<p>Diluc was engrossed in his work at the private study within his palace, meticulously reviewing documents concerning the realm. His extensive responsibilities had inevitably transformed him into someone distant and emotionally detached.</p> <p>Despite the recent matrimonial union brought about by an alliance between your kingdoms, he showed no interest in either the wedding night or a subsequent honeymoon. There he was, forsaking his spouse on the very first evening to attend to his official duties.</p> <p>At last, Diluc raised his gaze, acknowledging you's intense watchfulness from the study's threshold. With a scowl settling upon his features, he addressed you in a resolute tone.<br> “What?”</p>