The Saintess Is Too Good at Lying - Chapter 64

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The Saint Is Such a Good Liar! Episode 064
Sergio gave me the roses he had supposedly set aside for Lumiel.
But when? I never received them.
“I’m not asking you to lie. But there was no need to spread rumors about it.”
Sergio’s eyes were bloodshot, the veins stark against his skin. Then, in a heavily suppressed voice, he asked.
“How much further do you intend to humiliate me?”
I briefly wondered if the detection device might be faulty, but Sergio’s reaction was far too genuine to be anything but the truth.
“…Was it truly so offensive that I mentioned you gave me roses as a wedding gift?”
“What?”
At my words, Sergio’s expression went blank in an instant—as if hearing this for the first time.
“What are you talking about? A wedding gift? I never said anything like that…”
“You didn’t hear about it, then.”
Just as I thought. Lumiel had deliberately relayed only part of it.
“It seems the lady didn’t mention that part.”
As realization dawned on Sergio’s face, understanding struck me as well.
The roses the attendant had delivered anonymously.
“So you were the one who lied.”
“I apologize. It was wrong of me.”
“…No, these things happen.”
Sergio’s expression became awkward. He parted his lips briefly, then spoke.
“I’m sorry for getting angry. I just…”
“It seems my brother has decided to trust the lady’s words more than mine.”
I calmly cut off Sergio’s words. His lips pressed shut as if his voice had been stolen.
“I asked you before, and this time too, you became angry before even hearing my explanation.”
“…You’re right. I have no excuse.”
Sergio’s head bowed slightly. He bit his lip and murmured.
“I was just… so shocked. I’m sorry.”
Why would that be so shocking? Why did he send roses to Justitia anonymously in the first place?
‘What are you really thinking, Sergio?’
I couldn’t grasp his intentions, but one thing was certain.
“Are you truly sorry to me?”
“Yes, twice over…”
“Then grant me one wish.”
Sergio looked at me and nodded.
“Tell me.”
“Go on a date with me.”
At this unexpected proposal, Sergio’s jaw went slack.
“…A date?”
“You’ve never taken me to see the city streets before.”
Since Justitia was a saint and didn’t engage much in high society activities, we had scarcely even danced together at a ball.
Sergio had maintained a cold demeanor throughout, so in those seven years, we had never spent time together even once.
No matter how hard I tried, being consistently rejected as family over such a long period meant it was only natural that Justitia felt hurt.
“I think the root of these repeated misunderstandings stems from you keeping me at such a distance, older brother. Of course, you’ve consistently said you have no intention of accepting me as your true sister, but….”
I took a step closer to Sergio.
“Do you still feel that way? Now that the princess has returned.”
“….”
“You could afford to be more generous with me, couldn’t you? I still want to be acknowledged as your sister.”
As I spoke in a gentle, persuasive tone, anguish flickered across Sergio’s expression.
What are you agonizing over, you fool? I’m telling you I’ll overlook everything you’ve done wrong so far.
‘Of course, I don’t actually mean that.’
With this incident, Sergio now owed me a debt, and this was an opportunity to grow closer to him.
The closer we became, the more I could understand what lay beneath his surface, and then….
‘What would you do if I actually took the place of his real sister, Lumiel?’
Justitia might very well become Sergio’s ‘true’ sister, just as everyone had been pushing for.
‘I have no intention of making Justitia give up her status as a princess.’
The higher the rank, the better. I’d ensure she lived comfortably enough to do whatever she wanted for the rest of her life.
‘But living under the same roof as Lumiel is now impossible.’
Then the only way was to gain his favor far more than a true sister could.
‘If even the affection of this garbage of an older brother is desirable.’
I’ll give it to you. Whether you discard it later or not is entirely up to you.
“…Very well.”
After a long pause, Sergio finally spoke, accompanied by a faint sigh.
His attitude suggested reluctance, but he was yielding out of necessity for his past wrongs.
“If that’s what you want, it shouldn’t be difficult.”
“Really?”
As I broke into a bright smile, Sergio flinched.
He hadn’t expected me to be this pleased.
‘The real Justitia would have smiled far more radiantly than this.’
Feeling a bitter taste in my mouth, I spoke in an excited voice.
“I’ll adjust to whatever schedule is comfortable for you, older brother. I’m fine with anything.”
“…You’re the one who’s going to become queen.”
Sergio exhaled a deeper sigh and pointed out my attitude.
“That kind of easy-going demeanor isn’t good. I should be the one adjusting to you. Especially since this opportunity came about because of my mistake.”
“What does it matter? You’re my older brother.”
“….”
“I don’t want to overthink things like that. This date was something I requested so we could become that kind of siblings.”
At those words, Sergio gazed at me intently. His expression seemed somehow troubled.
Just as I was barely suppressing a smirk at the thought of him genuinely worrying about his soon-to-be-queen younger sister’s naivety.
“Here.”
Sergio suddenly plucked one rose from the bouquet I had been holding and took it.
“May I take one?”
I nodded numbly. A faint smile flickered across Sergio’s lips.
“You enjoyed the roses?”
“Not particularly.”
Then why take one? Bewildered, I looked at him, and his smile deepened.
“As a sign of accepting the date.”
Ah, well, if that’s the case.
When we returned to the Plaza, it was precisely the moment the event was beginning.
The moment I started distributing the roses, a crowd surged toward me.
Roses given by the Saint seemed far more precious, after all.
“I shall offer you my blessings.”
“Thank you, Saint!”
I decided to spare no divine power today.
Watching smiles bloom across the faces of those receiving roses, my own mood lifted in turn.
“Saint, couldn’t you sprinkle glitter on my rose too?”
At someone’s question, I wore a puzzled expression.
“That sister over there sprinkled glitter on her roses too.”
Turning my head, I saw shimmering powder falling from Lumiel’s fingertips onto the roses.
Cheers erupted from those around us.
“Is she a Saint too? How is that even possible?”
“She is indeed a Saint. She’s the real Saint who disappeared seven years ago.”
“Ah, so she’s the one who had her position taken away?”
“That’s right. She’s no longer the official Saint, but I hear she still actively participates in charitable work.”
I heard murmurs from those around me. Only then did I understand why Lumiel had appeared here.
‘She wanted to make it clear that she’s the real Saint.’
I was relieved—more than relieved—that she hadn’t orchestrated some elaborate scheme in front of so many people.
‘I’m grateful beyond words. You’re helping me like this.’
I’d wanted to shed the Saint’s position that bound Justitia anyway.
‘Besides, there’s nothing to lie about in the Temple. If anything, the Saint’s status is an obstacle to High Society activities.’
Wait—and if I’m not the Saint, Alfonso would have no reason to marry me either.
Sergio would also better understand my genuine feelings that I don’t dislike Lumiel.
‘Ha, our interests align once again.’
Right, Lumiel was doing all this to reclaim her position anyway. I might as well give it to her.
‘She becomes a Saint and a Queen, which suits her well. I find my freedom. It’s a win-win.’
With that thought, I could be more generous toward Lumiel.
After the event ended, I took careful care of her.
“It must have been your first event—were you exhausted?”
“I’m fine. I’m more concerned whether you weren’t exhausted, Saint.”
“I’m fine too. Thank you for attending today. Everyone, please return safely….”
“Jus.”
At that moment, an unexpected voice cut between us. I turned my head to find Alfonso approaching, his expression unreadable.
He carried a bouquet of crimson roses in his hand.

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