‘I even distracted her so she couldn’t see the teacup properly.’
Lotte swallowed her saliva as she looked at Estelle’s tasting. Estelle, who had gracefully poured the tea, wore a faint smile.
“Entrance (the fragrance is wonderful).”
When served tea in the royal emblem’s dazzling sunpatterned teacup, especially the golden rosehandled teacup, it was an old custom to follow the royal etiquette as a sign of respect for the royal history.
‘But these days, almost no one does it, so everyone didn’t know…’
Not only did Estelle praise the tea in ancient language, but she also evaluated it with a perfect sentence.
“Bell Nuiade Hiwa Ishiaten (but the tea tastes bitter. It would be good to adjust it).”
Perfect pronunciation, perfect etiquette. She was worthy to be the model of an imperial lady. As the surrounding people were surprised at her appearance, Estelle asked as if puzzled.
“Tenrua (Is there a problem)?”
Eyes of clear blue showing ignorance. Lotte suddenly felt angry.
‘No, something was… different.’
Confused, Lotte recalled what Estelle had said. She was surprised that she spoke ancient language fluently, but it was slightly different from what she had learned.
‘She missed one word in the middle!’
Since ancient language grammar is so irregular, Lotte had memorized the standard sentences used in social circles. And in Estelle’s fine ancient language, there was a word that a fine lady should add missing.
“Ah, I’m sorry. The sentence was slightly different from what I was thinking.”
“What’s different?”
“Yes. You must have been nervous since it’s your first tea party, so you were confused. You should say, Bell Nuiade Hiwa Ishiaten Roa.”
Lotte, like a gentle lady, gracefully corrected Duchess Blanchet’s mistake. Then she smiled sweetly at the Duke of Orteca.
“Many people in the social circle practice ancient language, but since it’s not a commonly used language, they often get confused. I hope the Duke will understand generously.”
“…….”
“Of course, you need to further devote yourself to learning.”
The ladies around them began to praise Lotte’s excellence.
“Lotte is really amazing. Normally, people don’t perfectly master ancient language like that.”
“The way she kindly corrected the mistake and apologized is so beautiful. She’s indeed a role model for society.”
“You flatter me.”
Lotte maintained a humble attitude, looking at Estelle.
‘Hmph, where did she get that confidence. Now, she can’t control her emotions, can she?’
However, Estelle was not what Lotte expected. Estelle calmly put down the tea and graciously looked at Lotte.
Rather, she was sending a pitiful look.
‘Why in the world?’
Just as Lotte couldn’t hide her bewilderment, the Duke of Orteca opened his mouth.
“Lotte.”
The Duke of Orteca furrowed his brow. At that moment, Lotte felt a sense of ominousness as if the floor would split and fall apart.
(This is a time separator.)
I clicked my tongue as I looked at Lotte.
A faint contempt had risen in the eyes of the Count of Orteca.
“The one who needs to be diligent in education is Miss Lote. Reflect on how frivolous you are.”
Lote’s face turned pale.
“What do you mean? My ancient language was wrong?”
“Ladies often attach ‘roa’ at the end of every sentence in the ancient language textbook, leading everyone to be mistaken, but in this situation, it is correct not to attach ‘roa.’ Because there are multiple people present.”
“But, then…….”
Lote’s eyes turned to me. Naturally, everyone looked at me. I lifted the corners of my mouth and smiled.
“Don’t worry, it was quite difficult.”
Honestly, I was embarrassed to be suddenly pointed out about tea etiquette. Because using ancient language when drinking from this tea cup was a natural thing to do.
‘If I had done nothing, I could have gotten by just fine.’
It was a failed attempt to stand out. Orteka, who had been looking at Lote with cold eyes, turned to look at me.
“Duchess Blanche, you are quite proficient in ancient language.”
“I still have a lot to learn.”
“Not at all. I am amazed at your excellent ancient language skills. Even a scholar who studies ancient language wouldn’t be able to speak it so fluently.”
Lote couldn’t contain her anger and her face turned bright red.
“That’s ridiculous.”
“Lote. Calm down.”
The Countess of Hetel, who had been shamed by her daughter, abruptly stood up. Her hand was also full of cold sweat.
“Ho ho, thanks to the knowledge of Duchess Blanche, our inexperienced Lote has gained much enlightenment. She’s still young and has much to learn, doesn’t she?”
“Oh my. Goodness. I was mistaken again.”
I widened my eyes in surprise.
“I thought the Countess of Hetel was older than me.”
“Our Lote is older than you, Duchess. But that’s because you are so outstanding, not because our Lote is…”
Trying to cover her mistake, the Countess of Hetel looked at the face of Orteka. Orteka, who had been staring at the Countess of Hetel with an expressionless face, opened his mouth.
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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