The ‘Patriotic Saintess’ Astraea, who defended the kingdom from the empire’s invasion 400 years ago, became an immortal witch, set up her house in a hidden forest, and spent her life with as minimal a contact with others. However, one day, she came across an avalanche site, and naturally, saved the young man who was dying. Even though she quickly sent him away after treating him, and told him to never come back, the young man brought back delicious-smelling food as thanks–? This is a story about an awkward witch, once called the Saintess, who hides her whereabouts, and a sincere young man.

My goal is a lazy retirement! A young lady on the outside, but an old lady on the inside. Barbara is chosen to become the fourth concubine of King Dorgan, as he is yet to be blessed with children. However in truth, she has memories of her previous life as a woman in her fifties from Japan. She devotes herself to King Dorgan and Queen Evangeline and goes out of her way to help them in order to secure a comfortable retirement for herself. The plan: Survive in the royal palace, where intrigue is rife! https://www.cmoa.jp/title/338575/