It was all his fault.
Nikolai had to control and predict all the situations.
If he had properly protected Franz, this would not have happened.
“Protect Pinch. That’s my last wish.”
Laila’s voice tormented his guilt.
He was anxious, flustered.
Unbearable anger filled his throat and heated his eyeballs.
He had to kill them all.
Reason was useless in front of instinct.
If Elizabeth wasn’t there, if the cherry blossom scent flowing from her slender body hadn’t soothed him, he would have chosen the sword without hesitation.
He would have annihilated the crowd that had harmed his precious ones, spreading death and terror.
In fact, Nikolai had committed similar acts several times.
Without any hesitation.
‘If I had done that, Elizabeth would have despised me. Though she acts selfish, she can’t bear to see innocent people suffer.’
The only reason Nikolai could feign composure was because of Elizabeth.
He didn’t want to disappoint her, who had sensed Franz’s change on his behalf.
To be more honest, he didn’t want to be hated.
Like when he was unconsciously drawn to Elizabeth’s thick, red lips.
“Is it your hobby to mock the woman locked in the cage? If so, Your Majesty will never win.”
Her voice was haughty, but she was trembling thinly.
Elizabeth was different from women who desperately desired Nikolai’s touch.
Familiar with the looks of other women, Nikolai felt shame. More than that, the fact that he was rejected by Elizabeth was a greater shock.
He was anxious that he might not be able to approach her in the future, that he might not be able to taste her sweetness.
The only way to possess Elizabeth completely was to win in the game of temptation.
What other way could there be?
“To win someone’s heart, understanding comes first. It’s a stage that you can’t overlook,” he said.
Nikolai was about to embark on a challenge he had never tried before.
A struggle to understand Elizabeth, it was the first step in winning her heart.
That’s when the attendant brought the news Nikolai had been waiting for.
‘The heavens are on my side.’
A picturesque smile hung on Nikolai’s lips.
It was time to win back the faith that had completely gone over to Elizabeth.
“Congratulations on becoming the education supervisor, Elizabeth.”
“I will serve the crown prince with all my sincerity.”
“Let me introduce the new Korean professor and court literary figure.”
“There was someone like that in the palace?”
“You will find out when you meet them.”
[Star Icon][Star Icon][Star Icon]“It’s been a long time, Lady Elizabeth.”
Douglas smiled shyly.
The pink hair that reminded her of pink mulberry, the soft brown eyes like freshly baked bread were the same.
His unique atmosphere that made people comfortable had not changed either.
She was almost tearful with joy, but worry came first.
“You’ve lost weight, Lord Douglas.”
“Elizabeth looks healthy. I finally feel at ease.”
“Why did you come to the palace?”
“His Majesty has appointed me as the crown prince’s Korean language teacher. I have also been entrusted with the duties of a court literary figure.”
“Where is a deer that comes willingly when a beast calls?”
“Haha. Am I the deer?”
Douglas narrowed his eyes and laughed.
Nikolai immediately became angry.
“Who is the beast?”
“What is the purpose of dragging Lord Douglas in, Your Majesty?”
“You are going too far, Lady Elizabeth. His Majesty is just giving me an opportunity.”
Douglas stopped me.
He seemed worried that I might incur Nikolai’s anger.
“Lord Douglas was unable to catch the infuriated one. What opportunity did such a Majesty give?”
“That is…”
Douglas opened his mouth.
Nikolai cut in.
“Becoming the crown prince’s teacher is a great honor. It’s proof of worthy culture and scholarship.”
“I am ashamed and apologize, Your Majesty.”
“I have given you the chance to regain the honor of a Duke’s family that’s been muddied. I’ve bestowed grace on a criminal who should be rightfully punished for treason.”
“I will not forget, Your Majesty.”
“Do not overstep your bounds, Duke of Netleton.”
Nikolai warned in a chilly voice.
Douglas seemed to believe that he was really the emperor.
“Lady Elizabeth. This is not such a simple issue.”
“I am very happy to meet you like this, Lady Elizabeth. I thought I would never meet you again.”
“You don’t know His Majesty’s dark schemes!”
Nikolai shrunk his shoulders as if he was terribly wronged.
“Who is saying someone’s insides are black? Without even having seen it?”
His appearance was so puffy that a boil seemed to build up.
I dragged Nikolai by his sleeve.
“Your Majesty. Look at me for a moment.”
“A request for a secret meeting?”
“No way!”
Annoyed, I took Nikolai somewhere out of Douglas’s sight.
He couldn’t hide a smile, wondering what was on my mind.
“Your Majesty. Did you forget the contract? We agreed not to bring anyone else in!”
“You’ve amended the contract, so I intend to amend it as well.”
“What?”
“If you don’t like it, terminate the contract.”
Nikolai pressed his face close to mine.
My fist clenched involuntarily.
‘That foxlike man has caught on. That I can’t quit the game of temptation. He called Douglas to pressure me!’
I couldn’t really blame Nikolai.
I was the first to modify the contract in a favorable direction.
“How did you modify it?”
“I just added one clause.”
“What is it?”
“It’s no fun if I tell you easily.”
Smirking, Nikolai looked down at me, his lips curling.
But only for a moment.
“Your Majesty. May I have a private conversation with Lady Elizabeth?”
Douglas asked.
Suddenly, the smile disappeared from Nikolai’s face.
Like steam being emitted from a rice cooker, he radiated a condensed black aura.
“Alone? What do you want to do alone?”
Was he unaware of Nikolai’s unusual momentum?
Or had the person changed?
Facing the tyrant’s murderous eyes squarely, Douglas answered.
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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