For people not getting why she is evil. She never was, but because she had class she seemed cold to others and they compared to her dimwitted sister. That along with her having destruction magic, the citizens and young nobles just could take that she was more dignified than them.
I don't know what alcohol she drank but I'm gonna guess it's probably yellow wine (googled alcohol ancient china) which has around 120 kcal pr 100 ml, compared to cola that's only 44 kcal pr 100 ml it's quite a lot. I'm guessing she pretty much went on a binge of over indulging herself and...
Cale I swear to all that's unholy, if you don't stop being such a moment killer, I'm gonna tie you down and feed you to the single maids in the mansion.
Really liked this one, leaving the romance open ended and just focusing on rebuilding a strong country is refreshing. Oh and that POV is from the second prince is also great.
@KathyClysm I think it's because they commit a crime by refusing to pay alimony. That in itself probably wouldn't be...