“I came as an aide to His Highness the Crown Prince. I sincerely apologize for declining your invitation.”
“Hoho, there’s nothing to be done. His Highness might have thought poorly of having a talkative person like me as your first partner.”
She laughed, but her eyes seemed somewhat sad.
I felt sorry for him too. He knows very well what his image is like in social circles.
“No, that’s not it. If anything, I was concerned that my lack of knowledge about the party might cause trouble for you. So, to ensure that, you’re allowing me to gain experience as an aide, aren’t you?”
“Hoho, Muzelle is such a kind person. I’d like to chat more, but you seem busy now.”
Mrs. Perner pointed to the wine bottle in my hand with her chin.
I smiled and replied, “I’ll see you when I have some free time, Mrs. Perner.”
“Sure. See you later.”
Mrs. Perner disappeared with a gentle smile.
“Hmm…”
I watched him blend into the crowd.
Compared to the rumors in high society that I heard from Evangeline, Mrs. Perner seemed refined. She wasn’t overly persistent with the opposite sex, as Klaus had worried.
Judging everything about him after meeting only twice was impossible. Maybe he was a better person than I thought.
Evangeline was right. It was wrong to judge Mrs. Perner based solely on wandering rumors.
It would be nice to have another chance to talk to him before the party ended.
Carrying the wine bottle, I found Klaus seated at a luxurious table.
Lumie and Count Mekringger occupied seats prepared separately next to him.
Empty glasses were already set on the table in accordance with the number of people.
As I always followed Klaus, my share of the glass was also prepared.
In fact, the purpose of my glass wasn’t just for enjoying entertainment.
To prevent potential poisoning, the prince had to taste the wine I poured first before Klaus drank it.
I cautiously poured the wine. Then, I poured a small amount into my glass first, without explaining or seeking approval separately, as it was a customary practice known to all nobles.
Holding the glass, I made brief eye contact with Klaus. It was a sign to watch carefully for any signs.
“……!”
However, his expression, which had been emotionless, suddenly froze in an alarming way.
What’s going on?
Ignoring it and about to bring the glass to my lips, Lumie suddenly intervened.
“I personally chose this wine. I can guarantee its safety with my honor. There’s no need for a taste test.”
I almost burst into a bitter laugh.
So, does this mean he doesn’t want me to taste what I prepared for Klaus?
I calmly said, “Of course, I believe in Lady Elfriede’s innocence. However, please don’t take this tradition too seriously; it’s a long-standing practice for His Highness the Crown Prince.”
Before Lumie could nitpick again, I drank the glass in one gulp.
“Tsk.”
Lumie’s face contorted unhappily.
Count Mekringger spoke with a stern voice.
“Elfriede. Muzelle must fulfill his duties properly for the benefit of us all. If, by any chance, an unintended incident occurs due to ignoring the tradition, who will take responsibility?”
“Understood.”
Lumie answered as if there was no other choice. Surprisingly, he obediently sought the Count’s favor.
Even if he had possessed Elfriede, it seemed he still listened well to his father. He did have some respect for his dad’s words.
I chuckled and looked at Klaus.
“Everything’s fine. You can drink it now, Your Highness.”
“……. ”
His expression, which had stiffened since earlier, didn’t ease up.
Although I poured wine into his glass, he turned his head away, avoiding eye contact.
“……?”
Why is he acting like this? What went wrong? Oh, could it be that he didn’t want wine? In that case, I can only bring cold water.
“Your Highness, I’ll fetch a water jug.”
“No, it’s fine. Just stay here.”
Then, Count Mekringger stepped forward. He gestured to a servant waiting nearby to entertain guests and had him bring a bottle of cold water.
Again, I raised the water glass first. While drinking, I glanced at Klaus.
“……. ”
His complexion turned pale, as rigid as before. What could be the problem?
In any case, there was nothing wrong with the water I drank.
“It’s very refreshing. No issues at all.”
“Of course.”
Lumie sharply replied. Count Mekringger chuckled and nodded.
“Thank you for checking, Muzelle.”
“You’re welcome. It’s my duty, after all.”
Lumie gracefully stood up, holding the hem of his dress.
“Well, then, I should greet the guests who have visited as the host of the party.”
“Oh, right. It’s about time.”
Lumie descended towards the floor with an elegant stride.
Male lead fell into her trap — and shattered when she walked away
This is also on my reread list!
This one is a slow burn, but when it burns, it burns hard.
Definitely worth a read, y’all!
The story follows a thousand-year-old seductive spirit who, on a bet, sets out to charm the male lead—a once-promising but unfortunate cultivator.
But just when she succeeds in making him fall for her, she heartlessly leaves, driving him to madness.
Determined to find her at all costs, he captures her, keeping her by his side no matter what, even if she hates him.
I love this kind of trope—I enjoy watching the male lead suffer in agony.
The ending drags a bit with unnecessary filler, but that’s fine.
As long as I enjoy the beginning, I’m good.
Intro
As an enchantress, Su Heng possesses captivating eyes and charming beauty, easily manipulating the joys and sorrows of living beings at her fingertips.
But to enchant a god, making him taste the bitterness of love’s separation, long-lasting resentment, unattainable desires, and inability to let go…
Do you dare?
Su Heng assists a divine lord in his cultivation, aiming to make him experience all the sufferings of love, so that he can attain the Great Dao.
Only after being chased down from the heavens by the divine lord, confined and completely possessed by him, does she realize how successful she has been.
The once gentle and polite youth has transformed into someone she no longer recognizes.
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