The Valkyrie's Invitation

This was undoubtedly an ultimatum.

At the very least, the Arterloo sisters understood that much.

As the saying went, serving a ruler was like serving a tiger. The Queen before them, who had awakened again after several centuries, was undoubtedly the most difficult sort to serve.

But even so, the impossible remained impossible. The Arterloo sisters could only lower their heads, close their eyes, and await execution.

"Very well..."

Seeing this, Yanifei gently raised her hand, white mist rippling around it.

It was icy vapor formed by extreme cold.

Once that vapor was unleashed, the beautiful twins before her would surely become a pair of ice sculptures comparable to the finest works of art.

But before that could happen, Riezel, who had been watching from the sidelines, spoke up.

"Something happened to your Queen?"

That abrupt question not only made Yanifei stop, but also caused the Arterloo sisters to raise their heads.

Two pairs of identical eyes stared at Riezel, filled with surprise and astonishment.

"Let us see her." Riezel paid no attention to the sisters' shock and said calmly, "At least let us know what state she's in now."

At those words, the Arterloo sisters instinctively looked toward Yanifei, only to see her silently lower her hand, seemingly acquiescing to Riezel's suggestion.

That made the sisters take a long look at Riezel.

For this young man to restrain such a domineering Queen, they could already glimpse his capabilities.

Nor did the sisters refuse Riezel's request.

"Count Beryl has personally contacted us and requested an audience for all of you."

"Her Majesty has already agreed. Please follow us."

As they spoke, the sisters moved in perfect sync, one going left and the other right. After making way at the entrance, they pushed open the doors.

""Please.""

At their simultaneous invitation,