TVIOWHFW 73

Miryu woke up early in the morning.

‘Perfect.’

In truth, she couldn’t easily shake her anxiety even after receiving Queen Isabella’s permission. Unlike what the saint had said, Miryu was actually not pregnant.

“I personally blessed this. Who would doubt it?”

“But if we get caught…”

“We can pretend I had a miscarriage due to some accident before then. Just act with the fake scars Miryu has been using all this time.”

According to the saint’s words, that was unnecessary worry.

Far from being a problem, her pregnancy, everyone was eager to get involved in this magnificent wedding blessed by the saint.

Nobles of high society and notable figures wanted to attend her wedding. Even the Tamerlar family’s main brewery, which hadn’t sponsored anything yet, contributed a large sum of money to support the Silver Swan Wedding Hall and cover the costs of the ceremony.

“I can’t believe I’m getting married at Silver Swan Wedding Hall.”

It was the most prestigious wedding hall in the empire. Located in a forest symbolizing eternal love, it was the dream wedding venue for any bride.

Since it wasn’t always available for reservations, Queen Royem couldn’t even reserve the Silver Swan Wedding Hall for her.

“At last, I’ve regained my happiness.”

Queen Isabella and Hesen had taken especially good care of Miryu, claiming she was pregnant with a child. Diana, too, was nervous, unsure if her stress might affect her.

“Will things keep going like this?”

She bathed in a tub filled with roses and milk, then changed into a splendid wedding dress.

The wedding dress she had chosen earlier was designed to cover her neck, which she didn’t like, so she had it made anew.

Her wedding was made even more splendid with diamond earrings and bracelets specially crafted for the bride.

“Is it because of the saint’s blessing? Today, Lady, you look truly radiant.”

“Princess Jutti was already beautiful. That’s why Crown Prince Royem probably fell for her at first sight.”

Guests arriving in the bride’s waiting room couldn’t help but praise Miryu’s stunning appearance.

It was quite different from her usual modest and frail look, making her appearance even more dramatic.

“Mi-Miryu. Congratulations on your wedding.”

The moment Marquis Jutti’s family came to visit, Miryu’s mood soured. But there were still people around.

“Welcome.”

People stepped aside so Miryu could spend time with her family. Miryu felt annoyed by Marquis Jutti’s obvious attempt at reading her mood.

“You see, I told you I could handle everything myself. Do you really have to see the results like this?”

“Yes, I trusted you and waited. My daughter, after all.”

Marquis Jutti laughed heartily as he approached, and Miryu subtly kicked his shin.

“Is that all you have to say?”

“Well, what else…”

“I’m about to become Queen Royem. Shouldn’t I get a little understanding of the situation?”

Miryu waved her hand over her stomach as if showing off, and Marquis Jutti, who had been silent, apologized with a grim expression, feeling his pride hurt.

“…Sorry for dismissing you as an illegitimate child. I got too excited and did something I shouldn’t have.”

“That’s it?”

“Honey, you should apologize to Miryu too. Her heart is hurt because she’s pregnant with Royem’s child, and she has the saint’s blessing.”

Marquis Jutti’s wife looked stunned, but she bit her lip and did as her daughter wanted.

“I’m sorry, Miryu. I said I’d worry about you, but I might have come off as dismissive.”

“Oh, still saying things like that?”

Miryu shook her head in boredom and dismissed the Marquis and his wife. Next was Diana.

“Diana, I’ve been waiting for you!”

“Did you have a good talk with the family?”

“Yes, it was a bit tiring, but…”

Diana patted Miryu’s shoulder, who looked tired but smiled.

“Congratulations on your wedding, Miryu. Finally, we’re family.”

“Yes, family.”

Miryu looked tenderly at her belly.

“I’m so happy I can give my child a good family.”

Diana, seemingly pleased, spoke to Miryu.

“I chose your wedding gift to be for our future baby. I’ll give it to you after the wedding.”

“Oh, all that…”

“As a princess, if I take care of the baby like this, everyone will bless the child even more.”

Miryu blushed at Diana’s words.

“Thank you. If my baby knew it had such a good aunt, it would want to come out right away.”

Diana left to visit Hesen, and Miryu was once again surrounded by carefully chosen guests.

It was a perfect wedding.

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Miryu’s wedding started at noon.

I also woke up early and began preparing. Betty, who was helping me with my makeup, grumbled.

“I wish I could dress up more beautifully for the guests. If I do more, that woman…!”

“If I don’t do more, will I fall behind?”

“Of course not! Even if I wore rags, you would look more beautiful, Lady!”

Betty, who helped with my makeup, went out briefly to get accessories.

“Today, timing is really important.”

Meanwhile, I talked to the trees.

“Like last time, no sudden things like this allowed, okay?”

-Haha, don’t worry.

-Yes, dear. This time, there’ll be no mistakes. Your fairy’s power has been restored, so now I can even control the trees. Everything will be fine!

Screech!

“Betty, are you here?”

When I turned my head, I didn’t see Betty but John instead. He appeared holding the jewelry box she had gone to get.

“Where did John go?”

Recently, John had been busy and often absent, so seeing him after a long time felt both surprising and a bit awkward.

Until now, I hadn’t been sure about my feelings for John. So I deliberately focused on Miryu’s thoughts and delayed my decision.

But as soon as I hesitated, John’s face alone confused my heart.

“An important matter, so you have to come back exactly on time.”

“Are you going to the wedding hall with me?”

If John came to the wedding, everything would change completely.

“No, I’m not going.”

John, who placed the jewelry box on the dresser behind me, stood behind me and gently brushed my hair.

“You want to do something separately?”

“Yeah. But aren’t you curious?”

“I am curious, but I don’t want to pry if you don’t want to tell me.”

His long, firm fingers softly styled my hair. The way he decorated it with blue roses and ribbons looked much more familiar than Betty’s.

But I was occasionally startled by the sensation of his skin brushing naturally against my neck and ears.

“Done like this.”

John took the teardrop earrings from the jewelry box and clipped them onto my ears.

“Do you like it?”

Through the mirror, I saw John. Our eyes met—his red pupils looked intensely into mine, as if trying to peer inside.

Somehow, my mouth dried up, and I swallowed nervously.

“Yes, it’s pretty. When did you ever do my hair like this?”

“Long ago?”

John answered with a faint smile.

“I used to have a sister who always messed up her hair.”

It was a family story.

‘This is the first time he’s told me about his family.’

Perhaps because of an inexplicable sense of anticipation or because of his breath close to me, I was extremely nervous. I asked as if I didn’t know anything.

“Sister? Family story?”

“Yeah. My family I can’t see now.”

“Oh…”

“I’ll tell you later. Right now, you’re busier than I am, right?”

Seeing John leaning his chin near my hair made me feel calm.

‘Maybe I can trust him now?’

At that moment, John suddenly kissed my cheek.

“…!”

Startled by the sudden touch, I opened my eyes wide like a rabbit, and John playfully lifted the corner of his mouth.

“You need to get used to it.”

“You’re doing it without saying anything.”

A low voice sent chills down my spine. John’s thumb subtly brushed near my lips.

“Then, if I just say the word, I can do whatever I want?”

“What?!”

“Like you said, I’ll do it very well. Now, I’ll kiss you.”

What?!

But John, contrary to his warning, held me tightly from behind. He let out a low, predatory laugh like a well-fed beast.

“Just kidding.”

Now, every time I was in his arms, I felt both reassurance and a familiar thrill. I nudged him with my elbow, and John raised his hands, stepping back.

“By the way, I have somewhere to take you tomorrow.”

“Where?”

“Somewhere you’ll like. Just a little date, just the two of us.”

I deliberately kept my eyes narrowed, feeling shy from my pounding heart.

“How do I know if I’ll like it?”

“I know everything.”

John smiled arrogantly.

“It’s my job, so how could I not know?”

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The wedding ceremony began.

“Bride, enter!”

Miryu entered the venue escorted by Marquis Jutti.

The Silver Swan Wedding Hall was as magnificent as its reputation. The guests, satisfied with the hall’s hospitality, applauded when Miryu appeared, their mood cheerful.

“Absolutely stunning.”

“I didn’t realize Lady Jutti was so beautiful. And her scars are gone, too.”

Miryu, under the grand chandelier, fully revealed her elegant, smooth neck. Seeing her pure neck, everyone remembered the saint’s blessing.

“Prince Royem and Lady Jutti are both such handsome and beautiful people.”

“It’s a wedding blessed by the saint… I’m so jealous. If only I could have a wedding like that.”

Marquis Jutti, escorting Miryu, handed her over to Hesen, who was already waiting.

“Please take good care of her.”

Hesen responded silently and began escorting Miryu.

‘Strange?’

Because her face was hidden behind a veil and she couldn’t turn her head freely, Miryu couldn’t see Hesen’s expression.

‘Is Hesen as nervous as I am?’

Surely, marriage was a significant life event, so he might have been too nervous to catch what Marquis Jutti said. So Miryu whispered quietly to Hesen, who was walking beside her.

“Hesen, you look so handsome.”

“…Miryu, you’re also beautiful.”

Hearing his reply, Miryu felt relieved.

‘I was right.’

At the end of the red carpet, the Archbishop, summoned directly from Royem Kingdom, officiated their marriage. The officiant congratulated them and asked the final vows.

“Bride Miryu Royem, do you vow to follow your groom, Hesen Royem, for your whole life and live as a married couple?”

“Yes.”

Finally.

“Groom Hesen Royem, do you vow to live as a married man with bride Miryu Jutti for the rest of your life?”

Miryu couldn’t hide her overwhelming emotion and smiled brightly.

But Hesen said nothing in response to the archbishop’s words. His silence made the hall heavy. The guests seemed uneasy.

Anxious, Miryu whispered carefully to him.

“…Hesen?”

“…”

This time, Hesen, who had remained silent, slowly turned his head and looked at Miryu.

“Miryu, do you love me?”

“Of course I do. What’s wrong?”

Finally, Miryu felt like she could truly see Hesen’s face.

‘Why?’

Hesen’s expression was strange.

His normally admired, fairy-tale prince-like appearance seemed even more handsome on the wedding day. But his usual gentle smile was rigid and stiff.

“Then, can you tell me everything you’re hiding?”

Even now, the orange gaze on him was warm, but…

‘Is that not love?’

A cold shiver ran down her spine. He seemed desperate, sad, and yet completely indifferent to her.

Miryu thought Hesen, who was usually easy to read like a prince, was always straightforward.

But today, especially today—the most important day—his heart was utterly inscrutable. He looked like a stranger.

‘Estelle must have told Hesen something strange.’

But the more anxious she felt, the more determined she decided to confront him confidently.

“What do you mean?”

Miryu asked nonchalantly.

“You know, Hesen. How honest I’ve been with you. There’s nothing I’m hiding.”

She had taken care of everything that could cause trouble. Her scars, once concealed by dark magic, had been completely healed by the saint’s blessing. Of course, she had also disposed of the gold ring that served as a conduit for the dark magic.

‘There’s no proof.’

Hesen lowered his head and softly spoke.

“…Is that so?”

“Yes, that’s how it is. Don’t worry too much, my love.”

As Hesen nodded as he usually did, Miryu finally relaxed slightly.

‘He’s trying to ruin my wedding?’

As soon as she became Queen Royem, she would find out what Estelle had schemed.

At that moment, Hesen dropped the ring box. The box hit the floor and opened, causing the rings to roll away.

Miryu involuntarily looked at the wedding rings that were now rolling on the floor.

“I’m sorry. I loved you. But…”

Hesen spoke sadly.

“I can’t trust your love.”

“Hesen…?”

“I can no longer endure your disgusting lies.”

For a moment, everything seemed like a lie to Miryu.

“Sorry, everyone.”

As Hesen turned away, contempt flickered in his eyes. He bowed his head toward the guests behind him.

“This wedding is invalid. Because this woman is a bastard child of Marquis Jutti, who deceived me as a noble.”

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