NOVEL NEXT chapter 33
33 – 33 – Charlotte.
The day after he proposed to Charlotte.
I sat down with her again.
” Huh..”
I cleared my throat and kept busy emptying the teacup.
It was awkward and a bit embarrassing.
Although she committed it out of anger, it was because Charlotte’s actions were too active after that.
Ed-kun♡
‘And it was so stimulating..’
I almost lost my temper.
I lived many lives, but every year I turned 20, I was immersed in it…
There was no way I had ever experienced something like that.
Munch!
…
Yesterday was really very stimulating.
Since her sister, Lilith, was always clinging to her, she thought she had developed some immunity, but…
‘And it was definitely a little bigger..’
Is it because, unlike Lilith, she was not a family member but a member of the opposite sex?
I thought I was going crazy from holding it in.
At that moment yesterday, I couldn’t think of all the ‘shit’ things that had happened.
Rather, I almost did something ‘shit’..
I almost stepped on the stairs, but…
There is definitely a procedure.
Even if I were dead after failing to date properly…
You may not have time to go on a sweet date, but I think it is right to at least do it after getting married.
Does she know how I feel about these worries?
” ~♪ “
Charlotte placed her chin in both hands and was just looking at me with joy.
Is it really that good?
I knew to some extent that he liked me, but…
I never thought I would be this happy.
This may be pouring cold water on her, but she has something to say.
” Princess, I’m sorry, but I have something to tell you. That is.. “
” Yes? No way… Right!? Ed! “
” Yes? “
Charlotte didn’t even listen to the end of my story and jumped up from her seat in embarrassment.
” No way! You’re not changing your words, are you? I clearly told you that you can’t change it, Ed! “
No, that can’t be possible.
Not even a day has passed, but will I withdraw my marriage proposal?
And looking at her shocked expression right now, it seems like she would never be able to do it even if she wanted to.
” Yes? That can’t be possible, princess! “
Before she misunderstood and went even further, she quickly denied it.
” Phew.. Other than that, it’s okay..”
At this, Charlotte sighed heavily and was relieved.
Was it so hard for you to trust me?
Even yesterday when I proposed, he asked me several times and pinched his cheek.
It was Charlotte who was checking whether the facts and reality were correct.
It may be that I am not trustworthy, but…
I confessed to her suddenly and out of the blue yesterday, so I can understand her uncertainty.
” … Yes, but the princess may be disappointed..”
That’s why I have to say it.
I told her how I came to propose to her..
However, how will she react after hearing the reason?
Charlotte hopes that she will not be greatly shocked.
” As long as Ed doesn’t tell you to break up, anything is fine! “
Does she really not care as long as she doesn’t break up?
I thanked her for creating an atmosphere in which she felt comfortable speaking up.
” … Thank you. “
Now, I was in the process of taking her words out to explain.
” Hmm.. Then let me tell you.. Hey princess? “
Thump!
Charlotte suddenly grabbed my hands and started stroking them.
I called her because I was embarrassed.
” Yes? “
Rather, it was Charlotte who responded, “Why are you doing that?”
” That hand over there.. “
” Ah.. Can’t it just stay like this? “I thought you were anxious…”
Oh, is it revealed in the expression?
” Ah.. It’s okay like this.. No, I think it’s good. “
” Thank you! “
What am I so grateful for?
Rather, I am the one to be thankful for.
I hold her warm hand like this…
” … Then let me tell you. “
She honestly confessed the circumstances that led to her proposal.
.
.
.
Looking at Charlotte’s joy.
Why not just say it?
It would be a lie to say I wasn’t worried.
But, I couldn’t trick her into accepting my confession.
That is a deception.
All I can do is take advantage of the heart of the person who loves me.
No, even if you tell it, it would be true that you are already using it.
Lee Hye-young, to fight against the being called a hero in this world.
To escape from the obsession of a fucking bitch.
For me to survive.
In order to use her, her imperial family and Frigid join forces.
The fact that I proposed to her because of her other purpose than her heart for loving her.
It was very difficult to talk about, but I told the truth honestly.
” … “
She was silent after hearing my story.
Did you feel betrayed?
How angry will I be?
Even if it were her, wouldn’t she now reject it?
Even if that were the case, there was nothing we could do about it.
You have to lie to her and tell her that you love her.
But as I said before, it is a deception.
At the end of the marriage due to deception.
There can never be a good ending, although it may not end in a terrible death like in the previous life.
That’s why I told everything honestly.
Even if the next words that come out of her mouth are anger, rejection, and contempt…
However, contrary to my worries.
” What.. Was it just like that? “
” Yes? “
Charlotte responded that it was no big deal.
It’s barely like that.
I am using you.
Because I want to live.
Because I don’t want to be killed.
I just ran away from you…
Cook!
” Hwang, princess? “
” Ed! “
Charlotte held my hand tighter and called my name.
” Yes, yes! “
Charlotte called me with a slightly angry expression, so I quickly answered in a disciplined voice.
No, I think it would be more accurate to call it a pouty expression.
” I am not a fool! “
” Yes.. Of course. “
That’s right.
No matter how much she likes me, yesterday’s marriage proposal must have come out of the blue.
It is true that I did not show any interest in her.
So even if she gets angry at me now that she knows the truth, it’s okay for her to say anything.
I can understand.
It’s true that I was trying to take advantage of her.
But instead of getting angry, she was angry.
” It’s a little disappointing, but I expected that Ed’s feelings for me wouldn’t be the same as mine.”
She said with a lonely expression, as if she had expected it.
“I’m sorry..”
I’m not sure how much she likes me.
I did not look at any woman, let alone Charlotte, as the opposite sex, and was busy avoiding her.
Therefore, the feelings I have for her are as good as nonexistent, so of course they cannot be the same.
I’m just… Sorry.
” No! No need to apologize! “
There is no need to apologize..
On the contrary, Charlotte comforted me, fearing that I would be heartbroken.
Even just the day before yesterday.
When that crazy bitch appeared in front of me.
I used to think that all the misfortune in this world was centered on me.
But wouldn’t it be okay to think a little differently?
I can’t believe a woman like this likes me..
While I was immersed in these sentiments, Charlotte spoke to me.
” But if you really didn’t like me, you wouldn’t have proposed this, right? “
Of course.
If the goal was simply to ensure survival…
I hate to think about it, but I might have chosen the first method that Allen mentioned.
If I pray and fawn over that damn bitch, wouldn’t I be able to survive?
But it is better to die than that.
” Of course there’s no way the princess wouldn’t like it..”
In case Charlotte misunderstood, I tried to answer immediately this time.
Talk.
” !? “
I couldn’t finish speaking because she suddenly placed a finger on my mouth.
“ Charlotte. ”
Charlotte?
” Could you please call me Charlotte? “It’s a nickname that only her parents call me, but I wish she would call me Ed too.”
Charlotte, with her slightly red face, asked me to call her by her nickname and removed her finger from my lips.
Wow, this is going crazy.
Everything about her actions and tone is so cute that I think I’m going crazy.
Please call me by a nickname rather than just my name..
I haven’t even gotten married yet, so is it okay to call the princess of the empire what I want?
” If Ed is truly sorry and grateful… I will show it off by calling me by my nickname! “
You can beat it?
How can I refuse this?
” Uh.. Charlotte? “
Of course I accepted her request.
Is it because this was the first time I called a woman by her nickname?
Although my voice trembled slightly, I called her by her nickname.
This is more embarrassing than I thought..
” Ah♡ It’s still really good, but please leave out the ‘nim’ character too! “
” That’s.. “
It would be a bit odd to leave out an honorific title to someone who is a high-ranking person and princess.
” Yes? “
Oh, I don’t know.
I think I’ve already fallen for her.
” Charlotte..Lot? “
As she requested, although I was a little nervous, I called her whatever nickname she wanted.
Then.
Cook!
” Ah♡.. Ed, what about me..”
Charlotte held my hand tighter and said with an ecstatic expression.
” I was rather afraid that it might end up as a one-sided, unrequited love..”
” As you said, it may still be my own unrequited love..”
” An opportunity has arisen, right? And at least..”
” No one else will be able to touch Ed. “
” The person Ed is afraid of.. At least as a hero..”
” I won’t let a single finger touch you. “
“ Definitely. ”
” … “
I couldn’t help but be moved when I heard her firm promise.
Is this a world where men and women are reversed?
It’s like becoming a princess and a prince..
No, become a prince and receive an oath from the princess?…
Anyway, I really felt like I could overcome any hardship with her.
But even before this emotion wears off.
Suddenly Charlotte called my name.
“Ed..”
Blame!
” Hwang, princess? “
Sleep, wait a minute!
I was embarrassed and had no choice but to call her.
Because Charlotte tried to unbutton my shirt.
” Charlotte! “
” Ah, yes. Charlotte..”
” Yes! Ed! “
Warm
“Hey, is that Charlotte?..”
” Can’t it just stay like this? “
No matter how clueless one was, there was no way he could not know what Charlotte wanted right now.
However.
” Huh! “I feel the same way as Charlotte, but…”
” Well, then! “
It’s too fast.
” Joe, can’t you slow down a little? “
If the imperial princess and the grand duke’s second son were to break the speed limit, both the emperor and the grand duke might fall to the ground holding their necks.
” Boy.. I too.. Wasn’t very considerate of the man.. I won’t force him..”
” Yes, thank you. “
When Charlotte realized what I meant, she stepped back with regret.
I am also very disappointed.
To be honest, I can say that I am excited right now.
Srurrrrrruk
‘ Huh? ‘
I feel some kind of chill, but I guess it’s an illusion, right?
There will be sufficient heating in the room.
While I was having this illusion.
“ Even if I want to do it like this anyway.. ”
Charlotte narrowed her eyes slightly and said.
Is there some problem?
Are you still upset because you rejected the woman’s invitation?
” Charlotte? “
Charlotte’s expression on her face seemed to be getting worse, so I called her out.
Then.
” Oh, no. Ed! “
” Yes? “
Charlotte shook her head and called my name.
Then she stretched out her arms again and approached me.
And.
Warm
He hugged me tightly.
” Ah, I love it! I love you! “
” Ugh! “You understand what I’m saying…”
I barely sunk it! This is dangerous!
” All you have to do is not progress, right? “
What do you mean!
“ Ed-kun♡! ”
After that, it took a long time for me to break away from Charlotte.
…
Nothing special…
There was none.
Really.
Really.