The Secret Night at Unyeon Palace (Completed Main Story) - Chapter 13
With great effort, Eun Seol pried open her heavy, unopened eyes to find the day already bright, sunlight peeking playfully into the room.
“Are you awake? You seem to have drunk quite a bit—how’s your stomach feeling?”
Startled by the sudden voice, Eun Seol swallowed the sigh rising in her throat and bolted upright.
Beside her, Court Lady Eom was watching her with a concerned expression.
“Please drink this—it should help settle your stomach.”
Court Lady Eom lifted a bowl from the table and held it out before her.
Though her stomach wasn’t upset, her head throbbed as if it might split open.
Looking at Court Lady Eom’s face as she offered the honeyed water, Eun Seol sensed there was much she wanted to say.
“His Excellency has finished breakfast and says to meet him at the training grounds.”
“The training grounds? Why there?”
“I’m not entirely sure. Judging by the clothes he sent over, he doesn’t seem to intend merely showing you around—he probably plans to train with you. Well, you’ll find out once you get there.”
Following Court Lady Eom’s gesture, Eun Seol saw a neatly arranged set of garments.
At first glance, they certainly didn’t look like ordinary attire.
“What exactly are these clothes?”
“They appear to be military uniforms suitable for women.”
“He truly asked me to wear *these* and come to the training grounds?”
Instead of answering, Court Lady Eom simply nodded—and Eun Seol began pondering.
There was no reason for him to show her the training grounds, yet if not for that, why insist she wear such clothing?
She had a strong feeling she’d committed some serious blunder last night, yet nothing came to mind.
Suddenly, her head went blank.
“Don’t be so frightened. He surely wouldn’t challenge you to a sword duel.”
“Court Lady Eom, I’m almost certain I made a major mistake in front of His Excellency last night—but for the life of me, I can’t recall what it was.”
“A mistake?”
“It seems I fell asleep mid-drinking… What should I do? Could he possibly be angry over something like that?”
“What? You fell asleep, intoxicated?”
Suddenly, Court Lady Eom burst into laughter. Embarrassed anew by the memory of last night, Eun Seol set the honeyed water back down on the tray.
This wasn’t something to laugh about—Eun Seol felt her insides burn with frustration.
Noticing her expression, Court Lady Eom suppressed her lingering smile and composed her tone.
“If it’s just that, don’t worry about it at all. If anyone’s at fault, it’s His Excellency for pressing you to drink—you bear no blame. In fact, knowing he fretted all night makes me feel relieved.”
“What worries me is the possibility I said something inappropriate.”
“Even that, don’t concern yourself with. If he asks, simply say you remember nothing. How could His Excellency press you further if you truly can’t recall?”
Even as she said this, a faint smile remained at the corners of Court Lady Eom’s mouth.
The problem wasn’t that Eun Seol was pretending ignorance—she genuinely remembered *nothing*.
“Court Lady Eom, have you known His Excellency for long?”
“Well… certainly over ten years, I’d say.”
“When he’s angry, how does he usually act? I’m just curious what kind of person he is.”
Rather than answering directly, Court Lady Eom merely smiled and again extended the honeyed water from the tray.
“Finish drinking. Are you afraid His Excellency will scold or punish you in anger?”
“It’s not that…”
Though to admit she wasn’t afraid would be a lie.
If she’d truly misspoken, he would surely be furious.
The fact he’d abruptly summoned her to the training grounds suggested *something* had happened—yet not knowing what left her anxious and unsettled.
She bit her lower lip, repeatedly opening and closing her palms—a habitual gesture whenever she felt nervous or uneasy.
Frustrated at once again revealing her weakness, she let out an involuntary sigh.
Quietly observing her until then, Court Lady Eom finally spoke slowly.
“You needn’t worry. Under no circumstance will the Grand Prince ever raise his voice at you. I can’t speak for the past, but from now on, it will be so. Moreover, once you come to know him better, you’ll realize he’s a deeply thoughtful man—one who always considers those close to him first. That’s why anyone who once opens their heart to him holds him as dear as life itself. Do you feel a little more at ease now?”
Her earlier question hadn’t stemmed solely from concern over last night’s incident.
She’d been curious about him—this man who seemed so different from what she thought she knew.
The rumors of his decadence and womanizing now struck her as untrue; and the glimpses he occasionally showed her suggested he wasn’t, in fact, cold-hearted at all.
Hearing Court Lady Eom’s words, something unexpectedly softened in her chest.
Perhaps what she thought she knew wasn’t the whole truth.
“Is His Excellency already at the training grounds?”
“Most likely. And if he asks about anything—just firmly insist you remember nothing.”
As she handed over the clothes beside her, Court Lady Eom repeated the instruction once more, firmly.
* * *
Though the sky had been clear until morning, it suddenly darkened—and rain began to fall.
This year, spring showers had been unusually frequent,
making it difficult to properly admire the fully bloomed flowers.
What started as a light drizzle gradually thickened into heavier rain over time.
Though not a torrential downpour, it showed no sign of stopping anytime soon.
At least, thankfully, there was no thunder or lightning.
Having changed into the military uniform to head for the training grounds, Eun Seol had to change again and step outside.
It seemed she wouldn’t be able to visit the training grounds after all.
Just as she was debating whether she still ought to seek out the Grand Prince, he suddenly appeared before her.
Holding an umbrella, he stared intently at her.
He didn’t look angry—but neither was his gaze particularly warm.
“I heard you were looking for me. I was just about to head to the training grounds myself, but the rain prevented it.”
“Are you all right?”
“…What?”
Expecting reproach, she was caught off guard when he instead asked if she was okay.
After standing dazed for a moment, she only snapped back to her senses when she noticed his furrowed brow.
Apparently, he was inquiring about last night’s drinking.
“I’m fine—my head aches a bit, but it’s bearable.”
“That’s not what I meant… Never mind. Since the rain makes the training grounds impractical—and to help cool your aching head while we talk—would you accompany me briefly to Dowon Pavilion?”
“D-Dowon Pavilion?”
She couldn’t fathom why, of all places, he’d choose *Dowon Pavilion*—a site tied to painful memories—especially on a day like this, drenched in rain.
Silently swallowing a sigh, she murmured under her breath:
“If we have something to discuss, couldn’t we do it in my room…?”
“Aren’t rooms stifling? A headache from drinking only worsens when you stay indoors. And on a day like today, with no thunder or lightning, there’s no need to be afraid. Besides—you can’t live your whole life in fear, can you?”
Only then did she realize his earlier question hadn’t been about her hangover, but about her fear of rainy days.
Instantly, her quietly beating heart surged wildly.
The drum-like pounding in her chest mingled with the sound of rain—fortunately, it seemed he hadn’t heard.
“You won’t come?”
“Ah—I will. Just wait a moment; let me fetch an outer robe.”
“No need for that. Just hold onto this.”
He placed the umbrella in her hands, then removed his own overcoat and draped it around her shoulders.
After fastening the ties securely, he reclaimed the umbrella and stepped down into the courtyard.
“It may look odd since it’s a bit large, but it’s better than getting soaked by wind and rain. Shall we go?”
Walking side by side beneath the shared umbrella, their bodies repeatedly brushed against each other with each step.
Every sense in her body sharpened; tension rendered her limbs stiff.
To avoid contact, Eun Seol deliberately edged slightly away from him.
“If you keep walking so far away, your clothes will get soaked. Last night, you leaned so comfortably against my chest—yet now, suddenly, you observe propriety? I don’t understand why.”
“What? Leaned? Who leaned against whom?”
“Ha—you surely aren’t about to give that clichéd reply: ‘I don’t remember,’ are you?”
She’d nearly said exactly that—but clamped her mouth shut instead.
It wasn’t a cliché; she genuinely remembered *nothing*.
Just what *had* she done last night?
Curiosity gnawed at her, yet fear of his answer kept her from asking.
“Last night, I overindulged and made a mistake. I’m truly sorry.”
All she could manage, in the end, was an apology.
She thought she heard the faintest trace of amusement in his light chuckle.
“There’s no need to apologize. It didn’t bother me at all—in fact, learning your true feelings made it a night I’ll remember for the rest of my life.”
“…”
“You didn’t commit any grave error, so there’s no need to be so tense. And even if you don’t recall anything, it’s fine. Though I admit it’s a little lonely, always remembering alone—I’m accustomed to doing things by myself, so even that is acceptable.”
His gaze, previously fixed on empty air, settled steadily upon her.
Was it her imagination?
His eyes, as he looked at her, seemed unusually warm and tender—yet also, somehow, quietly determined.
Unable to withstand his frank, intense stare, she looked away first.
For no reason she could name, her heart raced; she struggled to exhale properly and swallowed hard.
Just then, his hand unexpectedly settled on her shoulder.
“Your clothes are getting soaked. Come closer under the umbrella.”
As he finished speaking, his firm arm drew her securely against his side.
Her face burned so fiercely she thought it couldn’t possibly grow hotter.
Awkward—yet pleasant.
Embarrassing—yet happy.
For the first time, a rainy day felt not frightening, but beautiful.
At that moment, someone rushed toward them from afar, shattering the quiet.
“Your Excellency—you must come at once.”
“What now?”
He snapped irritably toward Seo Yeom, who had sprinted up breathlessly.
Refusing to release Eun Seol as she tried to pull away, he tightened his arm around her possessively.
Seo Yeom subtly turned his head aside.
“The Tae Seong Merchant Group has sent word—the matter you requested is complete, and they’ve come for your confirmation.”
“I see. Tell them I’ll be there shortly; have everything prepared.”
Watching Seo Yeom vanish into the rain, he extended the umbrella toward her.
Then, turning back, he wrapped his arm around her shoulder once more and spoke slowly:
“What shall we do? It seems I must attend to this urgent matter.”
“I’m fine—please go ahead.”
“Today’s rain makes it impossible, but come to the training grounds tomorrow at noon. And—come dressed in your military uniform. If you don’t, you’ll regret it.”
After a brief hesitation, Eun Seol replied in a barely audible voice:
“Yes, I understand. But… why the training grounds…?”
Before she could finish asking the reason, he strode quickly away, disappearing from her sight.
Why, *exactly*, did he insist she come to the training grounds?
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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