The Return of the Female Knight

CHAPTER 83

Carlisle wanted to buy the rest of the design including the concept, but Elena managed to stop it. All five dresses were purchased. Elena had mixed feelings as she scanned Madame Mitchell's overjoyed face.

"Please visit again. ”

He leaves them with a friendly farewell, and the three eventually emerge from Anco's Tailor. Mirabelle had a distant look, as if she was still recovering from her experience in the store.

"So, you're going to pick one of those five dresses for your wedding day?"

"Yes I will . ”

Elena nodded. They had already bought this much, and there was no need for further purchases. Carlisle interrupted.

“No need to rush with your decision. Let's look at everything else and you can choose what you like. ”

Elena was puzzled to see Carlisle talking casually even after this massive purchase.

"Are you really going to buy as much as you can from other stores?"

"If you think it suits you. It doesn't have to be for the wedding day. Consider it a personal gift from me to you. ”

Wedding dresses are much more expensive than other dresses, and are more likely to be worn on the wedding day rather than a ball or party. Although all noble ladies dream of bespoke wedding dresses, the prices are high as few shops can make them.

However Carlisle casually invited her to see more after buying five of them. No matter how much Elena grew as a noble daughter, this level of wealth was foreign to her. Elena put her hand on her forehead.

“... There is only one wedding, but there are too many wedding dresses. ”

“We can have some remarriage if you want. ”

"It's not like that . “

“I want to buy anything for my bride. Don't you like that? "

"…!"

For a moment, Elena was unable to find her words. He never expected sweet comments from her. Mirabelle, who was standing with the two of them, looked at them enviously as the surrounding atmosphere became warm and a flush crept on Elena's cheek.

"I appreciate your words, but this is too much. I will be seen as a crown princess who spends a lot of money. ”

It is not a matter of frugality, as excessive waste can cause problems. In fact, rejecting Carlisle was his way of protecting his family. If possible, he was determined to contribute to the Ruford Empire, not drain it. Carlisle smiled.

“First, it doesn't matter what gift I give you for being bought with my personal wealth. Second, the Empire's finances were not so strained that it caused a ruin under this kind of luxury. And third … "

The strange heat deepened in Carlisle's blue eyes.

“I don't want you to leave me because you're used to this luxury. ”

Elena's eyes widened. It sounded like if he could buy his heart, he would pay whatever the price. For a moment, the couple stared at each other in silence. Mirabelle.

"Emmm. ”

Elena regained her senses and looked at her sister, who looked somewhat embarrassed.

"I'm sorry to interrupt, but I think five dresses is enough. In some situations, simply replacing jewelry or lace with more valuable materials is enough to change the appearance. I can discuss it more with Mrs Mitchell. ”

Elena nodded. She was not very interested in dresses or jewelry and did not have much knowledge in the field, and she did not want to disturb Mirabelle. And so far, her sister has done such a good job that there is no reason to interfere.

"I'll do what you say. ”

Carlisle finally gave up.

"In that case, if you need anything, please contact me. ”

“Yes, brother-in-law. ”

Mirabelle had no intention of rejecting Carlisle's offer. When Elena glared at him, she stuck out her tongue.

"And I'll take the opportunity to make an exclusive contract with Anco to see if we can buy more dresses at a lower price. ”

Elena looked surprised by the proposal.

"What do you mean?"

“When you become the crown princess, your clothes will become the discussion of the upper class society. I'll talk to Mrs Mitchell about it. ”

“Yes, in this case, I am happy. ”

Mirabelle turned to Carlisle this time.

“When the wedding dress is decided, you should be suitable for your suit too. ”

"Of course . ”

He finally finished talking to the two of them and stepped back.

"Then I'll go back to Blaise's house first. ”

He'll leave them both. Elena refuses to send Mirabelle home alone.

"No, you don't have to–"

“You've been so busy preparing for the wedding, you haven't been able to spend time with the Prince. You two should have fun on a day like this! ”

Mirabelle smiled and moved, and Carlisle responded in a friendly manner.

"I'll see you next time. ”

“Yes, brother-in-law! I'll call you again! “

Before Elena could say anything more, Mirabelle quickly moved onto Blaise's carriage. Elena looked at Mirabelle's retreating back, knowing there was no point in stopping her. Carlisle then turned to Elena and spoke in a soft voice.

“Your brother suddenly thinks business. ”

He had never thought of Mirabelle that way, and Carlisle's judgment surprised him.

"Is that so?"

“If he runs a business, I will invest in him. I feel like I will never lose. ”

Elena was constantly worried about Mirabelle managing the Blaise household, but it was true that Mirabelle exceeded her expectations in handling the wedding planning. But in Elena's eyes, her sister still looked so gentle that a gust of wind could carry her.

“But business is hard. I don't want Mirabelle to do that. I want him to have a wonderful life. ”

Even if there was thousands or tens of thousands of blood on Elena's hands, she wanted to make Mirabelle happy without her knowing anything. Elena considers her entire family valuable, but she protects Mirabelle the most. If Mirabelle could walk along the bright and warm path in the sun, Elena was content to stay in the shadows of the night. He would never let Mirabelle die before him in this life.

Elena stared dejectedly at the direction Mirabelle looked at as–

Seueug–

Carlisle's hand twisted Elena's chin towards her. He stared with a dissatisfied look at what he was wearing.

"You look over there. ”

"… Hm?"

"I was so envious that I could barely see properly. ”

Elena tried to ask him what he meant, but before he could do so, Carlisle took her hand and pulled her somewhere else.

"What are you doing? Where are we going all of a sudden? ”

“Anywhere. Where you can focus on me. ”

Elena could not help but smile at the place where Carlisle had taken her as well. Sometimes he wished he could see what was inside his head. Elena admired the river as it flowed quietly past them.

"What are we doing here?"

Right now, the two were sitting on a small boat. The setting sun created an extremely beautiful scene around them, but he could not help but wonder the reason for this location, and looked towards Carlisle.

"I told you . We go to a place where you can only focus on me. ”

“Is that why we're really here? Because there's something important that no one else should hear? ”

Elena looked at him expectantly. They were the only two people on this ship. It was the optimal place for them to have secret conversations with each other, as all of Carlisle's guards were watching from the bank.

"Not everything . I just want us to be alone. ”

"Sometimes I wonder what you think …"

"Ask me . ”

"…What?"

"If you have any questions, ask me anything. I'll be honest with you. ”

He immediately could not think of anything to say, and simply looked at her in front of him. The sun slowly sank behind Carlisle, spectacular shades of red creeping into the sky. It was then that Elena truly realized that there was no one else around, and that they existed alone. Perhaps that was why the quiet sound of the river made his heart shiver. Elena finally opened her mouth to speak.

"What ...what are you thinking now?"

“I'm thinking of staying in a place like this. ”

"This? What do you like about that?"

Carlisle's eyes blinked. He placed one hand on his lap and placed his chin on the other.

"It's small . ”

"…?"

“It was small enough that there was no room to escape or search anywhere else. ”

“... Sounds a bit strange. ”

"How do you interpret it?"

"That's it…"

Elena glanced at Carlisle as she spoke slowly.

"… You want to lock something?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Carlisle let out an unusual burst of laughter. He looked so excited that Elena's eyes widened.

“Your answer is always beyond my imagination. Sometimes I want to know what's inside your head. “

Well, it sounded like it was in Elena's ears. A small space where people can't run or take their eyes off. Elena felt uneasy when she said that. Carlisle continued with a smile on his face.

"But you're wrong. I wouldn't do that, but since I'm a bit greedy, I want to get everything. ”

Whahuh?

“Therefore I will wait. Until it reaches my heart far ahead. ”

What is the truth …

He looked at Carlisle, confused.

"I don't understand what you mean. What do you want so much that you will wait until then? "

Carlisle would answer, but then hesitated. This was the first time Elena had seen him like this.

"Why is he hesitating?"

Carlisle smiled faintly and continued.

"I can't say it. Maybe running. ”

"…?"

“If I said those words, it would probably reject me. But as you know, I am a greedy person.

Elena looked at him with a dissatisfied expression.

"You said you would honestly answer my question. Why did you stop when I was curious? ”

“I'm honest that I can't tell you. ”

Elena was flabbergasted by her answer. He didn't think being honest meant not revealing any secrets, and it was only right to tell him what they were. Despite Elena's annoyed expression, Carlisle continued in a good mood.

“If you really want to know, think again and guess the answer. What do I really want? ”

"… wait. ”

This situation felt similar when Carlisle was unwilling to tell her about their past. Elena pondered the words she had just spoken with Carlisle. Something he wants to keep. But it might run away if he spoke. Most likely it was a creature that could move with its own will. Elena thought long and hard, then widened her eyes in consciousness.

"… Don't tell me. ”

Carlisle's face stiffened.

"Whatis that? Was my guess wrong? "

Before he finished, Carlisle doubled down and laughed.

"Whatis that? Was my guess wrong? "

"No no . Your imagination is much richer than I thought. ”

“Then what is it? Tell me . ”

Although Elena protested repeatedly, Carlisle could not stop laughing. Soon the red rays of the sun fell behind them. In anyone's eyes, they looked like the perfect pair of lovers.

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Michael is distressed by the fact that Mirabelle and Elena are still absent from Blaise's home. Elena had just chosen lavender flowers to decorate Belluette Square, but the florist had just told her that they could not provide them. And that's just the beginning.

Several other stores had contacted them, informing him that they were suddenly unable to provide their services. Soon after, a fancy mask and a letter were sent to Michael. It was sent back from Redfield, the Second Prince of the Imperial Family. The eyes of the imperial courier felt colder than when he first sent the letter in Blaise's house.

“Please pass this on to Lady Blaise. And tell him that the Second Prince insists on his appearance. ”

Michael looked at the mask and the letter with trembling eyes. No one has to explain to him what happened here. Redfield must be behind this sabotage.

'…Gadishu . '

It was unclear if Elena would change her mind and accept the invitation. It's entirely up to him.