Hush Now, Saintess! - Chapter 129
Chapter 129
Translator: Yonnee
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“Wait a second, I didn’t mean to take it that far…”
“You said you’d buy them all, so I let you have them. You’re not going to back out now, are you?”
“……”
“Oh, but if you want to cancel now, just let me know. I’ll take them instead. My father told me to buy whatever dresses I wanted.”
“Uncle did?”
“Yes, my father.”
With Roella’s confirmation, Helena began to tremble slightly.
“I’ll buy them all. The allowance Uncle gives me is more than enough to cover it.”
“Oh, really?”
“Of course.”
Judging by her expression, I’d say otherwise.
Roella shrugged her shoulders.
“That’s good to hear. I was worried it might be too much of a burden for you.”
“A burden? Puh-lease.”
“Alright then…”
Roella folded her arms and nodded, smiling slightly.
“So? Aren’t you going to pay?”
—27.34 million shillings!
—Par…don? H-How much?
—27.34 million shillings.
—…Charge it to the Count’s estate.
—Understood, Miss. Have a great day!
Helena, visibly shaken, completed the payment and quickly exited the store.
Her retreating figure looked utterly defeated.
‘That’s what you get for challenging me.’
Smiling to herself, Roella called over the clerk.
“Yes, Your Ladyship. How can I help you?”
“Show me two of the nicest dresses that Helena didn’t choose.”
“Two dresses?”
“Yes, two.”
One for me, one for Hamelle.
At the end of the day, it’s best to avoid overspending!
* * *
“I had such a wonderful time today, Hamelle, Ducal Lady.”
“Me too, Nia! Will we meet again sometime?” Hamelle asked wistfully.
“Of course! I’ll come to the completion ceremony. Let’s meet then.”
“Oh, that sounds wonderful! So, we’ll definitely see each other on that day.”
“Yes, see you then. Ducal Lady, you’ll meet me too, right?”
“Of course.”
“Is that a promise?”
Once she received a satisfying answer, Nia turned and walked away from them.
Watching her leave, Roella raised an eyebrow.
‘Come to think of it, I never asked which family she’s from.’
Her worn-out clothes and expensive bracelet were odd together. She seemed like a noble, considering she came to buy a dress, but her behavior… not so much.
A bit of a mystery, in any case.
‘Oh well, I’ll find out when I see her at the ceremony.’
Setting aside her curiosity, Roella led Hamelle to a nearby café. After indulging in some sweet cake, she carefully spoke up.
“Hamelle.”
“Yes, Ducal Lady!”
“I have one more favor to ask. Is that alright? I’ll make sure to pay you well.”
“Of course! I’d work for you even without pay.”
“Well, let’s not go that far…”
Roella pulled out a piece of paper and handed it to her.
“This is…?”
“So, do you think you can make it?”
Roella asked, her heart pounding.
“I’ll have to try, but I’m already filled with inspiration. Especially this elegant curve… I’ve never seen a design like this before—it’s thrilling!”
Phew, thank goodness.
Relieved by Hamelle’s enthusiasm, Roella relaxed. As strange as Hamelle might be, her skill was unparalleled.
When a genius puts in the effort, is there anything they can’t do?
“Sorry, but I’ll need it before the completion ceremony.”
“Leave it to me.”
Hamelle’s confident reply brought a smile of satisfaction to Roella’s face.
.
.
Meanwhile, outside the café—
Someone was watching the two of them through the window.
“Hmm. That looks entertaining… shame I had to leave early.”
It was Nia.
The person standing beside her adjusted his glasses and asked,
“What on earth were you doing out in that outfit today?”
“I was out for a stroll and made some friends.”
“Friends? Don’t tell me you’re talking about the Saintess…?”
“Yes, Roella and Hamelle. Those two are my new friends from today.”
At Nia’s cheerful response, the man, Hestin, sighed.
“You were so curious about her, and now you’ve finally met her directly.”
“It was pure coincidence, I swear.”
“So, shall I report this to His Highness?”
“Oh, come now. Do I really need to report my new friends to my own son?”
Nia—actually Nikita, Hildeon’s mother—shrugged nonchalantly, and Hestin shook his head.
“Your Highness the Imperial Consort.”
“Alright, alright. Let’s head back. I’m starving!”
With a lively tone, Nikita clapped Hestin on the shoulder and climbed into the carriage.
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