Contract Marriage with the Devil Duke (Completed Main Story) - Chapter 117

Moments later, Podeon’s sweet voice came through.

“I’m afraid I might end up confessing my feelings to you, my lady.”

‘What on earth is he talking about?’

Hearing his muttering, Orentia felt her mind growing hazy.

Podeon had changed a little since the kidnapping incident, but she had absolutely no idea he held feelings for her. She’d always believed his endless kindness and reliability were simply born of loyalty to his master. By nature, he treated everyone with an open heart and showed care to all.

‘Could Sir Podeon really be fond of me?’

Orentia’s thoughts became tangled. Although this was an awkward situation, he hadn’t openly confessed, so she didn’t know how to respond. Moreover, the fact that he was her personal guard—the one who spent the most time with her—was problematic. It was nearly impossible to avoid him.

‘I don’t want to hurt Sir Podeon needlessly.’

Surely Podeon wouldn’t expect his unrequited love to come true. After all, having witnessed so many scenes between Dimidius and Orentia, he must have realized something and perhaps was already trying to let go of his feelings on his own.

Orentia held onto that belief and slowly opened her eyes. Podeon stood nearby, guarding her just as he always did.

Orentia rose with an awkward smile and spoke to Podeon.

“How about taking a walk together for the first time in a while, Sir Podeon?”

Podeon moved to stand beside her as if surprised by her sudden suggestion.

“Wherever my lady goes, it is my duty to follow.”

“Yes. Let’s walk a bit.”

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