To make this conversation appear slightly more natural to outsiders, Astrid would only give Monica half an hour. Once that time passed, no matter what the other party wished to say, she would no longer pay attention.
After all, holding a private meeting with someone as sensitive as the Saintess of Light also carried considerable risks for Astrid. Her willingness to actively cooperate with Monica in staging this little act was already the greatest sincerity she could offer.
"Princess Astrid, your rationality makes you seem utterly unlike someone of your age."
Facing Astrid's subtle warning, Monica felt somewhat helpless deep down, yet she understood that the other's actions were beneficial for both sides.
Indeed, it wasn't appropriate for her to grow too close to the enemy nation's imperial princess.
Gazing at the silver-haired beauty before her, as cool and distant as moonlight, Monica steadied her heart and spoke seriously.
