“Isn’t it too busy?”
“Yeah. Eric is busy with the knight brigade, so it can’t be helped. I think it’ll be like this for a while.”
“You’re overdoing it too, ordering him around like this.”
“I’m doing it because I want to.”
“But you don’t even need to do this when you’re not even engaged yet.”
Alicia raised her head at that comment and smiled at Chase.
“I haven’t just had the engagement ceremony. Plus, I said I’d do it from the start.”
At Alicia’s response, Chase chuckled in disappointment and rested his head on his arm. His face was almost entirely hidden, buried in his arm.
“Even so, doing it all the way at home is a bit much.”
“I couldn’t finish earlier.”
Usually, this would be work to do at Count Russel’s place, but today the nanny was unavailable, so I had to watch the twins until Edward or Emma returned.
Fortunately, Chase came to help, so I could focus on my work.
“I’m sorry, Chase. You’re busy but you still helped me.”
“Don’t mention it. I’m not busy. There’s not much to do here since my actual workplace is the Valua Empire.”
“But Eric said you’re busy with some involvement?”
“That’s true. So, you’re busy because of me?”
Chase gave an apologetic smile, and Alicia smiled in return, although she wasn’t truly comfortable.
Eric had said it was fine, but she was still concerned.
Moreover, Chase felt sorry for even thinking that he had caused her inconvenience.
It was awkward.
Creating this regrettable situation for both sides.
“I’m sorry. It’ll get better soon. I’ll make time later.”
“Really? You promise?”
“Yes, I promise.”
“Then work. Finish quickly so we can eat together.”
As Alicia looked back at her documents, Chase stared at her intently.
He was glad to see that Alicia was the same as always when she focused.
The slightly furrowed brow when she couldn’t solve something and the small smile that followed when she did were the Alicia he had always known.
However.
“Why did she change?”
Chase muttered under his breath without realizing it.
“Upsettingly.”
“Hmm?”
Alicia, who hadn’t heard him properly due to his soft voice, looked up and asked.
“What did you say?”
“No, it’s nothing. Just talking to myself.”
Chase smiled and Alicia returned the smile, then shifted her gaze back to her documents.
Afraid that Alicia might hear, Chase sighed very softly.
Although it was familiar to see Alicia focused on something while he had nothing to do, it was not familiar anymore.
‘Did I become too complacent?’
He had thought that even if he went to the Valua Empire and left her for a while, Alicia would not change.
Alicia was a dignified swan lady who would not yield her side to anyone, just like before. He had deceived himself into believing so.
But why did she so easily yield her side to that man?
A place she had never yielded to even him.
What was different about that man?
“What kind of person is your brother?”
“Hmm?”
She had just asked casually, but a smile broke out on Alicia’s face.
A smile he had never seen before.
A smile she had never given him.
“A good person.”
So it’s true. So it’s sincere.
He knew just by looking at Alicia’s expression.
Slightly peeved, Chase grumbled.
“What is that? Isn’t that too vague?”
“I can’t think of a suitable word.”
“Fine. But what makes him such a good person?”
“Everything.”
‘Do you really have to make that face?’
Alicia looked so beautiful talking about Eric that it felt like his eyes would tear up.
So Chase grumbled again.
“Edward said the same thing.”
“I’m learning swordsmanship from him.”
“Yeah. I heard you really enjoy it. Somehow, it bothers me.”
“What’s there to be upset about when Edward likes you so much?”
“Frankly, isn’t it strange? I was gone for just a little while, and everyone’s already betrayed me.”
At Chase’s murmur, Alicia comforted him with an awkward laugh.
“Betrayed? Everyone was so happy when you returned. They missed you while you were gone.”
“No, I mean, why do they follow him just because they’ve seen him a few times? I’ve known them for much longer.”
Muttering, Chase buried his head in his arms.
Even though he was away for just a short time, someone else had taken the place he had always assumed was his.
It felt lonely and bitter.
He was happy to be recognized for his abilities, so he willingly left for Valua. Now, he regretted that choice.
Alicia looked worriedly at Chase’s expression.
When their eyes met, Chase merely smiled, but said nothing thereafter.
(This is a time divider.)
Full of anticipation, Alicia offered Eric an invitation.
Eric casually took it and frowned after checking the contents.
“Opera?”
“Yes, opera.”
“Why the sudden opera?”
“We were invited by the royal family. It seems to be from the Duke; he said we can go.”
“Why would the royal family invite us to an opera?”
“It’s the premiere of a new opera, and His Majesty the Emperor will be attending. That’s why they’re inviting several families.”
Seeing Eric’s silence, Alicia quickly opened her mouth.
“If you don’t want to go, you don’t have to. Mother said the same.”
“Is that okay?”
Male lead is a clingy little husband
One-line summary: The male lead is initially an arrogant, noble, love-deprived brat, later a cute, clingy, scheming little jealous one.
Introduction:
One day, Lu Yuner’s soul transmigrates into a female-dominant world. She enters the Imperial Academy and takes up the position of a doctoral instructor, teaching classes and grading schoolwork.
One day, she encounters the young prince Su Qingwan secretly skipping class from the male academy.
As a result, Su Qingwan is punished.
From then on, Su Qingwan sees Lu Yuner as a “thorn in his side”.
But before long, this “thorn” becomes the person he cherishes most, and he goes to great lengths to win Lu Yuner’s affection.
Mini scene 1:
One day, the sun is high in the sky but Su Qingwan still hasn’t gotten up for class.
Servant Xiaoyuan: “Young prince, it’s time for class. You’ll be late otherwise.”
Su Qingwan says arrogantly: “I’m not going. I am the esteemed prince, my status is so noble, why should I suffer this hardship? Besides, isn’t learning all this just to please women? Hmph, they’re not worthy!”
Mini scene 2:
After Su Qingwan falls for someone, he completely changes. He no longer skips class and diligently learns how to be a good husband and father. But he discovers that Sister Yuner is always surrounded by admirers.
Drunk and overcome with jealousy one day, he clings to Lu Yuner, crying beautifully like a pear blossom in the rain.
Su Qingwan: “Qingwan likes Sister Yuner.”
Lu Yuner: “Young prince, you’re drunk.”
Su Qingwan: “Qingwan isn’t drunk. Qingwan likes Sister Yuner, likes you so much, likes you to bits…” Before he can finish, Lu Yuner’s eyes flash with emotion and she leans in closer.
[Reading Guide]
1. The female lead is gentle, gracious, humble and polite but not weak. The male lead is initially an arrogant, noble, love-deprived brat, later a cute, clingy, scheming little jealous one.
2. 1v1, a bit torturous in the beginning but definitely sweet later on.
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