Three days had passed since the banquet. One could say it wasonlythree days, but to , it felt like a whole weekor even a monthhad passed. Blankly gazing out the window, I sighed. It had been three days since I had last seen Max. Why wasnt he visiting? Was he busy?
There had been tis when a similar thing had happenedhim not visiting for a few daysstill, I couldnt help but feel downcast. How could he leave
like this after what had happened at the banquet? I told myself it must be because there were many things to do as the empires crown prince.
But couldnt he at least send a letter?I squeezed the mouse doll he gifted
a few days ago. That was when a voice ca from outside the door.
Lady Jubelian, this is rilyn.
Oh! Co in.
rilyn entered my room with a silver tray. Surprised, she noted, My lady, you seem to be always carrying around the little mouse these days
It was only then that I realized I was holding the toy. Oh, its I trailed off.
Smiling, rilyn applauded, Im glad. It seems you admire him enough to overlook the things you dislike.
I gave an awkward laugh.What does that matter He hasnt even paid a visit for the past few daysFeeling dejected, I lowered my eyes. rilyn held out the silver tray she was holding.
There are two letters for you today, my lady.
I checked the seals on each letter. One was from the Arlo household, and the other was from
From the Herend household? Why would they send
a letter?
The Herend family rarely showed themselves during social events. Our families did not interact much, either. I was skeptical about the legitimacy of the letter at first but opened it anyway.
Dear Lady Floyen, How are you?
I dont know if you rember, but this is YuriI t you in front of Fyodors Workshop a few days ago.
I just wanted to let you know that my liege will not be able to visit you for the next few days due to so things he has to work through. I am writing this letter in his stead.
He is doing his best to take care of his duties in order to see Your Ladyship as soon as possible. Please do not fret about his prolonged absence.
Thanks to her letter, I finally learned that Max had been swamped. With a smile, I let out a sigh of reliefglad to have heard so news about him.
Please feel free to co by whenever Lord Max frustrates youwe can talk over so tea and sweets. I can guarantee an enjoyable ti.
In any case, I hope you have a wonderful day. I look forward to your visit.
Sincerely, Yulia Frey Herend.
The smile on my face never left as I read through the letter. The end however caught
by surprise.
Yulia She has the sa na as the head of the forr empress guards.
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Fresia grimaced at her lord, who was swinging his blade in the air nonstop.I didnt know he would fall for the dukes trap so easily.She had instantly deduced that what the duke had said was bait. Nonetheless, her lord had taken it seriously and was training to surpass his master. Knowing Maxs character wellprideful and stubbornthere was one thing she could do to fix the issue at hand.
Ill have to nag him to stop by the Floyen mansion before the week is over. Otherwise, hell get dumped in no ti.Fresia sighed as she watched her lord grunt and swing his sword around. She was reminded of the very person she missed dearlyher cousin who supported her to beco a swordswoman despite her being an illegitimate child.
Yuri, I beg you. Please help the child so that he doesnt go astray.
It was because of her that Fresia had been able to beco accepted into the family. For herthe forr empressFresia was willing to do anything. Despite her determination, taking care of Max was difficult at tis. Once he made up his mind, he didnt care to listen to anyone else.
Just then, Max angrily pushed his sword into its scabbard. I cant do this, he muttered as he turned to face Fresia. Ill be back. Im just going to stop by the Floyen mansion for a mont.
A smile brightened Fresias face. Her lord had let go of his stubborn attitude without help!Has the lady cured his obstinacy?Fresia never thought such a cold person like her lord would co to care about soone so much to abandon his pride.How delightful.A soft smile characterized her face.
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