Hush Now, Saintess! - Chapter 78

Chapter 78

Translator: Yonnee

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With so many eyes at the bank, today’s event would spread quickly.

Helena looked at Roella, who seemed to be at a loss for words, with exhilaration.

Just then, Roella raised her hand.

‘Just as planned…!’

Helena internally cheered and tightly closed her eyes.

And then—,

Slap!

A loud sound echoed.

‘……?’

But something was off.

She felt no pain on her cheek.

‘Did… Did she hit Demos instead of me?’

Helena cautiously opened her eyelids to peek at Roella.

And Roella on the other side…

“Oh my, congratulations! I’m so happy for you both! You two really make a great couple.”

Was clapping her hands vigorously with a beaming smile.

* * *

—Are you two dating?

—Yes, that’s right. We are.

After Helena’s answer, my thoughts came to a halt for a moment.

‘They’re dating? Not with Sylvia?’

This wasn’t in the original story.

It was such an unlikely pair.

The male lead and the villainess’s cousin, dating?

‘So, the original story really has changed…’

But why? For what reason?

Sure, the original story had deviated a bit since I got involved.

But how did that relate to their relationship progressing?

No matter how much I thought about it, nothing made sense.

So, I just gave up thinking.

‘Right. Why do I need to bother finding out the reason?’

Regardless of the reason, it was definitely good for me!

I clapped as hard as I could.

And then—

“Oh my, congratulations! I’m so happy for you both!”

I sincerely congratulated them.

Clapping until my hands almost caught fire.

Ironically, it was Helena who was taken aback.

“W-What did you say?”

“You two really make a great couple!”

“Wait, wait. Are you serious?”

To Helena’s dumbfounded question, I nodded cheerfully.

Ha, you think I can’t understand why you’re making that face?

‘Did you think I’d fly off the handle?’

I can see right through your little scheme.

This was still in front of the bank.

Therefore, many nobles were passing by.

They had been watching us with keen interest since the moment Demos called my attention.

Considering their interest was piqued just by my presence at the bank, that said it all.

‘If I was in their shoes, I wouldn’t miss such a spectacle either.’

Helena must have noticed people’s stares long ago.

That’s why she deliberately looped her arm through Demos’s, trying to rile me up.

Hoping I would make a scene in front of everyone.

But.

‘Nope, not gonna happen.’

Far from being angry, I was grateful.

I was already wondering how to get rid of the bothersome Demos from my life, and here they were, announcing to the world that they’ve solved my problem so neatly.

Yes, I’m very thankful indeed.

“Roella.”

As I beamed with a smile, Demos called out to me.

His usually faintly smiling face now showed confusion.

Why such a face, I wonder.

“You clearly liked me. And now you’re congratulating us?”

……?

I tilted my head in confusion.

What’s with you?

Why’re you saying this to me while your girlfriend is right beside you?

Sure enough, Helena looked at him incredulously.

Though she quickly composed her expression.

Regardless, I shrugged nonchalantly and answered.

“It was just mere unrequited love, anyway. I’ll just give up.”

“…What?”

“You got together not with just anyone, but with my dear cousin. Of course, I should give up. And, Helena.”

“H-Huh?”

To Helena’s confused response, I spoke up louder.

“Don’t worry about me taking revenge. I swear on my family’s name, nothing of the sort will happen. As of today, I’ve completely cleared my feelings for the Young Duke.”

“…….”

“Oh, maybe unrequited love was too exhausting, it feels so refreshing to finally give up!”

With that, I suddenly hugged Helena.

“Oh my god— What are you doing?”

Startled, Helena struggled, clearly unable to act.

I patted her back a couple of times before letting go.

“Really, congratulations. If you get married, I’ll send over a very generous gift.”

“Hey, what are you talking about marriage already—!”

“Then, goodbye. Be happy, you two! I’ll live a happy life, too!”

I cut off Helena’s words and left the spot as if fleeing.