Chapter 545
Silence settled as a listener of Theodore’s reaction, for the crown prince only observed the backlash coldly; getting to a frivolous understanding of the man’s reticence.
— ... So this contempt you show is not because of the small scratch I dealt on you while being reckless... going ahead of yourself and watching from closer than the advised distance that one time... It is only a childish grudge, huh? Intriguing for a shadow to own. —
— You have no right to declare such a-! —
— We will not tell. This time. —
Vitor had finally interrupted, aiding his partner in the watch of their master, meeting the eye of the crown prince as he stepped forward to stand between them... for Theodore’s and Zeleskiaz’s animosity was growing dangerously, furthermore for the prince who had been under many emotions making his resolve to waver as if mockingly during these days.
Hence, he who was measured and comfortable in silence, calmly looked into the eyes of Zeleskiaz, letting the prince see the glint of his that were usually unnoticeable under dark hair as he left behind the silence to speak with honourable bluntness.
— We have known from the beginning that you visited our lady at night and very often. Never did we mention a word about this to his grace as nothing ever happened... as it was clear it was innocent to some degree... Yet this is the last time. Orders are to tell it all when it comes to you and Lady Marianne. We will honour our master and will make you honour her... by force if needed. —
It was apparent in Vitor’s gaze that these instructions placed a burden on his spirit. In many ways, he had seen the efforts of a crown prince and was relieved that as he was useless while protecting his unique master a blade much more capable and merciless was yielded by the man asking this favour, confident that whatever may... would never go unpunished... would not go as simple an incident... and would be dealt with unfairness to the doers, a hundred times more terrible than the law would ever allow... but ultimately the most satisfying outcome those who were helpless would look for.
The desperation and sadness, the delight and yearning of the prince and his master’s aura... Vitor had seen it all. Beautifully depicted by his colourful skills. Innocent and even pure while carnal desires were battled by this man, he had even been granted his trust early unlike any would have imagined.
Therefore, it was a burden... for he was now determined to set aside the respect and his knowledge about the crown prince’s sincere care and his soft master’s sweet delight so his duty would not fail the trust of those he served.
— Force will not be needed... This was my last visit. —