I Didn’t Lull You to Sleep Only for You to Be Obsessed With Me - Chapter 83

RP: Haebaragi_syk

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Chapter 42.2

Given Zenon’s ambitious nature, he would naturally attend this party. And if he did, he could recognize her immediately.

‘It would’ve been better if my hair color were a bit more ordinary.’

She sighed heavily while looking at her distinctive pink hair. Even though she would have liked to change her hair color with magic, she couldn’t because she didn’t know what to say if Claude asked, ‘Why would you do that?’

‘I’ll stay in a corner to avoid drawing attention. After all, I’ll only be serving desserts today.’

April took a deep breath and approached the front of the hall.

“Oh, boss*.”
[ T/N: The author used the word ‘사장님,’ which is a Korean term used to address someone in a position of authority, such as a business owner, manager, or company president. The exact translation can vary depending on context. ]

Edmund, who had arrived in front of the hall first, acknowledged her.

“I asked you not to call me ‘boss’ and to call me ‘April’ instead, but you still do.”

Strictly speaking, it was correct to call her ‘boss,’ but April wanted to consider Edmund not just as an employee but as part of her family. A cafe that felt like family! That was why she asked to be called ‘April’ instead of ‘boss’ in private.

Edmund gave a gentle smile at her words.

“Yes, April.”

“Good.”

April smiled back and glanced at Edmund. He was wearing a white tailcoat with gold embroidery today, which suited his image well.

‘He looks handsome.’

Moreover, although she had always thought he made coffee all his life, seeing him in the well-fitted tailcoat made her realize he was in surprisingly good shape. She almost asked him, ‘Do you exercise by any chance?’ without even realizing it.

“Why are you looking at me like that?”

“Oh, it’s just that it’s new to me.”

“Is that so?”

Edmund smiled, lowering his eyelashes shyly.

“April is pretty too… no, new as well.”

April’s cheeks flushed at his sincerity. For some reason, it felt like the air had suddenly grown warmer, so she fanned herself with her hand.

“Sh-should we go in?”

“Yes, let’s.”

As Edmund extended his right arm, April accepted his escort as they went inside.

Upon entering, the chandelier hanging from the ceiling dazzled her eyes. A string quartet was playing a gentle piece in one corner of the hall, and well-dressed servants were walking around serving cocktails. Nobles in elegant dresses and morning suits were gathered in groups, chatting with one another.

April couldn’t help but admire the scene, which she had only seen in movies.

“Wow, it’s impressive.”

Edmund agreed.

“This is the first time I’ve been to a party of this size.”

He gave a playful smile. However, in that moment, April thought of another man. It was none other than Claude Winterville.

‘I wonder how Claude looks today. He must look handsome, right?’

Until now, she had only seen Claude in his relatively casual attire. How much more handsome would he be, dressed up like Edmund?

Asher, who resembled Claude, was already cute and cool…

April belatedly realized what she was thinking and slapped her cheeks lightly.

“Why are you doing that all of a sudden?”

“I’m just a little nervous.”

“Oh, so my boss slaps her cheeks when she’s nervous.”

Edmund smiled and lightly slapped his own cheek, imitating her. His playful gesture was so refreshing that April couldn’t bring herself to say otherwise.

“Anyway, let’s quickly find Sophia and get ready.”

“Miss April!”

Before she could finish speaking, Sophia, who had been waiting inside, ran up to her. She was wearing a lavender dress, which suited her fair skin beautifully.

“Come quickly.”

However, Sophia’s reaction seemed unusual.

“What’s wrong? Did they say the drinks weren’t good?”

The drinks had already been served since the party started, meaning that guests had been tasting them even before April arrived.

“No, it’s the opposite!”

Sophia grabbed April’s hand and led her to where the drinks were being made, which was already crowded with party attendees.

“Can I have some too?”

“The cake is fantastic.”

“I think the drinks are even better than the cake. Was it called Dalgona latte? It’s innovative.”

Since the drinks had already received good reviews from several employees, she had anticipated a positive reaction. However, the response exceeded her expectations. When April stood there in surprise with her mouth slightly open, Edmund, who had taken off his jacket and rolled up his sleeves, joked.

“Boss, your jaw might drop.”

It seemed that he called her ‘boss’ again because there were so many people around.

“Uh, um… So, what should we do?”

She had never dealt with so many customers at once. Just as she was on the verge of a panic attack, Edmund grabbed her hand tightly.

“Okay, you can do this. Take a deep breath.”

As she followed his advice and took a deep breath, she started to feel calmer.

“Since you need to go see the Duke and the Young Master a bit later, don’t make anything yourself—just oversee things. I’ll handle the coffee, and Miss Sophia will take care of the cake.”

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