Evelia let out a deep sigh, grasping her Adam’s apple. If he was so unwell, she felt she should go and see him. There must be a clear reason why Uncle Jade informed her of her father’s condition.

“I don’t think I can avoid it. I should go see Father.”

“What? My lady, but!”

As if she was about to leave her room immediately, Evelia got up from her seat. Phaelin desperately tried to restrain her. However, as soon as their eyes met, Phaelin realized that she couldn’t stop the mistress.
Evelia knew why Phaelin was doing this, even without listening. As a member of the royal family, going outside the palace without permission from higher-ups was implicitly prohibited.

Under normal circumstances, she wouldn’t make such a decision easily, but the situation was different now.

“Phaelin, the fact that Father’s condition was reported before dawn means the situation is quite serious. But how can I just stay here, guarding the Prince’s palace? Huh?”

Evelia pleaded, almost as if appealing for mercy. Even though she had planned to go to her father, even if Phaelin tried to stop her, she hoped Phaelin would understand her situation. That way, she could head to Marquisate more easily.

“Ha… For now, please stay here, Your Highness. I’ll prepare the carriage.”

Phaelin nodded reluctantly, as if acknowledging that she had no choice, and quickly headed out of the bedroom. Only then did Evelia relax her legs, which had been wobbling, and sank into the chair.

Perhaps due to suddenly tensing up, or maybe because she was too focused, her vision suddenly spun, and dizziness overcame her. Unconsciously, she sighed deeply while gripping her Adam’s apple. At that moment, unexpectedly, someone’s voice reached her ears.

“Why the strange expression? Is something wrong?”

Surprised, Evelia, with trembling eyelids, turned her head towards the direction of the voice. There, a hamster came running from the window. The moment Evelia noticed the unwelcome guest, she sighed heavily.

“Ha, what’s happening again without a word?”

I came because I have something to tell you. By the way, why is your expression like that? Is something wrong?

Felix, who had climbed onto the table without her noticing, asked her while looking at her. It was a worried gaze, despite it belonging to a hamster. However, Evelia didn’t find even that concern welcoming now.

In her already chaotic mind, Felix’s appearance made things even more confusing.

“Later. I’ll talk about it later. I’m going home for now. I don’t have time for Felix today; I’ll leave as soon as the carriage arrives.”

Evelia casually gestured toward Felix. Then, closing her eyes tightly, she pressed her temple with her hand.

Maybe because she was suddenly on edge, her vision was spinning, and she felt dizzy. Amidst that, Felix’s voice unexpectedly reached her ears again.

Is the person in pain perhaps a family member?

Evelia’s complexion, which had been heavy all along, turned pale in an instant. And her dilated pupils stared straight at Felix.

“How did you… know?”
No one had explicitly mentioned being unwell, yet Felix’s insight, as if he could read minds, was astonishing. However, Felix responded indifferently.

I just know. It’s not difficult for me to figure out that much. Seeing your expression this dark, it seems like you’re not in good condition.

“I don’t know yet. I just have a feeling… just a guess.”

Hmm. Then let me come with you. I’ll be of help in some way.

“Ha, Felix. I really don’t have the energy or the mindset for meaningless banter with you today. So, please, just go away.”

Evelia shivered at Felix’s absurd suggestion. It felt like there was even a slight sense of disappointment in Felix for making such a suggestion in this situation. However, despite Evelia’s physical reaction, Felix insisted on the same stance. His subsequent words were unexpectedly serious.

Who’s talking about banter? Don’t regret it; when I offer, just pretend you can’t win and take me with you. It will definitely be helpful. Didn’t I tell you last time when you suddenly fainted and moaned, and I fixed you up?

For a moment, Evelia’s pupils narrowed. Come to think of it, he had said something similar before. He claimed to have shared his energy with her when she was moaning in pain, and thanks to that, she quickly got up. It was an unbelievable statement, but considering that she did quickly recover, she couldn’t just dismiss it.

Evelia looked at Felix with bewildered eyes. Then, he once again persuaded her.

Decide quickly. Your maid is rushing up here right now.

Evelia’s gaze involuntarily turned towards the bedroom door. Though it was quietly closed, perhaps due to Felix’s words, it felt like the door might open at any moment, revealing Phaelin.

It was a signal to go up.