“…!?!?” What’s going on—!? It was such a shock, she couldn’t comprehend anything. Furthermore, the sudden shift in his tone, along with the stifling tension—she
“Similar to the salon concert hosted by the Marquis Brandner family, it’s a place I once visited with my mother during my childhood.” Avril merely
At a later date, on a holiday… Invited by Dylan, Avril came to visit a villa of the Duke of Lancester located in the outskirts
After seeing Alexandra off, Dylan spoke to Avril. “…Avril, you must’ve thought that you need to do your best for the contract again, didn’t you?”
Alexandra, who was speaking to Dylan, suddenly recalled Avril and made a gorgeous smile. “…Speaking of Lady Avril’s family, I’ve been considering hiring your stepsister
…On the other hand, Avril—who was living happily in the Duke of Lancester’s estate—was currently in the salon, perplexed by their visitor. T-the fabric of
“—Sir Cyril Brandner, I’d like to show you something. Will you grant me the honor of escorting you to another room?” “…Why is that?” Cyril
Not too long ago, at the residence of the Count of Allingham… With her plan to sneak into the house of the Duke of Lancester
Due to security issues, Avril had to move from the detached mansion to the main residency. Since then, Avril’s life had changed a lot—one of
After reading the document, Avril affirmed. “I believe this is a petition requesting a period of grace for the taxes paid to the country.” “That’s
A few days later, Dylan visited the royal castle. He came to see the crown prince—Lawrence, who was also his distant relative. To Dylan, he
In order to “help”, Avril was brought to Dylan’s study. The room itself was more than several times the size of the study used by
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