Chapter 226: Lonely People
There was no ledger where the raid occurred. Fiona, who was furious at the fact, shook down the broker. Not figuratively, but in a very physical sense. Read the translation on itsladygrey.com.
The knights whispered amongst themselves as they watched the broker being magically shaken like laundry being wrung out, wondering if the truth was that their prince was under the young lady’s control.
In any case, they found out the location of the ledger that way.
The secret ledger was at the broker’s residence.
Sigren ordered some of the soldiers to raid the residence.
He also decided to complete the rescue of the children who were trapped there.
“….”
The children, huddled together, looked up at the busy adults with frightened eyes. Read the translation on itsladygrey.com.
Fiona, bending down, made eye contact with each of the children who had been trapped. “Let’s go home now.”
But none of the children were happy to hear that. “What is home?”
“….” Only then did Fiona remember that all these children were orphans. ‘These children have nowhere to return to.‘
One child suddenly spoke up. “That bearded man said he would find us a home. And a family, too.”
The bearded man referred to the broker.
With a sorrowful expression, Fiona spoke slowly. “Actually, that man was a liar. That’s why we came to catch him.”
Clear disappointment appeared on the children’s faces.
“Then where will we go?”
“Will we never have a family or a home?”
Seeing the children with fearful faces, afraid of being abandoned on the streets again, Fiona thought deeply. “I’m sorry, I… can’t give you assurance that you’ll have a family.”
No matter how young the other party was, she couldn’t give them false hope.
One girl asked again. “Then what?”
Fiona gently stroked the girl’s hair. “Instead, I won’t leave you alone.”
She made eye contact with each child and spoke with a firm tone. “It’s okay to rely on me. You will never have to worry alone like before. I promise you that.”
“….”
“Really?”
“Of course. I will never leave you, any of you, alone.”
For some reason, a few of the children started to sob. The crying slowly spread among the children. They were so relieved at the thought of not being alone that they burst into tears. Read the translation on itsladygrey.com.
Fiona realized that these children were truly starved for affection. Somehow, the childhood of the “Real Fiona,” who had become darkness, came to her mind. During the time she had lost her memories, that painful childhood memories would often appear in her dreams.
Fiona said the words she always wanted to say to the children while she was in her dreams, “I hope you won’t feel lonely in the future.”
Fiona sincerely wished that for them as she hugged each child. A boy rubbed his cheek against her shoulder, and a girl burst into tears even louder.
“….” The few remaining knights were moved to tears, their eyes turning red. Even Kane Erez sniffled.
“Sniff… Your Highness, you have truly met a wonderful person as your partner…”
“I know, so you don’t need to say it.”
“This is such a touching scene, sniff, please show some emotion…”
“Don’t lean on me.” Sigren had responded curtly to Kane, staring ahead. Read the translation on itsladygrey.com.
“….”
Sigren gazed at Fiona. The woman he loved most in this world was so beautiful and radiant. She was always lovely and kind. Because of that, Sigren had no choice but to face again the anxiety he had long tried to ignore. The fact that someday, Fiona might sacrifice herself for the sake of many people or someone unfortunate.
‘I hope that day never comes.’
No, even if that day were to come, he would risk his life to prevent it. For his life had no meaning in a world without her.
“Sigren, come here!”
“…I’m coming, Fiona.”
With these somber thoughts, Sigren approached Fiona, who was gesturing for him to come over. Read the translation on itsladygrey.com.
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After the situation was resolved, I faced Sigren in the room.
“I’m innocent.”
“I didn’t say anything, Fiona.”
He was right.
Sigren hadn’t said anything. Even though he heard something like Karl’s confession in front of him!
In fact, while taking care of the children, I couldn’t stop thinking about Sigren. He was so calm it was almost scary. Was it the calm before the storm?
“…Aren’t you mad?”
Sigren chuckled. “What do you think?”
Of course, he would be mad. I’d be mad too if another woman confessed to Sigren right in front of me. “Maybe Karl… just said it as a sign of friendship?”
“I hope so too.”
“Sigren, don’t just smile, say something…”
It was scarier because he didn’t appear jealous like usual. Read the translation on itsladygrey.com.
Then Sigren pulled me close and kissed me lightly on the forehead. “Don’t worry, Fiona. I’m not mad. I’ve just been thinking about something.”
“What is it?”
“Curious about what I’ve been thinking?” Sigren spoke with a sly expression.
“Of course!” I nodded vigorously. I stared at Sigren intently, worried he might be thinking about breaking up or something like that.
“…”
Sigren brushed my hair behind my ear and smiled faintly. Then he whispered in my ear.
“I’ve been thinking… how about we get married?” Read the translation on itsladygrey.com.
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