However, I didnt know much about Riddells situation in the family.

Its already a fact that everyone knows that shes shallow, stupid, and Ahhh!! Suddenly, Vestia screamed.

Riddell Spencer! What are you doing? My dress is wet because of you!

Whats the matter with her? I just nudge her cup a little.

I replied with a relaxed smile, Im sorry sister. I didnt know there was a glass of water beside me.

Dont talk nonsense and wipe my dress right away!

Why should I?

There were many maids around her. Why should I be the one who wipes it?

Vestia looked quite speechless for a moment.

You must be surprised.

This was the first act of retaliation by Riddell, who was always obedient, against her.

Riddell Spencer. Watch your mouth! Why are you speaking like that to your sister?

Theres a certain proverb that said that people with similar traits and background would often side with each other. This time, the stepmother spoke.

You seem to have become vulgar after you went to the villa. Who do you think youre taking after? The stepmothers voice was filled with rage.

Im not afraid of you.

I calmly answered back, Who do I take after? Why, its you, mother.

The atmosphere in the dining room suddenly became chilly.

She blinked while speechless, as if she doubted what she just heard.

I repeated once more to let her know that she heard me correctly.

Youre the one that raised me. Do you think that I have a bad personality? Or do you want to tell me that I took after my father?

Riddell!

She looked quite furious when she saw me smile, I already said what I wanted to say after all.

How dare you talk back to your mother!

What do you mean talk back? Im just simply answering mothers question.

What?

Then, does this mean I can ignore your question too? Can I?

Bang.

The Viscount abruptly hit the table, it seemed that he couldnt stand my attitude anymore. Then, he glared at me with fierce eyes.

Its really obvious what youre going to do.

The moment he raised his hands, I quickly spoke up, Father, you should think carefully before you hit me. What if I get scars on my body?

What?

Remember the Archduke, do you think he wants to marry a woman with scars all over her body?

Does this mean youre going to marry off Viesta instead of me?

When I glanced at Viesta, she trembled as she opened her mouth, realizing the situation.

Calm down Dad. What if she gets hurt? Her trembling voice could be clearly heard.

Riddell! Dont let your careless behavior get you divorced! The Viscount said with anger.

Divorce? I cant let that happen.

My plans could only be achieved if I stand next to the Archduke, I dont think that Ill ever come back here anyway.

Dont worry about that thing, Father! It wont happen unless he acts like you.

You son of a bitch

With these words, the Viscount left his seat.

I waved my hands as a goodbye to him.

Well, Ill let him do whatever he wants for now.

My stepmother looked quite shocked, however, I just simply ignored her and beckoned to the maid behind Viesta.

Bring me a new meal thats the same as my fathers.

****

Ten days have passed since then.

During these past ten days, the Viscount has treated me rather coldly, it wasnt really a problem, after all, it was the same with my other family members. It was actually quite easy to ignore minor disputes like these.

Dawn came and I was forced to wear a luxurious bridal gown that wasnt a fit for me. I had to endure it all this time because I could leave this house once and for all.

Before I left, I heard sarcastic comments from my stepmother and Vestia.

Remember not to get divorced.

Thats right. Like my mother said, dont get divorced. Theres no room here for you anyways.

I replied with a grin to the both of them who were trying to undermine me, Dont worry. It wont happen. However why arent you two worrying about it?

What?

Im the one thats going to become a duchess. If you keep annoying me like this, I wouldnt know what to do with you in the future.

After I said these words, both of them shut their mouth.

****

My mind wandered about as I listened to the sound of the carriage.

The Archduke of the North, Kyle Romani. The man without blood nor tears.

They say that hes a ruthless man who kills whoever disobeys him without any hesitation.

The problem still remains Im going to become the wife of such a person.

As the original author of this story, there were a bit of information that I knew. The original Kyle Romani and Riddell didnt have a close relationship throughout their marriage.

There was only one time when Kyle Romani interfered with her life.

[Why dont you stop saying bullshit like that?] This was when he talked about my fiance. However, it only backfired. She didnt heed his advice and still sought out for her fiance.

This only made their relationship deteriorate, they were like water and oil.

In the future, when Riddell faced her death, Kyles face popped up in her mind.

[If only I listened to Kyle a little more]

I wouldnt have been betrayed by my scumbag fiancee.

[If only I tried to save his life]

Upon looking back, it was quite understandable. After all, that was the first time that Kyle talked to her.

However, I knew how to lift his curse. I would be able to change my fate.

Only

If I couldnt, then there was no reason for me, the original author, to have entered Riddells body, right?

I concluded that the reason I came here was to fulfill Riddells wishes.

Of course, this was just mere speculation. But, it was better to do something rather than nothing

I will surely lift his curse.

Even with these thoughts, there was still the possibility that the method to lift his curse changed, this would mean that I would fail to lift his curse. However, I want to survive Ill make sure to save his life.

I need to get close to Kyle first.

It seems that Ive already entered the northern territories. Maybe because I was finally in the north, it was quite cold even though it was still fall.

After a while, the carriage stopped at last.