The next morning. “This floor…isn’t it insanely pristine—!?” “Indeed, my colleague—huh? Who the hell is that?” There was an uproar at the entrance to the

…He’s worried if I’m out of his sight? With her mouth agape, Avril stared at Dylan. Why, did he view her as some sort of

“…What do you mean I can’t get through?” Before the main gate of the house of Duke of Lancester, Corinna was indignant. She had tucked

Several months had passed since Avril came to reside in the Duke of Lancester’s house at the royal capital, and the peaceful season was about

“I’m so full…” After seeing off the carriage carrying Alexandra and Lawrence, Avril rubbed her stomach. She and Dylan were passing through the gate and

“I shall be frank with you. Lady Avril, I only known you from the rumors.  May I ask you to explain yourself?” …Thump. Uhm… should

“Of course. What should we talk about?” Even though Avril tried to respond with a smile, she couldn’t think of any worthwhile topic to converse

On the way home. While being rocked by the carriage, Avril dozed off. I am so tired… …Still, today was a lot of fun. Avril

“Let me introduce you once again—this is Avril Allingham. She’s the daughter of Count Allingham and is about to marry into my family. We’re still

What awaited Avril upon returning to the hall was the sight of Dylan being surrounded by ladies. “Your Excellency Dylan, the Duke of Lancaster, I’d

“Good evening.” “…” When Avril greeted him, the boy gave her a quizzical look. He had sparkling, blond, hair and a pair of amethyst eyes.

As salon concerts were held regularly at that old castle, mostly everyone in the audience seemed to know each other. …Their gazes hurt. Within a

Two months had passed since Avril came into the residence of the Duke of Lancester. The separate house where Avril lived—the palace—had a strange atmosphere

Around that time, the Count of Allingham family began to undergo some changes. “Hey, Keira, why haven’t I received the dress I ordered the other

W, what happened to him…!? Avril blinked. …Before anything else, is it safe to assume that Lord Dylan doesn’t think of me as a villainess?

—It happened about an hour ago. Before Dylan, who had finished getting dressed, a letter was presented on a tray. “Dylan, Count Allingham has written

22. The Duke is Somewhat Strange After the other day’s tea party. At first, Avril was worried about whether she’d be able to adhere to

“—Grace! Lady Avril’s breakfast is ready!” Grace, one of the maids caring to the wife of Duke Lancester, perked up after hearing the voice of

…S, somehow, it’s as if I’ve received a confession. Upon realizing that Alexandra had already seen through her guise, Avril finally spoke. “…You know who

The recitation of poetry was an important aspect to the culture of ladies of that kingdom. In order to show the depth of one’s education,

How could this be…!? In response to that, Avril grasped Dylan’s arm tightly. Her confusion was apparent to Dylan. “…My apologies, I hadn’t heard of

A few days later, Avril and Dylan left for the tea party by carriage. For as long as Avril could remember, she had never attended