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In a world colored in black and white, she was the only one shining brightly.

Her pure white hair, bathed in the midday sunlight, sparkled as if it were made from an unmelting ice cap.

I am afraid that it will melt the moment I touch it, so I am reluctant to even dare to touch it.

Blue eyes that seemed to contain no emotions had the power to naturally make the viewer fall in love with them.

It’s stale and cold. But, I found it attractive.

beautiful.

No, I couldn’t capture it all in just those words.

Finally, she got off the carriage and took a step forward.

The movements are simple and beautiful enough to be considered a model of nobility.

As soon as the footsteps hit the floor, an unusually loud sound was heard.

In the silence where no noise could be heard, only the sound you made was echoing in the world.

I could not bear to take my eyes off her.

I feel like if I miss it, it will disappear forever.

Just as the snow melts and turns into water and disappears, it seemed like the same would happen to you.

At this moment, I realized again.

You are my whole world.

“Albert, please say hello.”

“Ah, yes.”

I was startled by the sudden sound of my mother’s voice.

This was because all my attention was focused on Luna, to the point that I forgot to say hello.

When I came to my senses belatedly and widened my vision, I suddenly saw the Duke family members getting off the carriage.

The second daughter, Luna Iris, and the first daughter, Rachel Iris.

And lastly, the head of the family, Dekaron Iris.

There were only three who got off the carriage.

‘The Duchess… .’

Unfortunately I can’t come.

Because I am no longer from this world.

I don’t know the details, but I heard that Luna passed away when she was young.

Anyway, if I delayed greeting him any longer, I might be labeled as being rude.

I immediately bowed my head politely.

“This is Albert David. It’s an honor to meet you.”

“Okay, nice to meet you. I heard a lot of stories.”

Dekaron was smiling kindly.

That smile made me feel better because it seemed like he liked me.

“It is an honor to meet you. My name is Rachel Iris.”

Next was the first lady.

She held the hem of her skirt, spread it left and right, and tilted her upper body.

The face was smiling naturally, but for some reason the smile felt dry.

It was as if he had no interest in today’s work at all.

But I couldn’t express those thoughts outwardly, so I responded with a smile, just like her.

Well, I didn’t come here to talk about myself, so I guess that’s enough.

I decided to just ignore it and move on.

It was true that I didn’t even care about her.

Now it was finally Luna’s turn.

She took a step forward.

thud-.

The distance gets a little closer and my heart starts pounding just by making eye contact.

It was familiar but not familiar.

This was because the current Luna was different from the Luna I knew well.

It felt a little lonely that there was no emotion in those eyes looking at me, but I didn’t really care.

I know her but

Because she doesn’t know me.

Instead, aren’t there still more days to find out?

Even the 10 years of mistreating you will be different in this life.

Calmly closing her eyes, Luna spread the hem of her skirt with both hands and tilted her upper body.

Of course, nothing was said.

But for some reason, a small piece of paper seemed to appear in the air.

[Nice to meet you.]

A piece of paper with this written on it.

After saying goodbye, we moved into the mansion under my father’s guidance.

The two matriarchs walk side by side, followed by Rachel and her mother.

Luna and I, who naturally stood last, also walked side by side.

‘driving me crazy.’

I struggled to look straight ahead.

I wondered if Luna would feel burdened if she looked at it too blatantly.

But perhaps because his heart was already focused on her, his eyes kept following her.

He glanced at me, then turned his head again.

I glanced at it, then turned my head again.

Even though she was obviously worried, Luna steadily looked straight ahead and walked.

That noble appearance was truly charming and heartbreaking.

You must have been treated harsher than this over the past 10 years.

Not only did I not say hello, but sometimes I said things I shouldn’t have said.

Every time that happened, you just bowed your head with a dull expression, but it must have been painful.

Although you are just like an emotionless doll now, the tears you shed for me that day and the look on your face filled with despair were all yours.

That’s why you have to endure.

Just like you did, no matter what moment comes.

I am satisfied as long as I can make you smile at the end.

Maybe it’s my greed.

I saw her cry, but I never saw her smile.

Soon, they had a meal and the marriage talks between the two families began in earnest.

There were delicious seafood and delicacies on the table, but I couldn’t get my hands on them.

It was because Luna was sitting across from me, and I was so nervous that I couldn’t even get the food down my throat.

Appropriate greetings were exchanged, and it was my father who got to the point first.

“I mentioned the engagement in your letter, but have you thought about it?”

“Actually, I didn’t even have to think about it. If it’s a wedding with Duke David, shouldn’t we welcome it with both hands?”

“If that’s the case, I’m glad, but I wonder what the princess involved thinks… .”

Everyone’s eyes turned to Luna at her father’s words.

It was a word that was difficult to hear in marriage conversations between nobles.

For nobles, marriage is a contract, an obligation, and a means of politics.

Therefore, the thoughts of the parties were not very important.

The only cause left is for the sake of the family.

But is it because his father was a commoner?

It seemed like the thoughts of the parties were also considered important.

Of course, my opinions in my past life were ignored, but that was natural karma.

Thanks to that, I was able to meet Luna, so I was just grateful.

Nod-.

Luna’s head slowly moved up and down under everyone’s gaze.

Positive.

He said he would accept the engagement.

Her father, seeing her reaction, smiled kindly and continued speaking.

“I wondered what would happen if the princess didn’t like it, but I’m glad.”

“The person I would be partnering with is so great, how could I not like him?”

When I heard those words, my body flinched for some reason.

The karma of the past pricks my heart.

“But, I wonder what Confucius thinks.”

“I like it too. If there is someone who doesn’t like such a beautiful person, isn’t there something wrong with their eyes?”

I answered without hesitation before everyone’s eyes turned to me.

My face heated up as I realized belatedly that I had said something embarrassing, but there was no doubt that it was sincere and not a single lie.

The Duke seemed quite satisfied with my answer and nodded cheerfully.

Now that the engagement was confirmed, there was talk about the engagement ceremony and marriage.

But nothing reached my ears.

As for the rest, you could do whatever you wanted.

I was just looking at her.

It was nice to be able to look at it a little more comfortably because I was sitting across from him.

As always, she was munching on her food with a dead look on her face.

Could it be that the seat is uncomfortable?

Or maybe it doesn’t suit my taste?

As I thought about that, I suddenly opened my mouth without realizing it.

“Lady, would you like to take a short walk?”

Even after saying it, I was embarrassed.

What on earth was he thinking when he suggested I go for a walk?

I met him for the first time today, and I was worried that he might be feeling burdened for no reason.

Luna’s gaze, which had been focused on the plate, slowly moved up and their eyes met.

Since I had already spit it out, it was a no-brainer to pick it up.

So I decided to just push on.

“Walking. It seems like the seat is uncomfortable for no reason… .”

She seemed to be looking for an answer as she looked at Duke Iris and her older sister, but both of them were so focused on their conversation with their parents that they didn’t notice her gaze.

Eventually, she returned her gaze to its original position and slowly shook her head from side to side.

Why?

Her expression seemed to contain regret.

Even though he obviously didn’t show any emotions like usual.

So I decided to be a little more courageous.

Because you liked taking walks in the garden.

Whenever I got stressed, I would relieve it by walking slowly and looking at flowers.

“That… Sorry for the conversation, but would it be okay if I went for a short walk with the princess?”

Fortunately, the conversation blossomed and the meal came to a close.

So, if you leave now, it won’t be a major violation of etiquette.

“It’s your business, but is it okay if I don’t listen?”

“Yes, it’s okay.”

My father sighed and looked at Duke Iris.

Then Duke Iris nodded slowly.

“Go.”

“Yes, thank you.”

I bowed once to my father and once to Duke Iris, then approached Luna.

Luna looked at me blankly and slowly stood up.

As I take a step, she follows.

So we headed to the garden in the castle.