Chapter 358
The hand of the Prince took hers offering his limb to walk the lady. And even though Theressa’s demeanour became downcast, keeping her composure barely in line before the man... made Marianne hesitate. Yet, her hand eventually allowed itself to accept his offer, glancing at the younger sibling to slide her hand and take her limb so she would walk alongside her.
’Don’t stay depressed. Keep acting shamelessly... at least to hide it.’ — The child secretly told her sibling, displeased with having to aid her even while aware her intentions were underhanded.
"!... Ah, Sister Marianne are we going together?"
’Urgh... Don’t try acting cute, though. It doesn’t have the effect it miraculously had one time.’ — Already uncomfortable by the easy change in Theressa after linking arms with her, Marianne felt immediate regret; for the sibling was adamant on taking advantage, even if appreciative of the child’s care...
’Sister is gentle, although mother says otherwise...’ — Receiving a graceful blink from Marianne, Theressa contemplated, smiling wider to catch sight of the Prince on the other side. — "It is truly kind of his highness to escort us. Furthermore, you are able to make conversation with Sister Marianne, who sadly cannot speak."
’...’
"Make conversation?"
"! Yes! As you know she has no voice. It is admirable the prince can talk to her even under these difficulties."
"..."
"Anyone can make conversation with the lady if they desire so. This comment... it could make one think no words are exchanged between you and my lady, for it sounds as if it is an odd achievement to start a conversation with her... of course, if one did not know you two are siblings, that is."
"Uh? O-of course that is not the case. Sister is indeed... huh... easy to talk to."
"She is."