Rowena was forced to turn pale at the news that Liliana was pregnant. She was worried about the baby to be born, but she was most worried about Liliana. It was clear that her weak-hearted friend would suffer from mental illness if things went wrong.
I have to hurry things upâŚ
Knowing what kind of person Marquis Wenson was, she could guess what Liliana would face, where she couldnât leave the Marquis family for even a week, let alone two months.
The wedding festivities were two days away from the end, and during these two days, the Marquis would continue to attend the imperial ball. He missed the most important event, the wedding, so this time he had to show up.
It was the same even if Cecil or Rowena didnât attend the ball, which was held for several days in a row. However, nobles would know who attended and who hadnât.
If the Marquis of Wenson didnât attend the ball for no reason, it was clear that they would corner him, saying, âHow dare you not even attend the wedding!â
Of course, she couldnât be that relieved. It was known to quite a few nobles that Marquis Wenson had started to fall out of favor with the Crown Prince.
There was a high possibility that Marquis Wenson would just pretend and escape.
Who should I use to catch him?
The Marquis was a snob and liked the royal family, especially the duke. It was difficult to narrow down the candidates since even the Marquis would be wary of Cecilâs aides and those from the royal family.
The Duke of Calios is perfect, butâŚ
If being young was a flaw, it was a flaw. Because Marquis Wenson disliked anyone who was younger and had a higher rank than him. On the contrary, he could use Liliana to appeal to their interest because of her young age.
The problem is that there is no rumor that Liliana has returned to the capital.
In the end, Rowenaâs shoulders became heavy because she returned to the problem of persuading Cecil.
It doesnât matter about me! Lilianaâs safety is at stake!
She could handle it if she thought of Liliana. Cecil didnât hurt her anyway, she just suffered a lot of embarrassing things.
I-Iâm in a good moodâŚ
Rowena, who organized her thoughts, greeted Cecil from the bathroom. Cecil grinned at Rowena, who was already reddening her cheeks.
ââŚI think Pina was going to find you earlier, have you made a decision?â
âYes! Poetry and all, Iâll take the brideâs class.â
Cecil looked at her grumpily as Rowena replied.
âNo⌠The conditions are different from before.â
âWhat?! W-whatâŚâ
Cecil approached Rowena, who was nervous and sat down. Rowena reflexively embraced the hem of her silk gown.
âI want to extend the grant of wishes for a month to half a year. Of course, youâll keep taking bridal lessons.â
âSuch aâŚ!â
âWell, itâs not urgent, is it?â
For Cecil, it didnât really matter what happened to Liliana. Rowena would eventually grant his request, and Liliana Wenson would be removed from the clutches of the Marquis.
It wasnât important to Liliana whether she was put through another day by her father.
Rather, the current situation, which had taken away his golden time with Rowena, was very painful.
âUghâŚâ
Rowena was upset, but she wanted to get Liliana out of there as soon as possible. Besides, whether she grants Cecilâs request or not, whatâs different from usual?
âI-insteadâŚ! Your Highness and I wonât do it until I save Liliana!â
âWhat?â
âNo kisses, no hugs! No bathroom, no sleep⌠Iâll sleep on the sofa!â
Cecil, who was secretly jealous of Liliana because of Rowenaâs love for Liliana, suddenly came to his senses.
From the look of Cec, it seemed that that idea wouldnât change even if he withdrew his offer earlier.
âOkay. Iâll get Liliana Wenson out today. Thatâs how it works, right?â
âYes!â
Cecil was relieved by Rowenaâs brightening expression. He opened his arms and said softly.
âThen you should come and kiss me.â
ââŚâ
Rowena, who rolled her eyes, gently shook her head. Cecil looked tearful.
ââŚDo you really have to do this?â
âI promised to grant your wish for two months!â
âHalf a year. Donât shorten it to two months. It can be extended to a year though.â
Cecilâs stomach boiled at Rowenaâs pouting expression. He had to grab her and suck her thick lips, but it was impossible right now.
Cecil frowned and called the servant.
âBring Mitchell in right now.â
Rowenaâs face lit up at his command.
* * *
With Cecilâs help and Annaâs advice, things were already going on.
The butler looked at them in bewilderment at the appearance of the guards, accompanied by an imperial letter, who stormed into the House of Wensen. The butler who received the official document read it at once.
âA servant of that name indeed worked in this mansion, but he was whipped and kicked out by the Marquis less than two months ago.â
âThere was a tip that the servant was being hidden by the Marquis. Where is the Marquis?â
The butler hesitated while holding the official letter at the guard captainâs words.
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