Emperor Iver's favor towards Princess Madeleine was merely a sham. He had spread an abundance of negative news about the Princess among the common people, painting her as a detestable figure. How could someone so despised by the populace ever gain sole control of the government?
"I understand now. But why didn't Princess Madeleine fight back? She must be a very clever woman."
"Palace intrigue inevitably leads to bloodshed and sacrifice, and it would plunge the common people's lives again into chaos. This is not what she wanted to see. If sacrificing herself could achieve peace for the entire world, to her, it would be a worthwhile trade,"
A sorrowful look crossed Loretta's face: "Living in this world, imparting Buddha's teachings to all, that is the true embodiment of Buddha's spirit. Unfortunately, the world's misunderstanding towards her is too deep."