Hush Now, Saintess! - Chapter 132
Chapter 132
Translator: Yonnee
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“…Do you think I’ve gone crazy? That guy will probably go with Helena.”
“Oh, right. Of course. I asked without thinking.”
Jane let out a sigh of relief.
“Then who are you going with?”
“The Crown Prince.”
“Ah, of course, the Crown Prince…”
At my casual response, Jane nodded along absentmindedly, but only for a moment.
“Wait, who?!”
Were you shocked? So was I.
Before we parted earlier today, Hildeon had cautiously suggested something to me.
—Have you found a partner for the completion ceremony?
At the time, I was entirely unprepared and was horrified to realize that I didn’t have a partner.
Oh no, I don’t have one.
—…Not yet, no.
—Then, would you consider me?
—Your Highness, as my partner?
—As it happens, I haven’t found anyone either.
Now that I thought about it, Hildeon rarely attended social events. He’s probably as unfamiliar with these formalities as I am.
‘It seems His Highness also lost his timing.’
I felt an odd sense of camaraderie and connection.
Or perhaps it was due to the curse.
I quickly glanced around and gestured for Hildeon to lean closer.
He lowered himself without hesitation, and, standing on tiptoe, I whispered near his ear.
—Is this because of the curse?
—……?
But Hildeon’s reaction was odd. He looked at me as if wondering what the curse had to do with his request to be my partner.
—You said the curse weakens when I’m nearby. Isn’t that why you want me with you?
—No, that’s not it.
—It’s not?
—No, it isn’t.
Then why…?
‘Did he genuinely just need a partner?’
Whatever the reason, it seemed a good choice to accept Hildeon as my partner.
—Then, I’ll be in your care.
Thus, the world’s least sociable pair was born.
The notorious villainess and the cursed Crown Prince—what a sight we’ll make.
“So, you’re going with the Crown Prince…”
“Why? Are you worried? He’s not as intimidating as…”
“No, I think he’s wonderful!”
Right. That’s Jane for you. She’s a steadfast maid who doesn’t buy into gossip.
Just seeing how she treats me, even knowing my reputation, proves her loyalty.
“The Crown Prince is much better than the Young Duke. He’s got a stronger presence, too…”
“…I suppose that’s true.”
“On the day, I’ll make sure you look your absolute best. And since the dress arrived, let’s try it on right now!”
“Already?”
“Yes, already.”
Jane grinned with a determined look, leaving me no room to refuse. I slowly rose from my seat, realizing I had no escape.
‘By the way, why did that bug disappear earlier?’
The moment I agreed to be Hildeon’s partner…
Ding!
〈 A bug on Hildeon has been removed!
– Hideon Bug Extermination (2/10) 〉
The bug was there, and now it’s gone. If only I knew what triggered these bugs to disappear.
But before I could dwell on it…
“Milady, come quickly!”
Jane’s voice echoed from the other side of the room, urging me along.
‘Oh, whatever.’
It’s a good thing, so that’s all that matters.
“Alright, I’m coming.”
* * *
“So you asked the Saintess to be your partner?”
“Yes.”
Well, in other news, Your Highness’s newly invited partner has also become your mother’s new friend.
Hestin’s thoughts immediately went there, barely able to swallow his words. After all, the Empress’s bonus was still fresh in his bag.
“Well, that turned out well. With Her Ladyship by your side, the curse should weaken, so it’s a smart choice all around.”
At that, Hildeon’s face twisted in irritation.
“Why are you looking at me like that, Your Highness?”
“You think speaking ‘respectfully’ makes your words any less disrespectful?”
“I meant to say that you’re looking very… intense, sir.”
“Forget it. Anyway, that’s not the reason.”
“There’s another reason?”
At the mention of another reason, Hildeon clamped his mouth shut.
What’s with the evasiveness?
Hestin’s stomach churned for some reason.
“Regardless, you should choose an outfit for the event,” Hestin said, pulling over a rack of clothes.
It was loaded with ceremonial uniforms in nine colors—red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, purple, black, and white.
“You went to the trouble of having nine options made, but you still haven’t decided?”
“I have decided.”
“Huh?”
Yesterday, he’d told him to wait, but today he suddenly knew?
“What color, then?”
At the question, Hildeon thought of Roella’s face.
—Since we’re partners, it’d be nice to match our outfits, don’t you think? Though that might be hard…
—What dress will you be wearing?
—Me? I’ll be wearing white. Since it’s a temple event, I thought white would be fitting.
Roella’s smiling face appeared vividly in his memory, and Hildeon felt his neck flush with warmth.
“White. I’ll wear white.”
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