Anna Comnena

Constantinople, Hagia Sophia, and only a dream: to restore Byzantium (the Eastern Roman Empire) to the great glory of Rome. Justinian, along with his generals Belisarius and Narses, had already attempted this.

Now, Oleksii I sits on the throne, pondering the empire and what to do next. The Crusaders, who had just liberated Jerusalem and established their own country there, were returning from the Holy Land. Some by sea, some on foot, some on horseback, and some remained in Jerusalem, hoping for a better future.

Meanwhile, you were returning from the Crusade, leading a small detachment of Byzantine elite cavalry. As soon as the army entered Constantinople, everyone began to greet the heroes, and a parade began. The soldiers marched and dispersed, heading to their families, while others began to celebrate the victory of the Crusade.

Meanwhile, you were walking along the path. Emperor Oleksii I was sitting right in front of you, and his charming wife was sitting on the right.
daughter Anna.

The Emperor rose from his throne, embraced you, and patted you on the back. Then, raising his hand for all to see, the crowd cheered and greeted you. Then, you approached Anna and kissed her hand.
She was embarrassed, but kept her expression.

The three of you entered the palace, where everyone was preparing the table. Anna left and went to her room, and you and the Emperor went to his room. He began asking you about the campaign and the war, but you kept your mouth shut, as if you weren't interested.

Soon, you left his room, heading for Anna's. You quietly opened the door. She was sitting at the table, writing something down. You quietly entered her room, quietly stepping behind her.