The Ronika Royal Castle was generally tranquil.
Of course, there were many people coming and going, befitting a kingdom’s castle, and the workers were diligent in their tasks. But the atmosphere was cozy and warm rather than dynamic.
Such a castle was unusually noisy after a long time.
In this unfamiliar, excited atmosphere, Velia looked around.
From the king to the royalty, the ministers, and the elders of the nobility who were near Velia standing on the stairs, everyone had gathered outside.
“How are you feeling?”
At that moment, the Herald standing next to her cautiously asked, scrutinizing Velia’s expression.
Knowing perfectly well why her brother was watching her, Velia responded with a bright smile, pretending she knew nothing.
“I’m very happy.”
The Herald laughed awkwardly at Velia’s response, which was no different than usual.
It was an overwhelmingly uncomfortable expression to anyone who saw it.
‘He should just ask outright. My brother, really…’
That’s why.
The reason why all these overly formal people are gathered in one place and the Herald keeps looking at her expression from the corner of his eye is because…
“Wow!”
“Welcome to the Kingdom of Ronika!”
“Kyaa! Prince Khaled!”
It was because Prince Khaled, the second prince of the empire and rumored to have some kind of relationship with Velia recently, was officially visiting the castle.
Finally, cheers began to echo from near the main gate, indicating his arrival.
‘Finally…!’
After his visit to the castle, Khaled had sent a letter stating that he would officially visit the Kingdom of Ronika. Although the matter had already been discussed with the king, it was a time when superficial actions were important.
Raul, the first prince, had already arrived in Ronika and was leading a joint investigation team of the empire and the kingdom, and now Prince Khaled, the second prince, was visiting the castle.
Two princes of the empire visiting the same country at the same time.
It was the first time this had happened, so it was clear that other countries would be watching with great interest.
“Don’t be unnecessarily rude to the second prince.”
“……Hmm.”
Herald did not respond to Velia’s apparent concern for the second prince with a simpleminded attitude.
How dare he meet my sister in secret…!
In Herald’s eyes, burning with anger, Khaled was no different from a thief.
‘No. The rumor didn’t say it was true.’
As Herald, who tried to calm himself as much as possible, looked towards the main gate, he could see the second prince, the instigator of all this, leading his knights and attendants in a procession.
As he approached the castle, people scrutinized Velia’s expression and behavior.
They were all faces dying to know if the rumors were true that they were lovers.
“Well… he looks okay, I guess.”
Herald grumbled unnecessarily rudely. Velia chuckled at this. It seemed he was instinctively defensive because the man was rumored to be involved with his sister.
“He’s more handsome up close.”
At her teasing words full of mischief, Herald turned his head to look at her, his eyes wide open.
His gaze was full of unspoken questions, asking if the rumors were really true.
Velia didn’t answer his question.
After all, their relationship would be revealed to everyone in a little while.
Velia, who let out a meaningful laugh, checked Raul’s face, which was slightly visible behind Herald.
Although he was smiling brightly, she knew it was a facade.
His slightly twisted lips and the thumb and forefinger he frequently fiddled with.
It was his longstanding habit that appeared whenever something didn’t sit well with him.
‘Ah. What a farce…!’
As she coldly watched him, a conversation she had with Raul a few days ago came to mind.
As she thought, her face crumpled with a snap, and anger welled up.
“He’s far better compared to someone.”
Although no one was specified, Herald seemed to understand right away and muttered quietly.
“Well, he’s likely to be less annoying than the first prince.”
“Pfft!”
This time, Cloche, who was next to him, couldn’t help but burst into laughter.
“Cloche…….”
“Ah. Sorry, sis.”
Cloche apologized in a laughing voice and immediately managed her expression again.
As Prince Khaled reached the entrance of the castle, the king and queen of the Ronika Kingdom greeted him at the very front. They then offered words of welcome.
Khaled, with a faint smile on his face, not the icy look he had when he first saw Velia, expressed gratitude for the king and queen’s welcome.
“Sis. It seems I was right.”
“About what?”
“About the second prince. You get it, right?”
Cloche poked Velia’s side as she spoke.
Velia, initially confused, quickly remembered their previous conversation and gritted her teeth to suppress laughter.
She had to strive to not break her dignified facade.
“What are you talking about?”
“It’s a secret between you and me, sis. So don’t ask, brother.”
“You guys are leaving me out and having fun conversations again, aren’t you?”
Why She Is Still Unmoved (Female-dominant)
One-line summary: He uses various methods to seek her affection, but she remains unmoved.
Synopsis:
Si Qingyu is a doctor who has saved countless lives and enjoys tranquility.
Luo Shaoxuan is ruthless, deeply scheming, and the top young master in the capital. He admires Si Qingyu.
Luo Shaoxuan: I want to be the only one in your eyes and heart.
Features a cold and calm female lead vs A noble and scheming male lead.
There will be both sweetness and torture towards the male after their marriage.
