“I’ll go and attract their attention. During that time, you and Celine quickly leave the village. Just to be safe, stay outside the village for a while.”
“But…”
“No, this is the right thing to do.”
Theodore, shaking Marien’s hesitating shoulders, bid farewell like a parting.
“It was a short time, but I’m really grateful during that period. Both you and Celine, and the people in the village as well.”
“…….”
“You’ll manage well with the villagers. And apologize to Celine for not being able to play pretend with her.”
With those words, Theodore didn’t look back at Marien anymore. He moved towards where the knights were. Marien also glanced at his back and quickly started running in the opposite direction.
“Why are you gathering here? Father.”
As Theodore approached, the knights bowed quietly and stepped back. Theodore stared silently at Heir standing in the middle. Seeing his son, Heir’s lips curled up sharply.
“To voluntarily come out like this, does it mean that even a commoner’s life is too difficult for you?”
“…Since I’m already exposed, I thought it would be better to come on my own rather than being dragged by the knights.”
Their appearance didn’t resemble that of a wealthy father and son who hadn’t seen each other in a long time. Heir clicked his tongue.
“Pathetic bastard.”
“…….”
“Do you think it’s right for the Crown Prince of the Empire to be in such a mundane village with nothing special? Is it so pitiful that you have to run away?”
After a moment of silence, Theodore spoke.
“As you said, I am a pathetic person who cannot meet Father’s expectations. Always incompetent, and I’m not good at anything.”
“…….”
“So, as a person of no ability, the only thing I can do is protect Ashed. The reason I returned to the palace was purely for Ashed. But Father, to reject Ashed, you brought a woman into my bedroom every night.”
“…….”
“Of course, from Father’s perspective, Ashed might not be to his liking. But Ashed is my son, and unlike me, he is growing up as an excellent Crown Prince. Even though he’s in a rural village, everyone knows about it through rumors.”
That’s why Theodore’s determination was firm.
“So, Father, even if I return to the palace, I will not marry. I cannot compromise on that. However, in return, if I go back to the palace, I won’t let Ashed be rejected. So, Father, if you want me to return to the palace, you should accept Ashed.”
Theodore was determined not to yield even if he was forcibly taken back to the palace. But in response to his words, Heir’s cold eyes returned.
“What?”
“The only reason for the return to the Imperial Palace was solely for Ashed. However, even if I go back to the palace, I won’t do things like marriage.”
Theodore, held captive by the road, couldn’t compromise on that. However, the response to his words was Heir’s chilling eyes.
“Anyway, you just talk about running away since you’re a runaway bastard.”
“…….”
“Does the one and only Crown Prince of the Empire think not getting married is acceptable? I’ve already chosen a marriage partner, so you just have to follow.”
As if there was nothing more to hear, Heir turned his back on Theodore. Then, looking at the distant village, he spoke.
“Yeah. That’s where you lived, huh?”
“It was just a place I stayed briefly. Even if I disappear, there’s no one to care about me.”
Worried that Heir might show interest in the village, Theodore quickly spoke, hiding his anxiety. However, Heir’s gaze continued to be fixed on the village.
“Even if you stayed briefly, it’s unacceptable for the Crown Prince of the Empire to live in such a shabby place.”
“What are you talking about? In the first place, that place…”
Theodore couldn’t finish his sentence. At that moment, he noticed the smoke and flames rising from the village.
“…!”
Theodore’s eyes widened at the scene, but Heir, with a indifferent face, continued to gaze at the burning village. Theodore’s voice became louder.
“What is this…! Father, could it be…!”
“Take the Crown Prince.”
Before Theodore could say more, the knights surrounded him, and Heir, along with the knights, began to walk towards the burning village.
“Father!”
And behind him, Theodore’s shout echoed like a desperate plea.
Male lead first thought she played hard to get, only to realize she
really disliked him
Short intro:
What she can’t stand the most is the streets full of effeminate men, especially that so-called top beauty whom she avoids at all costs.
Shen Yaoxing looks at Jiang Mingyue, who keeps approaching her with coy shyness.
Shen Yaoxing: Bro, don’t be like this, I’m really about to throw up!
She fears nothing in heaven or earth, except for him getting close to her.
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At first he thought she was just using the trick of feigning indifference to attract his attention. Later, he learned that she truly despised him.
This dealt a heavy blow to Jiang Mingyue, and he vowed to make her, like everyone else, fall at his feet in worship!
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Synopsis:
Before transmigrating, Shen Yaoxing only wanted to find a reliable man to spend her life with. Who knew that after transmigrating, she would become a reliable woman herself…
A forced misandrist, highly skilled, and reliable female lead
vs.
An initially aloof and arrogant, later morbid, obsessed male lead
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