The Book Of Flowers

Second Dance

"They want to visit Thyme's castle..."

"Then, what's your answer?"

"... How can I refuse, Vain...?"

Aahs...

Those people are troublesome. And this child cannot be expected to socialize

Yes already. What happened has happened. I'd better prepare their schedule

Tomorrow's the dance schedule for the Hortensian nobility, so they can come the day after tomorrow, or the day after

There's plenty of time. And since Verdea could not resist, inevitably we had to prepare his place

I was also curious about what young people from the human race were doing. I hope I can get something worth noting

...

And also...

Can you stop staring here, girls?

Remina is scared. You guys have nothing to do but look at her as if you want to get rid of this little girl?

It seemed, Remina still had a fear of humans, especially nobles. His condition was already milder than before, but that fear still had to be overcome

"It's okay. They've turned away" I convinced him

Remina nodded, even though she was still hiding behind me

"... You've faced monsters and participated in the infiltration. But you're afraid of the girls who stare at you?" Verdea commented to melt the atmosphere

"This and that are different. You won't understand"

...

"sorry. I'm late..."

Verdea was silent no longer talking, afraid of making Remina even more uncomfortable

The situation was awkward because of that. In the middle of the room that was running the public dance, our situation looked very strange and might be able to invite the other eye here

I better melt the atmosphere too

"What if we look for something else? They steal food"

Verdea immediately anticipated my words

"Rubber, right! There must be a lot of food here that we can take home. Then..."

'If we like it, we'll force Ivor to cook it', that's what's on our minds compactly

"I have a little feeling that this isn't going to go well..." Remina commented, aware of our evil smile

And what he said was so true!

But no worse than what would happen because of the actions of the person who was clearly approaching us now

The one who made us all instantly alert was as if he was looking at an enemy

"Don't do that. I came here to greet you, but you showed me that upset face"

You think I'm upset? Guess a little further, Rosalia...

They also intended to leave me alone with him, and it was very visible. It's a good thing Verdea can stay here because Rosalia wants him

Don't expect you to run too, Veri. Remina was just lucky...

Well, at least Rosalia didn't take anyone with her except her sister and mother. I don't care if it's just them, so I can freely talk to this one person

"If you have any business, say it immediately. I don't have much time" I told him

"Is that so? It's not that you just stood up earlier while watching everyone"

Don't you like that too??

"I'm sorry I'm not clear, but I don't have much time, at least for you" I replied

"That's better. At least being honest is one good behavior"

"Talking good, you didn't even greet me with greetings, princess"

Rosalia just chuckled from behind her fan to respond to me. Then, his eyes were turned in another direction

More precisely, towards Verdea

"... Do you know that the dance for the guests has already begun? None of your sides want to come?" Rosalia asked

No matter how much I wanted to dance with Ordelia in this place, I also had the intention to not stand out too much. And the reason is clear why

Too many eyes. Although some of them are allies, one of their side must have a malicious eye on my side. I haven't even discussed people who are still aggressive to us

Even standing at the end of the room has invited many eyes towards us, let alone dance

"I have to reject it. I'm also sure that Verdea has had enough of the anxiety of having to dance in front of everyone" I replied

But Rosalia doesn't care about me. His eyes remained fixed on Verdea who was still silent and looked back at him sharply

Verdea glanced at me slightly, a sign asking what she should do for the situation

I just answered with my gaze as if to say, just refuse what he wants to throw at you right now

Verdea looked back at her brother sharply

"I'm sorry, but I haven't enjoyed the food in this place. Also, isn't my first dance enough entertainment?" Verdea answered

Rosalia also closed her eyes, as the sound of sighing was heard from behind her fan which was then closed

"You misunderstood. I intend to ask you to dance with me for your second dance, Verdea"

His words shocked me half to death, so I couldn't even imagine what Verdea was expressing hearing him

"Why? Did one of the sisters dance with her sister who was celebrating a party for her?"

That answer did not satisfy us at all. I'm still confused as to why he asked Verdea for it

However, his next words made his intentions clearer

"Spending time with your brother once in a while won't make it a waste"

...

Spending time hm?

Most likely he wants to talk to Verdea about something. He also said that he would not waste time

I glanced at Verdea now, as she stared intently at her brother. However, he seemed to have understood what the intention was behind the words without me telling him

"alright. It's best not to take too long either" Verdea replied

Rosalia smiled as she glanced at me for permission

"No need to ask me. If Verdea wants to, we'll leave this place now"

You seem to want to make the impression that I alone have power over Verdea. You tried to pull a dagger back at me

Verdea asked for her brother's hand, which did not take long to receive. The two of them started walking to the center of the room, making everyone who was dancing and the musicians stop instantly

And with the position already attached, the new music began to sound as everyone stared in amazement at the sister pair

...

I'd better stay close to Luna. I hope Remina is okay for leaving us

......................

"So, what do you want to talk about?" Verdea asked

"Well? My sister is sharp as well apparently" Rosalia commented

Due to that insignificant comment, Verdea intended to step on Rosalia's foot, but was avoided very gracefully

"Alright, alright. I just wanted to ask you some unimportant questions" Rosalia replied

"It's not important, let me decide" Verdea replied

Rosalia was impressed by her sister's attitude

"You're a big boy, aren't you? What have you eaten to be taller than me now?" Rosalia started her question with something that no longer mattered

"Some healthy food and a little exercise. Your smart self knows how to get taller, right?"

"It's a shame I can't practice it. The queen mother won't be happy with my posture that doesn't look slim later"

"There's no point in you saying that. You yourself have kept them in your hands for a long time"

"Your words are right and wrong"

"... Wrong from where?"

"You know, who do I mean by the queen mother, my sister?"

...

"Don't know, did you? Then I'd better shut up"

"Marianne Gold"

...

The two of them fell silent because of Verdea's instantaneous reply. Rosalia kept trying to dance without seeming to mess with the rhythm very shrewdly, matching Verdea who was still focused and moving as if it was natural

"I heard that you were close to him. So don't try to dodge" Verdea said again

"... I seem to have underestimated you for a long time. You're just as smart as your mother"

"... I heard that you-" too"

"- Killing him with poison in his teacup? Isn't she?"

Verdea flinched, before nodding lightly with a doubtful feeling, making Rosalia sigh in silence to anyone other than Verdea

"... Everyone thinks so. Even I did, until I always blamed myself" Rosalia explained

"... You don't seem to blame yourself. But I can't believe you did it"

"Haha...! That's what I want to hear from someone. Too bad no one believes, not even our beloved father"

"... What is your intention to talk about this?"

Rosalia smiled, almost grinning, hearing Verdea's question

He looked for an opportunity to bring his lips closer to Verdea's ears, in the middle of the dance. And when he got it, he didn't waste the opportunity

"If you're curious, I'll tell you everything about the hidden truth, slowly...

But let's start with your mother" she whispered softly

Verdea's eyes widened, as Rosalia seemed impressed by her reaction

The dance ended, with Verdea stunned and almost messing up her last pose

Almost screwed up, as screwed up as his mind is right now

He greeted quickly, before leaving Rosalia as soon as possible

Something she asked me to watch her from earlier, made me and Luna a little surprised

"Dance, Luna. Tell the others we have to go home"

He asked for it while Rosalia looked satisfied and had finished what she wanted to do