Chapter 253

Outaishihi ni Nante Naritakunai!! Chapter 253

He and His Close Friend’s Conclusion

A few days have passed since Lidi did her best.

Although little by little, Father and Mother appear to be warming up to each other.

Yesterday, I saw Father talking to Mother, and she didn’t have the cold look like before. Speaking of Father, he was very straightforward, although not in the way Lidi said.

He was smiling the whole time, unable to conceal his happiness.

When Mother left, he followed in a hurry… Somehow it reminded me of how I chase after Lidi.

Wilhelm family has strong obsession with their mates. Mother finally opened her heart, this time Father won’t give up until he completely obtains her.

As the relationship between Father and Mother improved somewhat, the atmosphere in the Royal Castle too became better.

This is all thanks to Lidi.

I wouldn’t think of touching this issue alone, and I would still have unpleasant feelings for Mother.

Thanks to Lidi talking about Mother, I also slightly changed my view of her.

I only found Mother irritating, but now I’ve come to think that this was the only way she could live.

But if I had been told that by anybody but Lidi, surely I wouldn’t have believed it.

The wound I received when I was young was that deep. However, because those were the words of my only mate, who accepted everything about me, I could obediently accept them.

What Lidi changed was the relationship between Father, Mother, and me. And one more thing――.

Their story, that I was convinced couldn’t go well, was about to enter a new phase.

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“Glenn.”

I called the man walking through a corridor to a halt.

Glenn turned back and showed an amiable smile.

“Aah, Freed. What is the matter? Is you work fine?”

“I’ve nearly finished today’s share, so there’s no problem. More importantly, I need to talk with you.”

“With me?”

It was written on Glenn’s face than nothing came to his mind.

I faced him and beckoned him to come closer.

When Glenn obediently came, I got straight to the point.

“As of today, Mistress Helene is dismissed as a concubine.”

“Eh…?”

Glenn looked at me like he heard something unexpected.

After all, he hadn’t know yet.

“I heard she is now packing her luggage and then returning to her parents’ marquis house. Glenn. You can only stop her now.”

“No, that… But…”

Seeing Glenn only blink his eyes, I patted his back.

“You love mistress Helene, right? Is it okay to part without saying anything?”

“Ah! Freed!”

“There’s no particular problem, right? She isn’t Esteemed Father’s concubine now. What reason do you have to hold back?”

“H, however…”

As Glenn couldn’t keep up with the situation, I told him.

“Actually, I asked my father. If he could hand Mistress Helene to you, since he would dismiss her as a concubine. You distinguished yourself in the war with Sahaja two years ago. There’s also no problem with your social status. You meet the conditions. The problem would be Duke Pellegrini, but Mistress Helene comes from a marquis house, and although she is slightly older, she was my father’s concubine. He won’t complain.”

“…”

“Glenn?”

Worried over wide-eyed Glenn who wouldn’t move an inch, I called out to him.

He was frozen for a while, then he quietly asked me.

“Freed… Is what you just said true?”

“Yeah, there’s no reason for me to lie, right? Aren’t you happy?”

Glenn has loved Mistress Helene for over a decade knowing it wouldn’t be rewarded.

Even though he can finally obtain her, why can’t he be honestly happy?

“… Of course I am happy. But…!”

“Glenn?”

“What about Lady Helene’s feelings? She was His Majesty’s concubine. She adored His Majesty. And suddenly she was dismissed as a concubine. To receive her when she is hurt… There is no way I can be delighted when I think about her situation.”

“… I thought you would be like this.”

I listened to Glenn’s reply and slightly nodded.

I had the same concern as he does.

But, Lidi said.

“Freed…?”

While I was recalling what Lidi told me, Glenn called out to me.

I came to and calmly said.

“It’s alright, Glenn. Your worries are unwarranted. Mistress Helene loves you. So go. Propose to her yourself, before your father orders you to.”

I told Glenn Lidi’s conjecture. I have a feeling that if I hadn’t, Glenn wouldn’t believe it or take action.

Upon hearing my words Glenn froze and opened his eyes wide.

“L, Lady Helene loves me?”

“It’s Lidi’s conjecture, but she’s most likely right.”

“B, but, His Majesty…”

“This is between you and me, but there was no relationship between Esteemed Father and Mistress Helene. They had no feelings for each other. I can’t talk about the details, but it’s the truth. She was married for fifteen years, but… she’s most likely still a virgin. That’s what I meant by them not having a relationship.”

“Ah.”

Since Mother is Father’s mate, there’s no doubt. There’s no way Father would embrace Mistress Helene. When I said that with conviction, Glenn looked like he was about to cry.

“The rest is up to you. It’s alright, Glenn. It’s as I said. I’m sure you’re anxious about various things, but don’t worry. Leave everything else to me. Don’t miss the opportunity that has finally appeared.”

I vigorously struck Glenn’s back. He staggered a few steps, then he broke into a run in a hurry.

I called out towards his back.

“Mistress Helene plans to depart from the south gate. Hurry.”

“Yes! Thank you, Freed. You have my gratitude!”

He returned a shout like he was laughing through tears. Good grief, is he going there with such a face. Although I thought so, I realized everybody is like that when facing the partner they truly love.

I feel like even I only show Lidi my shameful sides.

“… Good for you.”

I muttered towards his back that was no longer visible.

I know he’s had feelings for Mistress Helene for a long time.

And that those feelings wouldn’t come true.

I felt sorry for him, since it couldn’t be helped.

That’s why.

As he went to grasp the chance that had finally appeared, I wished him good luck from the bottom of my heart.

Editor: Valeria