A week has passed since Ariana returned to the past in her 12-year-old self, and for now, she has only dedicated herself to enjoying her luxurious life as a princess like never before, without worrying too much about the future, as she is sure that by making small changes, things will change.
And one of those changes is to increase her value as a princess, being recognized as a genius.
This idea was born because Ariana's classes would resume today: etiquette, history, mathematics, dance, embroidery, politics, etc... And since she already has all that knowledge, she is not willing to study them again; that would be stupid. So, she has summoned all her personal teachers to carry out her plan to be recognized as a genius.
To kill two birds with one stone, freeing herself from studying and gaining a favorable position that can help her in the future.
If she gets more involved with the duties of the imperial family, she may get a position in the court or a title that exempts her from the obligation to marry, although she doubts that will happen in this macho society in which she was born. But if she gains some power, she won't have to worry about having a bad life since power is everything here; whoever has power has a good life guaranteed, and if she is ultimately forced to marry Archduke Morgan again, she will not allow herself to be trampled by anyone and will take her place using her own power without depending on anyone.
In the main hall of the princess's palace, all her teachers are gathered, waiting for Ariana while wondering what is happening.
The doors open, giving way to Ariana followed by Mari, and they position themselves in front of the teachers.
"Greetings to the imperial princess," they all say in unison while bowing, perfectly following the etiquette towards a member of the imperial family.
The teachers stand up and look at Ariana, waiting for her explanation for gathering them all, although as with Mari, none of them are able to look her in the eyes. That expressionless gaze and that intimidating aura she exudes is terrifying; it's as if they were facing the Emperor himself, who is known for being a cold and cruel man with everyone except his "family," where Ariana clearly does not fit in, despite being one.
"I'll get straight to the point, I'm not going to take your classes anymore," Ariana blurts out, leaving everyone surprised.
The history teacher, Count Marco, is the one who steps forward and speaks, expressing his disagreement.
"Excuse me, Princess, but that decision is not something that concerns you. Her Majesty the Empress has hired us specifically to educate you as the member of the imperial family that you are, so you simply cannot decide that you will no longer take our classes. Our duty is to educate you and not ask for your opinion, Princess," says he, clearly disguising his discontent for the sudden arrogance that Ariana demonstrates in front of them when she has always remained silent, receiving their knowledge.
Ariana notices this and looks directly into the man's eyes coldly, making him shudder, suddenly feeling in front of a dangerous predator.
"I understand your point, Count Marco," Ariana speaks in a cold and cutting voice, "but I am not deciding this just to do it as if I were an ignorant child; of course, I have an argument that supports the fact that I no longer consider your teachings useful," she says, looking at all of them.
"And may I know what your argument is, Princess?" asks the Count.
"Of course, Count," Ariana replies with a sly smile, then suddenly erasing it and looking coldly at all her teachers. "My argument is based on the fact that I already possess all the knowledge that you can teach me, and I can even assure you that I am at a higher level of knowledge than you yourselves, Count, and that is thanks to the fact that I am a genius of knowledge," Ariana affirms arrogantly, leaving all the teachers dumbfounded.
"Please, Princess, stop joking, or I will be forced to file a complaint with Her Majesty the Empress for your bad behavior and mockery towards us," says Count Marco, looking at Ariana with disgust. He can't believe that this stupid girl whom not even her parents want is so arrogant.
"Do you think I'm joking, Count?" Ariana asks, looking at the Count coldly, causing him to shudder once more at her gaze, feeling a terrifying chill.
"I don't expect you to believe me just like that, I'm not that ignorant," Ariana continues, "therefore, I propose that you give me a test that confirms it. At this very moment, you prepare the final exam of each of your areas, and I will answer each exam in less than five minutes," Ariana proposes, "and if that doesn't seem enough, you can do an oral exam that reaffirms it once I finish the written exams."
The teachers look at each other surprised, and it is the Count who seems most disgusted. He really can't believe the arrogance that this brat has developed. It seems that he will have to give her a lesson.
"Very well," says the Count, raising his gaze full of anger. "We will do that, Princess, but if all this turns out to be an immature joke on your part, you will have to be responsible for your actions."
"Of course, Count, I have already made my proposal, it's your turn," says Ariana.
"If you do not answer each written exam in five minutes, you will have to give each of us a monetary compensation, and you will also have to face Her Majesty the Empress once we file a complaint, and you will not have the right to complain to us when you are punished or when it is your turn to pay our compensation," declares the Count, looking at the princess mockingly.
Giggles can also be heard from the other teachers.
"Alright, I accept your conditions. In return, if I win, you yourselves will be in charge of presenting me to Their Majesties as a genius of knowledge who does not need any of your teachings, and you will also have to apologize to me on your knees for your disrespect towards a member of the imperial family," says Aria, looking at them seriously.
But the Count, confident that this is just a game of an immature girl, scoffs mockingly.
"Alright, Princess, if you pass the test, I swear in the name of His Majesty the Emperor that I will apologize on my knees and kiss your feet in front of everyone in the imperial council," he says mockingly, looking at Ariana confidently.
And Ariana, far from getting angry, smiles slyly, seeing how the Count completely fell into her provocation, and now she will not only be the ladder that will lead her to recognition as a genius before the empire but will also serve as an example for anyone who dares to underestimate her.
She has brought with her a recording device where the Count's words were recorded.
She is clear about one thing, and that is that in this life she will not allow herself to be trampled by anyone, no matter who they are; whoever dares to underestimate her will suffer the consequences, no matter what.
After all, there is nothing more dangerous than someone who has nothing to lose, and that is the case of Ariana. If no one cares about her, she doesn't care about anyone either. She will not hesitate to step over whoever it takes to fulfill her goals, whether by using them or trampling them, as will be the case with the Count.
"Alright, Mari, prepare everything so that the teachers can start preparing their exams," Ariana orders Mari.
"As you command, Princess," Mari replies, bowing and then leaving the room.
"Alright, you have one hour to prepare your exams," Ariana informs, looking at the teachers with her expressionless face, and proceeds to leave the room as well, leaving the teachers who begin to talk among themselves and mock the princess, saying that they will make her swallow her arrogance, but what they did not imagine was that they would be the ones to do it.
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