Lewis looked up. “—When everything was over, I should’ve asked you to marry me.” What…? “I shouldn’t have feared rejection. I should’ve at least tried.”

When Lewis arrived at the Count of Westmont’s mansion—Kingston—who was waiting for him at the gate, rushed over to hug him. “I’ve been waiting for

Lewis was emotionless. He didn’t seem to want to get involved—but Kingston couldn’t possibly back down. “But why?” “Because it’s useless.” “How is it useless?”

Kingston stood before a door bearing the guild emblem, unable to enter. “Young Lord, aren’t you going to step inside?” Eric’s words did nothing to

For Kingston’s tenth birthday, a grand party was held and his friends were invited. Of course, Cameron’s son—Jess—was also invited. Kingston and Jess were great

Mareena smiled at Kingston who blushed while averting his gaze. “Of course, that’s alright. Not just one—but two, or even three days would be fine!”

Ten years had passed. With their success in cultivating Sylphy flowers, the Westmont territory developed new products such as spices, perfumes, and medicinal herbs, making

“…Ma-Mareena, you believe me, right?” “What is this about?” “There’s nothing between me and Cameron.” “…” Cameron smirked. You’re an idiot. She knows everything. From

“But why—!?” The Count of Huntington was shocked. “—I’m truly sorry…” “Like I said, why?!” For the Count of Huntington, the engagement itself was a

Mareena was the first to notice Cameron’s change in health. Whenever she caught a whiff of tea, she’d cover her mouth and bolt out of

Two months had passed since Mareena discovered that she was pregnant. Upon being informed of her pregnancy, Baron Silas Zion came to the mansion with

When Mareena went to the promised location, Lewis was already waiting for her. “Am I late?” “No, I was just early.” While Lewis always made

She had put sleeping pills in his second bottle of wine. Had he not been so drunk, he might had noticed the slightly open cork

A week later, Mareena got her hands on an aphrodisiac and a fertility drug. When she went to the guild again, she was led to

Upon returning to the mansion, Mason greeted Mareena with a smile. “Welcome back, Mareena.” “I’m sorry for being late.” “What are you talking about? Don’t

After Mareena had left, Lewis, now alone, sighed. “…Haa— I’ve accepted a ridiculous request.” Many women have either urged or asked Lewis to marry them.

Upon steeling herself, she ended up becoming too brave, which resulted in her screaming. “Ah…” When she regained herself, embarrassment pervaded her body all at

“—What are we going to do? That woman’s recovering!” “There’s nothing we can do. If we’re too aggressive, we’ll only arouse suspicion. For now, let’s

“I was betrayed by Mason and Cameron.” “…! That’s—” “They are having an affair.” “What—” “Ssst.” “I only discovered it yesterday. They were going at

She wanted to scream, but found herself unable to do so. As of the present, Mareena was inside the equipment storage a short distance behind

Mareena had come to the westernmost part of the mansion, an area which was normally not used. She was at the landing of the stairs

Soft, wavy, brown hair that reached the bottom of the shoulders. Navy-blue eyes that were the symbol of the Westmont family. Depending on the angle