They Hated Me in My First Life, But Now I Have the Love System

Chapter 368: Enemies Meet on a Narrow Path

“Welcome to Lionara, Your Majesty,” she said warmly.

As she looked around, she realized she was the highest ranking member of the royal family present at the moment.

Her siblings were likely occupied with preparations for the coronation. That made her, for now, the face of Lionara’s royal household. The weight of that moment settled quietly on her shoulders, but she bore it with poise.

King Seungho studied her briefly before nodding in acknowledgment.

“Second Princess Nnenna,” he said in his deep, regal voice, “I trust you’ve been well.”

He was gracious, measured in both tone and presence. His words were polite, but not overly warm. Still, that was expected. After all, the alliances were still forming, and everything at this stage was careful diplomacy.

Once, Nnenna might have gone unnoticed in such circles. But now?

With her eldest brother about to ascend the throne, and with the visible support he had shown her during the grand ball, no one dared to treat her lightly, not even the kings from distant lands.

She could feel the difference already.

The deference. The attention. The subtle shifts in posture when she spoke.

It was surreal… and just beginning.

“Thank you for your concern, Your Grace. I am well,” Nnenna replied with grace. “We are honored that you were able to attend, especially on such short notice.”

of the moment, she turned to greet the rest of the Dixan royal

First Prince Ji ho, First

but respectful. Even Minjun, who had been openly watching

came the part she had

turned slowly toward the next group of dignitaries, her gaze landing on a tall, imposing figure dressed in deep blue and silver, King Vladimir of Haran. The air around him felt

off before the

and his ego deeply cut. Despite all his resources, finding a new match for his children

forgotten, or forgiven. His expression when he looked at her

kept her

King Vladimir, to Your Grace the Queen,

smile, but King Vladimir barely inclined his head, his eyes sharp and distant. It was the kind of non response that could

there was Prince

jaw betraying his restrained emotions. Though relieved that he no longer had to marry the

to end things. He should have been the one

had been the one to walk away, publicly, was something his pride refused

about the cold greeting her father gave Nnenna. In truth, she was relieved that the

father hadn’t found her a new match yet, not that she minded. Deep down, Anya still held a flicker of hope for Arthur. She didn’t know

feel resentment. Unlike most noblewomen who would lash out at a rival, Nnenna had never done anything

thought. Kindness between love rivals? Practically unheard of in

wrapped up, Nnenna stepped forward again, this time addressing the entire group with polite

please follow me,” she said, her voice clear but graceful. “We’ve already made arrangements for your arrival. In thirty minutes, brunch will be

it, she knew the protocol and had taken it upon herself to personally