I Will Refuse

I couldn't answer right away.

Those were the Emperor's words.

When the Emperor asks whether something is possible, it usually means you're expected to make it possible.

I had no idea what would happen if I said it was impossible.

I had even less idea what would happen if I said it was possible.

I only had one neck.

But before I could open my mouth, Elysia stepped forward.

“Your Majesty.”

Her voice was quiet, but strangely firm.

She was standing much straighter than usual...