I’ll Be the Heroine’s Competent Divorce Partner - Chapter 124
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Chapter 124
At first glance, she seemed to be speaking out of concern for David, but in reality, it was a much more cunning way of speaking.
And for good reason, since there was only one thing that could have been mentally difficult for David recently.
The divorce lawsuit with Isabel.
And his defeat.
In the end, through those words, people couldn’t help but recall the past divorce lawsuit once again.
At the same time, Elodie quietly lowered her eyes.
She continued speaking in a sorrowful voice.
“Even though I may have been expelled from the family, I still feel familial affection for Elder Brother. So I hope this matter can be concluded here.”
Elodie speaking like this appeared to be nothing but a kind younger sister being oppressed by her wicked elder brother.
The expressions of the distinguished guests unconsciously softened.
“How wonderful…”
“Lady, you truly have such a generous heart.”
But David saw it.
The way the corners of Elodie’s lips subtly curved upward.
‘That, that!’
He was so furious that his head grew hot with anger.
Unfortunately, David had no opportunity to expose that duplicitous behavior.
Because the Crown Prince smoothly picked up on Elodie’s words.
“Today is indeed a very good day. Moreover, since Lady Elodie, who was directly insulted, says it’s alright…”
The Crown Prince glanced at Elodie from the corner of his eye and nodded lightly.
“I won’t demand any further apologies either.”
“…”
David clenched his molars tightly.
When he came to his senses, hadn’t the situation somehow become ‘a kind younger sister magnanimously forgiving her oppressive elder brother’!
The Crown Prince added his words as if bestowing a favor.
“However, it would be best if you left early to cool your head a bit.”
David desperately suppressed his rising anger.
‘Endure it, I must endure it this time.’
He had already been sufficiently humiliated.
If he raised his voice any further here, he would only become even more ridiculous.
Moreover, his opponent was the Crown Prince.
It meant his status was far too burdensome to continue acting according to his temper.
“…Yes, I’m grateful for your consideration.”
David replied in a suppressed voice and fled the banquet hall as if escaping.
However, the Crown Prince paid no attention whatsoever to David.
He simply refreshed the atmosphere with a cheerful voice.
“There was a brief commotion.”
Even though Duke Laventess had stormed out of his seat, the Crown Prince didn’t bat an eye.
The distinguished guests quickly exchanged glances with each other.
‘As expected, it seems that way, doesn’t it?’
‘Yes, it appears so.’
The Crown Prince valued Lady Elodie very highly.
Perhaps, even much more than the Empire’s only duke.
The Crown Prince continued speaking in a gentle voice.
“Then, Lady Elodie.”
“Yes, Your Highness the Crown Prince.”
Elodie, who had quickly regained her composure, stepped forward.
At the same time, an attendant who had approached silently opened the velvet box he was holding.
Inside was a single golden medal.
It was an item symbolizing the House of Lucerno, something that only the head of the family could wear.
‘I see.’
Elodie looked at the golden medal with trembling eyes.
Though she had been given advance notice of the situation.
When she actually faced that medal, only then did it feel real.
‘I’m finally receiving a title.’
No longer bound by the constraints of social status.
She could freely pursue the work she wanted to accomplish.
…That fact struck her skin with vivid clarity.
“I sincerely praise the path that Lady has walked thus far.”
The Crown Prince, wearing a gentle smile, placed the medal around Elodie’s neck.
“I hope you will become a steadfast pillar supporting the Empire with faith and sincerity.”
His warm voice settled gently by Elodie’s ear.
“May there be glory in Marquis Lucerno’s future.”
Hooray-!
Clap clap clap!
The first person to applaud was none other than Isabel.
She looked even happier than Elodie, who had received the title.
Following her, enthusiastic applause and cheers erupted from the other distinguished guests as well.
“Both Your Highness the Crown Prince and Marquis Lucerno are truly remarkable.”
“Everyone expected the New Continent development to be difficult, but you pushed through with determination.”
“In the end, you two were right.”
Along with that, Raul stepped forward toward Elodie.
Raul, who had been looking at her with an indescribable gaze, soon bowed deeply.
“Thank you so much, Marquis Lucerno.”
“Sir Raul.”
“You don’t know how difficult it was because of that disease every time we sailed. Thanks to you, Marquis…”
Raul, who had been momentarily choked up, finished his words in a wet voice.
“…we were able to protect countless lives.”
At those heartfelt words, Elodie also felt her nose tingle with emotion.
That was right.
Just as she was no longer the villainess from the novel.
The explorers were also not just one-time extras from the story.
They were people with warm blood flowing through their veins.
Her advice had… prevented precious lives from being lost in vain.
“Not at all, it’s because all of you returned safely.”
Elodie answered with complete sincerity.
“That alone is all the thanks I need to receive.”
“Marquess…”
Raoul looked moved once again.
At the same time, the Crown Prince made his declaration.
“With this, we conclude the appointment ceremony. I hope everyone enjoys their time.”
The solemn atmosphere instantly relaxed.
The orchestra played lively music, lifting the mood.
The distinguished guests who had been watching the ceremony scattered in all directions and began enjoying the celebration.
‘Hmm, now that the appointment ceremony is over.’
Elodie, who had been discreetly reading the room, was about to slowly make her way toward Isabel.
But just then.
“Marquess Lucerno.”
The Crown Prince suddenly addressed Elodie.
His expression seemed somewhat nervous for some reason.
The Crown Prince swallowed nervously and extended his hand to her with an elegant gesture.
“Would you grant me the honor of your first dance?”
“…”
Elodie, who had been quietly looking down at the hand extended to her, suddenly lifted her head.
Her blue eyes sparkled like a clear spring sky.
“Gladly.”
The two took each other’s hands and walked together toward the dance hall.
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The first dance was a lively waltz.
The colorful dress hems of the noble ladies and ladies spread out in circles like blooming flowers as they spun to the dance steps.
While the gentlemen skillfully led their partners to the beat.
The Crown Prince and I also began to step.
‘Ha, this feels good?’
I reflected on the day’s events with a beaming smile.
Not only had I given that annoying David a satisfying blow.
The fact that Marquis Bartsen didn’t attend the celebration banquet with the excuse of “not feeling well” was absolutely delightful.
That’s right.
He was always being so negative, saying the New Continent development would fail.
Now that it really succeeded so spectacularly, his stomach must be churning, right?
‘He’s probably dying of frustration right about now, isn’t he?’
Imagining the marquis’s crumpled, wrinkled face made me feel as refreshed as if I’d just downed a cold carbonated drink in one gulp.
Well, well, he’s completely like a dog that tucked its tail and ran away, isn’t he?
Just as I was grinning again.
‘Huh?’
I suddenly flinched.
Under the chandelier light pouring down like jewels.
I noticed violet eyes quietly gazing at me.
‘How long has he been looking at me like that?’
As if only I existed in this world.
That gaze focused solely on me.
‘…Really strange.’
I bit my lower lip firmly.
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