Volume 2 Chapter 2-2 The Former Mean Villainess, Lovestruck
However, I can't just let go of Rolus because of something like that.
"I envy you, Lady Elena, for being so decisive," he said.
"...Come on, Rolus. We're having a serious conversation, so don't be shy."
"It's you who's blushing, Lady."
In front of my friend, I suddenly became embarrassed that I was gushing about my love while actually standing next to him.
And although I felt my face getting hot, I thought it was completely red, yet when I glanced over, I noticed that Rolus' cheeks were also flushed.
The mutual embarrassment only deepened the blush.
"Mr. Rolus, are you happy?"
"Of course. However, I'm aware that I might have led her away from the path to happiness suitable for a noble lady. I also recognize that I've taken her away from the Alfano family and their expectations of her marriage. But I have no regrets. Because right now, I am truly happy."
Seeing Rolus' smile, my face grew warm once more.
It felt like all the blood in my body was gathered in my face.
Just as I was thinking that, I noticed Rolus turned crimson too, and even Ms. Parsley seemed to follow suit.
It was like a gathering of boiled octopuses....
"It makes me so happy to see both of you looking so blissful."
The blushing Ms. Parsley let out a soft giggle.
And her previously drooping brows perked up just a little.
"I actually have someone in mind that I'm considering marrying."
"Oh, really?"
It seems like this is the main topic now.
And judging by the flow of conversation, it doesn't sound like her intended is from the nobility.
"...But to be honest, I'm still just thinking about it on my own."
"Is it unrequited love?"
"No, it's not... I think?"
Huh?
Which is it?
"Ah, maybe they're hesitating to propose to Ms. Parsley because the partner isn't a noble?"
As I posed the question, Ms. Parsley widened her eyes in surprise.
She looked as if to say, "How did you know?" but if you had been listening to our conversation, it was pretty obvious.
If this is my past life, I would have innocently asked, "Who is this?"
I should be able to ask this, butshe is a noble lady, and since I'm also technically a noble lady, I can't let my innocence show.
Wondering what to do, I handed Ms. Parsley the leather pouch.
"Shall we try a simple stone divination?"
"Is that really okay?"
"I can't do a full divination without the teacher's permission yet, but if you're fine with that, just pick one stone from this pouch based on your intuition."
It's the same divination I did for Rudger the other day.
It's a simple reading based on the meaning and shine of the chosen stone.
"Alright, then."
Saying that, Ms. Parsley took out a stone, which I caught in my palm.
"Oh? Oh my."
The moment I placed it in my palm, the stone sparkled brilliantly, making me tilt my head in confusion.
This was because it looked exactly like the stone I saw the other day, shining in the same way.
"Um, Lady Elena...?"
"The words this stone holds are that happiness will come. The fact that it shines so brightly means..."
"...that means?"
"It means that if Ms. Parsley marries the person she's thinking of right now, happiness will come, but..."
"B-but...?"
It's exactly the same stone Rudger picked.
The way it shines is identical.
Could this really be a coincidence?
"Um, Ms. Parsley. I hope you don't mind me asking, but is your partner perhaps a commoner...?"
"Uh, um... y-yes."
Ms. Parsley answered in a voice as soft as a whisper.
"Is that person someone I know...?"
"...they are."
This is... that, right?
It's about Rudger, isn't it?
So, the person Rudger mentioned the other day was Ms. Parsley!
I didn't know... no, I didn't realize.
When did this happen...?
"Ms. Parsley. Divination is just divination, so I don't think it's absolute."
"Yes."
"So, this is just my thought, but I believe you will surely find happiness."
"Really, is that true?"
After all, both of them who are thinking of getting married chose the same stone.
Moreover, the meaning of that stone is "happiness will come."
Happiness is bound to come; there's no way it won't.
"But, I think a bit of shock will hit your heart."
"S-shock!?"
After all, that guy isn't a commoner.
But I can't say that out loud.
He'll say it himself, anyway.
"But I'm sure it'll be fine, so keep your heart strong."
"My heart... Yes, I understand, Lady Elena."
Seeing Ms. Parsley nodding seriously, I almost burst out laughing at how adorable she was, but I held it in.
I can't let any slip-ups happen.
So for now, I just smile and wish for her happiness.
Her joy at the fact that Rolus and I are happy.
And as expected, he and she will end up in quite the predicament, but that's a story for another time.
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