“The debutante ball lasts for three days, and Avalon is in a social season throughout that week.
In other words, even after the debutante ball, there were various events such as parties and dances taking place here and there.
I heard that some parents take advantage of this social season to search for a match for their children even after the debutante ball.
However, I had no intention of actively pursuing that and decided to let April do as she wishes.
‘April can spend the social season however she likes!’
When I conveyed my intentions to Greian, he also nodded in agreement.
“April is still young… there’s no need to actively search for an engagement partner right now.”
“That’s right. I think the same.”
Despite being a married couple, we were on the same page.
“Master, Madam, Miss April says she’s ready now.”
April’s maid announced to us as we sat side by side in the living room.
‘Finally…!’
I felt my heart pounding as I placed my hand on my chest.
April’s grooming, which started at 8 in the morning, had finally come to an end.
‘It’s now 10… so it took about two hours.’
For two hours, she must have been subjected to the hands of the maids, getting dressed here and there… I imagine it must have been quite difficult for April, considering her personality.
I should encourage her for enduring it.
The door opened at last, and through it—today’s debutante ball’s protagonist, April, revealed herself.
And I held my breath.
‘Hoo…’
Is this girl in front of me… a real person?
It’s unbelievable… What on earth did she eat to become this beautiful? Our April?!
Her neatly combed white hair was half tied with a jewel pin, and the cream-colored dress adorned with a red ribbon suited April perfectly, almost as if it had been painted for her.
The ruby earrings from Pigeon Blood swayed and sparkled as April moved slightly, and similarly, the ruby necklace and bracelet in the same red color formed a perfect harmony.
Truly… an impeccably perfect attire.
April, who seemed somewhat shy, looked incredibly lovely!
At this rate, what if everyone in the world falls for our April?
Even such absurd thoughts crossed my mind; today’s April was so charming.
“What do I do…! Too beautiful! What do I do!”
I rolled my feet in excitement, forgetting the dignity of a duchess and whatnot, and repeatedly exclaimed, ‘What do I do.’
Watching me like that, April smiled somewhat awkwardly and gently pulled the hem of her dress, asking tentatively,
“Um… is this strange? I dressed up so extravagantly, so…”
“No! Not strange at all! It’s not strange at all! You look incredibly beautiful! Really!!”
I vehemently asserted, tilting my head intensely to emphasize how beautiful April was.
Although April seemed hesitant about my words,
“You look very beautiful, April. Many young gentlemen will be captivated by you at first sight today.”
As Greian spoke gently and with a firm tone, April gained a confident expression. Indeed… it seems Greian is the desired acknowledgment for April. I, how should I put it, am I the one who wants to be loved and spoiled? Anyway, since April seemed to gain confidence thanks to Greian, I continued my additional offensive, not wanting to miss this opportunity.
“Really, April. I even thought, what if everyone in the world falls for our April?”
“That’s… an exaggeration, Duchess.”
“Exaggeration? What nonsense! Jade and Rodrigo, don’t you think the same? Aren’t you captivated by her, too?”
As I turned around abruptly, the sight of Jade and Rodrigo standing in one corner of the living room with blank faces came into view.
Those guys… no wonder they were quiet. They must be bewitched by April! ‘Jade, sure, he’s always been a fan of April, but even Rodrigo has that expression…’
Today, April is unbelievably lovely. Hoo-hoo-hoot. Maybe this time Rodrigo will start thinking of April more than a sister?
“…You’re truly beautiful, Lady.”
But inevitably, it seemed like my misunderstanding, as Rodrigo’s attitude praising April was simple without any hidden motives… On the other hand, Jade’s affection felt like it was 200%.
“April… Ah, really, this is driving me crazy.”
Jade buried his face in his palms without saying a word. Judging by how red his ears were, it was clear that he couldn’t control his feelings for April.
After a moment, Jade, who revealed his face, let out a big sigh and spoke with a slightly trembling voice.
“…I’ve already fallen, but I feel like I’ll fall for you again, April.”
Taking Jade’s words, which seemed sincere, and with no sign of romantic understanding from April, she just smiled and let it pass. Anyway, Jade must be joking, right?
‘By now, Jade is a bit pitiable…’
Cheer up, boy! April is so popular that you’ll have many rivals. Well, April has absolutely zero interest in romance…
“Well then, shall we start heading out? Oh, right! Let’s take some pictures!”
Anyway, after taking plenty of pictures of April, we headed to the palace where the debutante ball was being held.
When male lead is the homewrecker
“I know she doesn’t love him.”
I’ve read the novel below twice already. Girls, I’m highly recommending it to you!
The female lead? Not a good person.
The second male lead? Not a good person.
The male lead? Willingly plays the third party, breaking up the female and second male lead’s relationship despite all the warnings from his friends—so yeah, he’s definitely not a good person either.
Basically, nobody in this novel is simple-minded or without scheming.
The female lead starts off as the male lead’s secretary, but don’t worry—later on, she takes over the company while the male lead steps back to support her. He won’t steal her spotlight, overshadow her, or dull her shine.
I love novels where men are out here snatching wigs, tearing each other down, and going to war just to win the female lead’s affection. And this is exactly that kind of novel. Most of Hai Dai Ran’s works have this dynamic. You’ll see the male characters’ emotions being pushed to the absolute extreme.
There’s even a scene where the second male lead exposes the male lead online for being a homewrecker. The brotherhood immediately gangs up on him, dragging him through the mud. I find it compelling —it completely flips reality on its head, where usually, women are the ones fighting over a man and getting torn apart by the sisterhood.
For me, female leads in the novels I read should only struggle in their careers, not in love. But if the brainless romantics in the story are all men? I have zero complaints.
I’ve pretty much read all of Hai Dai Ran’s novels and even translated all of them—her works are just my thing. I’ll slowly upload everything here. One day, when my website is official, I hope I can invite her to join as one of the star authors.
Here’s the story synopsis:
One-line summary: She is his lifelong obsession, to the point where he was willing to be a third wheel, scorned by society, just to wedge his way into her relationship with her fiancé.
Cold-hearted and indifferent female lead + Scheming and subservient CEO male lead
Intro 1:
“I know she doesn’t love him.”
With blood trickling from his clenched fist, Rong Xiu gazed at the woman before him, his eyes clouded with anguish. Hidden in the wardrobe, he had witnessed Fan Xia – the woman he desperately loved – in an intimate embrace with her fiancé. Yet his heart still yearned for her, defying all reason.
Fan Xia, the elegant and composed assistant, carried something mysterious in her eyes whenever she looked at her fiancé, Wen Lan Sheng. Strange occurrences began to surface – secret meetings with the young Gu Jin Yi, an unexplained withdrawal of 5,000 yuan… Then suddenly, her fiancé’s sister, Wen Jing, violently attacked her.
In this matriarchal society, Rong Xiu had risen to become the chairman of a powerful healthcare conglomerate, breaking through gender prejudices. But for the first time, he willingly stepped into the shadows as the other man, disregarding his friends’ warnings to become her secret lover.
Because he had discovered the truth – Fan Xia wasn’t the pure angel everyone believed her to be. And perhaps, he was the only one capable of helping her execute her mysterious plan…
Intro 2:
Rong Xiu’s biggest regret in life was missing out on Fan Xia.
He secretly loved Fan Xia for 7 years.
Watched her go public with her boyfriend.
Watched her kiss her boyfriend at their wedding.
Until that man blissfully nestled in Fan Xia’s arms, obtaining everything he could only dream of.
The crazy jealousy stripped away his hidden secret love, layer by layer, burning like wildfire.
Fan Xia, how can I have you!
【Reading and Trigger Warning Guide】
1. Female dominant, male submissive, male pregnancy
2. Male lead schemes his way to the top, male competition
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