I Became the Villain's Master - Chapter 60
Chapter 60
“Does that matter? You have already officially become Princess Eckart.”
“Even so… I feel overwhelmed by my position right now, and I think the young ladies are right. This is my first time attending a banquet, and… wearing a dress like this.”
Aria, who had been muttering self-deprecatingly, smiled sadly.
“But I like it now. Because I can see my father and brother.”
“And you have a friend.”
“Pardon?”
I gently said, narrowing my eyes.
“You have me, Princess.”
Aria’s emerald eyes flickered restlessly. Soon, she asked again to make sure she had heard correctly.
“Can I… be friends with Lady Rosette?”
“Yes, Princess. Actually, I don’t have any friends either. I think I can be close to you, Princess.”
“Ah…”
“That way, I can protect you from those young ladies.”
Aria remained motionless for a long time after my words. Oh no, did I go too fast?
I never imagined that I would blurt out words filled with selfish intentions. So, I was getting a little anxious when I didn’t get a response.
“Was I too rude? Even if you pretend you didn’t hear me…”
“Please call me Aria. I’m so happy to meet someone as wonderful as Lady Rosette.”
However, contrary to my worries, Aria gripped my hand tightly. This is good, right?
* * *
As the banquet progressed, the moment we had been waiting for finally arrived.
It was time to dance with a partner, the highlight of the banquet.
However, Cedric didn’t dance at the ball.
‘Why is he doing that?’
Curious, I asked Kiris quietly.
“Kiris, why doesn’t His Highness the Crown Prince dance?”
“I heard that ever since the princess died, he doesn’t dance with a partner. I don’t know the reason. Mistress.”
‘Princess?’
I hadn’t seen any mention of a princess in the original story.
Originally, supporting characters did not have detailed narratives, so it was natural.
‘So that’s how it was….”
Looking at Cedric, lost in thought, I felt sorry. If a blood relative who was so close and precious died, the sorrow would be indescribable.
“Mistress, shall we go?”
Kiris reached out to me, eyes twinkling. One by one, the nobles came out to the ballroom with their partners and danced.
‘My dream is finally coming true!’
I cheered inwardly and gently took Kiris’ hand. As we stepped out into the ballroom, countless nobles’ gazes fell upon us.
Of course, when a walking chandelier appeared, no one could help but look.
‘Rosette. Don’t be nervous. It’s okay.’
I thought I would never be able to dance again after possessing Rosette, but my dream came true.
Soon, gentle music flowed out.
I tilted my head back and stared at Kiris’ face.
His decadent red eyes, straight nose, and nicely shaped lips was as usual. I muttered blankly, looking at them carefully.
“It’s hard to take my eyes off you, Kiris.”
“Then close your eyes.”
“No. I can’t give up my field of vision.”
“Do you like my face?”
“Yes.”
I answered immediately and took a step. Kiris smiled faintly and gently wrapped his arms around my waist, leading me perfectly.
“…You can relax.”
‘Wow.’
Kiris’ dancing was perfect. I thought I would show off my dancing skills that I had polished so far, but I had no choice but to surrender to Kiris’ lead.
‘He’s really a fraud.’
He was the mastermind who had everything.
“You practiced hard, so you dance so well, Mistress.”
“…Are you teasing me now?”
“No. Mistress. I’m serious.”
He’s bringing up my dark history again. Ugh, I’ll endure it.
The music gradually reached its climax, and I moved my feet to the beat.
I was diligently following the beat when I decided to ask about something I had been holding back.
“Kiris. You know….”
“Yeah.”
“…What do you think of Lady Aria?”
“Why are you asking that?”
“No, it’s just… I thought you seemed a little interested earlier.”
“Would you like it if I was interested?”
“Huh?”
Kiris’ red eyes sank low.
“I only see Mistress in my eyes.”
“……?”
“So don’t say things like that.”
Flustered, I accidentally stepped on Kiris’ foot.
“Ack! I-I’m sorry.”
Kiris smiled faintly and whispered softly.
“I guess you need to practice dancing more.”
“That’s… I was just flustered for a moment….”
Despite my protest, Kiris didn’t seem flustered at all and continued to lead the dance.
I followed his lead, moving my feet smoothly, and fell into thought.
‘Is he really not interested?’
I couldn’t tell if Kiris was being sincere. However, Kiris definitely gave off the nuance that he wasn’t interested.
I don’t know, but for now, I should focus on dancing. Kiris’ slightly furrowed brows made him look uncomfortable.
Soon, the majestic music began to build towards the finale.
This time, I concentrated on not stepping on his feet, but I couldn’t help but be distracted by Kiris’ face, which was an inch away.
“Will you promise me something?”
I tried to calm my pounding heart, but I couldn’t because Kiris’ face was so close.
“What?”
“That you’ll only dance with me from now on.”
His heated red eyes locked onto mine.
“Umm… Why?”
“Well, because it’s my duty to protect Mistress.”
Kiris was still fixated on being my escort. I nodded lightly since it wasn’t a difficult thing to do.
“Okay. I’ll do that.”
“Good.”
A creepy, dazzling smile appeared on Kiris’ lips.
Anyway, this was the last time I would attend a banquet, so I didn’t think it mattered.
Like that, the long banquet came to an end.
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