Rosella did not have any children, Emperor Austin was thinking of making Merlia's son the Crown Prince. Rosella tried not to resent the child, but she could not help it. Was she destined to live without love from anyone? With no children and a cold-hearted husband? What has she done wrong? Sometimes, she felt so lonely, that the life of a commoner seemed better than hers. At least, she could have had a beautiful family and kids who loved her. After seeing the happy family of three- Austin, Merli and their son Jaden, she wanted to leave everything behind and start a new journey. But she could never let Merlia take over her Empress title. She would never give her or any of her enemies, that satisfaction. From time to time, Empress Rosella was forced to make decisions that could change her life. And once again, she was standing at a crossroad. Prince Nicholas was given the title of the Prince of first rank, which is given to the emperor's brothers. And Nicholas was the Emperor's younger stepbrother. But at this moment, this prince of first rank was ready to take down the current Emperor and take back what was rightfully his from the very beginning. He had already entered the audience hall. Both the Emperor and his concubine, Merlia's face, were worth seeing. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A twenty-year-old Rosella was sitting in a private room waiting for the crown prince in the royal garden built for the guests. It had been one hour already but there was no sign of Crown Prince Austin. Just then, Jiuli, Rosella's loyal maid came and informed, "Miss, the shadow guard informed me that the Crown Prince has been fooling around with Lady Merlia in his palace. We must do something. They can not ignore my lady like that, other ladies will definitely spread rumors, once this situation leaks out!" But Rosella did not respond. What could she expect from a man who was already head over heels for some other woman? It was not Austin's or Merlia's fault. She did not ask for his love, all she wanted was a little respect. Maybe she was fated to remain unhappy in this lifetime. It was the beginning of the disaster that everyone called the marriage of Crown Prince Austin and Lady Rosella. Jiuli could only curse both Crown Prince Austin and that fox, Merlia, in her head for doing this to her lady. This was the third time this month that the Crown Prince delayed their meeting because of Merlia. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Empress Rosella did not know why she remembered that certain meeting in such a disastrous situation. She should focus on the things happening in front of her eyes now. But she was sure of one thing, her heart already knew that at the time, when Austin was only a Crown Prince, that she could not become the perfect woman for him. In his eyes, only his Merlia was the one, even though Merlia was not capable enough to lead the empire along with him. Men sure had it easy, they could marry multiple women as Austin did. Merlia was his love and he enjoyed his family life with her, whereas Rosella was like his comrade who helped him with running the empire smoothly. Prince Nicholas ordered his guards to separate Merlia and Emperor Austin. Merlia was lying in Austin's arms. The guards tied Austin to the pillar while Merlia was dragged in front of Prince Nicholas. They pushed her down at the feet of Nicholas. Imperial Consort Merlia could be considered a beauty who could bring the downfall of an empire. Even in this moment of life and death, her pale complexion, blood red lips, long glossy black hair, and perfect features oozed out a seductive charm that could bring any man to his knees. Tears were falling down her beautiful eyes, making herself look frail. Prince Nicholas did not know why he felt a sudden rage, but he calmed himself down and said in a loud voice that could be heard by every person present in the audience hall. "So, Imperial Consort Merlia, I will give you two options. Choose wisely. Either you die a painful death together with your beloved Emperor or become a royal concubine in my harem." The reactions of people present in the hall changed drastically. Only Nicholas and his soldiers were indifferent, while different emotions passed on the faces of others. Emperor Austin was fuming with rage. But for Rosella, it was the first time that any emotion was displayed on her face...of disgust and disbelief. However, it was only for a mere seconds as she once again wore a mask of indifference. All men are the same...

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