Fuschia knew the reason why Hayden hesitated to accept Sarah's invitation. That's because if he accepted Sarah's invitation with open arms, it would be contrary to the image he had built all this time – which was supposedly head over heels for his wife. In fact, in a debutante ball event like this, nothing forbids women and men from pairing up for the sake of dancing even though they are already had a spouse.
Ballroom dances were fully enjoyed even by married people. Moreover, no ethics is forbidding to invite a Crown Prince or Crown Princess. Fuschia believes that there are plenty of ladies who want to dance with the Crown Prince even if it's only half a song on her debut day. But most of them are afraid to invite the Crown Prince because of his 'only seeing' Fuschia image.
Of course, everything happened until the female protagonist appeared and wanted to claim what was hers.
Fuschia glance at Hayden which then let out a sigh. "I'm sorry, but-"
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Indeed, the royal palace was well decorated, even though it was outdoors. Fine fabrics and ribbons are decorated to further enhance the beauty of the flowers and garden. The colorful lights on the wall of a tall bush secretly surround the garden so that you can't peek inside.As many people had already arrived, the servants were busy wandering between round tables prepared for each family.“His Highness Crown Prince and Crown Princess are entering!”Upon my and Hayden's arrival at the podium located in the middle of the vast garden, everyone rose from their seats and saluted.“This year's hunting festival is different from previous years. This year, I am going to host this hunt in accordance with His Majesty's mandate." Hayden's voice echoed in the distance.I stood beside Hayden who was giving his speech. Then Hayden turned to me softly to ask me to sit down instead. Since I didn't intend to stand all the time, I gladly accepted
Its appearance is like a thunderstorm in the daytime at the peak of summer, and a nightmare at the beginning of the evening. A loud, deafening roar shook my heart. It wouldn't be surprising if someone said that it was the growling sound of a monster that had just chewed the head of a guard.“AAAAH!!!” The screams of the humans were mixed with the cries of the monsters that drew closer to where I was.Two large and tall monsters, with several human heads attached to their bodies, as if showing off their victim. As the name implies, this is a hunting festival, but for monsters who find human prey scattering here and there in front of their eyes. Once swoop, they can kill one or two humans.What a grotesque view.Some of the guards were seen fleeing from the scene in horror. The remaining guards are willing to trade their lives to protect the humans behind them – mostly consist of the aristocratic ladies who are not used to running in their
Life is full of choices, except the place you were born, and what kind of parents you came from.Sarah was born into a noble family that was poorer than a commoner family in the Sulli region, near the kingdom's southern border. Her mother was the breadwinner of the family by working as a servant for a wealthy family in the area. While his father is an alcoholic and gambler who does not hesitate to make his daughter as collateral.At the age of eight, her mother left home with her five-year-old younger brother.“It would be better for me to bring a boy than a girl, Sarah. You'll understand my choices when you grow up."Those were the last words of her mother who then left her with a smile.Her mother has made a choice."Sarah, look at your mother who left you. In her life, girls have no value so you are dumped. While in my life, you have a precious value so I will not dump you. So, are you going to whine all the time to be with your mot
Sarah's sharp gaze was directed outside the window.The carriage running at full speed rattled roughly against the pavement, but the tension seeing in through was as calm as a vacuum.They have traveled far and wide. The distance from her hometown, Sulli, to the Capital, Illest, took almost half a day by horse carriage. Of course, that could only be done with the assumption that they didn't stop to rest in the middle of the trip, while they stopped quite often at Hayden's request, which was worried about Sarah's condition.During the trip, Hayden squeezed his finger in between Sarah's fingers. Sarah gently traced the callouses on his palm with her fingertips. His hand is not as rough as Sarah's hand even though both of them wielded a sword.'Hmm, even his hands aren't as rough as mine even though he should be a knight. He sure grew up in an environment that pampered him. I envy.'Actually, there was still a speck of doubt in Sarah's heart regarding
Sarah going off lane from what her dream has shown her. That's how much confidence she had that her future would be fine even if she deviated from the plot. There's evidenced by Hayden agreeing to her request to disguise herself as a knight, named Sergei. And so then she spent some time learning knight etiquette from Raymon and the butler in the mansion.“Milady, do you really want to play the role of a knight? Honestly, I'm worried." Said the mustachioed butler, he was a palace butler at Hayden residence who retired and was hired to guard this mansion in secret – while Hayden was served by his son, Luke."I'll be fine, Ron. I'm not the type to just sit around and wait. It would be more fun if I could use my abilities to protect Hayden.”“You really are a wonderful woman, milady. I've never seen a woman so good with a sword. No wonder the Crown Prince fell in love with you.” Ron's smiling face seems so peaceful.Sarah rarely
It was early evening and the sun was beginning to dip below the horizon. The Jasmine Palace hallway was illuminated by a red glow, but Laura walked towards her carriage without even turning her eyes towards the door of Jasmine Palace.Laura gave a wry smile as she watched the dying sunlight touch her carriage's door, before turning into a rich red hue. It was like seeing a flower bloom. Her mother's face entered her mind.'Mom, we've tried enough, haven't we? I will save you from that man's restraints, then I followed you.'“Milady, do you want to go straight home, or is there some other place you want to visit?” the coachman opened the door for Laura.She halted her step before going inside. “I want to buy a cake, so take me to that store.”"Yes, milady."'Yeah, it's a good time to get rid of those guys, while many focus on finding monsters in the capital area.'Today is exactly ten days since the disaster hap
There's a saying that goes, keep your friends close, and your enemies closer.A few days ago, I accept Count Lanchaster's request to allow Sarah to stay in the room next to mine at the Jasmine Palace, in order to receive treatment from the palace doctor. Even though I hated her, it seemed that there was still guilt in my conscience for hurting her back. I don't know what she was thinking so she jumped in front of me and took the hit for me. My instincts told me that it was a calculated leap.Anyways,Some people saw my actions as a form of returning the favor for the person who had saved me, while others thought I was stupid. I myself consider myself too soft. Even Merri keeps grumbling by my side.From that day on, Sarah showed up wherever I went. She also squeezed herself between me and Hayden. Whether it's dinner, tea time, or a walk in the garden, she is always with us. I'm not jealous! I was fed up with the two dogs.'Why? I'll be fine if you
It felt like there was a fire inside her, so Fuschia fanned her face with her hands hurriedly. On the outside, she exudes toughness charisma – what she has learned so far, but her natural timid personality wasn't going anywhere. Especially when it comes to dealing with Sarah.It doesn't matter if she is dealing with the extras in this novel, like those ladies. But who she is dealing with is the female lead in the world of this novel that took her side. Her position as a villainess was a misfortune.At that time, a woman figure appeared."Excuse me, I have trash in my hands, should I throw it here?" Lady Bellrose frowned and clicked her tongue in displeasure. Then she threw the entire contents of her little bag onto the table.'Lady Bellrose? ...Why?'“Lady Bellrose, you really have no manners!”"What do you mean, lady? I just throw the trash in its place. Weren't you taught that?" She looked straight at Sarah – who ap