Chapter 205 (2/2)

Although I was exhausted, very tired, I steeled my heart by clenching my fists. As I have to remind the participants of the authority and prestige of our family once again, I had to make sure the event should take place without any flaw.

A few days later I headed to the new office with Sir Lian and Sir Feden, and Sir Spear, an apprentice knight. As I was transferred to the 2nd Knights Division one month ago when I went back to the 1st Knights Division, I had to work not as the captain’s aide but as a general apprentice knight.

What I had to do today was to stand guard duty at one of the palaces, which was favored by many knights because it was relatively easy and leisurely. Of course, there was one drawback of this duty, which was that the guard post was located in a secluded place where few people visited.

Was it because of that? Sir Feden, who was on duty silently for some time, opened his mouth.

“Sir Monique.”

“What’s up?”

“I heard that you’re holding your coming-of-age ceremony in your estate rather in the capital. Is that true?”

“You already heard about it. Yes, that’s right.”

When I slowly nodded, Sir Lian, who was looking at us, said, “Then, is it also true that you are holding a hunting event, along with the banquet?”

“That’s right.”

“Oh my… I think I have to request vacation leave as soon as I’m done for the day.”

“Pardon? Requesting vacation leave?”

“Well, as you know, we can hardly leave the capital unless there’s something else going on, so I think I have to request vacation leave to be able to go to your estate. Hope the application time is not over yet… I hear there are so many competitors applying.”

When I looked at Sir Lian was muttering something, and Sir Feden pondering over something,

Sir Spear, who remained silent all along, opened his mouth quietly, “Sir Monique.”

“Did you call me?”

“Well, I was curious why you were transferred to the 2nd Knights this time and planning to host the hunting event… Um…”

I looked at the young knight who hesitated with a mysterious glance, and asked, just in case, “Are you asking me that because of the rumors about me these days?”

“Oh, what I mean is…”

‘I see. That’s why he is asking me.’

I was convinced when I saw him slurring.

Actually, it was natural that he asked me such a question. Although they kept silent for now, there were lots of rumors about me and the emperor in social circles, according to Entea. I felt the rumors spread quickly because I didn’t end my official relationship with the emperor, although I declared that I would break off my engagement with him.

I was in a difficult position. Even though I wanted to tell the truth, I couldn’t say anything because the emperor didn’t officially announce it.

When I was hesitating how to answer, I saw knights in black uniforms walking toward me from a distance. I felt it was a good opportunity to distract him, so I hurriedly opened my mouth.

“I think it ‘s time to shift over. I think I should be ready to relieve sentry.”

“Oh, you’re right. Let’s go.”

“I thought I was going to enjoy a leisurely shift duty, but it’s already over. What a pity! ”

I wrote a log of what we did and handed it to the knights then walked away with the three.

When I walked, chatting with Sir Lian, I saw Sir Feden suddenly stopping while silently walking.

‘Why did he stop?’

When I turned my head along his gaze, I saw a man and woman walking side by side in a very friendly mood. She was all smiles while looking at the young man, as if she was happy.

Suddenly, I felt down, so I stopped on the spot as if I was frozen. I was used to that kind of scene in the past, but this time I couldn’t hide my discomfort. I felt my breathing was getting a little rough.

“So, Your Majesty, did you… Ugh?”

The woman, who was sweeping her hair up while chattering, fixed her eyes on me.

Then she smiled sarcastically, staring at me. At the moment, when she turned up her red lips, the young man’s navy blue eyes looked at me. His nonchalant and cold-hearted look made my heart sink.

“… ”

While facing him silently for some time, I slowly bowed my head and turned quickly.

I knew I was very rude to him, but I couldn’t help it. Some sort of strange feelings deep inside forced me to get out of here right away. Strangely, I felt very bad.