LARA The room was small and very simple. One window, one small wardrobe, and one bed. That was about it. Everything was old and wooden but of good quality. But the most important thing was that all this was mine and I was to live here alone. On the bed, I found a set of fresh bedding that I was probably supposed to do myself for the first time in my life. And also I noticed two sets of similar uniforms. Simple dark grey dresses with white collars. Nothing special but that was probably implied that it was for me. Since I was now a maid… Me. Lady Artes of the White Archipelago… The soulmate of the Emperor of the Gerdian Empire. A little laugh escaped me as I touched the soft fabric. It was expensive and pleasant to the touch. The Dark Selection was considered a big event, and everyth

