TriNovel Chapter 130
Chapter 130
Chapter 130
“Today is the gift presentation ceremony.”
“Isn’t the actual birthday tomorrow though?” for new novels
“Well, it’s a week-long celebration. Does it really matter when he was born?”
“I guess not.”
Listening to the chatter from both sides, Cairn tore into his meat.
Siblings that resembled yet not resembled each other enjoyed a peaceful moment. For a house that had supposedly been torn apart, it was surprisingly peaceful.
“Anyway, in our family, the eldest represents us, right?”
“That’s right. So, Violet, can I make one request?”
“Huh? What is it?”
“I want to send a painting of yours as a gift.”
“Why?”
“Actually, I already sent it.”
“What?”
“I had no choice. The Crown Prince specifically asked for it. We’re just a ducal house, after all.”
“What?”
“It just happened...”
Violet, who had never once disrupted any meal in favor of maintaining decorum, dropped her spoon.
Cairn clicked his tongue next to her.
‘Tsk, tsk. He pretends to be clever all by himself, but he’s the one digging his own grave like this.’
As Roen skillfully dug his own grave while pretending to be smart, he didn’t even seem to realize that there was a problem with his actions.
“But I chose the best one. It’s one of the smallest paintings.”
“So, you sent one without even asking for my permission?”
“Umm? Well, that painting is one of your works....”
“Ha. No, never mind. It’s fine.”
“...Sorry?”
“I was being rude. I hope you enjoy the rest of your breakfast.”
“Yes?”
“I’d like that outfit for today’s outing.”
“This outfit?”
“Yes, that outfit. I think I’ll have some fruit for dessert, so could you call the others?”
“Oh, of course!”
Instead, she decided to rebel in a small way. Mary, who was quick-witted, ran off briskly.
* * *
On the second day of the ball, Aldin announced his absence due to an incident with the chivalric order. Violet responded with a letter telling him it was okay.
If it were Aldin, he would likely be in anguish.
“Is there really a problem with the knight order?”
Violet briefly pondered whether Aldin might be doing this intentionally to avoid her. Either way, she didn’t think too deeply about it.
Cairn, on the other hand, boldly requested her company after his absence the previous day. His confident attitude, as if he thought he had a chance since there was an incident involving Roen during the day, was truly audacious.
Of course, Violet declined.
Roen, on the other hand, naturally assumed that he would be her partner. But Violet treated Roen as if he were one of the furniture.
Ignored for the first time in a while, Roen froze up.
Violet confidently entered the ballroom alone, without a partner. Her demeanor alone was enough to make people talk, but those who saw her couldn’t even find fault with her.
“Oh my goodness, what...”
“What, what in the world is that?”
It wasn’t uncommon for a woman to enter the ballroom without an escort. There were always some who couldn’t find a male partner to accompany them. They often became the subject of ridicule.
So, what about Violet S. Everett now?
“What on earth is that, for a woman to...!”
Someone exclaimed in anger. He was a middle-aged nobleman who had praised Violet just yesterday.
Lady Violet carried herself in a nonchalant air, as if she had nothing to be ashamed of, even as she was wearing pants instead of a dress.
Seeing a noblewoman in pants left everyone speechless. The silence was brief, and in an instant, the banquet hall buzzed with commotion.
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