𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝟕𝟕: 𝐈 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐬
“This is――!”
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It was a report on the contents investigated by the Order, explaining the criminal.
What on earth is he thinking? I can’t read his thoughts at all.
A letter from Prince Ghodrove seems to have reached the Marchioness as well.
It seems to gather a lot of people.
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“The event will be held tomorrow during the day, at the royal palace. . . . . .”
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Since Marchioness is still awake, let’s go hear the story.
I’ll leave Florenci to Ga-chan, and head to Marquis’ residence.
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“Ah, Lara, good. I was thinking of going to talk to you.”
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While enjoying honey-infused hot milk made by Annie, we talk about the letter that arrived from Prince Ghodrove.
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“It’s shocking to say the least. Wanting to talk about the criminal who stole the queen’s necklace, how dare he say that.”
“Who in the world does he intend to accuse and blame as the criminal?”
“He’ll deal with that any way he likes.”
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The Marchioness seems to have anticipated that today’s attack might be exploited as well.
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“After all, the actual event might be suspicious.”
“You mean there’s a possibility of a staged event?”
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Marchioness nods with a solemn expression.
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“From the beginning, the target of the attack was Leon, and by pinning the crime of the necklace incident on the attacker――Don’t you think it’s a convenient incident that would solve the problems Prince Ghodrove faces all at once?”
“Upon reflection, yes, it seems so.”
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Was Lord Montyver unknowingly protecting Prince Ghodrove?
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“It’s a tragic story.”
“Really. . . . . .If I hadn’t been the contact, Lord Montyver might not have been injured.”
“That’s not true. There was a chance that the warning wouldn’t have reached Leon even with an early shot, since he was on guard duty.”
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It seems that the diagnosis of Lord Montyver’s condition was attached to the letter that reached Marchioness.
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“As for Leon, the situation still seems uncertain. If it becomes dangerous, he will let us know.”
“Is that so?”
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I feel as if my heart will burst with worry, but for now, there doesn’t seem to be anything I can do.
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“Lara, let’s attend the report meeting tomorrow. It will be interesting to see who Prince Ghodrove pins the crime on.”
“Uhm. . . . . .Is it alright for me to participate?”
“Why not?”
“I have a bad feeling about this.”
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Regarding the necklace incident, the plan was to resolve it with Lord Montyver at the center.
If Prince Ghodrove gets ahead of us, won’t our strategy be ruined?
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“Lara, don’t worry. It will never turn out as bad as you think.”
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The Marchioness gently grips my hand, assuring me that everything will be fine.
For now, I must trust Marchioness and prepare for tomorrow’s reporting meeting.
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Afterwards, I returned to the cottage.
Before entering the house, I spontaneously look up at the night sky.
The stars are spread out across the sky.
“Ah――!”
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This is my first time seeing such beautiful stars.
Since we are away from the capital, the air is clear, and they look beautiful.
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I wonder if Lord Montyver has ever seen this night sky.
I suddenly want to talk to him.
I take the thread that Ga-chan connected and whisper softly.
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“Leon-sama, can you hear me?”
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I had heard that he’s been unconscious for a long time.
Although I know, I still called out to him.
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Leon・Von・Montyver was a mysterious man.
When we first met, he showed nothing but an attitude without caution, and a manner that seemed insincere.
But that was just an act, and the real him was different.
Lord Montyver was raised as Princess Marion, and after losing his mother, he became an orphan targeted by someone.
Even though he should have had no room for comfort, he treated me and Florenci very kindly.
At first, I was on my guard, but gradually my heart was drawn to him.
I, who had said that I lived for Florenci, still can’t believe that I fell in love with someone else.
I was supposed to have come to Binemöer with firm determination, but it seems that love doesn’t go as planned.
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I gently run my fingertips over the silver thread, whispering in a voice that no one can hear.
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“Leon-sama, I like you.”
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Now, just for this moment, it’s okay to be honest.
Just so I won’t regret it if I never see him again, I’ve expressed my feelings.
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Of course, there’s no answer.
But that’s okay. This is a one-sided love.
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Suddenly, I noticed that the flower bed was glowing faintly.
As I approached, I realized that the Crystal Snowdrops were in full bloom.
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“Beautiful.”
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The crystal-like flowers seemed to have bloomed, bathed in moonlight.
They were glowing faintly and blooming beautifully.
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Here I remember the language of the Snowdrop flowers.
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“Consolation, and hope――”
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It was a gentle word, as if Lord Montyver had given it to me now.
It’s not the time to be sad. I must face the incident and look forward.
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Though I probably won’t sleep, I’ll lie down to recover my strength.
I must prepare for tomorrow.
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