
It's like a dream in broad daylight. While in town a few days ago, Eve heard for herself how people called the Duke of Lumiere full of puja. Including himself against the noble lady, confidently pretending to be close to the duke and successfully repelling the lady. But it turns out .. ah, Eve never thought that she really had a blood relationship with the most respected man in town. Oh, what a miracle.
Last night was his last night in the village. Eve decides to stay up late with Margaret while watching the lines of stars in the porch of their house. Their conversation flows smoothly. Margaret also had time to tell some events in the past that some were quite surprising Eve—one of which was Aunt Sese who turned out to be Margaret's most loyal servant.
Eve is amazed by Sese who wants to work hard to live like she was from zero with Margaret. But Eve reluctantly shows her admiration for Sese. The old woman will have a big head.
Eve did not take revenge on Aunt Sese. Really am. She was the best aunt, only she had a spicy mouth like red chili that Uncle Johan had planted in her garden.
And as for Margaret's last words she had pretended to be asleep, Eve heard them all. The reason why the duke was finally willing to accept her as Lumiere's only daughter. After careful thought, Eve knew what she should do after being in the castle.
Eve plans to foil her marriage to whoever's on Brodsway. He then took the power of the Duke of Lumiere. According to him, I do not think like Zachary should be removed so that Margaret and Sese can return with him. Other than Eve, the plan no one knew. Only Eve knew and maybe God knew. So far, he doesn't want to share such an important thing with anyone.
This morning, a village was already saying goodbye. All of her male friends are feeling lost, especially Garlein who promises to meet Eve again someday. Uncle Johan, Aunt Sarah, and other residents were not asked to give memento gifts for Eve. They all love Eve. Although naughty, never once did the blonde girl show a haughty attitude. In fact, the color of blonde hair at that time was a pride for women because the color was usually only owned by elegant nobles.
But their secret is still safe. No one knows who Eve's father really is. Margaret was good at twisting words so that whoever asked about it, they would not get the answer.
The weather today was overcast, just as Eve's mood was afraid of how her fate would be in the future. Hearing the story about the Duke of Lumiere— even though he was recognized, Eve knew that the man must still hate her. Eve hated him, even more.
When the train managed to enter the city that Eve had visited yesterday, the silence of the landscape surrounding the entrance gate slowly broke with the hustle and bustle of the people. Classic multi-storey houses are built on the sides of a street lined with small gardens. The scenery that Eve could only look at with envy was now hers.
The men slowly pulled over as the carriage Eve rode through the sea of humans. The whispers of each other in the air. Ask who the young woman who is now sitting in the Lumiere family's formal car.
The large writing on the side of the gate caught Eve's attention. Carringtown, the name of the capital of Sasania which will soon be his residence is filled with soldiers who pass by to check the people. But they recognized the train Eve was riding. Without checking the contents, they invited Eve and her entourage to enter the capital.
It's all too foreign, like it's not his life anymore. Turning her gaze away from the window, Eve sighed. He could do nothing if now all the attention was on him.
"After becoming the Duke of Lumiere's daughter, forget about your life here. Don't act as you please, even if you want to. Your father's enemies are many, don't let it be because of your behavior that the duke is in trouble."
Eve clenched her hands. If it wasn't for Margaret, she wouldn't be this obedient. After all he would not let the duke's enemies dare to attack that Lumiere ruler through him because Eve herself was also the enemy. Pretending to be submissive, Eve wants to be the enemy in the blanket. When the Duke of Lumiere was busy with his affairs, he would search for a crack and get rid of it mercilessly.
But Eve's ambition didn't seem to be going smoothly after seeing someone she felt familiar with standing in front of the door while folding her hands together. Watching Eve get out of the car and approach her.
Eve looked at him flatly, "It's very brave to behave like this in front of me. Don't you know who I am?" Eve patted her chest full of pride, "Single daughter of the Duke of Lumiere. Now move aside, I'm going in!"
"Don't lie. You're a hit man, right. Or do you want to blackmail my family? Haha, don't pretend, you fox demon!"
"This guy really, really," sizzled Eve as the glaring Beckett remained standing in the doorway. "Surge! Your body is too big to the point that I can't get through. What right do you have to forbid me, huh? At most you're just a coachman's kid here, so don't be so power-mad!"
Based on Garlein's advice yesterday, Eve actually already knew who this person standing before her was. One of Lumiere's sons must have been. But back to the original topic, this is Eve. He really likes to fish a scene.
"The coachman's son you said?" Beckett's anger is mounting. His dislike for Eve grew bigger and might explode. "Did you think you could get into the castle easily, did you?"
"Not really. I'm not really interested in staying here." Eve glanced at the large building with a lazy look. "Ah, stop. Thank you for forbidding me to stay here. At least I have a reason to return to my house that many times is much more convenient."
Eve turned around leaving Beckett flabbergasted. The girl went down the stairs, preparing to re-enter the carriage before a voice interrupted her from afar.
"If you come here for His Grace, then face him right now. Not go away."
Eve glanced at the person who had just spoken so cynically. He had a black mane, and again his face was no less haughty than that of a shoulder-length blonde.
"It's not me who wants to lose responsibility. But that man." Eve pointed to Beckett, "He's the one who's blocking my way."
Ethan shook his head slowly, gesturing to Beckett who finally gave way despite a loud snort. "Quick in before your little body is thrown out of the castle wall."
"That's rude. Looks like I should go home—"
"Beckett won't do it again. Miss, please come in" said Ethan, who was trying to be friendly. He is entrusted with the trust to ensure Eve is in the castle before Zachary returns home. Do not let just because of the annoyance Beckett and his words just now, Eve changed her mind and returned to her home.
Eve smiles triumphantly as she makes her way in and past Beckett. The man was clearly still flying the war flag. Eve is not afraid, instead she considers Beckett as her toy while here.
This is just the beginning. In the later stages, Eve will make sure all her brothers are brought to her knees and they will be completely defeated in the power struggle of the next duke.