Chapter 41: Journey of the Villainess
While being completely oblivious to whatever schemes were in Abrielle’s mind, Cedric didn’t like the hunt. It explains why he would rather spend his time fighting a barbarian than be surrounded by a group of power-hungry nobles.
"That’s a nice offer, but the king also delegates his representative, and since the hunt is going to be during winter, I am not sure my wife will be fine with it, considering how vulnerable she is to cold." Cedric wanted to politely decline, using Abrielle as an excuse.
Yes, the Villainess had a weak constitution against cold but dear Abrielle was ready to fight the elements to change her fate.
"I guess that will be a shame..the winter hunt being in the middle of the snow can be cold but it’s a fun social gathering to end the year. " Rudeus said in a sad tone.
Abrielle’s grip on Cedric’s arm tightened, causing him to look down at her, and she was surprised to see her staring at him with glassy eyes and a cute pout.
She was trying to act cute, and without a doubt, Cedric had a strong urge to pull her cheeks, but he still felt the winter hunt was a bad idea.
Duchess Rebecca gave him an ear full about taking care of her only pampered daughter, which he has been doing badly at, but one thing the Duchess repeated was that Abrielle should be kept away from the cold.
As a child during winter, little Abrielle was always indoors close to the fireplace because she easily caught a cold or flu because of her weak constitution. Her parents suspected that was the reason why Abrielle was unable to wield holy power despite being from a holy Nightshade family.
Due to her inability, Abrielle completely lost her right to inherit the duchy, and it was given to her male cousin. If Abrielle was the successor there was no way she would have been married to a noble of higher status like Cedric because she would be the duchess.