“The day has finally come.”
The duke’s wedding was just around the corner.
Having checked the final preparations for the chapel, where the ceremony was to be held, and the Great Hall for the reception, Gregory let out a satisfied sigh.
“The wedding cake and banquet dishes are all prepared without a hitch.”
Marlin, having finished overseeing the massive banquet preparations, returned. The empire’s master pastry chef had made a grand wedding cake and various appetizers, main courses, and desserts were readied using only the finest ingredients.
“Everyone has worked hard until the very end.”
“You should take a break earlier today, Miss Idel.”
Gregory suggested to Idel, who was still working in her office the day before the wedding.
Thanks to the workaholic future Duchess, administrative tasks had become much smoother. However, if the Duke found out she worked up to the day before the wedding, she would have to deal with his anger, just like last time.
“Right. I also have something to discuss with Miss Idel.”
Marlin, looking a bit nervous, chimed in. She recalled what she needed to teach the future Duchess on the night before the wedding and swallowed hard.
“Shall we talk now?”
“After dinner, the maids have prepared a fragrance massage for you. I’ll speak to you after your massage and before you go to bed.”
Watching Marlin, whose cheeks were flushed with an awkward expression, Idel felt a bit puzzled but nodded her head.
“The Duke plans to wrap up his outside engagements quickly and return home today.”
Upon hearing the news of the Duke from Gregory, Idel’s eyes deepened and she lost herself in thought for a moment. She hadn’t seen his face for about a week now.
Due to a tradition where the bride and groom should not see each other for 7 days before the wedding, she intentionally hadn’t met him.
“Is His Highness well?”
She had thought she’d feel better not seeing his face, but she cautiously inquired about the Duke, whom she had been worried about all the while.
“Of course, he is…! I mean, he’s doing well.”
Gregory, taken aback by Idel’s question, took a deep breath and quickly concluded.
‘Men’s hysteria is indeed worse…’
Having to deal with the increasingly sensitive Duke over the past week had been killing Gregory. These days, the Duke was getting agitated even over minor issues.
No, he seemed to intentionally vent out his frustrations. Handling his prickly temperament had drained Gregory, who now heaved a deep sigh.
The cause of the Duke’s hysteria was likely the damn tradition of not seeing the future Duchess before the wedding. Gregory would bet all he had on it.
Thank goodness the wedding was tomorrow! Gregory eagerly awaited the Duke and future Duchess’s honeymoon.
Though left with the heavy administrative duties of the Ducal House, it felt like heaven compared to the past week with the Duke.
‘If he finds out what I said, he won’t let it slide.’
The wise aide chose not to share the Duke’s discomfort with the future Duchess. After all, it would be resolved by tomorrow.
Explaining the future Duchess’s daily routine to the Duke every night would also end today.
‘The life of a competent aide is tough…’
Gregory shook his head, wishing for tomorrow to come quickly.
“I’m glad he’s doing well.”
Seems like I was the only one who was worried… Idel, looking a tad gloomy, set the paperwork she was sorting out on the desk with a thud.
“Shall we wrap up now?”
With a slightly louder voice than usual, Idel gave the two a gentle smile.
[This is the time separator]“Miss Idel, your skin is magnificent.”
“It’s flawlessly clear.”
“Her skin is as precious as the silk that comes from the East.”
The maidservants were busy admiring Idel as they applied fragrant oil to her body, massaging her arms and legs diligently.
In the midst of them, Idel, with her ears slightly flushed, closed her eyes a little. It seemed she would need more time to get used to the pampering from the maids.
‘I wonder if the Duke will also be amazed on our wedding night?’
‘Did you see the negligee sent from Charlotte’s dressing room?’
‘Of course! Won’t the Duke confuse the soft silk with Miss Idel’s skin?’
The young maids whispered among themselves, giggling at their own imaginations. As much as they were looking forward to the grand wedding of the Duke’s mansion, the most anticipated event was the wedding night. Recalling scenes from romance novels, the maids’ cheeks turned rosy.
“Ahem! If the massage is over, start cleaning up.”
Marlin shooed away the excited maids, and sat across the table from Idel, who was dressed in a Schumiz dress.
On the table in the Duchess’s room was a night tea prepared by Marlin, made from herbs beneficial for skin beauty and deep sleep.
“Please have some, Miss Idel.”
“You should have some too, Marlin.”
Marlin silently watched Idel drink her tea, lifting her cup.
Idel, with her hair let down, looked younger than usual. Seeing her clear, innocent eyes, Marlin bit her lip in distress.
“Marlin, is there something wrong? You don’t look well.”
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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