TL: Zimmings

Mina, who looked at me and Adrian in turn, asked.

You guysknow each other?

Of course, they are from the same empire after all. Thats the prince, and this is Lady Dubblede.

Alan answered on our behalf. Mina said Ah as I looked at Adrian, who was holding my cheek. I quickly pulled Adrians jacket.

What are you doing, get your hands off me!

The current Odis Academy also has Andre, the son of Empress Yvonne.

If Alan reports that Adrian and I have a close relationship, Itll get into Andres ears. Then Empress Yvonne will be vigilant against me.

It would not be good for me especially when the second child of fate appeared.

There is a high possibility that Empress Yvonne will collude with Mina to keep me in check.

It would be nice if she only colluded with Mina. But if she holds hands with the temple, there will be an uproar.

Adrian understood me and out his hand away.

Ah, haha prince, you must be worried that my brothers might get upset by the scar on my cheek!

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The academy would be turned upside down if its the case, so the prince acting as president should be worried! Yes!

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No matter how young we are, even if we have known each other since we were young, people would misunderstand us when you grab my face when we grow up.

I tap Adrians back so that it wouldnt be seen by Alan.

Answer!

Yes.

When Adrian was forced to respond to my coercion, Alan only hummed in response.

The Dubblede siblings stories are famous.

Fortunately, he seemed to believe my excuses.

Im glad my brothers arent normal at times like this.

After breathing a sigh of relief inside, Mina said to Adrian.

If its not urgent, talk to me. Theres something I want to ask you.

Even if it wasnt me, there would be many people who could answer your questions.

It was you who brought me. I want to go back! You said I came here because of the artifact. Then youre the one who can bring me back, arent you?

I never tried to summon you. Im not even sure if you resonated with the artifact.

I want to see my friends I want to see my mom too

Mina bit her lip and lowered her head.

She looked like someone who had a hard time.

Suddenly, memories of my first life came to mind.

At that time, I overheard the conversation between Mina and the young priest behind the pillar.

Did you have a hard time?

Huh?

Divine power training, saving the empire from various disasters, various external pressures as the child of fate It must be difficult for everyone, but you didnt say it was hard.

Its hard. Why would it not be hard? But I dont want to say it. It would make it harder for me and the people around me.

Miss Mina.

If its going to be hard either way, its better for me to have a hard time alone. I dont want others to worry. Im adjusting well, Ill keep going through this bravely.

Mina smiled bashfully as she said that.

Mina was such a person from the beginning.

A person who embraces anything alone.

But if you think about it, shes only a 17-year-old girl who has fallen into an unknown world. She cannot help but feel anxious.

She had been hiding it so far, but it must have been frightening, overwhelming, and difficult.

I was speechless as Mina struggled to hold back her tears, and Alan glanced at me.

Leblaine, why dont you give in? I think Mina has more urgent business.

I didnt hold on to him.

So youre saying you cant let him go?

This bastard.

What is he saying? Lets be patient for now.

Alan used me to gain favour from Mina. He glanced at Mina as if saying Im thinking of you this much.

Hey.

Alan frowned at my words.

Hey? Is that how a commoner called-

Isnt it rude to take sides and try to win Minas favor?

What?

I sighed and walked over to Alan.

If you really care about Mina, you should have asked Adrian to give her time, not me. But why are you criticizing me?

Thats-

You really hate having Adrian and Mina alone. You dont want to let Adrian go, even if it hurts your pride.

I never thought of that!

Then why did you do that? You must have been afraid to attack Adrian because hes the prince of the empire and acting as president of the Elysiano Class so you attack me instead.

Ha.

Leblaine will be pushed away by the new child of fate. The empire is already buzzing with rumors about the new child of fate, so if you hold on to Minas string properly, youd think youd rise along with it.

I looked straight into Alans eyes.

Even if I break your arms and legs, I will only be expelled from the academy. However-

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After I get kicked out, I wont just be Leblaine, Ill be Lady Dubblede. Can you handle me at that time?

Alans face turned pale.

I pat Alans neck and chuckle.

Can you tell me my nickname in the empire?

Adrian said with a smirk.

Crazy dog.

Alan and Minas eyes widened. I grabbed Alans neck at once and declared.

My patience ends here.

As I shoved his neck, Alan looked at me after a cough. There was fear in his eyes that had never been seen before.

He slowly took a step backwards, then turned around and ran away hastily.

I looked at Alans back, which had become small, and shook my hands.

A small chuckle was heard behind my back.

I slowly turned my head to look at Adrian.

Dont laugh, because its embarrassing.

Why? That was great.

Hey, I wanted to be elegant in the academy.

You are elegant enough even in the empire, lady,

In the empire, people run away when they make eye contact with me!

Thats because your brilliance is dazzling.

Adrian smiled and said as I pouted my lips.

Youve gotten great at teasing since the last time I see you.

I miss you.

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I scratched my cheek with a look of embarrassment.

He always hits me out of nowhere.

Adrian, who has grown taller, looked like an adult now.

He was different from my father, my brother, and the servants whom I saw constantly, so I became a little awkward with him.

Leblaine, so you were like this.

It was Minas voice. The girl looked at me with astonishment.

If I have something to talk to Adrian, would you mind leaving the room?

Uh Then Im fine-

Just then, the bell signaling the end of dinner rang.

Mina glanced at the bell in the distance and said.

Ill have to go to the freshman welcome party, so Ill talk to Rian later. Leblaine, shouldnt you prepare too?

Yes.

See you at the party Rian too.

Mina waved her hand at us and turned her back. After the girl disappeared, I turned to Adrian.

Are you going alone?

Ill take you there.

Its okay, you dont need to.

Adrian didnt answer. He had a smile that was hard to refuse.

Your stubbornness has also increased. Ah, where is the little boy I was so worried about because hes too kind?

I said playfully as I took a step forward. Adrian walked up to me and said,

Ill do it if you want.

What?

The little boy you were so worried about because hes too kind.

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After being confused for a moment, I slapped Adrian on the shoulder.

I told you not to go anywhere and say that kind of thing. If its not me, people might misunderstand!

You didnt misunderstand.

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Youve known it for a long time.

I didnt say anything and just glanced at Adrian.

Ive been aware of Adrians feelings since the first time I brought this kids birthday present in a shabby alleyway.

However, I thought of it as a longing for someone who reached out during a lonely time.

He was very young at the time, and I was too busy with my work, so I didnt pay attention to his feelings.

After walking quietly for a while, I couldnt stand the awkward atmosphere and stopped.

Why me! There must be someone much better!

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I mean, Im selfish! My well-being always comes first.

Its great.

Ugh.

Its okay if Im not your number one priority. You will always be my number one priority.

My heart thumped and felt like it was going to fall. I rolled my eyes and shouted.

I hate this atmosphere! I hate it because its awkward! Look, Adrian. I am the daughter of the Duke Dubblede, and you are the emperors son. If we are dating, then there will be a riot!

I cant do it because I want to make Dubblede independent. As Chul-soo said, my story is like Romeo and Juliet.

And what about Empress Yvonne and Marche? Huh? What about the nobles and the temple? You are a person who wants to be a holy emperor, and I am a person who hates temples! We cant be-

You never said you dont like me.

What?

I dont need your reason.

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Leblaine, Im actually a very stubborn person.

Adrian came to me.

The tip of our shoe clashes, and I could feel his breath.

My body was tense. Thump, thump, my heart began to beat wildly. Adrians hand went to my hair. He muttered as he took a leaf off my head.

Even if you told me to lie down and kiss the top of your foot, I will.

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Ill do whatever you want.

You must be crazy.

When I looked at him with trembling eyes, he grinned.

Just then,

Damn it.

Get your hands off my sister.

The gangsters appeared. The gangsters No, my older brothers are scarier than gangsters.

While carrying womens shoes, accessories, and dresses on their hands and shoulders that were clearly mine, they said with their eyes wide open.

Move. I am the mentor who will be chosen by the kid at the freshman party today.

No, I am.

Adrian raised his head and said.

No, its me.

Help me.