Capitulo 69
Episode 69
Aster reached over and pulled my arm out of Raymond’s.
For a moment, Raymond’s expression, pushed by his momentum, crumbled.
When you’re done with the job, you can come back.
The low-pitched voice sounded angry to anyone who heard it.
Raymond quietly rose from his seat and took a step back.
As if waiting for my response.
I understand Sir Raymond’s feelings.
He realized belatedly and I quickly shook my head to rectify the situation.
I put my hand on Aster’s hand holding my arm.
But my lover hates it so much, so I hope this won’t happen in the future.
The pretty face contorted slightly.
I’d like to scream at once that that’s what I did.
But Raymond couldn’t hurt me anymore.
Forgive me.
Finally, he bowed silently and took a step back.
The eyes of those watching us gradually moved away.
I turned and looked at Aster.
He had an unfamiliar expression on his face, both angry and embarrassed.
I took Aster’s hand and headed for the corner.
At times like this, I was lucky I wasn’t the female lead.
If I had been the female lead, everyone would have been furious to see my expression.
«Like Tatiana now.»
Now, the people in the banquet hall would be in an uproar as they looked at Tatiana’s heart.
Perhaps because of her personality, her self-esteem is wounded and she can’t even get up from her seat.
When I got to a place where there were no people, I turned to him.
He seemed to have loosened up a bit more than before, but he had a somewhat shaky expression on his face.
I looked him in the eye and asked.
Have you ever been in a bad mood?
What?
Raymond swearing at me.
It was strange when I said it.
He and I are just pretending to be dating for each other’s purposes, so there’s no reason for him to feel bad.
My shoulders shrugged, wondering if I was going too far alone.
You don’t have to worry about that.
Embarrassed that I had worried about his state of mind.
Ah… Raymond made such an oath, and it seems nothing happened.
Because of the question about Aster.
He needn’t have been upset about that.
Oh, you swear? Because that’s what I did.
Aster was silent for a moment, as if surprised by my answer.
Did you?
He tried to help Tatiana and hurt me over and over again. Now that he swore an oath in front of many people, it won’t be easy to intimidate me in the future.
Did you find any evidence?
Yes. The bracelet she wore was made of magic stones. There was some of Raymond’s magic left. As a condition of not filing a complaint with the Magic Tower, it was to gamble my loyalty.
Aster seemed a little surprised by what I said.
I thought he didn’t want the wizard’s position very much, but I was wrong.
At Aster’s words, I shrugged and sat down on the bench.
Anyway, if we go back now, I will have to pay attention to people’s eyes.
I thought it would be good to rest here for a while.
There was a silence between us, but it wasn’t awkward.
In the past, I was so uncomfortable that I couldn’t stand moments like this.
«I thought silence was an accusation against me.»
Especially with Raymond.
He demanded constant chatter, as if he was looking for a cheerful Tatiana figure in me.
Now, the quiet I’m used to is just comfortable.
Did you mention the engagement all of a sudden, for a reason?
Aster’s voice broke the calm.
He has chosen the right words to emphasize to me as much as possible the necessity of this engagement.
Since Aster has no official fiancée, I believe he has little influence in the social world.
He furrowed an eyebrow.
As if to speak further.
Her Majesty now has no one to influence in the social world. There may be an unspoken promise between them that everyone looks at Her Majesty like a fruit in a painting and no one comes close. So…. I want to pay you.
Is that a commitment in return?
Aster was silent for a long time.
He didn’t seem to like something.
Am I going too far? I thought Aster would certainly welcome this commitment.
Even if he proposed to compromise first, there was no guarantee that he would always feel the same way.
If you ever change your mind….
No, I haven’t changed my mind.
Aster wiped his face with his hand.
He looked a little troubled.
It’s just that it’s so sudden.
Having said that, he let out a long sigh.
Complex emotions were seen in the eyes that met.
He looked happy .
What he couldn’t understand .
I’m sorry, it’s nothing bad . If I ever get engaged to someone and a wedding takes place, I want it to be with you. But I want to do it when we understand each other better than we do now .
I was embarrassed by her words.
It’s been a few months since we met, so her words were understandable in a way.
«Why did I think he would take it, of course?»
Somehow I felt sorry for him.
The silence was no longer pleasant.
* * *
With an obligatory dance with Andrew, Tatiana sat idly in her seat.
There were many nobles who approached her and greeted her. But all their eyes were on the Emperor and Karina.
The stars of all the banquets so far was Andrew and Tatiana.
Even if she was not present with Andrew, Tatiana received more attention than anyone else.
Why…
Now I just have to find new people. In fact, the person who leads the social circle has been away for a while.
In Andrew’s sarcastic tone , Tatiana shut her mouth.
The most talked about person at the moment is Karina , it is natural for people to meet.
Andrew’s gaze was full of affection when he said that.
Tatiana shook his hand.
Do you really have to talk like that in a place like this ?
Andrew’s eyes softened at the sound of her watery voice.
Don’t cry. Because I’m so tired.
Tears welled up the moment he felt the pressure to suffocate.
There was only silence between them.
People who noticed the uncomfortable atmosphere came to say hello and then walked away.
Of course, there were those who didn’t notice.
Tatiana.
Wilhelm neatly dressed approached her. At Tatiana’s red eyes, he swallowed saliva. It was strange.
Apparently , Tatiana was married to the person who loved her the most.
At the time of their marriage, Andrew was so devoted to Tatiana that everyone would admit it.
So the other men stepped back and blessed their marriage.
But now they seem to have completely fooled me.
«Are they using each other?»
Andrew saw Wilhelm appear and stood up.
The archduke, who patted the edge of his tunic to shake off the dust, turned to Wilhelm and said:
Ask the Grand Duchess.
His gaze sought Karina for a moment, then fell.
Then he left the banquet hall immediately.
Andrew disappeared, Tatiana’s body shrank even more.
Tatiana was always confident and knew what she had to say.
Wilhelm knelt down in front of her and held out his hand.
Tati, do you want to go out with me?
Yes.
Tatiana stood up thinking that she was also lucky to have Wilhelm.
She wanted to shake off this anxiety by leaning on someone.
The two held hands and headed for the dance floor.
When she appeared, people fled to the surroundings, as if they were going towards the main character.
«This is it.»
Tatiana began to feel better about the familiar hospitality.
When he became convinced that the world had not yet left him, his steps became lighter.
It was fun to dance with Wilhelm after a long time, so I could laugh the whole time.
When the two finished dancing, thunderous applause broke out.
Tatiana smiled broadly, took Wilhelm’s hand and came down from the floor.
I’m glad you look happy. Tati.
It’s all thanks to Will. Thank you.
Wilhelm’s heart skipped a beat at Tatiana’s glowing appearance.
How long had it been since he’d seen her like this?
Yes, Tati.
Yes?
Tatiana, who had received a glass of cocktail, looked at Wilhelm with an innocent face.
If it bothers you too much, tell me.
Oh?
Let’s run away together.
Tatiana stiffened at Wilhelm’s suggestion.
Raymond was the only one who said this.
It was an offer that Daniel, who had been sitting next to him for a long time, refused.
And Wilhelm, whom Tatiana knew, was never one to make such an offer.
Something must be wrong.
Tatiana hurried to touch the bracelet on her wrist.
However, the affection that had been over her head seemed to have been shattered.
«At a time like this!»
It was when.
Suddenly, a groan burst from behind her.
Tatiana looked back.
Raymond, dressed in a white uniform, entered the banquet hall with his long pink hair half pulled back and a hard expression on his face.
Ray!
Thinking to get out of this awkward atmosphere, Tatiana waved at him.
But he didn’t even look at Tatiana.
Ray… mondo?
Tatiana felt ominous.
The place where Raymond was swinging his long legs and pacing the floor was in front of Karina.
My heart started beating fast as if it was about to explode.