119. Preparation for the Harvest Festival
“What is that…” … !”
France’s face distorted mercilessly. Are you now trying to remain a good person? Sounds that don’t even sound like words.
“Don’t be funny!”
A voice so furious that it cracks.
Revealing your unfortunate past alone, apologizing, not expecting forgiveness, and a relieved smile at the end?
What on earth is this supposed to do? France felt the greatest anger of her life.
“I have suffered for 12 of the 20 years of my life because of you and your brother!”
It was a life of being ostracized everywhere and ignored by everyone.
She struggled somehow. I want to be looked at, not ignored, and loved.
I longed for it.
But it was only a small wish.
“But now that everything is over, are you going to come and feel relieved alone? To feel at ease? I absolutely cannot tolerate this. It’s going to ruin the rest of your life somehow. Even if you want to die, don’t let me die, even if you want to live, don’t let me live!”
Even though I said this, Eden’s expression did not change. A face that seems to have let go of everything. France became more and more uncomfortable.
“What the hell, what the hell…” Why me… !”
I never dreamed that the end of revenge would be so vain.
Instead of feeling refreshed, I just felt uncomfortable.
“France.”
Eden spoke quietly.
“Do not forgive me. “Curse and resent for the rest of your life.”
A face that doesn’t waver in the slightest.
I had nothing to say. Because France also knows that no matter how much you vent your anger towards someone who has resigned, nothing comes back.
“… ….”
France couldn’t even imagine what kind of expression he would be making. Was it crumpled like a demon? Is she making a bewildered face? You won’t know until you look in the mirror.
But this is certain.
It’s not a good look.
“… “I will curse you for the rest of my life.”
Boom! I left Eden’s bedroom, slamming the door shut.
France’s steps were full of energy as she returned to the room. The anger was so intense. But the being who would pour out these emotions has already resigned and disappeared.
Do I have no choice but to keep this uncontrollable feeling to myself and drown it out?
‘Don’t be funny.’
France bit his lower lip. She will never make it easy for you. He will make you live in pain for the rest of your life.
Rattle. After returning to the room, France slid down with her back against the door. When she found Helena waiting for her, she hurried over.
“Princess? “What’s going on?”
Sapphire-like eyes full of confusion and worry.
“Helena… ….”
When I look at Helena, the area under her eyes starts to tremble. It feels like this feeling will melt and something will flow out at any moment.
“Princess, please stand up first and come to the chair. “There is warm honey tea that calms the mind and body.”
Helena is always kind. Even though they started their first meeting with threats, she spread the truth about her life by getting involved with Jin, and even though he did terrible things to her, she always kept a smile on her face and he followed her.
‘He’s also a really nice and kind kid.’
France willingly took Helena’s hand and stood up from her seat.
“Thank you.”
“No. “Because it has to be done.”
Helena smiled brightly as she said that.
“Come here. “I’ll fill your teacup right away.”
France nodded his head and sat down. Helena filled the teacup with her honey tea, and her scent began to spread.
“Huh… ….”
When she saw the friendly Helena and savored her honey tea, her gloomy mood and rising anger subsided a little.
“Are you feeling a little more at ease?”
“Okay. Thank you.”
Helena smiles proudly.
‘Now that I have become the head of the family, Helena should also be given a high position.’
Let’s give him the same rank as the head deacon as the head of the household. She, Helena, should now earn a lot of money and become prosperous. France thought about that and nodded her head.
However, even in this situation, she is an unforgettable character.
‘Damn Eden.’
I didn’t know about that situation. France just thought it was because his mother died right after he was born.
It is not the fault of Eden and Line who turned their arrows at France, but if you look at it, they are also victims.
In the end, the crazed duke is the culprit.
‘But… ….’
However, she couldn’t just criticize the duke. She wonders if she went into a frenzy after she was born and her mother died.
“Whoa.”
With a loud sigh, France looked into space and stopped thinking. His mind was so complicated right now that he didn’t want to worry about anything.
‘Let’s decipher the rune words.’
All the pending work of the duchy was completed. He had been preparing for the harvest before winter came, so he had nothing else to do.
France opened the magic book and began deciphering the magic of soul binding.
* * *
I hurried to invite members of France Corporation to the harvest festival party.
The first place I visited was Exceed.
“Are you kidding me?”
“What?”
Seldas shook his head and poured the golden liquor into his cup.
“Have the party among yourselves. “I’m not interested in that.”
“No, but how much help Exceed gave me… ….”
Seldas’ frown was visible through the mask.
“The reason we helped the princess was for our benefit. Have a celebration party among yourselves. “I’m comfortable being alone.”
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If you say that, there is nothing you can do. It was also the reaction I expected. Actually, I mostly asked out of courtesy.
“Okay, then let’s go. If you want to participate later…… “
Before I could finish speaking, Seldas waved her hand as if telling her to leave quickly and tipped her drink.
Well, there are a few things we did together, but we don’t have any affection.
‘Well, he was originally like that.’
I laughed and left Exceed.
‘Next… ….’
It would be a good idea to go to Viscount Elvan to make a proposal. The current time is before the sun sets. We need to meet quickly before I get off work.
I climbed over the roof and arrived at the headquarters of France Corporation and went straight into the building.
‘Business is going well.’
Nobility gathered in droves to purchase dresses, suits, and luxury goods. Employees who moved over from Frida are working hard.
I approached an employee who seemed relaxed and asked.
“I came under the princess’s orders. Do you know where Viscount Elvan is?”
The employee’s eyes widened when he saw my face. He stands up quickly and bows his head.
“The president’s escort driver!”
I feel burdened by saying hello. But France’s title was eventually fixed as Chairman.
“No, there is no need to greet me like that. “Where is Viscount Elvan?”
“Please stay in the management office on the second floor. “You can go up right away.”
I said, “Thank you,” And walked to the second floor. When I entered the management office, I saw Viscount Elvan sitting at his desk organizing various ledgers.
“Viscount Elvan?”
Viscount Elvan looks up immediately when I call him.
“Oh, it’s Jean Barenberg. “What brings you here?”
“I came because of the princess’s orders. “It’s about the harvest festival.”
For an instant, Viscount Elvan’s expression hardened.
“Is there something to the harvest festival…?” ?”
“The princess said she was throwing a party.”
“… ….”
What is it? The response doesn’t look that good.
“What time will it take?”
“I guess I’ll do it late in the evening.”
“I’m sorry, but it’s impossible.”
“Do you mind if I ask why?”
Viscount Elvan raised his glasses and said.
“This is overtime work.”
“… ….”
An unexpected answer. The stubbornness mixed into his tone is even more perplexing.
“I decided to spend time with my family on that day, which only happens once a year. “Thank you for the offer, but I don’t think I’ll be able to join the party.”
Oh, come to think of it, Viscount Elvan had a family.
‘An elite member of the Imperial Academy with no fiefdom but a title.’
He is a kind man who is good at his job and also thinks about his family. His wife is blessed.
“Then, maybe there are other parties too…” ?”
“This is overtime work.”
“… ….”
It was a good thing I didn’t invite you earlier. I would have received an answer like this even back then…….
‘I guess it is because he is the head of a family.’
I almost took away precious time with my family. I chuckled and lowered my head.
“I understand. “I will speak well to the princess.”
“Thank you for understanding my situation.”
“No, because you have a family.”
I said my goodbyes and left the store. Looking at the ledgers and documents, he looked very busy, so it was hard to keep talking.
‘He is a person who is thorough in public and private matters.’
France saw that and chose me, but I never thought he would be that thorough.
‘The people at the party at that time probably know.’
All that remains is Andrea. I climbed over the roof again and headed to France Corporation’s workshop.
As soon as you open the door and enter, the scent of tea and the simple smell of wood lingers in your nose. A variety of fabrics were sticking out of the box, and it was quiet, like a library, creating a serene atmosphere.
“Over there?”
When I ask carefully, all eyes gather here.
“Ah, escort driver!”
“What brought you here?”
Everyone has a good complexion. After all, financial therapy is the best. The salary is generous, and bonuses are also provided, so the atmosphere is good.
“Everyone knows there is a harvest festival this year, right? On that day, the Princess will pay additional fees again. Have a good time with that.”
Actually, it is my opinion.
“Really? Are you giving me money again? Really?”
“You even take care of the harvest festival… How can it be that the princess is only a melodious story despite the waves…? ….”
“Wow, I’m happy to work here. “I will be loyal to the princess for the rest of my life.”
The response was enthusiastic because it was an all-purpose financial treatment regardless of era.
“Now, everyone, calm down. “Can you tell me where Andrea is?”
“If you are Manager Andrea, please stay in your private studio on the 3rd floor.”
I said, “Thank you,” And went up the stairs. The second and third floors were also filled with employees of France Corporation.
When I looked around, I saw a room that was alone and had a gloomy atmosphere.
‘No matter how I look at it, it looks like it’s over there?’
When I opened the door and went in, as expected. Andrea was engrossed in her work, her back bent like a shrimp.
“Andrea.”
“… ….”
This pattern again.
“Andrea!”
“Yes, four!”
Andrea straightens up in surprise.
“Ah, it’s been a while since you came here.”
“Sorry I’m busy.”
“No, what’s going on?”
“I came to invite you because there was a harvest party.”
Andrea smiled awkwardly and scratched the back of her head.
“Thank you for the offer, but I decided to spend the day with her friends. Sorry.”
“There’s nothing to be sorry about. “Everyone has their own schedule.”
She didn’t know that he would reject her too. If this happens, she’ll only be gathering the people she was originally gathering with.
But I came to invite them, but everyone turned them down, so was it a waste of time…? ….
‘Everyone has their own reasons, so there is nothing we can do.’
She has no choice but to enjoy it with the people she used to gather with.
“Then let’s go. “I’m sorry for disturbing your concentration.”
“No. “Go in!”
After leaving the workshop, I walked around the duchy.
“Ha… ….”
Hot breath leaked out under the dry sky. Snow piled up on the street, and every time I took a step, I heard a cute crunching sound.
‘Harvest Festival.’
Time to build the last memories of me and France.
A party to announce farewell.
‘This makes me feel depressed.’
She shook her head to shake off the useless thoughts. The more this happens, the more hesitation grows.
‘This is it.’
I kept my promise to France and made her wish come true.
There is a separation in everything.
We are just meeting the end of the story.
