Book 6: Chapter 54
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Nier took in a big breath. She looked at his majesty who helped Luna dismount at the church’s entrance. Anger seeped into her mind. If this was just another day, she would’ve gone up to Luna and given it to her. Unfortunately, they were at the wedding venue so she had to maintain a smile even if she was angry.
I helped Luna dismount. Luna looked at me nervously and softly said: “Your majesty! I… I did not know today was your wedding…… Why did you not say so sooner…? If I knew…… If I knew……”
“Does rescuing you conflict with getting married? I’m a little late but… I haven’t caused any delays. I think Nier can understand. Luna, you go and rest first. I’ve already asked the head-maid to help the elves settle down. Freya will handle the stuff that comes after.” I scrubbed Luna’s head and then shook out my cape and headed into the church. I don’t have time to get changed now so I have to wear this simple-casual set of clothes I’ve worn countless times for my wedding.
Mm, it seems there’s some blood on my boots too.
Luna looked at the silhouette of his majesty’s back and dazed out. She pressed her hands to her heart gently. The man in front of her was going to get married. He walked toward the church underneath the bright sunlight with a blissful smile. His loved one was there. There were countless people there giving him their blessings. That was where he belonged.
Despite him appearing before her like a hero last night. Despite him appearing before her heroically and suavely countless times. Despite him protecting her and loving her countless times…… He wasn’t her hero and she wasn’t his princess. She never had his love. Though the kiss they shared under the moonlight was sweet, it was just like a dream under the moonlight. She had his scent in her mouth right now, but how much of it came from his love who was as beautiful as an angel?
Her heart ached…… Despite knowing that she wouldn’t have a future with him from the start. Despite knowing that she had no hope right from the start. Despite telling herself not to fall for him, why did he have to be so gentle with her? Why did he make her as important as Miss Lucia and Miss Nier when he clearly didn’t love her…? Wouldn’t he give her false ideas by doing that? Wouldn’t he give her dreams by doing that?