She lamented her own naivety, recognizing that she had walked right into Princess Eleanor's trap.
How stupid!
Self-recrimination coursed through her.
"Oh, come now, Lady Runa," Princess Eleanor began, her voice laced with a veneer of feigned innocence.
"Did you truly believe I wouldn't notice your meddling? I had been rather indulgent, you see. Your interference in my relationship with dear Duke Fabian, while not appreciated, I attempted to understand. However, you ventured a bit too far, delving into matters that weren't your concern. Action had to be taken, didn't it?"
Princess Eleanor's explanation was a blend of half-hearted sincerity and sardonic mockery.
Yohana couldn't help but feel that the princess was fully aware of the malevolence in her actions, yet proceeded regardless. She seemed to believe she could escape unscathed.
