Chapter 333 - Compete fairly

But for Lyn, it was most likely the opposite. It probably meant for her that he didn't care about her too much. On the other hand, Rhys is always getting angry at her when she puts herself in dangerous situations. Could it be for Lyn, she feels Rhys love for her more?

…

When Kazuya woke up the next morning and noticed that the girl was no longer in his arms. He frowned, where did she go? He groggily stood up and made his way out of the room.

Lyn was in the kitchen; she was scooping up what looked like miso soup from a pot. "...What are you doing, Lyn?"

"Ah," Lyn whipped her head in his direction. "Kazuya, good morning! I'm cooking."

"Eastern food? When did you learn?"

"Uh, I've been reading some of the books in Rhys study. The letters are a bit complicated, but I think I managed to get the hang of it since I translated it."

"And the ingredients?"

"I went shopping, and I found some similar things."

She went shopping? Last night she was poisoned heavily — what a careless woman. Kazuya walked over and bent down to gently kiss her lips. "Good morning, Lyn."

Lyn laughed happily, "Un. Good morning." She reached over and fiddled with his hair. "You have bed hair, Kazuya; you have to fix it."

"Where's Rhys?"

"Ah, I was going to ask you to. He isn't back yet. I'm a bit worried. Do you know where he went?"

"He's …" Kazuya recalled their last exchange yesterday, "...speaking with your master."

"Hmm, then I guess we should head over to Junlan church first," Lyn nodded.

"Huh, what happened to visiting the other nobles?"

"I just think this is in your best interest too."

Kazuya didn't ask any more questions and brushed his hands against her cheek. "What about the poison? Shouldn't you rest more," he mumbled. He knew the side effects of the poison very well. Even though Lyn took the antidote, her body should still be in pain.

"If I'm in the church, they will make me rest anyway. So it's nothing to worry about."

"I see."

"There is also something I need to talk to you about. Yesterday, uh, with Rhys. I'm very sorry. I should have waited for you. It must have been unpleasant for you."

"..."

"I understand it was completely unreasonable. Even if I was poisoned, I shouldn't have let him do that to me."

"Lyn, do you not like him? Please be honest with me."

At that comment, Lyn blinked, surprised. She took a long exhale, "It's got nothing to do with that, really. But since you're asking, I'll answer you."

...

That caught even him off, guard. Lyn gave him that kind of answer. Well, he supposes all of this is too overwhelming for her. Right now, Lyn has a lot of things to weigh on her shoulders. Dealing with a romantic squabble is the last thing she needs. Maybe he should not speak to Rhys about that just yet. No, Kazuya shook his head. He needs to sort this out with him as quickly as possible. He did not bother knocking and entered the room. Rhys was heavily doing it with a woman.

Kazuya coughed to earn his attention, "Rhys, we ought to head out. Unfortunately, I don't know the way to the church."

Rhys looked up, "Yeah. Alright." Rhys bent down and said a few things to the woman who laughed. She quickly dr.a.p.ed her body with the blanket and walked out of the room.

"Lyn missed you at breakfast; she even saved you some food."

"Liar," Rhys mumbled as he slipped his remaining clothing on.

Kazuya sighed, "If you like her, I won't stop you anymore."

"Huh?"

"You've been holding back because of me... " Kazuya muttered. "This whole thing is stupid. Both of us are getting distracted like this."

At that comment, Rhys laughed, "Indeed, the elders are going to scold not just you but me."

"I'll head on home alone. You stay behind here."

"You sure? I'll make a move if you're gone."

Kazuya sighed, "I'd rather you do it openly, then sneak around and me walking into it…" the sight from yesterday disturbed him greatly.

"Your talking about yesterday," Rhys nodded in understanding. "I was only trying to get the poison from her. Look, Kazuya, don't think about it too much. You've already slept with her. It's not like I can use the same means as I did before to catch her off guard. She won't get as embarrassed as before since she's already done it with you."

"You need to stop being my friend. At least when it concerns Lyn. I'm serious about her, but you are too. Stop holding back, it's frustrating."

While Kazuya can't deny his jealousy, watching Rhys tear himself up like this is even more frustrating for him. He loves Lyn, but Rhys is his best friend. He can't just allow himself to be happy at the expense of his friend.

"You want us to compete for her fairly?"

"Yes."

Rhys sighed, "What an idiot." he cursed. "Fine, have it your way. But just so you know, even if the seducing method doesn't work well anymore. I'll still do it."

…..

"Rhys!!! Good morning!" Lyn beamed.

"I'm hungry."

"Ah, I saved you food. Eat along the way."

Rhys bent down and whispered in Lyn's ear, "Thanks."

"Your welcome!"

This is better for him. Right now, he can't say that he's good enough for Lyn. He can't even protect her from her sister. All he can do is idly stand by. The moment he makes a move, his own life will be in danger. Kazuya doesn't value his life, but his gaze fell on the cheerful Lyn. It's different now, like her - he has a reason to live. However, he recalled Princess Lethia's words at the last conference. That woman isn't hesitating to voice her displeasure regarding revealing Lyn's identity.

Since none of the board members know Lyn, all they can do is listen to a relative. Those people are saying all sorts of twisted things about Lyn.

At least if anything were to happen to him, he could be sure that there is still somebody here. "You're wearing so little. I know you want to seduce me. But not now."

"Who wants to do that, idiot!"

Rhys laughed and put his muffler around Lyn, "Wear this, and," Rhys took out some gloves and put it on the girls' hands. "This too."

Lyn looked at the items with great interest, "Are these new?"

"I got them for you. Do you like it?"

"Very much! Thank you."

Damn that, Rhys. He did permit him to be honest with his feelings. But when on earth did he have time to buy those things? Lyn doesn't like material goods. However, if you buy her something she likes then… His thoughts broke when Lyn approached him, she grabbed hold of his hands. "Kazuya? Do I look pretty."

With the new coat, Rhys gave her, scarf and gloves. Kazuya had to admit that Lyn looked cuter than normal. "You look cute."

"Aha, thank you."

Before Kazuya could say anything else, he feels an eerie presence from behind them. He pulled Lyn into his arms. Kazuya only saw a cloaked figure.

But Rhys sighed, "Arthur, why do you always like to scare people?"

Sheepish laughter appeared, and Kazuya turned to see the person remove the cloak.

"Arthur? Why did you follow me?"

"Uh, I thought you could use some help."

Lyn, however, shook her head, "You should have shown yourself at the mansion. "

"Busted." For somebody who just got caught, Arthurs's smile was bright.

"If you're going to Junlan church with us, then we can negotiate your head just in case they try to harm us," Rhys nodded.

"Don't just use me as bait!"

And here comes another one. He really does have to work harder to ensure that Lyn stays with him.