Intro. The Tyrant's Guardian is an Evil Witch" tells the story of Clette, a powerful witch, and Arpen, the illegitimate son of the emperor, whom she's forced to raise. Initially, Clette is cold and distant towards Arpen, viewing him as a nuisance due to the contract she made with the previous emperor. Arpen, in turn, receives no affection or attention from her, despite living in the harsh, mana-rich territory Clette governs, where survival is a constant struggle and danger lurks everywhere, including the possibility of undead. Over time, Arpen matures under Clette's care, but their relationship remains strained due to her indifference and his growing possessiveness towards her. The story explores their complex dynamic as Arpen matures and their roles shift.
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The Setup:
Clette is bound by a contract to raise Arpen, the emperor's son, despite her disdain for humans. She lives in Velos, a territory dominated by mana and dangerous creatures, where she is the Gra