POV : Selena Noms
Lord Sullivan
I was in my room in the Noms manor looking at the night sky from my window.
About one week ago, Maxwell soldiers visited house Noms.
Their objective was to arrest Sullivan, my husband, on charges of the attempted assassination of my forr fiance, Lord Dyngir.
Oh, Lord Sullivanwhy did you change so?
The Lord Sullivan I talked with in the flower garden of the academy and the Lord Sullivan that married into house Noms were completely different.
Ever since the sweet, gentlemanly Lord Sullivan ca to house Noms, he started yelling at and sotis even hit .
(How could this happenwhere did we go wrong?)
I asked myself this question many tis, but could never find an answer.
I wanted to be freed from my terrible fiance only that and nothing else is what led to choose Lord Sullivan. Yet now my prince changed completely
No picture book ever showed such developnts after the happy ending.
Aah
Tears stread down my cheeks.
Lord Sullivan ran away from the manor and had not been found yet. Since then, the servants of house Noms, who already treated coldly, began taking an even worse attitude towards .
How could she not stop her husband from committing those cris?
Did she really know nothing of the assassination?
Why did she marry that man in the first place?
I pretended not to notice the servants whispering such things behind my back.
Pleasesoone, anyonehelp save please, o God in heaven
I looked at the stars twinkling in the night sky and held my hands in prayer.
I knew I was thinking selfish things, but I couldnt think of any way to improve my situation except praying. There was no one I could rely on. I could only cling to God
Please
Knock, knock, knock.
Eh?
Were my prayers answered? Soone suddenly knocked at my door.
Who is it?
So I asked, still sitting on my chair, but no reply could be heard.
I approached the door and noticed that an envelope had been slipped under the door.
What is this? Whos there?
I opened the door, but the hallway was empty.
Perplexed, I flipped the envelope.
Lord Sullivan!?
I looked at the senders na and couldnt help but shriek.
I hurriedly covered my mouth with my hands and closed the door.
A letter from Lord Sullivanbut who could have?
I thought that Lord Sullivan did not have any allies in this house. Who could have delivered this letter for him?
Anyway, I should read it
I quickly broke the seal and took out the letter inside the envelope.
After reading the contents, I was wide-eyed in surprise.
This cannot beLord Sullivan
The letter said that Lord Sullivan was currently taking refuge in a certain location, in order to gather the necessary military strength to take down house Maxwell, who was sowing seeds of rebellion against the royal family. Lord Sullivan was fighting to protect the kingdom of Lamperouge.
In the letter, Lord Sullivan apologized repeatedly for hurting .
His sincere words reminded of the gentle prince I had t at the academy.
Aah, Lord Sullivanwhat should Iwhat should I do?
At the end of the letter, Lord Sullivan wrote that he was going to fight Maxwell soon and he wished for to be at his side to support him.
Such earnest, heartfelt words naturally moved my heart.
If I rushed to Lord Sullivans side, would I find the gentle prince I loved?
(Lord Sullivan needs but if I went to his side, I would be betraying house Noms. Could Lord Sullivan really defeat that terrible house Maxwell?)
I weighed my expectations and love toward Lord Sullivan with the fear and awe I felt towards Lord Dyngir. The scales maintained a precarious balance and I was at a loss for what to do.
Just then, the poem collection on my desk caught my eye. Between the pages of lyrics written by my favorite poet, peeked the dried flower I used as a bookmark.
Lord Sullivan
The bookmark was made from a flower picked in the garden where we swore our eternal love to each other.
I recalled the days spent with Lord Sullivan at the academy.
His bright smile, his calm voice, his gentle fingers combing through my hair the happy days I had forgotten.
Lord Sullivan has pleaded for my helpI have to go.
I was going to take back my kind prince: I couldnt just stand around waiting. I had to go save my prince.
The prince can slay the evil dragon because he is supported by the princess smile.
I packed my belongings and quietly sneaked out of my room.
It was already late at night: the whole manor was asleep.
Father was away on business, accompanied by my brother. There was no one to stop .
I didnt know if Lord Sullivan could really defeat the Maxwell house, but in any case, I would probably never return to this house.
Im sorry, fatherbrother.
Now that I resolved not to return, I looked back on our life together and realized for the first ti how my father and brother actually treasured .
I had closed my heart to them all this ti, refusing to accept their kindness.
(Im sorryIm sorrypleaseforgive )
My heart aching at the thought of trampling their feelings again, I left the manor via the rear door.
Lady Selena Noms?
As soon as I was outside, a male voice called to .
I shuddered and stepped away from the man, shaking uncontrollably.
who goes there?
The man that called out to was a middle-aged gentleman. He did not look like a bad man.
Because of the late hour, however, I had to be wary.
Please, do not be afraid. I am one of Lord Sullivans subordinates, my na is Zaill.
D-did you say Lord Sullivan?
Yes, my lord gave the task of accompanying milady to him. I have a horse carriage ready, if you would kindly co with .
yes, please.
After thinking for a little while, I decided to follow the gentleman.
The horse carriage was a bit farther away. It was a luxurious carriage, sothing house Noms could have never afforded.
The horse carriage was waiting for , its doors opened, and, for a mont it looked like a monster with its jaws open, for whatever strange reason.
(Im coming, Lord Sullivan)
I shook my head to drive away that ominous image and climbed onto the carriage.
Milady, I shall be with the coachman. Please use this space freely.
Oh no, I couldnt!
Oh, it would not do for Milady to be alone with another man after all. We will arrive at Lord Sullivans residence by tomorrow morning. Please rest until then.
I seethank you very much.
My guide went to sit at the coachmans seat, so I was alone inside the carriage.
I wanted to know more about Lord Sullivans current situation, but being alone with a male stranger would make feel uneasy, so I accepted his proposal.
The horse carriage eventually started moving. I was told to rest, but the anticipation to et my lover and the guilt for betraying my family would not let sleep. Or so I thought.
Mmh
I had not slept much recently, however, so my eyelids soon grew very heavy.
Lulled by the shaking horse carriage, I drifted off to sleep.
~
The horse carriage apparently advanced throughout the night. The morning sun filtered through the window and woke up. I looked out and saw a residence, where Lord Sullivan said he was currently hiding.
We have arrived, Milady.
Ahyes, thank you very much
The gentleman that guided knocked at the carriage door and announced that we were at our destination.
I rubbed my half-opened eyes.
Lord Sullivanis here?
Yes, please allow to show you the way.
I stepped down from the horse carriage and looked up at the residence.
It was more than twice the size of my ho.
Its luxurious appearance clearly showed a great amount of money had been invested in building it. Its sheer size surely required more than 20 servants to manage it properly.
Curiously, the stone pavent and walls in the garden were shattered in places and there were strange black patches here and there, but overall it looked like a sumr residence built for royalty.
(Lord Sullivan, how did you build such a magnificent manor?)
Lord Sullivan often ntioned his money troubles, but was it all an act?
Could it be that his unstable attitude after coming to the eastern province was all a front he put up to deceive the eyes of the people of house Noms?
(Now I understand, Lord Sullivan has been preparing to do battle against house Maxwell this whole ti. He said he went out drinking every day, but he was actually making these preparations.)
I reached such a conclusion all by myself, then followed the gentleman inside the residence.
The residence was crowded with a large number of servants, who all seed busy working.
If you dont wipe here first youre going to leave dust everywhere!!
I-Im very sorry! Please forgive !
I turned towards the voices and saw an elderly man, maybe around seventy years old, being scolded by a young butler.
Who is that man?
I asked the gentleman next to .
That elderly man recently entered the service of this residence. He is a fallen noble who lost all of his belongings and had nowhere to go, so Lord Sullivan invited him to co work here.
Is that soLord Sullivan is as kind as ever.
I couldnt shake the feeling of having seen that elderly man sowhere before but walked on without paying him too much attention. He was struggling with the cleaning, a job he certainly was not accustod to, as he did not even glance at .
This way, please. Everyone is waiting for you, Milady.
Oh, yes. Thank you.
The guide showed to a door in the back of the residence and I put a hand on the doorknob.
(Everyone? Who could that be?)
I found the gentlemans words puzzling, but did not think on them too long and turned the doorknob.
The contents of the room were thus revealed to .
Hey, its been a long ti. Weve been waiting.
Eh!?
Standing before was my forr fiance Lord Dyngir Maxwell.
W-why are you.!?
Haha, husband and wife are truly alike, huh. You even ask the sa questions.
Lord Dyngir sat on a chair and folded his arms over the desk.
His tone was calm and friendly, but I felt indescribable hostility hiding deep within his mischievous smile. A chill ran down my spine.
Whatwhy?
Thats what I want to ask you!! You miserable fool!!
Eh!?
An angry shout suddenly struck from the side. I shuddered and turned completely stiff.
I turned towards that familiar voice and found none other than my father and brother standing there.
Father!? Why are you here!?
Why.why!
My sweet, kind father showed an expression twisted by unbearable grief.
Why did you co here!! You would have been forgiven if you didnt!! Why!! Was that man so important to you!?
Eh, ahthats notbut
Looking at my fathers face, filled with anger and sadness as I had never seen before, I finally realized the gravity of my mistake.
Next to my father, my brother also had a pained expression. Our eyes t, but he imdiately looked away awkwardly.
Zaill, how long are you going to keep Milady on her feet? Offer her a seat.
Certainly, my lord.
W-wait!
The gentleman forcefully pushed towards the chair set in the center of the room.
Unable to do anything to resist, I sat down on the chair.
The gentleman then held my shoulders down: I had no way to stand up or escape.
Baron Noms.
..yes.
Lord Dyngir called to my father. Even while crying and softly sobbing, father duly answered the heir to his lords house.
Now that things have turned out like this, I have no choice. Do you have any objections?
none, young master. I leave everything to you, Lord Dyngir.
Very well. Very well indeed.
After hearing my fathers words, Lord Dyngir exhaled, pleased.
Then, you can go back. Sorry for all the trouble.
IILord DyngirSelena is my only daughterso
I know.
Lord Dyngir turned towards . His eyes, like a beast observing its prey, paralyzed .
I promise her life will be spared. Dont make say anything more.
Yes
Father nodded to Lord Dyngirs words, then left the room, his head drooping down. My brother gave him his shoulder to lean on and they left together.
Ah.!!
My fate had already been decided, completely beyond my knowledge or control such fear compelled to ask my father and brother for help.
Lord Dyngirs glare, however, prevented from actually saying anything.
The door closed behind father and brother.
I would not see their faces anymore such a hunch, which felt so close to a certainty, filled my heart.
So, my dear forr fiancee. Do you know why you are here?
Thats
I couldnt answer Lord Dyngirs question.
no, I do not.
I didnt know why he was here, nor what I ca here for anymore. I felt so confused.
You do not know? Not at all? That cant be. You ca to help Sullivan, the man who plotted my assassination. Isnt that right?
Lord Dyngir, however, rcilessly pursued with his words.
You ca here to help him take down house Maxwell, to help him kill . Isnt that right? Why are you pretending not to know?
Ahaah.
I finally realized in what position I actually was.
I was I fell into a trap.
I have been testedto see if I would side with Lord Sullivan or notis that right?
Youre quicker than Sullivan on the uptake, at least. Thats correct.
Lord Dyngir laughed cheerfully.
Before his horrifying laugh, I felt like a criminal waiting for the death sentence.
What happened to Lord Sullivan?
I was trapped with no way to escape, but what I wanted to know the most was what happened to the man who was not here right now, my husband.
What happened to the man I once loved? Was he safe and sound? Or was he
dead. Hes not of this world anymore.
The mont I heard those words, I felt all strength leave my body. I fell from the chair and collapsed on the floor.
A.haahahahahamy prince isgonemy onlyprince
I laughed, spontaneously. I felt as if my soul was leaving my body.
Iwhat will beco of ? Will Ibe killed?
Ill spare your life, out of respect for Baron Noms. But let say this straightyou will not step one foot outside this manor ever again.
Is that soaha, I got caught thenthe evil dragongobbled upmy princewill never co for
I laughed.
Laughed and snorted, louder and louder.
I kept laughing, hearing the sounds of my heart cracking to pieces.
The prince fell before the dragon and the princess ended up in the beasts stomach.
And they lived happily ever after.
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