Newlywed Life Begins with a Mistake - Chapter 51

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Chapter 51

 

“What a beautiful day.”

 

The dawn mist that had hazily obscured her vision had lifted.

 

Evelyn, who had been comforting Casian until late, only left the room after hearing his faint breathing.

 

Instead of seeking sleep, Evelyn walked through the courtyard bathed in early sunlight and smiled as she looked at the dewdrops on the leaves.

 

That’s when it happened.

 

“My lady, you’ll catch a cold like this!”

 

Rose, who had discovered Evelyn wandering aimlessly, was startled and draped a shawl over her shoulders.

 

“Thank you, Rose. By the way, why are you up so early?”

 

“Hehe. I’m on duty today.”

 

Seeing Rose scratch her head with a silly smile, Evelyn showed a surprised reaction and changed the subject.

 

“What about my husband and mother?”

 

“They haven’t stirred yet~”

 

“I see.”

 

Evelyn turned around to look at the Heteus Estate, which exuded a magnificent atmosphere.

 

‘Is it okay to let my guard down?’

 

The Heteus Estate, swept by a fierce tidal wave, was quieter than usual.

 

Two people with deep-rooted conflicts.

 

Employees being tossed about by the unexpected storm.

 

The House of Count Heteus, which had been swaying unstably like a ship that had lost its bearings, was temporarily in a lull.

 

“Rose. Do you know what happened between my husband and mother?”

 

“Hmm. I don’t know the details, but… I heard their relationship soured after the death of the previous Count Heteus.”

 

The former Count Heteus. In other words, when her father-in-law was still alive, the relationship between the two wasn’t bad.

 

But after the previous count died, a rift formed between Casian and Christina.

 

“My lady, are you thinking of reconciling them?”

 

“No.”

 

Until the day before, Evelyn had tried to become a bridge between the two, but now she didn’t want to.

 

[Grandmother is sick! Do you really have to leave, abandoning your parents?]

 

[Evelyn! What are you saying to Mother!]

 

[Don’t stop me, Father! Even if it’s the Emperor’s command, this isn’t right! This might be the last time…]

 

Was it because of the memory that suddenly surfaced?

 

In the memory, Evelyn was raging with an angry face toward a woman with ebony-black hair, someone who looked similar to herself.

 

The woman, who had been looking at Evelyn with an emotionless face, briefly glanced at the old man struggling to breathe.

 

[Yes. Because that is my duty.]

 

She spoke coldly and turned away.

 

“Oh, my lady, why are you crying!”

 

“Hm? Something must have gotten in my eye suddenly.”

 

Evelyn wiped the moisture from her eyes with her finger, saying it was nothing, and finished her walk.

 

Though she was clearly tired, she headed to the dining hall to satisfy her growing hunger.

 

“You’re up early.”

 

“Yes, Mother.”

 

Christina, who had been like the calm before a storm, now had a peaceful expression like a tranquil lake.

 

“Please sit.”

 

As soon as the elegant permission was given, a simple breakfast was set before Evelyn.

 

As she was filling her hungry stomach with warm soup and bread.

 

“I’m sorry.”

 

Christina began to speak.

 

“Yesterday, I…”

 

“What happened yesterday?”

 

At the sudden apology, Evelyn acted nonchalantly.

 

Christina, who had been struggling to speak, moved her lips for a moment before smiling.

 

“Thank you.”

 

“Not at all.”

 

Though she could have taken sides, Evelyn chose not to.

 

Unraveling deep and complex emotions formed over years in a short time was not an easy task.

 

If she intervened carelessly, she might only make the problem worse without properly addressing the essence of the conflict, so she deliberately maintained neutrality.

 

“If there’s anything you need help with, please let me know anytime.”

 

“Then would you help me prepare for the banquet?”

 

As soon as Christina finished speaking, Evelyn’s eyes sparkled as she made her request.

 

“You mean the Heteus Banquet?”

 

“Yes. It’s quite difficult to do alone.”

 

It wasn’t empty words – currently, Evelyn felt like she needed ten bodies to handle everything.

 

Though the retainers and employees were helping her, they essentially moved under Evelyn’s orders.

 

Even placing a single plate required comparing dozens of cloths and decorations to find matching combinations, and even the thread for the curtains had to be carefully chosen, deciding which salon products to use.

 

“I’m preparing while considering all possible variables, but… I’m not sure if this is adequate.”

 

Was it because of the weight of the Heteus Banquet?

 

When Evelyn dropped her shoulders and let out a sigh, Christina’s eyes narrowed upward.

 

“What is Casian doing?”

 

“My husband does help, but he’s busy…”

 

“That rascal. Even if he stood by your side explaining everything step by step, it wouldn’t be enough!”

 

Thwack! Christina’s eyes blazed with anger as she slammed her palm on the table.

 

Just then.

 

“Madam, His Excellency has organized the items needed for the banquet.”

 

Hans, Casian’s aide, carefully entered the dining hall.

 

Evelyn’s face brightened at Casian’s consideration.

 

“Oh, please tell him thank…”

 

“Tell him it’s not needed.”

 

But before Evelyn could finish her words, Christina expressed her refusal.

 

“Pardon?”

 

At the sudden intervention, both Evelyn and Hans looked at Christina with bewildered faces.

 

Under the concentrated gazes, Christina moistened her throat with lemon water before speaking leisurely.

 

“Tell him there are many urgent matters, so he should focus on his usual governmental duties. I’ll take care of the banquet.”

 

As always, pass it off to someone else.

 

It was a statement filled with blatant sarcasm.

 

“…I understand, Dowager.”

 

Hans broke into a cold sweat and bowed his head at Christina’s stern demeanor.

 

Shortly after.

 

“Have you forgotten who caused this whole mess?”

 

Casian appeared with an incredulous expression.

 

Casian, who irritably ran his hand through his hair, looked somewhat refreshed despite the short time, as if he had gotten deep sleep.

 

Christina, who had been eating sherbet, lifted her teaspoon and responded calmly.

 

“That’s why you’re not avoiding it and trying to take responsibility.”

 

“It would have been nice if you had done that from the beginning.”

 

Crack. Invisible sparks flew.

 

Evelyn, who had been observing the situation, rolled her eyes around with a teaspoon of sherbet still in her mouth.

 

The two people, who had collided without giving an inch, were engaged in an invisible battle of nerves with their mouths firmly shut.

 

As uncomfortable silence engulfed the dining hall, Evelyn removed the teaspoon from her mouth and timidly mumbled.

 

“P-please don’t fight.”

 

Ah, am I an idiot?

 

To think this is all I can say.

 

While Evelyn was reproaching herself, Christina spoke in an icy voice.

 

“If you don’t like me getting involved, then do it yourself. Don’t make innocent people suffer for nothing.”

 

Christina glanced at Evelyn and shot back sharply.

 

Casian fixed his gaze on his mother with a furrowed brow and answered coldly.

 

“Yes. I’ll do it myself, so as always, Mother, please enjoy your recuperation in scenic places.”

 

Christina’s voice became even more chilly at his irreverent words and behavior.

 

“Are you treating me like a useless old woman?”

 

“I’m merely stating facts.”

 

Casian, who had been staring at Christina with an emotionless face, let out a sneer.

 

“If you want, I’ll send you away right now. For life.”

 

No, honey. Couldn’t you make such unfilial remarks when I’m not around?

 

Though she wanted to say this, Evelyn read the room between the two and changed the subject.

 

“How about we divide the work instead? Since there’s a lot to prepare for the banquet, if Mother handles the main banquet hall management and you handle guest reception and proceedings, I think I could catch my breath too!”

 

This wasn’t the time for confrontation, but for cooperation.

 

When Evelyn indirectly conveyed her meaning, the two who had been clashing calmed their hearts and answered composedly.

 

“That’s also a good plan.”

 

“That makes sense. The musicians haven’t been hired yet either.”

 

While Evelyn and the retainers were checking major items including food procurement, there had been no progress on other aspects like guest list management and music.

 

Knowing this, Casian suppressed his sharp emotions and conversed calmly with Christina.

 

The frozen atmosphere softened gently, and both their tones became much more relaxed.

 

The two, who had been exchanging conversation in gentle tones, stood up from their seats after finishing their compromise.

 

‘Phew. Thank goodness.’

 

Just as Evelyn was inwardly letting out a sigh of relief.

 

“Dear, get up.”

 

“Let’s go, my lady.”

 

Christina and Casian simultaneously extended their hands to her.

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