Chapter 320 - The Teddy Bear And The Lady (3) (2/2)

“It would be unfair if this was a dream. If I woke up tomorrow and this was a fantasy, I’d truly resent God.”

“Don’t worry. It won’t happen.”

Upon hearing his answer, Mirabelle immediately launched her body against Kuhn to hug him. They fell back and collapsed on the floor, but Kuhn never pushed Mirabelle away from his arms. His hand, which had been wandering in the air without knowing what to do, sank gently over Mirabelle’s shoulder. The faint touch made Mirabelle cry louder than before.

This was beyond description. It was a happy moment.

***

Three years ago, Kuhn was unexpectedly granted the title of baron. Considering his origin as a slave, it was a tremendous elevation in status. Outwardly, it was a reward for his contributions in winning the war, but he realized that it was Carlisle’s and Elena’s personal consideration. They provided him a path for him to go to Mirabelle.

‘…Young Lady.’

His only desire was to be devoted to her. As soon as he became a noble, the feelings he had suppressed so far burst forth. Wasn’t it possible for him to stand proudly next to Mirabelle now? He didn’t have to hide his heart anymore, right?

The greed that has been hidden deep inside his heart quickly grew. And so, Kuhn wanted to run to the Freegrand Kingdom where Mirabelle was and speak to her honestly. The truth was, he liked her too. Ever since he first met her, she never left his head. He was just afraid to hold her hand.

But Kuhn’s absurd idea did not last long. One day, he happened to hear a conversation between two aristocrats.

—Did you hear? There’s a Blaise girl who hasn’t married yet.

— Her Majesty the Empress and her sister have a great background.

—Yes. I hear that not only is the girl the Empress’ younger sister, but a precious one at that. Many nobles are trying to get close to the Emperor and Empress.

—It didn’t use to be the case, but the Blaise family is powerful now, even if I can’t put a name to that girl.

— Of course. There are so many noblemen out there who want to marry that lady now.

— Dammit, why don’t I get in line?

—You? Wake up, haha.

It was a conversation spoken jokingly between aristocratic men, but it made Kuhn realize many things he had never thought of before. Mirabelle was not an ordinary aristocratic girl, but the Empress’ beloved sister. Not only that, but Mirabelle was also a young lady who grew up like a sheltered plant of the Blaise family, who was now regarded as a prestigious clan.

‘If I proposed, would the Blaise family accept it?’

Mirabelle might repeat her words and say that nothing else mattered as long as she had Kuhn. But Kuhn didn’t want her to abandon her life. That was why he didn’t take her hand in the past.

‘…No matter how hard I try, the distance between us hasn’t narrowed.’

Even if Kuhn was a noble, Mirabelle was not a noble lady who could easily be overlooked by others. He thought he had been getting a little closer, but she was still as distant as the sky. The best he could do would be to make her the wife of a lowly baron.

But…strangely, he did not want to give up. Hope was so cruel that once he embraced it in his heart, he could not live without it. Kuhn had nothing more to offer Mirabelle other than his position, so there was only one way left. He had to become a man suitable to her.

‘You don’t know…but you have the talent to push me to the limit.’

Mirabelle had a knack for seeing him for what he wasn’t. When he was with her, he kept envisioning a life different from his own.

And so, for the next three years, he collected wealth and made many great achievements. He wanted to be a man that deserved to stand next to Mirabelle. Then he would finally ask the Blaise family if she could be his wife. Of course, it couldn’t be done in just three short years. Kuhn, however, would continue to increase his position, as he was no longer a dark assassin, but a confident knight.

He then decided to see Mirabelle. In his original plan, he would hide his feelings and let go of them if she didn’t wait for him. He believed she would be happier that way.

But when he met Mirabelle in person, Kuhn seemed to have reached the end of his own patience. He was happy to see her. He realized it when she said she no longer ate chicken. When he covered her with his jacket. When she cried with a smile on her face. Every moment he spent with her was an unbearable temptation.

At the final moment when he decided to walk away, he heard her faint cries. A surge of emotion welled up in him.

‘I was glad that she was doing well, but I thought she must have forgotten a lot of the past memories if she was treating me so casually. If I said that I was happy to see her crying…how would she react?’

Kuhn smiled softly and leaned his head into Mirabelle’s shoulder. Her sweet fragrance that he once dreamed of tickled his nose. Mirabelle was not alone in this moment of happiness. To him, her presence was like his salvation. Kuhn closed his eyes in contentment as he held her in his arms.

***

Unfortunately, Mirabelle’s and Kuhn’s joy was short-lived. They were holding each other when they heard a searching voice.

“Where are you, Captain?”

“We are all set to leave.”

With their calls getting closer, Mirabelle looked up from Kuhn’s arms.

“…Do you have to go now?”

“Yes. But I’ll be back here soon after I finish my urgent work.”

It seemed like a dream, but Mirabelle smiled.

“It’s a must.”

“I promise.”

Mirabelle regretfully untangled herself from Kuhn, and Kuhn stood up and helped Mirabelle from the floor. At that moment, the members of Kuhn’s party arrived.

“Ah! The Captain is over there.”

“Come quickly, Captain.”

Kuhn gave one last glance towards Mirabelle and turned away.

Taak!

Suddenly, Mirabelle grabbed Kuhn by the wrist. Confusion flickered on his face, before Mirabelle cupped his jaw, lifted herself to her toes, and pressed her lips against his. When she pulled away, Kuhn looked at her with a startled expression. Mirabelle, meanwhile, resumed her composure.

“I’ll wait. If you’re going to be late, then don’t worry, I’ll go to you myself.”

Kuhn briefly glanced at Mirabelle’s appetizing lips before looking up at her eyes again.

“Where did you learn that?”

“Do you think I’m still a child? I’m twenty now.”

A small smile spread across Kuhn’s lips. Then he turned towards his party and spoke in a low voice.

“Wait a moment.”

Before anyone could say anything, Kuhn grabbed Mirabelle by the waist and kissed her deeply.

It was not the simple pressing of lips that Mirabelle did a little while ago, but a passionate kiss shared between adults. Mirabelle’s legs gave out as soon as the heat overtook her, but Kuhn firmly supported her with both hands. Soon, Kuhn eased away, and spoke in a whisper.

“That is a goodbye kiss.”

Mirabelle looked up at Kuhn with a dazed expression. Her cheeks were as red as a rose. Kuhn’s eyes softened as he looked at her.

“If you want, I can teach you more later. But that’s it for today.”

Kuhn released Mirabelle then looked up, and saw the servants watching in astonishment. As he walked towards them with his usual expressionless face, a loud voice called out to him from behind.

“D-don’t forget to teach me!”

A faint smile crossed Kuhn’s face. The party, sensing the hot atmosphere between Kuhn and Mirabelle, cheered and celebrated.

“My goodness! Congratulations!”

“Wow! I can’t believe you two are together. You both look wonderful.”

Whistles and applause poured out towards the two. It was a pity that they should be separated as soon as they confirmed each other’s feelings, but happiness remained embedded in Kuhn’s and Mirabelle’s faces.

One the winter night of the first snowfall, the couple’s relationship began.

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