My Husband Hates Me, But He Lost His Memories - Chapter 94.1
Translator: Effe
Editor: Yonnee
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Contrary to plan, the dinner party ended up only having three people in attendance.
Myself, Theodore, and Zen.
As Owen had committed an act of rudeness by using his spirit’s power during the duel, Theodore ordered him to leave.
Perhaps it was a good justification, Owen nodded in agreement and left peacefully.
…In my opinion, it seemed like he never had the intention to attend the dinner party in the first place.
“Come to think of it, Lily, you might have a new younger sister.”
Owen’s malicious laughter and words before leaving the Valentino estate continued to echo in my mind.
Hessen seemed to have something to say as he stared at me intently, but ultimately left without a word, together with Owen.
As they disappeared from my sight, I felt a sense of relief, but… my mind wasn’t at ease with the thought of the new adopted daughter of Duke Everett.
“…Are you okay?”
After the end of the dinner party, while heading towards the third floor where my room was, Theodore subtly asked me.
Lately, whenever he showed delicate concern for me, I couldn’t help but feel a lump in my throat. So, somewhat involuntarily, a hoarse voice escaped my lips.
“I’m still okay. I’ll rest later, so don’t worry.”
“….If you need anything, please let me know through Jenna.”
“Alright, I will.”
It seemed like he had something he wanted to say since he saw me this morning.
However, he appeared hesitant, as if unsure how to bring it up.
What that might be… I had a feeling.
‘Even if I can’t hear it, it’s okay.’
Even if he were to tell me now… the me who would genuinely be happy had long since disappeared.
Upon reaching the third floor, I found myself slightly out of breath. Pausing for a moment to breathe, I noticed two nearby individuals looking at me with concern.
…Come to think of it, Theodore and Zen had been considerate of me throughout the climb, matching their pace with mine as we ascended the stairs together.
“…….”
I bit my lip and clenched my fists. Then, I started walking resolutely again, without relying on anyone’s support.
A moment later, we arrived at the lounge next to my room.
As I opened the door and stepped inside, Charlotte was already there, waiting. She beamed widely upon seeing me.
“Madam! You’re here!”
“Yes, have you had lunch?”
“Yes, I have.”
As Charlotte happily approached my side, her cheerful expression faltered upon seeing Zen. With a somewhat displeased but still polite manner, she nodded at Zen.
“Young Duke Delacroix.”
“Uh… um yes.”
It seemed Charlotte wasn’t particularly fond of Zen either. I couldn’t quite say why… perhaps they were like a cat and a dog? Charlotte being the cat and Zen being the dog… Maybe they just didn’t get along by nature.
“Shall we start talking then? Charlotte, did you bring it?”
“Yes, Madam.”
In any case I needed to confer with both of them and devise the next plan, before tonight.
We also had to prepare for the possibility that Owen might have realized the vault had been breached.
Laying the documents handed to me by Charlotte on the table, I began to explain to Theodore and Zen.
“Firstly, it’s about Owen’s sorcerer and the evil spirit he commands…”
* * *
The discussion didn’t conclude until well past four in the afternoon.
Theodore and I sent off Zen to the garden. Before getting into the prepared carriage, Zen turned to us with a perplexed tone.
“To be honest… my mind is in complete disarray. Lily explained it well, but, well, it’s something I can hardly comprehend based on my knowledge…”
“…….”
The clearly shocked Zen was almost in a state of panic.
The existence of the evil spirit and the methods of creating them, the future plans of House Everett in this kingdom.
And not to mention the territory of Dornach, which would suffer the most in the process.
It was all so shocking that it could easily leave Zen in a daze.
But it was difficult for him to continue behaving immaturely while being in shock. His role is now really crucial.
“Young Duke Delacroix.”
When I called his name softly, Zen looked at me slightly startled. His golden eyelashes trembled. His clear, deep eyes like honey contained a mix of bewildered emotions.
“You don’t have to be afraid. Now that we have the information, we just need to prevent what’s going to happen next. For that, other families, especially Delacroix, need to join forces with Valentino. Young Duke, you’ll need to persuade the head of Delacroix well, so we can gather strength to stop Everett. So stay calm and stay strong, Zen.”
“……!”
Zen opened his eyes wide in surprise. Blinking as if flustered, he blushed and nodded his head.
“…Yes, I will do my best to persuade my father.”
“Thank you, truly.”
“No! I have to protect my territory, so it’s only natural! And my father, surely, will agree. Perhaps… he’ll be very angry at the Everett family.”
Zen, too, displayed a mix of confusion and apparent anger. Naturally so, as he, as the successor of a family, would hold his territory and its people dear.
“Then, I’ll take my leave now. I’ll send a messenger after discussing with my father, but, um, for important matters, is alright if I come in person? Using Ventus’ power…”
Zen looked at Theodore, gauging his reaction. Using Ventus’ power… would undoubtedly mean appearing suddenly in front of someone’s yard unannounced, something that would not escape Theodore’s notice.
Though Theodore looked somewhat displeased, he nodded silently, granting permission. Zen beamed widely and firmly grabbed Theodore’s hand, vigorously shaking it.
‘…Oh no.’
He was being a little too much… Just as I anticipated, Theodore’s face contorted even more fiercely.
Zen, who had been cheerfully smiling without a care, belatedly realized the situation and withdrew his hand quietly. Theodore’s gaze, glaring at him, turned as cold as a northern wind.
“Uh… that, haha. I was too carried away with joy. I apologize, Duke Valentino.”
“…….”
Theodore shot Zen a wordless glance with an expression that suggested he didn’t quite buy it. Nevertheless, for someone so sensitive and wary, Theodore was surprisingly tolerant.
“I’ll really be going now. Um, see you later, Lily! And… Theo… I mean, Duke Valentino, too! I’ll make sure to bring you good news!”
Was he about to call out Theodore’s name just now? Glancing discreetly, I noticed Theodore clicking his tongue as if finding it ridiculous. However, he didn’t seem to dislike Zen as much as Owen or Hessen.
Well, that’s only natural. Zen was different from those two, after all.
‘Perhaps Theodore and Zen could become friends?’
As I had this thought, the carriage with Zen was soon enveloped and whisked away by the golden wind.
The chilly autumn wind swept through the spot where the trace of the carriage remained. With the bustling people gone, there was a strangely empty feeling.
‘…I must have grown fond of Zen as well.’
The word ‘friend’ felt good. But the more I like it, the fact that I must depart from the world, leaving everything behind, feels sorrowful.
“…Shall we go in now?”
I turned to Theodore and asked, to which he quietly nodded. Just as before, I expected him to support or embrace me, but surprisingly, he simply walked silently by my side. He watched my feeble steps closely, with a face filled with concern and anxiety.
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