Chapter 144 – The Road to the Destination (3)
Days spent with the young nanny continued.
It is ambiguous to see that things are going well.
Isn’t it?
At most, one nanny had changed.
Even if a part called Edelis Bride came into his life, there would not be a clear turning point.
There is no change in the fact that people have to suffocate in order to live fully without getting caught up in the rapids.
However, there seems to be some degree of change.
One day, Leon overheard the whispers of an employee.
It was a superficial remark about a girl named Edelis Bride.
Sinister, damned.
Even empty words weren’t good enough to describe Leon’s young nanny.
A list of popular words that remind you of uncleanness.
Just looking at this, I felt that there was a situation.
Well, that’s why she must have come in as her own nanny.
However, asking her about her old ways hurt her pride for her Leon.
So I decided to give it a little pressure.
“Edelis.”
Edelis, who was just cleaning Leon’s private room, turned her head.
“Yes, lower.”
“Sometimes there’s an interesting rumor floating around.”
“… Are you talking about rumors?”
“There were rumors about a girl who brought fire and curses. Any guesses?”
The white-haired girl sent an intelligible gaze.
“Are you curious about my story?”
It was a very direct statement.
Leon’s face was terribly distorted.
She had expected her to come out like this, but seeing it in person was another matter.
“I didn’t say that, but isn’t that self-conscious?”
“Oh, is that so?”
“If you want to talk about something, there’s nothing I won’t listen to…”
“No. There was no such intention. I’m sorry, low.”
It was a refusal to even expect that this would happen.
Leon had the feeling that something had been tricked.
If you hang here, you’ll get very nauseous.
“… Done. I’m not asking either.”
Since then, Leon has never brought up the topic of her rumors to Edelis.
Her wounded pride is also her pride, but she realized that the more she inquired, the more she lived with her hatred.
In fact, it doesn’t matter much if her nanny hates her a little.
… No, but why?
‘You’re kind, Lord Leon.’
Those words shook her heart.
It’s a strange feeling.
* * *
Her own mother, who was her concubine, was removed by her queen.
It is an exemplary example that presumptuous greed leads to ruin.
From then on, Leon was acutely aware of the words of those who did not know the subject.
That’s why she had to not get caught with a useless pod or book.
To be specific, it must be shown that there is no intention of aiming for the kingship itself.
Leon led a debauched life that seemed like that, and even when there were bad rumors, he did not take any action to cover them up.
‘Actually, I have no interest in the throne.’
Become the absolute ruler of the kingdom, wielding feudal lords, enforcing policies, and sharing diplomacy with other countries?
That’s good
It will be rewarding.
But.
Except for the knife that might fall on top of her head.
Being a king doesn’t mean you can avoid assassinations or political threats.
In fact, according to the history books I read, there were often cases in which the king was executed due to the radical forces who took the reverse.
Even if you manage to survive on the thin ice board and become the king, another thin ice board will just play.
What would you do that crazy thing to enjoy the wealth and glory?
At least it wasn’t Leon’s taste to use his hair complicatedly.
Throne.
What a big deal.
When I see those who are blinded by power, I can only laugh.
Yes, yes
Give the throne to my dog-like brother.
I don’t need all this.
There is nothing to be said even if you dismiss it as nonsense that is full of noble lineage.
However, if someone wants this position, I’ll give it right away.
If only I could change it.
For Leon, the royal lineage is like a curse.
The curse of being unable to leave just because you don’t want to do it, because you don’t want to do it.
The surroundings are forcing Leon.
Just because he was of royal blood.
I want it to be an unreasonable world.
‘Leon. Please live.’
Those were the last words his mother left behind.
To young Leon, those words were etched into his heart like a stigma.
But as time passes, he begins to have doubts.
What do you do with a life like this?
Was there any misfortune?
I heard a voice clearing my head that was bubbling with thoughts.
“Lowering.”
It’s a sweet tone whenever you hear it.
When I opened my closed eyes, I saw a girl who could be seen as acceptable.
The black and white uniform is quite stylish.
“Is it Edelis?”
It was a deep voice.
Edelis asked cautiously.
“Did you sleep?”
Leon gasped and snorted.
“You can take a nap, right?”
“Sorry.”
“What.”
“I wonder if I’ve disturbed your sleep…”
“Done. When did you say you cared about that?”
“Sorry.”
Leon looked at the girl calmly.
He was a guy with unknown intentions.
Why would she take on the role of a nanny to an uncomfortable, dangerous, and troublesome bastard like herself?
It was also a girl who was not much older than himself and her age.
However, it is a little subtle to see that the current situation is as bad as it is.
After having a conversation with Edelis, the young nanny, in her own way.
“Stop apologizing. I will have a scab on my ear. What is your business?”
It is harder than you think to find pure conversation partners who are not trembling in fear or giving cold eyes.
Edelis Bride was like an outlet for Leon, who lives a stuffy palace life.
Whether you know it or not, she is talking about a boring schedule.
“Your Majesty, today’s schedule is to visit the first prince’s swordsmanship promotion celebration reception.”
Know.
Who do you think doesn’t know
She leaned back against the back of her chair and crossed her legs.
She then cupped the back of her head with her arms and pursed her lips.
“I don’t know why such a clever person would want to receive congratulations from his younger brother. If he wants to be recognized like that, he will babble in the arms of his subjects who honor him.”
“You are talking too much.”
“Can’t I speak my mind in my room?”
“Who knows if there are ears to hear.”
“That’s right. There are too many pups in the royal palace. “
How do you know who’s listening even now?
The girl asked in a very businesslike tone.
“Lord Leon, would you like to postpone the schedule?”
“I want to subtract rather than delay. Even if I went there, I would be living like the 2nd Prince of Cheondeok.”
In fact, the eyes that were locked in them were eyes that could not be eaten together.
If I had a spoon, I would have dug out all of them, but it’s a pity.
“It’s too bad. How nice it would be if everything went my way.”
That said, I had to participate.
I hate to say it.
Leon’s eyes widened wildly.
“Edelith, are you being cocky?”
“I know that Lord Leon embraces you with great generosity.”
“If you can’t speak.”
Where should I go to meet my brother?
* * *
A celebration of the achievement of the swordsmanship of the first prince.
I guess it was such a lame name.
Leon scanned the crowd.
Objectively, it was a pretty extravagant party.
You paid a lot of money for improving your swordsmanship a little, yes.
It was not unreasonable for Leon to feel that way. In the banquet hall, a scene that seemed to attract people’s eyes unfolded.
A colorful banquet, a venue where you can feel the wonderful architectural beauty, and powerful nobles and their children dressed up nicely.
“You all came dressed up.”
I must be full of heart to lick my brother’s ass.
I didn’t bother to bring it up.
Because it was obvious that Edelis, who was waiting on me, would shoot at me.
“Lord Leon, don’t you get along with the others?”
“Does my personality have friends?”
She let out a light sigh, opening her mouth and eyes wide.
“… Ah.”
Why do you understand and fuck?
Leon sat down at the table and pushed the greasy food into her mouth before she chinned Edelis.
“Don’t stand, but sit down and eat some food. It is a lie that there is nothing to eat at the famous banquet house. It’s just delicious.”
“What kind of gossip could there be if someone like that was sitting with poor Leon…”
Leon replied, carelessly biting off the meat.
“I’m already a crazy bastard, so even if I increase more, I’m not impressed.”
“I am being sentenced to death.”
Well.
I kind of hate that.
If Edelis is severely beaten, she won’t be out for a while.
Unlike her behavior that seems to be obedient, she is a guy who expresses her intentions clearly, so she has a tangy savory taste.
She would be very empty without him.
“Tsk, then is it okay when you’re alone with me later?”
“Um, that’s about it…”
It was Edelis whose defense was looser than the first.
She was the kind of guy who just cut her off and rejected her, but she must be scared of spending time with her.
By the way she is her one-on-one meal with her face to face.
If she was Edelis Bride in a normal state, she would have refused, but it seems that there is a seat.
If you see that you can’t refuse quickly.
This was a decent harvest for killing time at a boring banquet.
By the way, why is the nobleman, the protagonist of the party, so procrastinating?
The plan to go away just by looking at her face is falling apart.
It was in the middle of the expression on his face.
“Oh, I didn’t have high expectations, but it turned out well. Little brother.”
It was a riot.
She’s so fucked up that the way she’s made up her dick to look like an adult is clearly visible.
Leon immediately figured out who the opponent was.
“I can come out at least for my brother’s celebratory party.”
Leon showed a laugh that was thoroughly faked.
It was the same over there.
On the outside, they are friendly, but on the inside, twisted brothers face each other.
The inside filled with greasy meat seems to be turned inside out.
The first prince looked away from Leon and looked at the attendant next to him.
The voice seemed to contain some tenacity and obsession.
“It’s been a while since Miss Edelis Bride.”
“… Yes, lower.”
Why?
Brother, who is a terrible egoist, knows my attendant?
Also, what about the behavior of his blunt, stubborn attendant?
It was Edelis, who looked stiff like a mouse in front of the cat.
“You mean you want to be laid under that guy, not in my arms?”
He whispered so that only Edelis and I could hear.
A thick, sticky voice makes listeners goosebumps.
It’s strange.
It’s far from the noble tone your older brother is aiming for, isn’t it?
Edelis replied sharply, uncharacteristically.
“Didn’t you give me freedom of choice?”
“Huh, are you going to come out like this?”
Is there something going on between them?
Apparently this young nanny had circumstances of her own.
Perhaps it was her who was troubled by this situation, but her expression hardened moment by moment.
I slowly got up from my seat.
“Brother.”
“What was it?”
He was the one who showed signs of displeasure at being interrupted in the middle of the conversation.
After all, they are babies.
I put my hand on Edelis’ shoulder and twitched the corners of her mouth.
“Now that I’ve seen my older brother, I wonder if we can leave.”
“… What?”
“She is my dear nanny, so please don’t bother me too much. So, everyone, please pay attention. Ladies and gentlemen in these seats, it seems that the hero of the banquet has finally arrived.”
He raised his voice from the middle and spoke so loudly that even the people around him could tell.
The first prince, who attracted everyone’s attention, must have realized that the conversation would not last long.
Fast, fast.
The sound of grinding teeth came from here.
Oops, be scared
“… Leon, see you next time.”
He smiled and headed towards the center of the crowd.
I need to take good care of myself for a while.
She shrugged and came out holding Edelis’ hand.
She didn’t utter any words of protest.
He just silently followed me.
That’s how people came out of the crowded banquet hall into the quiet hallway.
The hot air was cool as if it had gone down even further.
“Sorry, poor Leon.”
“What.”
Said and paused.
I have a feeling of déjà vu.
Haven’t we had this conversation before?
“About hiding your relationship with Prince 1.”
“Did you have an unusual relationship between a man and a woman with your older brother?”
“… Nope. But they are related in a different way.”
“Is that so? Well, since you are also in the palace, there must be circumstances.”
“Aren’t you going to ask?”
“You said you wouldn’t tell me before, what shame did I ask?”
And where am I going to use it?
No matter what my relationship was before, the fact remains that the girl now named Edelis Bride is my nanny.
Edelis looks at me blankly at my careless attitude.
Soon, she came to her senses and spoke.
“… I am so glad that you are the one I serve.”
“What nonsense…”
She turned her head and held her breath.
It was her soft smile.
It was the first smile Leon had ever seen.
“Thank you. Low Leon.”
Leon covered her mouth and turned her head away.
“… What are you thankful for?”
It was embarrassing.
Pretty.
