Between the Star Palace of the Lisandro Empire and the outdoor gardens, a lively and swift patter of footsteps resonated on the solid marble floor of the corridor.
Sensing the approaching sound, Rainian, who had been reading a book, put it down on the table and stood up.
As he expected, he turned his head backward, and at the same time, he met the gaze of a woman urgently calling his name.
“Rainian!”
“I told you not to run like that. You tripped the last time.”
Rainian, facing his twin sister who ran towards him with the hem of her dress fluttering, expressed a caring reproach. In response, Ophelia, wrinkling her nose, offered an excuse.
“I just slipped a little because the palace corridor was slippery at that time. Anyway, that’s not important now…!”
She, with her eyes shining like Rainian’s in the lake, spoke in an excited voice.
“They’re about to arrive! The diplomatic mission from the Yufiter Empire!”
“Finally, they’re coming.”
Following the conveyed joyful news, Rainian naturally thought of someone and a smile played on his lips. Seeing his face filled with undeniable excitement, Ophelia narrowed her eyes and teased him.
“Judging by the look on your face, you’re probably thinking about the Grand Duchess Elyos. I can’t blame you. Your tearful friendship with the Grand Duchess is famous. So, she probably asked you to treat the Grand Duchess well when she comes to the Lisandro Empire.”
“It’s only natural to be happy that a friend is coming. You’re well aware of the tearful friendship between you and the Grand Duchess. So, I’m sure the Grand Duchess asked you to treat her well when she comes to the Lisandro Empire.”
“Well… When I first heard the news that she got admitted to the imperial university with top honors, and when I heard about the Grand Duchess through you, my favor grew… But still…”
Ophelia, tapping her plump lower lip with her finger, glanced at Rainian with a sly expression.
“However, you won’t know until you meet her, right? Whether you can get along with the Grand Duchess or not. Just because you and I are friends, it doesn’t mean you’ll automatically become friends with her, right?”
As if she could read his mind, Rainian, too, clearly saw her intentions. Ophelia, pretending to be sly, responded without resentment.
“You will probably like her.”
Seeing Ophelia closing her eyes as if she were cute, Rainian, who jumped towards her, gently fixed her disheveled hair.
“So, don’t make unnecessary tricks. Don’t make mistakes.”
“Ugh, you’re such a nagging brother.”
Ophelia pretended to block her ears, seemingly unbothered. As Rainian began to walk, holding onto her, she asked a question.
“Let’s go to the main palace. We need to welcome the diplomatic mission.”
“Sure. By the way, did you hear about the news of the misfits in the main palace?”
While walking in step with Ophelia, Rainian asked. Ophelia responded to his concern about the beings she called “misfits” with a smirking nod.
“1st Prince is called ‘Misfit 1’, and 2nd Prince is called ‘Misfit 2’ by me, but it’s only in front of you. Besides, they are misfits. Rather than that, isn’t it more fitting than a misfit?”
Responding to his concerned remark, Ophelia pouted her lips, making it clear that she didn’t care.
“Anyway, the misfits roasted the imperial palace, not to mention the famous tailors in the capital for the past few days.”
“Tailors?”
“Yeah. Misfit 1 persuaded them to tailor a uniform with a dignified design. He said it’s to show it to Grand Duke Elyos.
“The first prince is still concerned about the Grand Duke.”
“Anyone would think he’s still mourning the Grand Duke. Why is he so obsessed with showing himself off in front of the Grand Duke? Even if he does, Grand Duke Elyos probably wouldn’t pay any attention.”
Ophelia shook her head, clicked her tongue, and stuck out her tongue.
“Moreover, Misfit 2 is even worse. He raised his enthusiasm for tailoring his outfit, wanting to look good too.”
“The second prince? Surprising, considering he hasn’t paid much attention to his relationship with the Grand Duke so far.”
The first prince had consciously regarded Grand Duke Elyos as a rival due to the qualification complex he had since childhood. However…
The second prince, who lacked political ambition, showed little interest in his relationship with the Grand Duke even during the previous diplomatic visit. The only thing the second prince was interested in was women.
“No, Misfit 2’s interest is not towards the Grand Duke.”
“Really…?”
“Yes, it’s directly towards the Grand Duchess. He’s very excited that he can finally see Grand Duchess Elyos in person.”
“…….”
At Ophelia’s words, Rainian’s eyes became noticeably sharp. He knew better than anyone about the second prince’s actions within the social circles of the Lisandro Empire.
In Lisandro Empire, engagements or marriages among nobles or aristocrats were merely means or obligations to maintain the lineage of a family. Therefore, even if they had engaged or married partners, they freely enjoyed romantic relationships with others.
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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