Belia appeared in the banquet hall, dressed in a deep, reddish-colored dress.
In stark contrast to the pure and innocent image of the bride seen during the day, people were mesmerized by this new appearance.
Belia, who always had a clean and pure image, now appeared with a captivating aura, making it impossible for anyone to look away.
And Raul was no exception.
‘Belia…!’
Uncontrollable desire surged within him. However, there were too many watchful eyes here.
Raul, accustomed to concealing his emotions, suppressed his desires.
“Oh my goodness. Look at Princess Belia.”
“You are truly beautiful.”
“But above all, Princess, your character is exceptionally splendid.”
Among the ladies, praises for Belia could be heard one after another.
And these compliments also reached Ellyn’s ears.
Ellyn hated Belia. She couldn’t help feeling jealous.
It was despairing to realize that she had such emotions.
Being pushed aside by someone she hadn’t even considered before, after always receiving attention from everyone, was an uncomfortable feeling.
Moreover, the person she loved still held Princess Belia in his heart and couldn’t forget her.
‘…I really dislike this. I hate it so much.’
The more brightly Belia smiled, the more Ellyn’s mood sank.
‘I should talk to Father.’
Her twisted feelings were unalterable.
At that moment, Raul casually wrapped his arm around Ellyn’s shoulder and spoke.
“Ellyn. Shall we go congratulate the protagonists too?”
He extended his arm to Ellyn.
Staring blankly at his actions, Ellyn soon seemed to make a decision, and her expression solidified.
“Sure, Your Highness.”
As Belia and Khalid entered the banquet hall, they approached the emperor, empress, and empress dowager seated on the platform.
“Oh. Should we call you Empress now instead of Princess?”
The emperor rose from his seat to welcome them.
“Thanks to Your Majesty’s grace, the wedding ceremony was successfully completed.”
“Haha. No, really. How does our Empress manage to be so charming with her words?”
The emperor praised Belia with exaggerated gestures.
Lately, whenever the emperor saw Belia, he couldn’t help but burst into laughter. He knew that Belia was the reason he could ascend to the throne, so he often laughed heartily when he saw her.
Having created a history that would elevate his reputation, Belia, in a sense, had become a matter of course for the emperor.
Seeing the emperor, Belia smiled brightly and turned to greet the empress.
“Empress Dowager.”
It was their first encounter since that day.
The empress dowager didn’t look well.
However, thanks to the effective antidote, it wasn’t at a dangerous level.
“…Why did you summon me to such an occasion?”
The empress dowager opened her mouth coldly, exuding an air of displeasure.
“I understand it’s uncomfortable, but I still hoped that Empress Dowager would watch over us.”
“You did something unnecessary.”
Despite the empress dowager’s sarcasm, Belia just smiled.
Knowing that it wasn’t sincere.
Khalid, who had been staring at the empress dowager’s face, eventually remained silent without saying anything.
“We’ll pay a visit later, Empress Dowager.”
“…Don’t come. It’s bothersome.”
“Even so, now that we’ve officially become part of the imperial family, it’s only right to greet you properly.”
Even after the empress dowager rejected her, Belia continued to smile, and eventually, the empress dowager turned her head away.
This conversation was enough. With this, they had a plausible reason to meet the empress dowager again.
Later, they also exchanged light greetings with the empress.
But it was distinctively different from the greetings offered to the emperor and empress.
In the presence of the empress, it was as if the empress dowager was nothing.
‘Everyone must be watching this.’
Yes. Remember it clearly.
That the empress still holds that position.
Belia’s lips curled slightly upwards.
Afterward, Khalid and Belia turned and stood at the center of the platform.
“We express our gratitude to everyone who attended our wedding, and we hope you enjoy the delightful banquet.”
Khalid addressed everyone, displaying a confident and neat attitude.
Usually, it was Raul who spoke at such attention-grabbing events. Therefore, when Khalid raised a glass towards the audience, it felt somewhat awkward. However, his demeanor was so natural that any discomfort quickly faded away.
And then, the music changed.
Belia and Khalid descended the flower-decorated stairs gracefully. Upon reaching the center of the hall, they held hands. Khalid’s hand encircled Belia’s waist.
“Hoo….”
As Belia exhaled, Khalid, with a playful tone, asked, “Nervous?”
“Well, yes. After all, this dance marks the beginning.”
They skillfully danced to the elegant melody, moving with a flow like flowing water.
“After this, we need to exchange greetings with Duke Tessa.”
Saying so, Belia spun around.
Her red dress spread and folded with each step she took, creating a rustling sound.
“If it were Grandfather, he would probably really like you.”
“I wouldn’t know.”
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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