After I Sent the Divorce Letter, My Husband Went Mad - Chapter 42

RP: Haebaragi_syk

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Chapter 21.2

What on earth could have transpired between him and the Emperor?

Seeing her curiosity, he took her hand and walked. He still wore the necklace she had given him during his time on the battlefield.

“Your Highness Cassel! Here you are.”

As they strode along the balustrade of the ballroom, his subordinates had gathered around. They already held beverages, although they hadn’t started drinking since the party hadn’t commenced yet.

“Oh, it seems Madam Leilia is here, too.”

Standing beside Zen, Calia, who had been sipping her drink, greeted her. Leilia tensed up at the sight of her, who was rumored to be Cassel’s mistress. Not only was she exceptional in appearance but also in abilities. It was often mentioned that he was close to her and treated her well.

As she naturally joined them, Cassel stood by her side as he spoke to his subordinates.

“Where did you get the drinks?”

“They were provided by the Hyllan Hotel.”

When Zen quickly responded, he furrowed his brow.

“Did they give you something like that?”

“I heard that it was an order from the head of the Hyllan merchant association to serve war heroes comfortably. It was from Mr. Lucis.”
[ T/N: It didn’t specifically mention Lucis’s title here since it used ‘님,’ but if there’s any more information provided later, I’ll change his title accordingly! ]

While Cassel’s eyes narrowed at the mention of Lucis’ name, Leilia smiled as she recalled the order she had given. She had simply told them to be considerate and not make anyone uncomfortable, but it seemed that Lucis had embellished the words appropriately.

Even though it wasn’t a bad thing, Cassel didn’t seem to be in a good mood.

“Is something wrong?”

At her question, he raised his head and gazed at her.

“Ah, His Highness Cassel doesn’t like Lucis that much.”

Calia’s words made Cassel respond with a stern face.

“I don’t dislike him.”

“But you don’t like him.”

Zen also chimed in.

‘…Could their relationship be strained?’

Leilia hadn’t heard such words from Lucis or Cassel before. As she was troubled, Cassel silently took her hand. He seemed to be talking as if nothing had happened between him and Lucis.

“By the way, is the head of the Hyllan association also attending this time?”

She was nervous at their words.

Of course, an invitation to the head of the Hyllan association had arrived from the imperial family, but she had naturally decided to send a delegate instead. She had no intention of attending in person because she hadn’t yet freed herself from her father’s influence.

“I’m also curious to see the relationship between Your Highness and the head of the Hyllan association finally revealed.”

Calia quickly noticed Leilia’s presence and spoke cautiously.

‘I know that, too.’

In truth, rumors circulated within the knight order that Cassel and the head of the Hyllan association were lovers. Considering that the head had sent significant supplies whenever he was in danger, such rumors were bound to spread.

Still, Cassel appreciated that his subordinates were considerate and refrained from discussing such things.

“Don’t talk nonsense.”

He seemed to be gauging the situation as well. When Leilia smiled, he chuckled softly.

“Then, let’s head to the banquet hall.”

Leading his attendants to the ballroom, he opened his mouth again.

“So, you’ve been aware of the rumors regarding the head of the Hyllan association and my relationship?”

“That’s right.”

“My subordinates often asked me about it.”

“Did you not say anything?”

Cassel nodded in response to her question.

“Before I joined the war, the Chancellor advised me that there was no need to reveal everything.”

After saying that, he entered the banquet hall.

The banquet hall was filled with countless people—the invited knights, knights’ families, and nobles who came to offer congratulations. There were also many beautiful ladies under the chandeliers. It almost seemed as if they were sending envious glances towards him.

‘Seems like it’s the same too.’

It was clear that the imperial family was trying to attach a woman to him to sway his feelings and push for a divorce. Rumors had been circulating discreetly that the Emperor was extensively searching for a suitable lady from the households of Lisseltz’s close entourages.

Today seemed to be the culmination of those efforts.

“It seems to have become a hassle.”

Cassel seemed to have noticed as well. His expression was also grim as he sighed and tilted his head slightly. He seemed unsure of what to do.

At that moment, Leilia linked her arm with his.

“Let’s go together.”

It was a clear answer.

“Alright.”

Cassel also seemed to be pleased with this solution, and he linked his arm with hers and entered the banquet hall together.

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‘…Everyone’s attention is on us.’

Unknowingly, Leilia exerted strength in her arm. Knowing how others might perceive her, she found herself tensing automatically.

‘They are going to think I don’t belong here.’

In normal circumstances, he would have been expected to choose a new partner from the ladies present there. However, since he had declared his intention to accompany her to the banquet, the situation had turned out like this.

‘Do I even deserve to be here?’

Even though Cassel was standing strong beside her, portraying himself as her husband, what would happen if the Emperor openly discussed divorce?

A sigh escaped her lips.

Leilia, who entered while receiving the eyes of the ladies, raised her head. For the time being, as long as he didn’t explicitly mention divorce, she was still his wife.

She decided to focus on that thought.

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