A Man Who Naturally Says No and Finds Everything a Hassle Is Sexy, After All

Chapter 151

The Imperial Palace proper, Third Reception Room for Honored Guests.

It was a space with a long red carpet spread across the marble floor, while golden sun motifs decorating the walls radiated a weighty sense of authority.

However, even in this uncomfortable setting, Viscountess Müller sat on the sofa with an air of ease, showing not the slightest sign of unease.

It was at that moment, as Viscountess Müller let a seductive smile play beneath the brim of her hat and stroked the handle of the teacup before her.

Creak.

The reception room door opened, and a man dressed neatly in a black uniform entered.

Corinth del Farne, the Court Count.

The man who controlled all the information flowing through the Empire's underworld, and the father of Cassian, an investment of hers that had recently been providing her with daily amusement.

Today's meeting with the Court Count was taking place not in the secret room of the Intelligence Department director's office or some private space in the Farne estate, but in a reception room of the Imperial Palace...