“…Do you know what’s here?”
How should I know?
When I was confused, Cassian laughed and spoke..
“I'm so sorry, but I can imagine what the princess might be thinking.”
Cassian said and let out a deep sigh.
It was a strangely annoying face.
‘What is this insolent face towards Her Highness Alexis’ gift?’
I never thought that the two people had similar personalities.
This is because Cassian's personality was not at the average level, and I felt very sorry for Alexis..
“This is too much for me, Rose.”
Since he was in front of Cassian, I didn't bother to hide my facial expressions, so I grumbled and muttered quietly..
“Who's talking?”
When I tilted my head, Cassian looked at me calmly, took my free hand and kissed me.
“I need to show my love more from now on, that's what I had in mind, Rose.”
Even without a mirror, I could guess my expression.
I have to adjust my facial expression
“...yes?”
“Aren’t you jealous because the princess whispered sweet words to my brother that day?”
The corners of his mouth were turned up.
“Why do you think that?”
"Because there's nothing else I can criticize her for.
I always do my best to be nice to Rose, don't I?"
He had a confident attitude, as if he had nothing to worry about.
“I give Rose many beautiful things, delicious things, and wine that she likes.
Is there anyone more devoted to filling your pockets than I?”
The cheerful face suddenly turned serious.
Cassian took my hand, raised his body, and came to my side.
“So, I think the least I can give to Rose is my affection.”
Of course, I showed an expression of silliness at those words.
“What you have shown me so far is enough.”
Very very.
Please stop being so cunning, I'm afraid it will become boring by thinking in strange ways..
When I think about the original, oh….
This is completely taboo.
In response to the honest duo, he narrowed one of his eyes slightly and let out a low laugh.
“Yes, since my dear assistant says so, I have no choice but to do as she asks.”
As soon as I opened the first envelope, the severance package that Alexis handed me, Cassian looked sad.
“…Rose looks so happy.”
His face looked as if his worry had been realized.
Of course, I did not hide my joy, whether he was sad or not.
“It's so wonderful...!”
As expected, Her Majesty Alexis had great sense.
The envelope she gave me as a gratuity contained three pieces of paper.
One was the right to live in the kingdom for one month, another was to temporarily transfer the rights to a building, and the last was a drawing of a landscape overlooking the building.
It is a two-storey building in the Kingdom's capital, and although it is a little far from the downtown area, it is said to be easily accessible anywhere due to good roads.
There was also a cafe on the first floor, just looking at the landscape paintings made me emotional, so I thought it would be a good place to stay and have a relaxing time..
The surrounding landscape was beautiful, and there was also two bay accommodation on the second floor, making it the perfect place to live for a month.
“…Your face says that you wish to go to the kingdom immediately, Rose.”
Cassian was lying face down on the desk, raising his head slightly and looking sullen as he spoke.
However, I think I went too far in front of my boss...
I cleared my throat and voice.
“Of course, living in a beautiful place for a month was something I definitely wanted to do.”
If you're going to do something, do it right!
Cassian always bothered me...
I can't miss this opportunity.
When I looked at Cassian with a victorious face, he stood quietly.
“Are you going to the kingdom, Rose?”
“As a compliment to the princess’s honesty, and if my circumstances permit it.”
“And you leave me...?”
When he said that, he pitifully held up another piece of paper that I was not paying any attention to.
“This…”
It was only a temporary transfer of ownership.
The condition was that if I decided to live in the kingdom, I would get a position as assistant to the princess and the building attached to it would be handed over.
“If Rose wants to go to the kingdom for a long time, what about her parents?”
Cassian made a sad face.
The distance between him and me narrowed, and he leaned his head on my shoulder and whispered.
“I can't go on without you, are you really going to leave me?”
The situation was embarrassing
Even though I was sure he had no intention of doing this in the first place, this guy acted weak towards me for no reason..
No, I'm tired of it.
“...You don't really need me.”
When she snorted, a deep sigh came from him.
“Rose really doesn't know.”
He rubbed his forehead lightly on my shoulder.
“I…”
I felt my heart beating lightly.
“How long I've waited and hoped, Rose.”
I involuntarily held my breath when I heard the deep, husky voice.
I feel like he really means it...
His heart, which was always busy trying to escape as if it were a joke, seemed to somehow leak out at times like these...
“…Where are you going?”
It was always Cassian who broke this atmosphere.
For some reason, I felt afraid, so I opened my mouth first.
“My precious salary is here.”
Please change this atmosphere..
He slowly raised his head and looked at me.
How many seconds passed?
A soft smile appeared on his face as he stared at me with serious eyes.
“That's right, because everything Rose loves is here.”
He raised my hand and kissed my ring finger, causing the heavy air to change.
“High salary, delicious wine and food, and my beautiful face.”
It was a very cheerful sound, as if he was sorry for bothering me...
Of course I took revenge on Cassian.
By making him massage my hand
I opened the second envelope feeling a little better because he pretended to be sick and gave me some silence...
When I opened the second envelope...
“The Empress is always honest in promoting her own interests.”
The playful atmosphere between me and Cassian had completely disappeared.
It was only the content of the letter Alexis left behind
Even before the decision was made about the national marriage with the kingdom, Her Majesty the Empress wanted something.
It is nothing but the rights to display a number of artworks in the Kingdom.
The Andan Kingdom was famous for its trade, but it was also more famous for its art.
Unlike the nobles of the empire, those who ran the kingdom focused on people's talents rather than their status for personal gain.
Thanks to this, the state that was an emirate 100 years ago expanded into a kingdom through the strategic acquisition of the lands of neighboring small states.
As talented people gathered, money flowed, and when money flowed, it was natural for people to turn to luxury goods and works of art.
Therefore, the Anden Kingdom had great potential in theater and exhibitions.
‘You also often exchange exhibitions with the empire.’
Because the empire had a long history, it left many monuments and historical sites behind, and also generated significant tourism revenue.
The house of the Empress's parents, Duke Giamotti, does the most extensive business in this area, so it's no surprise that they covet the rights to the show.
I didn't feel comfortable with this.
But as long as the national marriage is accomplished, the kingdom will no longer grant her the right to refuse the offer in the empire, and it is difficult to hold out for that..
When I looked at the content Alexis left behind, I suddenly realized that I had gone a bit too far with Cassian.
I will give you permission to run the exhibition.
Prince Kasyan.
It doesn't matter if it's you, Miss Saliss.
Talk to each other and choose what suits you best.
I think Prince Cassian wouldn't blame me too much for something like this.
The prince used me too.
Shouldn't he be able to handle this?
I hope the Prince will show his affection to Miss Sallys.
Because Alexis really returned the favor right..
When I looked at Cassian, he looked at me with an expression as if he had finally managed to understand the injustice he had been subjected to.
I lowered my head slightly, hoping he would ignore me, and a small laugh erupted from him.
“...Instead, I will try to be your shield.”
Because he often represented Cassian.
This was an apology in my own way.
“No, Rose.”
Cassian spoke in a calm voice, stroking the area between my chin and cheek.
“Yes?”
My ruthless boss, who often puts me first in line when criticizing nobles, tells me no?
When she looked at him with surprised eyes, Cassian opened his mouth as if it were obvious.
“How can I expose fragile Rosie to Her Majesty’s sharp fangs?”
I think things are going well so far?
Isn't it?
Is it my imagination?
He smiled softly on my face, which was full of questions.
“The princess even declared war this way.”
Cassian spoke in a low voice with a strangely murderous tone, referring to the last phrase Alexis left...
“I have to prove my love to you properly.”