Terot remained silent, contemplating. In the meantime, Ustia directed a gaze full of complaints toward Terot.
“My heart feels too stifled. I wonder what meaning there is in saying such things now, but still, let’s talk openly… I hope all the words Relia said to me were just misunderstandings.”
“…Your Majesty.”
“What are you referring to?”
Yustia was sometimes a demanding mistress, without exception even towards me, but she was also a fragile being who would let go of everything and seek comfort like a child.
So, Terot hoped that Yustia wouldn’t be too distressed this time either. Since it was related to her child, it couldn’t be painless, but he still wished it to be less painful if possible.
After contemplating for a while, Terot organized his thoughts and looked at Yustia with warm eyes.
“Your Majesty, once you confirm the truth, I believe your heart will feel somewhat relieved.”
“…The truth?”
In response to the sudden conversation, Yustia looked at Terot with a puzzled expression, as if not understanding.
Despite Yustia’s reaction, there was no sign of frustration or impatience from Terot. On the contrary, he calmly explained step by step, trying to help her understand.
“Whether the story of Relia Youngae is true or not, that’s what I mean. If the result leans in either direction, I’m asking if Your Majesty would feel a bit more at ease.”
Even after the repeated explanation, Yustia did not readily provide an answer. However, her complexion began to show greater confusion.
Although Terot felt sorry for Yustia’s appearance, he needed to firmly address this aspect to assist her.
“So, what Terot is saying now… Does it imply that there’s more weight in the possibility that Relia’s words might be true?”
“Not at all. I, too, was considerably shocked by Relia Youngae’s story, and I earnestly hope that Youngae’s story is just a misunderstanding, not unlike Your Majesty. However, even if we hope for that, it’s not entirely possible to exclude the exception that we may not want to believe.”
With a regretful gaze, Terot blurred the end of his words. Even with a question posed more to confirm Yustia’s intentions, she looked at him with a desperate expression, like someone facing an impending end.
It was heartbreaking, but Terot, in order to help her, needed to address this part firmly.
“So, to alleviate Your Majesty’s frustration, there’s no other way but to definitively grasp the truth of Relia Youngae’s story. However, delving deeply into this issue, even if we encounter the truth at the end, I cannot guarantee that it will be the answer Your Majesty desires.”
Words that might sound quite stern flowed effortlessly from Terot’s lips. Every time, Yustia’s full expression became more distorted in unbearable agony. However, the more she resisted, the more determinedly Terot looked at her.
“So, I’m asking, Your Majesty.”
“…”
“When we reach the conclusion of this issue, even if the truth you face is not the answer you desire, will you be okay with it?”
Terot, with an unusually authoritative tone, inquired about Yustia’s intentions. The hand that had been gently sweeping Yustia’s hair was now withdrawn.
Yustia, who had been finding solace in the warmth pouring out, looked at Terot with desperate eyes, as if something most precious to her had been taken away. However, there was not a hint of wavering in Terot.
Maintaining that composure, Terot spoke again after a while.
“If Your Majesty says you are okay, I will assist.”
It might have been a risky statement that could cost him everything. He knew that. Nevertheless, it was fine.
“Is there any good solution?”
“Someone has to die.”
“…What?”
There was an unmistakable sense that something was amiss with the truth sleeping within this palace. And when it surfaced, her safety could not be guaranteed.
That was the real position of Queen Yustia Garnet, and as the one who serves such Yustia, he had to bear that risk.
Terot fortified his resolve once again. Then, looking directly at Yustia, whose eyes had begun to show confusion, he answered.
“The person most dearly cherished by His Highness, the current Crown Prince… I mean, Crown Princess.”
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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