TVTLQ - Chapter 51

TVTLQ - Chapter 51

The Villainess Wants To Live Quietly

When I came to the Magic Tower. I was empty-handed, but when I came out, I was with the bracelet Icarus gave me. The bracelet he made himself had other functions besides extracting mana.

"It's shrinking in size."

When I try to remove the bracelet, the size of the bracelet automatically decreases. When I gave up trying to remove it, it grew generously again.

It seemed like a device had been installed to prevent anyone except Icarus himself from removing it.

“Ha.”

Looking at the dangling bracelet, I  sighed and washed my face dry. I didn't know that I would become involved with one of the male leads like this. The peaceful days that had nothing to do with the original work that I had enjoyed so far felt like a distant past.

Now, the only male I haven't met is Derek Gardner, the female lead's escort knight. From what I remember, I think he was the male lead with the most common sense and kind personality.

I felt depressed at the thought that I had ended up getting involved with everyone except people with common sense.

"No. Let's not stay down." 

Anyway, I've definitely figured out where the World Tree's tears are, right?

And he promised that if I filled this bracelet with mana, he would give me the tears of the World Tree. I can trust him because he is not one to break his promises.

I gathered my strength and took a bold step forward. Today's schedule is not yet complete. A meal with Mr. Dominic was scheduled for the evening.

It was an event created to express gratitude for the dress received as a gift. But the moment I met him, I had to face another embarrassing situation.

"Have you ever been to the Magic Tower?"

Do you have a dog nose?

When we met in front of the restaurant we had agreed upon, he asked this question as soon as he saw me.

Do I smell something?

I don't think it smells anything. I answered, hiding my surprise. 

"No."

Dominic looked at me intently. It seemed like he thought I was lying. My conscience was pricked. But I can't easily tell the story of my visit to the Magic Tower. If I wanted to tell the story of going to the Magic Tower without mentioning the Tears of the World Tree', I would inevitably have to tell many other lies. It's better to say no from the beginning.

"It's right from the top. Have you been waiting long?" 

I lied cleverly.

I felt sorry for lying to him, but the fewer people who knew about the existence of the magic stone, the better. 

Me, Penelope, and Icarus. That's it. 

"No. I just arrived too." 

Fortunately, Mr. Dominic no longer questioned my words.

The dining area was perfect. The restaurant we made a reservation for in advance was famous for being delicious.

There was no waiter shouting half air, half oxygen, and I didn't even drink wine to avoid making the same mistake.

But strangely, the atmosphere felt like it had calmed down.

Hmmmmmmm.

Dominic, are you a little tired today?

What is this atmosphere like?

"Have you ever heard of the Princess Montrose?" 

In the end, I brought up the topic of Estelle, a hot topic in the capital.

Talking about business even at a private dinner like this seems like too much of a workaholic. Since Dominic is also a man, I chose this topic because I thought he might be interested in stories about the prettiest woman in the capital.

"Yes, I've heard of it."

The man who was cutting the steak answered curiously. He had a rather indifferent attitude, so I deliberately made more of a fuss.

"She was such a beautiful person. I saw her for the first time at the Banquet, and I definitely understood why people were making such a fuss."

"Is that so."

"Yes. And it seems that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is also interested in the Princess. He even suggested the first dance."

"Okay. It seems that His Majesty the Crown Prince is infatuated with her. But wasn't there anyone who suggested dancing to the Vice President ?"

Suddenly the topic turned to me. Who suggested I dance?

There was.

The only problem is that it was Calix.

"There was no one. I left right away."

But I didn't want to think that Calix had encouraged me to dance. It was the relationship with the male leads that had to be made into something that was not there.

Oh, but if this happens, does it mean that Dominic gave me clothes as a gift and I didn't pay for them? 

"Besides, I don't want to dance with someone else first, wearing the clothes Dominic gave me as a gift."

I slowly looked at his eyes and added. Was my answer correct?

His expression became brighter.

I'm feeling a bit down today.

It was a bit of a tiring day.

***

Tap, tap.

Long, graceful fingers tapped the desk.

It's relaxed, but there's a hint of irritation somewhere in it. The sound of banging on the desk that filled the room intermittently was enough to make anyone present nervous. 

For example, Dominic Gray, the Duke's poor aide can't be separated from him.

***

Gulp.

Dominic swallowed. The atmosphere was icy from the morning Of course, his master wasn't outright annoyed. However, it was also true that the heavy atmosphere in the office was suffocating him.

'Why on earth are you doing that?'

Dominic wanted to cry.

It was only a week ago that his Master attended the Banquet in a very excited mood. Of course, he was very dissatisfied right after returning from the banquet. But now Calix feels even more depressed than then.

He noticed.

If the suffocating atmosphere continues like this, he will become a dried fish.

Thinking like that, Dominic mustered up the courage to open his mouth.

"Hey, Duke.

"What."

The cold voice returned.

Tears almost fell. Dominic squeezed out his voice while clutching his pounding heart.

"if... Do you have any concerns?"

Stand tall, Calix's fingers, which had been intermittently tapping on the desk, stopped.

Do you have any worries?

Every time there is one.

Just yesterday, when Calix met Rosenia, he sensed a very unique scent from her. A subtle herbal scent reminiscent of wet blades of grass.

The scent that lingered on her body was so unique that it was not something that could be easily forgotten. This is because it smelled like the tobacco that the magic tower Lord Icarus always smokes.

'Do you live without ventilation? If you mess up, the dulce will go out.'

The tobacco that Icarus smokes is not easily available because he manufactured it himself. He was even more confident because he had already pointed out the scent that stung his nose.

Calix recalled the day of the International Banquet. At that time, Icarus showed a strange interest in Rosenia.

There is no doubt that Rosenia met Icarus voluntarily or unwillingly. But she answered no to Calix's question.

He feels like crying. A strange feeling welled up deep in his heart.

He thought that the reason Calix Altemir was still uncomfortable was because he gave in as much as he could.

She treated the fact that he had suggested dancing as something that had never happened, but he was able to endure it. Anyway, she said she did it because he wanted to dance with 'Dominic' first.

But then, shouldn't we be even more honest with 'Dominic'?

Even Rosenia, who was so cautious and sensitive, tended to loosen up a bit when she was with Dominic. But was it all his illusion?

Every time she drew a line like this again, Calix felt empty for no reason. 

"It's a nice day. How about going boating with Lady Pierre?"

Dominic, who was dying in the suffocating atmosphere, made a suggestion to Calix. However, as soon as Rosenia's name was mentioned, an icy glare fell on Dominic.

"Isn't this this?" 

Dominic, who instinctively felt a sense of crisis, quickly changed his words. 

"Or maybe you could go hunting! The leaves are slowly starting to fall, so it will be nice to see the scenery."

"Hunt?"

"Yes. Didn't you often go hunting with His Royal Highness around this time? You've been busy lately and haven't been able to go out much. If this continues, the gun will rust. Now that the word is out, shall I run right away and deliver a message?"

When Calix showed interest, Dominic spoke out loud.

He didn't know why Calix was in a bad mood, but he wanted him to shake it off quickly and end this horrible silence.

Calix thought for a moment and slowly nodded.

"Yes!"

"Then I'll be back!"

Dominic answered loudly, thinking that he really couldn't do it.

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