If the Duchess found out that I, an eightyearold, had read books filled with keywords like contract marriage, window shopping couples, and postdivorce romance, she might faint.
“Romance novels?”
His seemed unfamiliar with them as well.
“If it’s the new release of these authors, anything is fine.”
I mentioned a few famous author names.
“Oh, and just in case, don’t buy the ones with red stickers. No, don’t even open them.”
Though the sales clerk would probably stop young His before he got close, I emphasized it again just to be safe.
“Red stickers?”
His looked even more confused.
“Yes… I just don’t like that genre.”
I choked back tears and explained energetically.
I might be an adult in mind, but my body is a child’s. If the Duchess caught me reading a book with a red sticker…
Then I would run away from home, regardless of saving money for independence.
“Yes.”
His nodded and seemed to ponder for a moment.
“Don’t you want anything else?”
I shook my head immediately.
“No, I don’t particularly need anything else.”
It was hard enough to think of novels. Anything more, and I felt like my head would explode.
His’s smile remained, but his expression seemed somehow downcast.
“Please let me know if you think of anything later. I want to fulfill your wishes and know your heart, Princess Reina.”
“Yes… I will.”
When I awkwardly cut off the conversation, His smiled broadly as if to relieve the burden.
“We are partners who share a secret, after all.”
[Star Icon][Star Icon][Star Icon]While His went to quickly fetch the books, I, worried about Kirian and Esmeralda, went to look for them.
Considering Esmeralda’s tastes, I thought the two of them might be enjoying a tea party or dressing up somewhere in the mansion, but no matter where I looked, I couldn’t find them.
After wandering around for a while, I finally found them practicing swordsmanship in the training ground.
The problem was that Esmeralda, who was supposed to receive the favor, didn’t look happy at all?
“Is this how you do it?”
Esmeralda swung the practice sword down with a quite plausible form.
However, Kirian’s eyes seemed to catch even the smallest mistakes.
“That’s not how you use your shoulder.”
Kirian lifted the sword in his hand. A precise action whisked by in an instant.
The wind from the sword strike caused Esmeralda’s hair to splay in all directions.
“Is it like this?”
Certainly, Kirian had done something, but it seemed like Esmeralda was the one who couldn’t properly see what it was and was trying hard to imitate it.
“No.”
Kirian firmly shook his head.
“You’re still using your shoulder wrong.”
Esmeralda suddenly tugged at her ears a few times, then carefully opened her mouth.
“Can I grab your shoulder just once when you move? I can’t tell by just looking.”
Kirian pondered for a moment and then slowly nodded his head.
“Okay.”
Esmeralda carefully placed her hand on Kirian’s shoulder and shuddered.
“Your Highness…! Your shoulder feels like a winter pillow stuffed to the brim with feathers!”
I could only watch enviously from afar.
I too, I too can handle a winter pillow well stuffed with feathers…!
But deep down, I was worried about Esmeralda. She had made such a big mistake last time, and she still didn’t understand the situation.
Kirian hesitated and laid down his sword, and I gulped along with him.
It’s not something I could have done. He’s even holding a practice sword.
“Do women like this kind of thing?”
Huh? It was a somewhat different reaction than I expected.
“What kind of thing?”
Esmeralda seemed quite confused as well.
Kirian’s cheeks turned a little pink.
“Winter pillows.”
Has Sowon become a turning point in their awkward relationship? I couldn’t believe Kirian, who even blushed as he spoke.
“I love it! I really love it!”
Esmeralda clapped her hands in delight.
“Your Highness is like a doll that every girl dreams of! Wooden dolls are beautiful but hard, and stuffed dolls are fluffy but making a pretty one is impossible.”
Esmeralda’s hand continued to hover around Kirian’s face, as if she wanted to pinch his cheek but didn’t have the courage.
“I would love to dress you in all sorts of beautiful clothes if I could.”
Kirian crossed his arms and fell into deep thought.
“So, girls prefer something soft rather than tall and rigid?”
“Of course!”
Kirian’s brow furrowed further in thought.
“Lady Esmeralda.”
“Yes?”
“Do women prefer something soft even when they grow up?”
“Um… I haven’t grown up yet, so I don’t know.”
Esmeralda chose her words carefully in response to Kirian’s serious question.
“My cousins, who are over ten, all say they’re bored with playing with dolls.”
Esmeralda’s lips stuck out.
“Instead of playing dolls with me, they all just talk about romance novels? They discuss which male protagonist is cool.”
Esmeralda shrugged.
“I’ve read them too, but I don’t get it. I think Your Highness Kirian, who’s like a doll, is much prettier.”
Kirian’s face was scrunched up in deep thought.
From his quietly muttering mouth, I could make out the repetition of words like “over ten” and “novel hero.” Then he seemed to make a decision and nodded his head.
“Thank you, Lady. It’s been very helpful.”
It was a historical moment when Kirian actually thanked someone. I scratched my head a few times, unable to believe it.
Is this the fate of the male and female protagonists?
Although it was inevitable, I couldn’t shake off a subtle feeling of disappointment. But the original story was just beginning, and Kirian said he would become best friends with me.
Kirian glanced at Esmeralda’s sword.
“Have you finished training now?”
Esmeralda hesitated but soon nodded her head.
“Yes. Thank you for your help.”
Kirian started to walk away hurriedly as soon as Esmeralda’s words fell.
“Then excuse me. I’m a bit busy.”
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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