# 71
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While Certin was discussing Aeneas' treatment with his aides, he noticed Evelyn
Evelyn, standing on the edge of the ship, looked like she was in a dangerous position.
Cyrtain narrowed his eyes
“Miss Innes is staying in the second class room of the ship. Although she cannot accompany her maids, she does not show discomfort, but she does look uncomfortable.”
“As I expected.”
Even Evelyn only had three maids with her. Thanks to this, Ines had to deal with a lot of things on her own, which made her take on new responsibilities that she had not had before.
“What about the rest?”
“Fortunately, Miss Ines agreed to the lessons, so we can finish the general culture lessons during the trip.”
Even though she was only 20 years old, she seemed very intelligent, as if she knew that Chinchis's fate was now on her shoulders.
So, Certin's assistants would teach her lessons in history, economics and politics, at an appropriate level, even though the schedule would be packed during the two-week trip.
Princess Elizabeth doesn't like stupid people.
“You must learn quickly.”
“She is keen on it.”
Count Chinchis seemed to have taught her well.
“But it has to live up to grandma’s expectations.”
“Yes, Your Highness, I will do my best.”
The young man, son of Chinchis, was sent to the north, where he lost all his titles and offices. It was difficult for the knights to bring him by force, as he shouted and boasted to the end.
“As for our schedule in the Yuris Kingdom, Your Highness, the King would like to meet with you. I think he is nervous, as it has been a long time since the royal family visited.”
"Understood."
“A welcome banquet has been prepared. There has also been a request for a meeting by Crown Prince Joris and his wife.”
Certain nodded
But his gaze was fixed on Evelin the whole time. Evelin's pink hair was fluttering in the wind.
It stood out with its bright colors amid the blue sky, dark blue sea, and white ship.
Evelyn was like a rose blooming alone by the sea.
It wouldn't be strange if she fell and was swallowed by the sea...
“Your Highness? Is something wrong?”
“No, enough for today.”
Sertin stopped his assistants' words and pointed at them.
“I will leave the inspection of the ship to you. Perhaps some matters have been arranged at Curtis.”
Two assistants pushed back. Then he frowned slightly.
He turned his attention completely to Evelin, who had been catching his eye for a while.
He can't leave her alone.
Sirten strode towards Evelin.
If I can't leave her alone, it's better to keep her by my side.
* * *
The schedule has been finalized in Larose. Nothing unexpected happened except that there was someone else on the ship.
The knights who had left to monitor Augustin returned, and now we just had to watch how this would develop.
I just hoped we could celebrate when we got back. I put my arms on the railing and rested my chin as I watched the ship pull away from Larose.
“Evelyn?”
"Yes."
I looked around and smiled. Sertin stood behind me. It was so huge that I was completely hidden from everyone's sight.
He completely hid me from everyone's eyes. Behind me were two cars, and in front of me was the vast ocean.
I felt the warmth of his body on my back, as if his body heat was boiling. Our fingers intertwined.
Sertin gently rested his chin on my head.
“What are you thinking about?”
“...I didn't think anything of it. I was just looking at Larose.”
“Why are you looking at Larousse?”
“I couldn't believe I was just there. In fact, this was my first time on the ship.”
I whispered in a low voice so that no one but Sirin could hear me. I held two belts tightly with the back of my hand.
I looked at it for a while, then took a deep breath.
As I watched the city move away, I thought of myf and Duke Spelman. What if I leave now?
I think it would be nice to escape to Joris, to a place where no one knows me. I will never set foot on Lixia again and will live in hiding.
This was a sweet temptation.
This moment could have been an opportunity for me. I couldn't leave Lixia alone, but now the way was legally open to me.
If I succeed, I won't need to pretend anymore and I won't be insulted by the mask I wear.
I can be free from the harsh looks people give me.
But if I leave like this, what will I do for a living?
I can do anything.
Isn't the spirit of Korea able to provide a home and food wherever I am within me?
I will find a way anywhere. And if I live, happy things will happen.
But while I was thinking...suddenly, I felt something wrap my arm.
Sertin held my hand tightly, and the sensation sent shockwaves through my body.
I felt like my sanity was coming back to me because of a warm hand that held mine tightly.
He grabbed me two CVs.
“You will be able to enjoy the cruise in full freedom for the two months. When we return, the ship will be even more crowded.”
"Know."
“I plan to talk frankly to Grandma about you.”
“…Would that be okay?”
“It is like the ocean, so vast. It has seen all the oddities and wonders of this world. It has encountered countless strange things.”
Certain told me in a low voice about Princess Elizabeth. About her discovery of an abandoned dragon's lair, or about her encounter with a strange being that seemed to be from a myth.
Or about strange things like those that happen in fairy tales.
I don't know if all of this is true, but I do know that Princess Elizabeth is a good person for Sirtain.
Cyrtain's voice sounded happier than ever.
“So, you will be welcomed by her. I hope you have a pleasant trip on the way back. When we reach Yuris, you will have more freedom compared to Lixia. It will be good for us to walk around the market.”
Cyrtain had naturally inserted himf into my plans.
We get back together.
In a way, I felt like Certin was trying to get hold of me. Right, where am I going? And leave you behind?
If I didn't know before, now things have changed and I know better.
No one knows what kind of person Cyretin is like I do.
His desperation, loneliness, and deep sadness were described in the original story.
But also his smile, his joy, and his love that I discovered for myf.
I didn't want him to ruin two lives. I didn't want to leave this person who looked like me alone.
Also I would be lonely if I left. Once I'm gone, Sertin will be left alone again.
Maybe he will return to be the villain of the story as he was in the original.
"Okay, Sirtain. I'll plan a fun date. Of course it'll be just the two of us."
"I promise. I will keep anyone who bothers us away."
“Then, it's worth the wait. I heard from Julia that the cider imported from Joris is very good. The cider she gave me earlier was from Joris. I heard there's a museum dedicated to cider in Joris' capital. We can try it there.”
“Do you want to visit him?”
“Since that is the case, I would like to give Julia the apple wine I made myf.”
I think she will like it very much.
"It would be nice to buy gifts for Roderick and Leia too. Leia especially likes dolls, doesn't she? She seemed obsessed with that dollhouse."
At that moment, I remembered the spoils I had set aside.
“Maybe I can give her that dollhouse later.”
“If you want, you can.”
“Since Roderick likes swords…ah, should I give him a shield as a gift? I think a book on martial arts would be good too.”
“You can too, if you want.”
Sertin kissed my forehead. I felt better now that I was in his arms.
I will come back.
To achieve my happiness without running away, without evading.