I Became the Wife of a Monstrous Crown Prince (PART 2)

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“It seems that he’s finally coming to terms with reality now. That’s why he’s getting married.”

“Really?”

“I think so.”

“I hope this is the last time we go to the valley of chaos! We should also spend some time in the palace like the imperial knights.”

“Yes!”

The knights were full of hope. When Blake and Diana got married, they expected that the Crown Prince would settle down.

And in the midst of this hopeful atmosphere, I was struck by a sudden realization.

All this time, I was only worried about whether to tell him that I was Ancia or not and how to explain this situation.

What a shallow thought.

Seven years had passed since I left the palace. In the meantime, Blake and Diana had grown up to become adults. They hadn’t simply grown physically.

Both of them had been through a lot and they had already moved on with their lives.

A thousand years ago, I was Laontel and Blake was Rakshul. We met again after many years, staying beside each other.

That’s why I had unconsciously assumed that I’d be the only one for Blake. I was so caught up with worrying about how to console Blake after I left, that I never imagined the possibility that he’d move on.

Even though I knew how the original story went, I had forgotten about it.

I see. He’s getting married to Diana…just like in the original…

That means the two of them got engaged when I went missing.

“It hasn’t been long since Paul and Matthew were dismissed. Don’t talk too much.”

In response to the knights’ gossip Jayden chided in a hushed tone. The knights shuddered and around. After they confirmed that Blake wasn’t nearby, they lashed out at Jayden.

“As our junior, where are your manners?”

“Did I say anything wrong?”

“You’re too stiff. You should try smiling when you talk.”

“Why should I?”

“Just smile!”

The topic of the conversation shifted to Jayden.

I thought of Blake and Diana standing together, side by side, as I listened to them. But I couldn’t picture it. Was it because I hadn’t seen the grown up Diana…

“What are you so preoccupied with?” asked Blake suddenly.

I raised my head to look at him. He smiled softly and took my hand.

“Let’s go.” I shook his hand off unconsciously.

“Rose…?”

Jayden was standing nearby so I reflexively grabbed his shirt.

“Would you like to ride with me?”

As I nodded, Jayden suddenly moved away. Blake pushed Jayden away lightly and grabbed my hand.

“The carriage is ready. Let’s go.”

“……”

“Rose, let’s go. You didn’t sleep well last night either.”

Blake was looking into my eyes. I couldn’t shift my gaze from him. His eyes were full of worries, looking the same as they did seven years ago.

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