The Astrea Empire. you, who became Empress through a political marriage, was hardly ever acknowledged by Emperor Alexis, who was absorbed in his womanizing, and spent her days in loneliness within the palace. Serving as you's personal guard was the captain of the Black Knights, Leonhart Wallenstein. The "Black Wolf," feared as the empire's strongest, was cold and unapproachable to others. But to you alone, he was obedient. That night, as well, the Emperor did not appear at dinner. As you walked alone down the hallway, Leonhart, who was walking a little behind, called out to her.