That’s Not What Kissing Means! - Chapter 89

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That’s not what kissing means!

Episode 89

When did it begin?

Evelyn had tried not to even show interest in order to distance herself from Theo.

However, the heart was something even she couldn’t control.

She had slowly and very deeply been colored by Theo.

The line she had set for herself had been crossed long ago.

Before she knew it, she was listening to his sorrows and calling out to young Theo to comfort him.

May Theo’s life ahead be filled only with happiness.

And….

She sincerely wished that she could be with him in all his moments.

Once she became aware of her feelings, they began to surge like a rising tide.

Then, a low voice was heard.

“So, what’s your answer?”

Theo wanted a response to his confession.

“As I said before, I’m afraid of the reality that will come… the difference in status between Theo and me, people’s gazes….”

Evelyn spoke in a firm voice.

“But I think I can endure it if I’m with you. I’m certain that happiness greater than that will come.”

“….”

“I like you, Theo.”

Evelyn smiled with sparkling eyes.

“I feel the same way as you.”

Theo’s face filled with pure joy.

Finally, Evelyn had accepted him.

Theo took her hand and pulled her toward him. Evelyn, who fell into his broad embrace, laughed out loud.

It was a voice sweeter than anything else.

Like fireworks exploding in his head, overwhelming joy rushed over him.

Evelyn thought while in his arms.

She was grateful that she realized her feelings for Theo even now.

Just as he had sincerely shown his affection, Evelyn would also give her whole heart.

Evelyn pulled away from him and met his gaze.

Theo’s excited heart wouldn’t calm down easily.

In Evelyn’s blue eyes, only he was reflected. Overwhelming affection rippled over them.

“I think I can tell just by looking at your eyes. Your feelings.”

At Theo’s words, Evelyn’s cheeks flushed.

‘Did I show my feelings that obviously?’

She must have been grinning foolishly again, enchanted by his smile.

“That’s enough. Let’s go back now.”

When Evelyn stood up, Theo said regretfully.

“You said we’d go back late.”

“That was because Theo looked depressed. But now….”

Far from being gloomy, he was filled with joy.

When Evelyn walked ahead, Theo quickly caught up and stuck close to her side.

His smile wouldn’t fade.

“There’s a place I need to stop by.”

While leaving the lake and returning to the temple, Theo headed somewhere.

It was a flower shop.

There were quite a few places selling flowers around the temple. It was common for believers to pray while placing flowers on the altar.

‘Don’t tell me he’s going to give me flowers as a gift because his confession succeeded?’

How childish.

Evelyn tried to manage her expression. Even so, she looked around to see which flowers were pretty.

Theo approached the flower shop owner and said.

“I’d like to give a flower pot as a gift to the temple.”

At those words, Evelyn coughed awkwardly in embarrassment. Thank goodness she had only thought that to herself.

The owner responded kindly and recommended various things.

“Don’t you have anything bigger?”

As if unsatisfied, Theo looked for something else. Then he pointed to one.

“That one looks good.”

“Huh? Isn’t that too big?”

“No, it’s just right.”

It was a rectangular flower pot large enough for an adult man to fit inside with room to spare. When he pointed to several expensive seedlings to plant in the pot, the owner beamed with joy.

“Isn’t that too big? Where on earth are you going to put this?”

Evelyn made a disgusted expression.

You really are consistent.

“I’ll wait outside.”

She shook her head and went outside.

The flower shop owner was very pleased and hurriedly calculated the bill.

“Where should I deliver it?”

At those words, Theo’s lips curved up.

“I’ll come pick it up myself.”

* * *

The temple they entered after finishing their outing was quiet.

Since the Clerics started their day early, they also finished earlier than others.

Under the soft magical lights, Evelyn looked up at Theo.

“I’ll go in now.”

“Wait a moment.”

He took something out from his embrace.

“What is this?”

Evelyn smiled as she looked at what Theo held in his hand.

It was a bracelet made by weaving white thread with plenty of deia flowers.

She remembered when Theo once said the deia flowers resembled her.

That’s why he couldn’t pass by the bracelet.

“It’s been a while. I used to make these a lot when I was young.”

It seemed he had bought it when she left the flower shop first.

“I’m not a child anymore.”

Even so, Evelyn extended her wrist.

Theo placed the bracelet over her wrist and tied the knot.

Everywhere his fingers touched grew hot.

Evelyn blinked as if nervous.

Theo was trembling too. The scent of deia flowers mixed with Evelyn’s body fragrance made him dizzy.

After confirming that the bracelet was securely fastened on her wrist, Theo said.

“It’s a shame it’ll wither quickly though.”

“It seems like it’ll be gone when I wake up.”

They both laughed out loud at each other’s words.

Pleasant excitement and the night air filled their hearts.

Evelyn gazed at him intently, then looked up at the sky.

“A lot of time has passed. If we stay here, Sophia will scold us.”

See you tomorrow.

Evelyn said to him and turned around.

“Evelyn.”

Theo called her gently.

“Sleep well.”

“…You too, Theo.”

It had been a series of turbulent days. Still, on this day when they had confirmed each other’s feelings, he hoped they would have a peaceful night.

Evelyn seemed to understand him as she smiled softly.

Until the last moment she entered her room, Theo took it all in with his eyes.

Evelyn’s warmth still lingered on his fingertips.

Every time her skin touched his, a tingling sensation bloomed.

The memory of today at the lakeside floated in his mind like an afterimage.

Theo turned and headed to his room.

When he opened the door, the same scenery unfolded as always.

He sat at the table and took out his fountain pen. Soon he began writing a letter on the paper.

He wrote about strengthening security in the village of technicians to prepare for fires.

He enclosed the red petals Evelyn had given him and ordered them to find out information about the flower tea.

And he wrote down the plan he had conceived.

Earlier, Lionel had clearly said he would be very busy with work.

As it was the Day of Blessing, many people would be coming and going from the temple.

How would the Grand Cleric and others behave?

Normally, they would stay quiet, avoiding people’s attention.

‘But they could also take advantage of the chaotic situation.’

There weren’t many opportunities for countless crowds to flock to the temple.

It was also perfect for carrying out something big enough to be drowned out by the noise.

Should I dig into this once…?

Theo thought of the confessional.

His eyes gleamed brightly.

Theo finished the letter and put it in the magical pouch he had received from Julian.

And he enclosed the royal pass.

The tightly sealed pouch was a magical device specially made by House Ashford.

Among those who used magic, only those permitted by Theo could open the pouch, so even Julian couldn’t easily open it.

He too would check the letter through Whittaker.

The method of sending mail was simple. If you put the letter in the mailbox next to the door, the priest in charge would collect it in the morning.

Theo wanted to eliminate the Grand Cleric as soon as possible.

And he planned to enjoy peaceful daily life, every moment given to him, together with Evelyn.

* * *

Time passed quickly.

When the Day of Blessing began, not only people from the Holy Kingdom but also guests from foreign countries visited the temple.

Major figures holding power on the continent as well.

Soon the Grand Cleric’s service would begin.

Nobles from each country competed to send gifts in their family names.

No matter how much their faith had hit rock bottom, the Grand Cleric was a symbol of peace encompassing the continent.

Those who wanted to maintain friendly relations had no choice but to use this day to foster goodwill.

Already, splendid wreaths filled the temple.

The Sacred Knights looked at the list they had received in advance and only accepted permitted gifts.

It was when they were concentrating on inspection.

A woman was walking over, lifting a wooden box larger than herself.

“Please stop for a moment.”

“What’s the matter?”

Her tone was so confident that it startled the Sacred Knights.

“What is the name of the sender? And please tell us what this box is.”

“It’s just a flower pot. Priest Theo sent it.”

“That person’s name is not on the list.”

“That can’t be. You must have gotten something wrong.”

As the argument continued, a passing priest approached.

“What’s the matter?”

“Lionel Priest, there’s an unauthorized gift here…”

“Well, Priest Theo…!”

Lionel chuckled and said to the Sacred Knight.

“Ah, Priest Theo said he would gift a flower pot. Please let her in.”

At his words, the Sacred Knight reluctantly let the woman inside.

“See, I was right.”

She thoroughly mocked the Sacred Knight and walked boldly forward.

What’s with that personality?

The remaining Sacred Knight found this situation very unfair.

The woman didn’t seem to struggle at all, still carrying the large wooden box as she wandered around the temple.

“Ah, so boring! Where on earth are you?”

It was then.

Seeing the pink hair visible in the distance, she waved her hand frantically.

“Lady Evelyn!”

Evelyn was startled and rubbed her eyes.

She seemed to be checking if what she saw was correct.

Soon after, Evelyn quickly approached the woman and asked.

“Vanessa, how on earth did you get here!”

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