Rosana took something that looked like a note from her bag, placed it on the table, and stood up.
“Well then, Madam, I’ll go back first and start the work. If you need me, please send someone anytime.”
“Alright, Rosana. Thank you for today.”
“Don’t mention it. I’m grateful.”
After greeting not only Lady Viscountess but also Maiana, Rosana left the drawing-room briskly. Maiana, still feeling a bit overwhelmed, remained standing until the door closed, then looked down at Lady Viscountess with a questioning gaze.
“Have a seat, Mrs. Dawson.”
Lady Viscountess said, receiving Maiana’s gaze kindly.
Maiana sat down cautiously. Unsure of where to start, she blinked her eyes. Lady Viscountess spoke again.
“Is there something you’re curious about?”
At that moment, Maiana finally realized the nature of the discomfort she had felt since entering the room.
“Madam, please feel free to speak. Why are you teasing me?”
Lady Viscountess smiled without answering. It was a simple smile without any malicious intent, but rather, it heightened Maiana’s uncomfortable feelings.
Did Lady Viscountess know about her relationship with Cedric, as Kosa did? Unlike Kosa, she wasn’t someone staying at the duke’s residence, but it was still a possibility. If someone had a keen eye, even with a small clue, they could infer various conclusions.
Lady Viscountess spoke.
“Now, since Rosana is gone, let’s get to the point. Mr. Dawson may have already guessed, but the Duke intends to give you a dress. However, it seems… since he doesn’t know much about what young ladies wear, he asked me for help. The reason the children suddenly came to play today was also for that.”
After pausing for a moment, Lady Viscountess added with a slightly embarrassed smile, as if caught playing a prank like a mischievous girl.
“I got caught by Silas when I let it slip that I was planning to go to the Duke’s place.”
Maiana nodded.
“What I’m curious about is why the Duke suddenly wants to give me a dress… Madam, as you know, I’m almost always at the mansion taking care of Lady Ariante. Even if I make a beautiful dress, where would I go wearing it?”
“Well, Mr. Dawson, you can go wherever you want. Besides, even if it’s not for practical reasons, everyone would like to give something wonderful to someone they like, wouldn’t they?”
“Well…”
Just as Maiana was about to retort, her eyebrows twisted strangely. Lady Viscountess watched this change with an amused look and then said,
“Do you remember before? The three of us had tea together. I noticed it then.”
Maiana, as if someone was about to yawn, opened her mouth wide and then, bewildered, covered her mouth and averted her gaze. Her face turned red. Looking in the mirror, it was certain that instead of a person, a lobster would be visible.
“Madam, I…”
“The Duke probably knows too… what I know. You understand what I mean, right? So, you probably sought my help.”
“Although it’s embarrassing, the fact that Madam wasn’t shocked is the most… surprising. Or are you hiding it well?”
Lady Viscountess burst into laughter. Although Maiana couldn’t figure out what was amusing and had no room for a laugh, the lady’s laughter was pleasant to hear.
“It’s not a big problem, is it? To be honest, I was a bit surprised. When the Duke suggested that Mrs. Dawson and I sit together and have tea, I was a bit puzzled. I hesitated for a moment. I thought he might want to talk about the lady and the children, but, as Mrs. Dawson knows, we didn’t discuss anything special that day. Isn’t that right?”
“Yes, that’s correct.”
Maiana admitted obediently. The memory of how embarrassed she was that day became vivid again.
Lady Viscountess continued.
“The Duke just… I’m sorry for saying this. I know you’re not afraid of being associated with a government or a man of the night.”
Maiana raised her head.
“I’m not sure. Of course, I don’t want to be such a person either. Becoming the governess of Viscount Balmes, although it might be called a social ascent, I don’t think of it that way. Do you find my words audacious?”
“No, not at all. Please continue.”
Maiana took a deep breath, like a tense person, and then continued.
“The Duke… he kept talking to me about our relationship. But for me, those words don’t feel real. I can’t imagine it.”
Damn. Maiana muttered curses inwardly, lips tightly sealed. What did I just say? I was clearly thinking of something to say, but in the end, I blurted out nonsense and felt embarrassed, similar to realizing I had dozed off during a presentation.
“Life doesn’t always go as planned.”
Lady Viscountess said quietly.
“It’s understandable that Mr. Dawson feels confused.”
“Please, Lady Viscountess. Just call me Maiana.”
“Alright, if that’s what you prefer. Anyway… I don’t know exactly what the Duke said, but I think it wouldn’t be a lie. Unlike others, if it’s the Duke, he speaks the truth. Actually… I can’t imagine him making fun of an unrelated woman with his words. Do you understand what I’m saying?”
Male lead is reincarnated to save his wife
I’ve also read this one twice already. The female lead is kinda soft and gets embarrassed easily—not really my type, but the plot is definitely worth reading. Hurry up and read it, y’all!
Intro
When Shen Yuan encountered Su Jin again in his previous life, she had already become the Prime Minister of the current dynasty. As for him, the former top young master of the capital, he had long since fallen into the abyss, becoming a singer on a pleasure boat.
After a song ended, he was redeemed and sent to the Su Residence.
Su Jin respected and cherished him, gave him a roof over his head, and bestowed him with warmth. Shen Yuan fell deeper and deeper, but before he could express his feelings, Su Jin passed away.
Shen Yuan died to follow her in death, but instead, he returned to when he was fifteen years old.
At that time, he was not yet engaged, and Su Jin was just a poor scholar.
Shen Yuan gritted his teeth, casting aside all his pride, and thought of ways to coax and entice her every day.
The colder and more indifferent Su Jin was towards him, the more proactive Shen Yuan became.
He was not afraid of being mocked by the world, only wanting to marry his Wife-master early, to hold her hand and never let go for a lifetime.
[Note: This story will not specifically point out the male lead’s reincarnation time point; it’s all in the details. Whenever you feel that the male lead is acting strangely, he has most likely been reincarnated.]
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