Chapter 15

Annie won the favor of the noble ladies through her cool personality and sincere attitude. When she gave a clear answer, laughter blossomed in their meeting.

The noble ladies were secretly hoping to meet more often since they already regularly meet once a month.

At that time, Annie’s purple eyes stopped at one person.

“…”

She carefully observed the one caught grinning quietly across her.

Her fingernails were all worn out, touching only the cooled tea cup, unlike the usual. Her eyes were red, and her face looked more swollen than before.

Annie asked sharply.

“Veriagne, what’s going on?”

“Ah…“

Veriagne, who blinked her red eyes as if surprised, quickly smiled bitterly.

“I can’t fool Annie either.  Um… Actually… The person I met… is having an affair.”

Oh. My. God.

The lady with her mouth wide open managed to swallow her words. If he was the fiancé of Veriagne, he’s probably the second son of the Hardy family.

The second son of the Hardy family was also good-looking, but he was famous for being very polite and caring. But then…?

Veriagne, bowing her head with a concerned expression, spoke in a gloomy voice.

“The other person is the fiance’s childhood friend. They say they’re just friends, but… they drink wine together late at night and spend the night in the mansion…”

Just imagining it, Veriagne’s hand trembled as if the blood was flowing upside down.

She stuttered several times and she told a few more stories. The heartbreaking things, the hurtful words of the fiance, and more.

She seemed a little relieved after talking about it with everyone. Veriagne fiddled with the cup with her hands, where her nails had been worn out and messed up.

“Honestly, rather than him, I’m afraid of something else. If I break up with this person, will I be able to meet other people…”

“Veriagne, meeting people isn’t like making pasta noodles, and it doesn’t mean it’s too late to meet good people, so don’t worry.”

“…”

“Because of that person, it’s better to end it now rather than regret for the rest of your time. It’s all for you.”

When Veriagne wiped her tears and said thank you, Annie comforted her, saying it’s okay. She was still young, and she had plenty of days to live.

As soon as she calmed down, one of the ladies, who was listening quietly, raised her hand.

It was Jetina, the youngest and purest lady at this gathering.

Jetina asked, her blue eyes twinkling.

“Well, Annie. Actually, I have some troubles too.”

“What is it?”

“I have someone I care about these days, but they confuse me so much. I think they like me, and then they don’t…”

From her small lips, all the things that had happened came out. A man she can barely meet, but he never comes to her first.

In addition, she received a simple gift from him, and yet he would vaguely delay his appointment.

Annie, who had been listening, raised her eyebrows.

“Jetina, don’t just meet anyone who makes you ask questions like this.”

“What? Why?”

Annie replied to Jetina, who was crying.

“If you’ve already done as much as you can, keep a distance and watch calmly. Does he approach you or does he push you away?”

“But what if he doesn’t come back?”

“Jetina, if your brother was in your situation, would you recommend such an annoying relationship?”

After a series of questions from Annie, Jetina became mute. She sighed several times and nodded her head.

She knew that it was a difficult relationship, but she just wanted to hear that it was okay.

Jetina, who is more inclined to rely on others than the noble ladies, asked desperately.

“Well, Annie, can I meet that good person?”

“I’m not sure about that, but I’m sure of one thing.”

“Wh-What is it?”

“In your life, you will surely meet someone who will care for you more than that person.”

At Annie’s neat words, Jetina nodded her head vigorously. Annie was as straightforward as she always was, but Jetina liked it because Annie doesn’t lie.

It was no exaggeration to say that she was the brightest woman in Porcaus.

“Really, don’t doubt me.”

“That’s ridiculous. How could I do that to Annie!”

“I’m kidding.”

“Tsk.”

Jetina, who returned to her cheerful self, eagerly changed the subject of the conversation and chatted. It was a common affair for them to visit their favorite restaurant.