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220 – Episode 220 Cecilia Expresses Her Disappointment

Episode 220: Cecilia expresses her disappointment

One leisurely afternoon, Duke Kylos was sitting by a sunny window and reading a book.

“Duke. “Can I come in for a moment?”

Kyle Ross turned his head toward the door at the sound of the knock and the aide’s voice.

“Please come in.”

The aide who opened the door greeted him politely and then walked towards him.

“Duke. A letter arrived a little while ago in the name of Her Majesty the Empress.”

Kylos looked at the envelope the aide held out for a moment and then accepted it. After dismissing his aid, he approached the desk. After carefully tearing open the envelope with a paper knife, he examined the letter with a thoughtful look.

The letter Cecilia sent included a brief greeting from her and something that surprised him.

“It looks like the Duke of Montersen is going to do something to the Count of Cork…”

At the end of the letter, this was written.

[As you know, the Count of Cork and Viscount Nilos are people who provide information to us. If possible, we would like to do what we can, but it is difficult for me to take the lead.

So I would like you to help the Earl of Cork on my behalf. For more details, please meet with me and discuss separately.]

“Hmm…”

After reading the entire letter, Kylos let out a heavy groan.

The Duke of Montersen’s attempt to single out the Count of Cork as an example was probably largely due to his continued demands for the aristocratic faction to leave the party.

‘Or maybe he was discovered to be in cahoots with the imperial faction…’

If so, it was no exaggeration to say that the Earl of Cork was exposed to a more dangerous situation than he thought.

That’s probably why Duke Montersen is impatient.

However, one more question inevitably arises here.

How on earth did His Majesty obtain this information?

He was sure that it would be difficult to explain unless he had an informant who was quite good at stealth.

‘During the attempted kidnapping of the former Empress, you were aware of the circumstances in advance…’

However, the thought that I would get an answer just because I asked a question did not even cross my mind. Even back then, I glossed over the answer by saying I found out about it through articles.

“That’s not important right now.”

The important thing now is to protect the Earl of Cork’s safety or take corresponding measures.

To achieve this, it seemed clear that there was a need to listen to the opinions of the parties involved.

“…”

Just in case, shouldn’t you mention this to Viscount Nilos in advance?

Kylos frowned and pondered. Then he took out a piece of pure white letter paper from the drawer.

He doesn’t see much point in discussing it with himself and Cecilia alone.

That was the conclusion he reached.

It seemed to him that it would be a better idea to bring together his party, the Earl of Cork, and Viscount Neil Ross, who might face threats to his life in the future, and discuss measures.

Kylos put his thoughts in a letter and immediately had his servant send the letter to the imperial palace.

* * *

It’s been a while since I had dinner with Cecilia. The place for the meal was actually Cecilia’s room!

Now, are you trying to keep me next to you even at dinner?

“Are there any shortcomings?”

When I had almost finished eating my share of bread, Cecilia asked. His voice was definitely softer than usual.

“Yes. “Be careful not to eat a lot in the evening.”

“It seems like you are concerned about your weight.”

“Yeah, well…”

Shaking her head, Cecilia laughed lightly.

“After all, it’s better to eat dinner with you than to cook it alone.”

“I’m glad then, Your Majesty.”

“If anything makes you uncomfortable, let me know. “I will listen to you as much as I want.”

“Then…”

As soon as she was about to speak, Cecilia raised her right hand.

“However, never bring up the topic of resignation.”

“It wasn’t like that.”

When I answered immediately in a clear tone, Cecilia twitched her eyebrows.

“Hmm. “Then what were you trying to say?”

“Actually…”

Can I say this?

Actually, I’m a little afraid of the consequences if I’m going to say it.

“Don’t hesitate and speak quickly.”

“It’s easier to eat dinner alone, Your Majesty… ” …”

“…”

Cecilia made her pouty face.

“That… I apologize.”

Cecilia let her shoulders slump with a sigh.

Should she have said she was nothing and moved on? But he might have felt disappointed just like that.

‘Because this guy’s mouth is so corrupt in the first place.’

Normally, she would have punched her on the lips, but she held back because it was in front of Cecilia.

“I understand. You might feel uncomfortable sitting alone with her boss. Still, hearing those words directly from you was a bit… “I feel a sense of disappointment.”

“I have committed a mortal sin, Your Majesty.”

I bowed my head.

Fortunately, Cecilia caught herself quickly and told me to lift her head. After swearing that I would watch her mouth next time, I grabbed my fork to eat my salad.

Immediately after that, a regular knocking sound was heard.

“Your majesty. A letter has arrived from Duke Kylos.”

“Come in.”

The butler who came inside stopped for a moment when he saw me and Cecilia.

“Why are you doing that?”

“No. I apologize, Your Majesty.”

I guess there was some strange misunderstanding…

In the first place, Cecilia and I were the emperor’s direct secretaries, so it wouldn’t be too strange to do this, but for some reason, I felt like there was a misunderstanding.

The butler left the room immediately after handing over the letter, perhaps for Cecilia’s sake. As soon as the door closed, Cecilia sighed and looked through the letters.

“I think it would be a good idea to put away the dishes first before checking.”

Cecilia tugged at her leash, and immediately her maid came in. After her maid cleaned up all her dishes, I sat down with her in front of her desk.

“Let’s see…”

Cecilia muttered to herself and began to scan the contents written on her letterhead. She squinted to preview the contents, but it was hard to see from my position.

“What was written?”

After seeing that Cecilia had taken her eyes off her letter, I immediately asked a question.

“Luke. Do you remember the conversation we had last night?”

“Are you saying that the Earl of Cork’s safety may be in danger?”

“That’s right. Regarding that, the duke calls the two parties and asks them to have a meeting.”

“Two parties, what do you mean?”

I couldn’t think of one, so I asked again, and Cecilia nodded her head slightly.

“Oh my, you don’t remember?”

“I’ve been out of my mind these days…”

“Okay. That’s possible.”

Cecilia spoke in an understanding tone.

“This is Viscount Nilos, who wanted to break away from the noble faction with the Earl of Cork.”

“Ah! “I remembered.”

And I understood why there were two parties.

“I guess they were considering the possibility that Viscount Nilos could become an example after the Count of Cork.”

“I guess so.”

Cecilia, who spoke in a more serious tone than before, put her letter down on her desk with a sigh. Then she rested her forehead and sighed.

“Your Majesty?”

“I’m just a little tired, so don’t worry.”

“Yes…”

“The sooner we set up the meeting, the better.”

Cecilia, who had said that, turned her head in this direction.

“When you return to your room, send a letter addressed to the Earl of Cork and Viscount Nilos.”

“Am I taking your place?”

“You just gave me a slip of the tongue, so that means you should reflect on it.”

So what this means is that I have to pay for the mistake I made earlier.

“Your majesty. I am truly sorry…”

“If you send a letter, please let me know right away.”

“Yes.”

When she heard my answer, she nodded her head once.

“The meeting will be scheduled for three days later, on Friday.”

“I will keep that in mind.”

“I must now send a reply to Duke Kylos. “You just go to your room and do your job.”

I lifted her up from her chair and wished her good night.

“I hope you have a peaceful night, Your Majesty.”

“I hope you have a peaceful night too.”

After returning to my room, I immediately sat down at my desk and wrote a letter to the Count of Cork and Viscount Nilos. After checking all the contents, I put it in an envelope and sealed it with wax.

It’s late now, so I’ll have to send it tomorrow.

I put the letter in the drawer and then jumped into bed.

* * *

The Earl of Cork was sitting at his desk in his office, checking a letter sent by Secretary Luke Nedville.

“…”

When Monte Lessen explained that he would use him as an example to establish discipline within the noble faction, his eyes widened.

This was because it was information that he had not noticed at all.

‘How on earth did the secretary find out this information?’

Cork tilted his head.

This was because I had decided that it would be difficult to trust this information.

As pointed out in this letter, it is true that the atmosphere within the aristocratic faction is still turbulent, and he himself expresses opposition to the appointment of Theorod to the highest position.

‘However, last time I warned you about disturbing the atmosphere…’

Still, the thought of whether he would go that far never left his mind.

They said they would have a meeting this Friday, so I guess I should prepare well.

But Cork’s thoughts changed that evening. It was because Prince Theorde Montersen came to his mansion with ten knights.

The Count of Cork heard the news through his butler and went to the front gate of Burinake Mansion. Cork, who saw what they were doing, couldn’t help but widen his eyes. This was because they wore armor top and bottom and had long swords on their belts.

It was an outfit he would never wear if it were a normal visit, so Cork had no choice but to swallow thick saliva without even realizing it.

“The Earl of Cork.”

Theorod, standing in front with his shoulders upright, spoke in a commanding tone.

“Yes, Young master.”

“My father is very disappointed in how you have recently tarnished the atmosphere of the aristocratic faction. “You ignored the warning I gave you last time.”

“…”

Cork didn’t respond, and Theorod lightly tapped the hilt of his sword with his hand.

“Originally, I was planning to bring all the knights of our family and punish them, but I persuaded them to give me one more chance. But it would be better to think of this as your last chance.”

In this case, there was only one answer Cork could give.

“Please forgive my rudeness, Prince Theorod.”

“Shouldn’t the apology be to my father, not me?”

Theorod grinned, and Cork lowered his stance.

“Do better in the future.”

Theorod, who left a warning, gestured toward the knights. Then they rode their horses along the way they came.

Cork turned to stone and looked at their backs with blank eyes.

‘That information was real…’

He felt curious and afraid at the same time.

He realized once again that if the Duke of Monte Lessen wanted to, it would not be a problem to inflict harm on him.

‘After all, you shouldn’t be in the noble faction.’

He decided to make sure to announce this at the meeting on Friday.