The Impact Of The Villainess’ Fake Marriage On The Ending - Chapter 109

Chapter 109

[Kael?]

[Did you wake up? I tried to leave as quietly as possible.]

When Adeline stopped him with a sleepy face, Kael smiled at her.

He was sitting on the bed, putting on a shirt. His back was clearly revealed because of how thin it was. He didn’t have the scar of the curse Adeline knew on his back.

Although he had scars of all sizes due to his prolonged stay on the battlefield, he didn’t have that black, huge trace created by the curse of darkness.

It meant that in his first life, or before turning back time, there was no curse on him.

[I don’t know why I’m so sleepy these days. It’s hard to wake up every morning, and I doze off even during the day.]

[What about the doctor? Did you call Sir Ion?]

[I guess I’m just tired. It’s not something to worry about.]

Kael’s expression hardened at once, but Adeline laughed loudly and stroked his face.

[It may not be simply because you’re tired. I’ll tell Sir Ion, so make sure to meet him today.]

[I’m really fine. Don’t worry. And today is a busy day, so even if I want to meet Sir Ion, I can’t.]

[Ah, the tea party.]

[It’s quite a big party today. I pray that you will come back safely from the battlefield.]

At her playful words, Kael leaned down and gave her a light peck. Happiness overflowed as the two exchanged tickling kisses under the morning sunlight pouring through the window.

Barely able to separate from each other, the two returned to their respective tasks. Adeline skillfully handled the ladies and led the tea party.

[The tea is really good, Your Grace.]

[Yes, that’s true. Even if it’s the same tea, the tea Your Grace gives us always has a better scent.]

[I’m glad to hear that. I also… Ugh!]

The moment she took a sip of her habitual black tea, Adeline covered her mouth and became nauseous. The scent of the tea suddenly felt sickening.

[Your Grace!]

[Oh my, Your Grace… Are you…]

The ladies looked at Adeline with surprise and anticipation about something.

Adeline, who didn’t know the meaning of their looks at first, soon realized what they meant and stared at the women with a blank face.

[Congratulations, Your Grace. The cry of a baby will soon be heard in this castle.]

When she called Sir Ian after wrapping up the tea party in a hurry, the white-haired doctor smiled broadly and told her the good news.

[Don’t tell His Grace yet. I want to tell him myself.]

[Absolutely. You should. He will be very happy.]

Adeline still felt slightly bewildered, but her expression showed more happiness than that.

‘I can’t believe… I was pregnant.’

The present time Adeline, who was looking at her lost memories, was also surprised.

It was unimaginable. She had a child with Kael. It felt like a faraway dream.

[Adeline. What about Sir Ian? What did he say? Is it serious? How could you be so sick that you suddenly feel so nauseous? And now? Are you feeling better?]

Upon hearing the news, Kael came to Adeline’s bedroom and poured out his worries. He looked at Adeline with a serious face as if the whole world were about to collapse, but she just thought he was adorable.

Without saying anything, Adeline grabbed Kael’s hand and brought it to her stomach.

[Adeline?]

Unable to understand right away, Kael called out to Adeline with a puzzled face. However, he quickly realized it and stared at her blankly.

[I can’t wait to find out whether the next Duke of the North will be a girl or a boy.]

Kael’s eyes were tinged with joy at her assuring words. He looked at Adeline with a face overcome by joy and kissed her straight away.

[Thank you. I have no words to express what I’m feeling.]

His sweet whisper made Adeline melt, and she smiled.

[How are you feeling?]

[I’m realizing what it feels like to walk on clouds. But on the other hand, I’m scared.]

[Why are you scared?]

[I’m sure you will be an amazing mother, but I’m worried if I can be a good father.]

[You’re good enough. You’ll be a great father.]

Kael whispered that he hoped so and kissed Adeline again. His affection for her was overwhelming, as if the woman in front of him was so lovely that he didn’t know what to do.

When the news of the grand duchess’ pregnancy spread, the north literally became a festival scene. Cheers and laughter spread from everywhere.

Time passed again, and the seasons changed after that. Now, Adeline’s belly was quite big.

[It’s amazing. No matter how many times I feel it, it’s amazing.]

[I feel the same. In fact, there are times when I still don’t believe it. I can’t believe our child is growing inside my stomach.]

Kael put his hand on Adeline’s stomach to feel the movement of the fetus. Adeline smiled brightly at the sight.

[I hope it will be a girl who looks like you.]

[Really? I hope it will look like you.]

[No. It must be a daughter who looks just like you.]

[And what if we have a son who looks like you?]

[I already said I’m not listening to you.]

Adeline burst into laughter at his playful words. Kael also laughed loudly. She felt infinite happiness as they laughed together while embracing her swollen stomach.

[Your Grace! Your Grace!]

However, as if they could not have eternal happiness, they heard unexpected news at an unexpected time.

[What’s going on, Zion?]

[The northern wall has been breached.]

[… What?]

[The Corrupted have torn down the wall, Your Grace.]

The northern wall, which had never collapsed since it was built, which had been called the Wall of Lamentation, had collapsed.

In the cheerful moment where Kael and Adeline felt the happiest.

***

[Don’t worry too much. The line of defense was not broken, so the knights are blocking them. I have requested reinforcements from the imperial family and will be back soon. It will be resolved in half a day.]

Kael put on his armor and reassured Adeline.

[Don’t worry and stay in the castle. It’s the first time the northern wall has collapsed, so everyone will be very disturbed. Please calm down the people in the castle. Your words have power.]

[Okay. I’ll do my best.]

[I won’t get hurt and I’ll be back soon.]

Adeline nodded and grabbed Kael’s hand tightly. Her heart felt like it was about to burst, but she didn’t want to show her anxiety in front of Kael.

[Please come back safely. For me, and our child.]

[I will. No matter what.]

After kissing Adeline, Kael said his last goodbye and left for the battlefield with the knights.

Only Adeline remained in the castle, reassuring the people as he had asked.

Kael meant it when he said that her words had power. Adeline had enough dignity and trust that had been built up by her actions.

The people of the castle quickly found stability and waited for the news of victory while preparing for an unexpected situation just in case. It wasn’t anyone else but Kael and the Knights of Neave. She had faith that he would definitely take care of everything and come back.

[Half a day has passed, so why…]

However, almost half a day passed beyond the time Kael had mentioned, and there was no news. Although the signal of victory should be seen from a distance, everything was too quiet.

[No. It must be a little late to make the announcement. Nothing will happen. He always kept his promises. He’ll definitely come back to my side again.]

Adeline caressed her swollen stomach and tried to reassure herself.

She didn’t want to imagine a world without Kael. Adeline had no confidence to live without him.

[Please. Kael, please… Come back safely.]

Adeline begged earnestly and looked at the sky beyond the window. There had to be blue smoke. She wanted anyone to quickly flare the blue smoke announcing the victory.

But as she glared at the sky, there was nothing to be seen. The sky, which was turning red as the sun went down, seemed to be angering Adeline.

[Count Felix!]

While Adeline was biting her lips, she heard a voice calling Jeffrey from beyond the door.

[Adeline!]

[Jeffrey? What about Kael? Where is he? Is he back? Is he okay?]

Jeffrey went to the battlefield with Kael. He was staying in the north because he was working as his bookkeeper at the suggestion of Kael, and he was always with him.

So Jeffrey’s return meant that Kael had also returned to this castle. Adeline, who was ready to run to where Kael was right now, poured out questions to Jeffrey.

[Is he hurt? He’s not hurt, is he? Tell me…]

[Give up hope, Adeline.]

[… What?]

Adeline’s eyes shook like crazy.

[Kael is dead.]