episode_0047

When asked by the prince if he was willing to participate in the academy entrance exam, Albert naturally expressed yes.

In order to do things I couldn’t do in my last life and to become a better person, entering the academy was an essential factor.

And above all.

‘If I can find Luna’s voice… .’

I heard that Luna’s inability to speak was congenital. He was unable to speak from birth, and because of that, he lived a very difficult life.

However, the important thing is that I couldn’t find the reason why I couldn’t speak. It was not a physical problem or a mental problem.

So, the biggest possibility is… .

‘The devil’s curse.’

Not all devils are the same. Broadly speaking, they are divided into high-ranking devils with names and low-level devils without names.

Among them, the most commonly seen are low-level demons, who tempt humans, grant their wishes, and take their souls through trade.

So, what kind of people are high-ranking devils?

What should I say? If I were to sum it up in one word, it would be ‘unique guys.’

They have no interest in things like the human body. These are people who live solely for fun and spreading their fame.

No, to be exact, it is difficult to even express it as living. Because they don’t have a lifespan in the first place.

Anyway, the method most people who are so obsessed with fame and fun use is cursing.

It makes you increasingly weak, cripples your legs, makes you blind… .

… Or it makes the voice not come out.

Is it a unique power, or is it because you want to let the world know what you have done? They always insist on the same curse.

For example, yes. The devil who cursed blindness will curse you with blindness again next time. And then again, the curse of blindness is applied.

Just like that, if you follow the curse of the dumb, one day… .

Of course, everything is just an assumption. Not only is there no certainty that the devil did it, but even if you find a record of the curse, the chances of tracing it and finding the devil are like finding a needle in the desert.

But that doesn’t mean we can just give up and give up.

‘For Luna.’

Because I decided to live this life like that.

Even if I ultimately fail and become frustrated, if there is even a glimmer of hope, I will pursue it.

However, it is truly ironic.

‘If Luna lost her voice due to the devil’s curse… .’

Who on earth wanted that and why?

I had that question because at least the devils weren’t the ones who did things on their own.

* * * * *

Rattling rattling-.

As the carriage moves forward, a slight vibration occurs.

Luna stared at the huge castle outside the window.

It was the Duke of Iris, where he was born and raised.

‘stuffy.’

If it was where I was born and raised, it would definitely be comfortable, but it wasn’t. I felt frustrated, as if my chest was clogged.

In fact, I never wanted to come back here again. I wanted to spend eternity with the Duke and Duchess at David’s Castle.

I really felt at peace when I was there. There was no need to pay attention to anyone. Also, I really liked the garden.

But, unfortunately, it was impossible. Although she was engaged to Prince Albert, she was not officially married.

If a woman who is not yet married goes out, there will definitely be an argument among the nobles.

Also, it was impossible to cause any more trouble to Duke David’s family than this.

I guess I received enough consideration just because I was able to stay until now.

Anyway, for one reason or another, Luna came back to Duke Iris Castle.

The only good thing among the many misfortunes that make me frustrated is that I can see the evening primroses I planted in the garden.

‘Is Dal-i doing well?’

Although the person managing the garden was probably doing a good job, it was inevitable that I would be concerned.

Because it is a more special flower than any other flower in the garden.

Although it was small and simple, its meaning was greater than anything else.

Isn’t this the first time I’ve seen it since I planted it myself? I was worried about whether the roots had taken root well and whether the stem had broken.

After saying hello to the matriarch, Luna headed straight to the garden.

Pass by the colorful flowers that fill the surroundings.

For some reason, my steps felt light. Perhaps the time spent at Duke David’s house might have brought about some change.

That was when we arrived at a small, simple garden in a corner of the garden.

“No, he’s saying what’s good about these flowers. Isn’t it better to be flashy?”

Deeply…

A small shovel scoops up dirt.

The person holding the shovel was none other than Rachel, who had been tormenting him so much.

‘What on earth is this…? .’

It was surprising that the duke’s eldest daughter, who was not a servant, was digging the ground herself, but what was even more surprising was that many evening primroses had grown in the garden.

Deeply…

Rachel diligently dug the ground with a shovel and took out flowers from the basket.

It was an evening primrose with yellow buds.

“Sleep well or tell me.”

She planted flowers in a small hole and, contrary to her harsh words, carefully patted the soil.

Luna, who had been silently watching the entire process, just stood there blankly and closed her eyes.

Even though I saw it with my own eyes, I couldn’t believe it.

That Rachel.

Rachel, who had been tormenting him so much and for whom there was no mercy.

Why on earth are they planting flowers, especially evening primroses?

The fact that she likes flashy things is known not only to family members but also to many nobles.

What can I say, since such rumors are even circulating among commoners?

However, it would be more believable to say that it was a dream, since she was planting the simplest evening primroses.

While Luna was lost in thought, Rachel sensed someone and turned her head.

The gazes of two people with the same eyes, yet very different, intersect.

After looking at each other in silence for a moment, it was Rachel who turned her head first. She grabbed the shovel again and started digging.

Deeply…

In the quiet silence, only the sound of digging the ground resonates.

They had already come too far to forgive anyone and ask for forgiveness.

* * * * *

It happened a while ago, right after Luna ran away from home.

‘I didn’t do that on purpose.’

I was just trying to look at the flower pot. I was curious about the gift Prince Albert had prepared for Luna.

I knew that Duke David’s finances were not good, but even so, he wasn’t a ‘duke’. I thought they must have prepared something flashy and expensive.

However, all I received was an ordinary flower pot. I thought there might be some kind of jewel embedded in that flower pot, but… .

In the process of checking it, Luna returned to the room and was so shocked that she dropped it.

If you just look at it, you will buy it. If you look at it wrong, you will buy it.

It certainly should have been that way, but the deep rift between Luna and herself turned the accident into an incident.

To put it in one word: misunderstanding. Yes, it was a misunderstanding.

‘I should have solved it.’

Rationally, I know.

If there is a misunderstanding, it is right to resolve it.

And the truth is that Luna did nothing wrong. She said that the negative emotions she had lost in her childhood were only directed towards her.

However, I couldn’t bear to admit it because it seemed like it would make my mother’s death miserable.

‘Well, I’ll be back soon.’

As much as he is expressionless, he clearly distinguishes between right and wrong.

However, Luna had no intention of returning even as time passed.

In the end, I ended up going to the social church alone.

No matter what, it was Rachel who was always with Luna, so it felt awkward to get on the carriage and go to the social hall alone.

However, the Luna I met there seems to be in better shape than ever.

Nothing much had changed, but the feeling was the same. Even if others didn’t know, I knew because it was Rachel, a family member.

‘It’s a shame.’

Rachel, who was grumpy for no reason, decided to bully Luna like usual.

So, I had another lady play a prank on Luna… .

In the process, the prince gets involved and the results are the worst.

In the end, he had to come forward and apologize to the prince.

I didn’t do anything wrong myself, but if a problem arises, it’s right for the leader of the group to step up.

Afterwards, Rachel, who was in a bad mood due to various events such as the ugly young people making fun of her, left the social club early and returned to the mansion.

Feeling a bit frustrated, I was about to drink wine alone, but at that exact moment, the employee told me that the head of the house had called.

‘It’s really a day where nothing happens.’

Rachel thought so and headed to the office.

When I arrived at the office, the first thing I saw was expensive wine and two glasses.

What on earth is going on?

Just as I was thinking that, a low-pitched voice broke the silence.

“Daughter, sit down. Now I think I should tell you too.”