"Now, let's go back to the castle."
"Yes."
Coming down from Mount Phileak, they returned to the to their permanent residence. Vincent, the butler of the castle, who had welcomed the owner of the estate after a long time, was hectic. When he heard the new that the owner were coming, they swept and wiped the inside and outside of the castle, but it didn't look like he was satisfied. Actually, it was the same with Killian. The castle of the estate was left only to the custodian, so there was no decoration at all, and there was no luxury necessary for the noble's life.
'The castle itself is well maintained, but the interior decoration and furniture are too rough. Edith, how much would she be pleased with the old castle like this?'
Although it is a contemptible family, the level of wealth of Count Riegelhoff was not something to be underestimated. The amount of money the family spent on Edith's clothing was staggering, so there was no way this rough castle caught her eye.
'When I go back to the capital, I'll have to find a good furniture craftsman first. I'll have to look for tapestries and curtains. . . . . As for the others, i should ask her to look for them.'
There was no time to waste, as soon as i received the title soon. He had planned to come down to the estate without hesitation. If it's a place I have to come anyway, it's better to come sooner rather than later to inspect the territory, and I didn't like the fact that there were still problems related to Edith in the duke's house.
'If she gets away from the party or luxurious daily life, would she have a hard time? But what can I do? There are things you have to endure to become a countess.'
Come to think of it, Edith hadn't attended a party since she got married. maybe we'll get along just fine here. If she is having a hard time, i can just send Edith to the capital during the winter.
'Will i be able to do it well?'
There were certainly concerns, but Killian decided to look hopeful for the future. During his stay in Ryzen, he talked deeply with his father about the problems of the estate and the direction he should strive for in the future and returned to the capital. For Killian, it was a time when his heart swelled with the thought of independence. He hadn't even realized that Edith was in the middle of all his thoughts.
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The day of the long-awaited bazaar has dawned. Killian, who went to look around the estate he was going to receive, came back yesterday, but even after he came back, he didn't even show his nose because he had a lot to discuss with the Duke and the Duchess. Well, he's not obligated to report to me, but. . . . . Fortunately, I was also busy completing my embroidery work, so I had no time to regret his absence.
"Are you sure it's really looks okay?"
"Of course, miss. A lot of wives don't have a hobby in embroidery, so this is good enough for them."
Innocent Anna had been struggling with my anxious questions for several days already. It's not like there's anything I can do about it, but I bothered Anna several times to hear the answers 'that okay'. It was because Linan was criticizing this. After that, I made a few more copies and selected only three of the best ones for the bazaar. That was also unremarkable. But all my nerves became calm when the morning bazaar dawned.
'Yeah, well, it's not like you're going to die just because it's not sold?'
This episode is just to show the difference ability between Lizzy and Edith, so there's no risk of her life if something went wrong. I packed three handkerchiefs that I had worked hard to make in my bag and took out my outdoor dress, and put them on. This is also a mended dress she had bought with her when she got married. The light-colored cotton dress, which had removed all the bustle lace, ruffles, and ribbons, was so neat at first glance that it almost looked like a uniform. But at the same time, this dress still had a fresh and cute taste.
'Madame Ruayal is quite skilled.'
I like all the 10 dress I had entrusted them for alterations because the dress were much prettier and looked more natural than what I had asked for. After getting ready to go to the bazaar, Lizzy also came out wearing a gorgeous dress. A lovely outdoor dress with a light sky blue fabric and a pink ribbon really suited Lizzy with blonde hair and blue eyes. I think it'll look like a doll if she wears a bonnet and a sun-shader.
"Uh? Edith! You're so pretty today!"
Lizzy smiled brightly and praised me. Standing next to Lizzy in her colorful appearance. I seemed to be nothing more than like a background, just as i had hoped.
"Lizzy is dazzling today. That dress, I knew it would look good on you."
"The dress is really pretty, isn't it? Mrs. Ruayal is so amazing."
Then Cliff came out and said.
"Mrs. Ruayal's has great skills. But she mean you're pretty. Isn't it like that, Edith?"
"Of course."
I wondered why Cliff appeared, and the duchess looked up at us and said.
"We going to be late. Let's leave first. The Duke and Killian will come later."
Oh. I guess the whole family is going today. I followed behind them, expecting to see Killian today, but then I thought about it and realized that nothing good would happen to me if he showed up.
'I don't think Killian's basic personality changed just because the original story went wrong once. . . . . Even if he came to the bazaar today, Killian probably had a fight with Cliff to buy Lizzy's artwork.'
I climbed into the carriage, hoping that today would pass by without any problems. In the Garden of the Count of Hermenia, where the bazaar was held, the decorative flag was flapping, and cool iced tea and light food were prepared in tents everywhere. I didn't expect much after I came, but when I saw the blue sky, the warm wind, and the joyful appearance of excited people, I also became excited.
"If you brought items for the bazaar, please submit them here!"
When someone shouted, people who brought items went to tent there. I also followed the Duchess and Lizzy, put out three humble handkerchiefs, signed the donation list, and returned. After that, we sit in the tent assigned to us and have a light conversation while drinking a tea. Also, greet those who came to greet the Duchess. The Duchess wore a blue dress that Lizzy had picked out for her when she called the Ruayal dress shop and got praised by the people.
"You look really good in that dress. Did you get a new one?"
"Yes. I called Mrs. Ruayal for the first time in a long time. It's a design chosen by Lizzy. What do you think? Is it okay?"
"Of course! It fits perfectly as if it was designed for ma'am! Miss Lizzy has a great eye!"
As expected, I knew it would be like that. However, it is fortunate that it is not directly compared to the design I chose. Anyway, I couldn't just sit still at this fun event.
"Edith! I heard that the bazaar has begun. Why don't we go look around?"
Just in time,Lizzy also suggested in an excited voice. I was waiting for her to get up, so I nodded lightly to her and started walking around the bazaar event with her.
"Wow..... That's amazing!"
Those who are good at cooking made and donated things such as pecan pies and apple pies and also offered unused jewelry.
A rare item from foreign countries was seen, and high-quality alcohol was also listed.
"Those earrings, aren't they beautiful?"
"That's so cute. Oh! I think someone got that bracelet. There's a ribbon on it."
"I can't believe it's already sold. I think today's bazaar will be very competitive."
Lizzy pointed all over the place excitedly, and I was in a good mood for no reason, so I hung around as if I were friends with her. And Cliff, who follows us as if he were our escort, probably put a ribbon on what Lizzy said was pretty. I had to swallow a moment of embarrassment as I stood in front of the display of our donated artwork. Anna said my handkerchief was good enough, but when I saw a large knitted work or embroidered works with all the complicated techniques, my mouth was wide open. Even Lizzy's shawl work looked ordinary.
'Anna, you liar.'
She was nice, of course, but if I had known it was this much, I would have burned the handkerchief. I quickly took Lizzie away to give Cliff a chance to grab Lizzy's shawl. Not because I'm embarrassed to look at my work, but for the sake of the male lead! Leaving Cliff behind like that, we headed back to the tent, and somehow, we passed by with an unpleasant looking woman with her daughter, or perhaps they a friends looked at us up and down.
'For some reason, I don't feel good. . . . .'
It was a very familiar situation to me who lived in modern times. Like. . . . .it's like a cast of characters waiting for the hero.
"It's been a long time since I've been to the capital, so I can't get used to the social world these days. I can't believe the illegitimate child wandering around the bazaar."
"Mother! be careful what you say. Not just any illegitimate child, but an illegitimate child living as a guest of the Duke of Ludwig. You know how much the Duke and Duchess care for it."
"Really? The Duke and Duchess of Ludwig are very famous people. . . . . Don't you think they keep it as a pet?"
I looked at them with frowning eyes, as they said absurd things, and suddenly I felt Lizzy's hand shaking, so I turned my head. Lizzy's earlobe was red, and her head was looked down. And she held my arm tightly as if I were her lifeline. I suddenly felt a sense of duty to protect the female lead.