Selected as the New Stepmother (Completed Main Story) - Chapter 59

I said I’d try to have dinner together, but the Duke didn’t return to the mansion even after dinner time had long passed. Rublion briefly hoped, then immediately accepted it.

“It’s probably because he’s been busy lately.”

“I understand. He’s such a busy man.”

But contrary to his words, the child’s expression was quite dark.

“Are you disappointed we couldn’t spend time together?”

At my question, Rublion pouted his lips slightly, then cautiously opened his mouth.

“We can’t always have dinner together. What I’m worried about is what if he breaks his promise to meet Mom alone.”

It was a concern I hadn’t expected at all.

“He’ll keep that promise.”

“He must. I even promised myself I’d sleep alone if he doesn’t.”

“Hahaha…….”

I didn’t know what I was expecting, but for a brief moment, Rublion’s gaze toward me looked a little mischievous.

“My father is always busy. He still is.”

As the child muttered, I scooped a cookie onto his plate and said,

“Rublion, do you know why the Duke is so busy?”

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