Marriage With A Suspiciously Demure Husband - Chapter 24
Translator and Editor: Nana and Nabi
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Chapter 24
“I-If there was a mistake, I’ll redo them. I apologize for the inconvenience.”
Sid muttered in a hushed voice.
“Stop making noise and hand them over.”
As Kairos responded in a subdued tone, Sid closed his eyes tightly and approached, holding the papers in both hands. Eventually, the documents found their way into his lord’s grasp.
Taking a step back, he prayed to any divine beings for a safe outcome, fervently repeating his prayers.
One minute felt like an hour.
Curiously, during moments when Kairos’ mood was low, Sid would frequently conjure images of an ambiance tainted by darkness, as if shadows were growing deeper or an unexplainable scent of burning hung in the air.
Yet, as soon as Kairos regained his equilibrium, everything would promptly revert to its usual state.
Once again, Sid shook his head to dispel these illusions. However, all of a sudden, Kairos let out a chilling chuckle, causing him to tense up and swallow hard.
“Why do fearless wretches keep emerging no matter how many are removed?”
“….”
“Why has this one not been dealt with yet?”
“Yes?”
When Kairos disposed of the papers as if they were mere rubbish and stood up, he took a hesitant step back. It was at that moment when the previously silent communication device began to twinkle and gleam.
Both Kairos and Sid remained frozen like statues as if transformed into ice.
“….”
“….”
As if prompted by a pact, Sid held his breath while Kairos quelled his intense energy. Then, as if exhaling the held breath, he touched the communication device.
—Noah?
The voice, clear enough to cut through the air, resonated within the substantial confines of the office.
It was Hazel.
“Hazel.”
—Right, my husband!
When Kairos’ summons was met with a cheerful voice, Sid felt a refreshing sensation akin to a waterfall cascading down his back.
He was alive… The divine seemed within proximity.
Seizing the opportunity, he swiftly picked up the scattered papers and concealed them behind his back.
“Have you just woke up?”
The voice, as if asking, ‘When was the last time you ccalledme,’ was tinged with darkness that dissipated like a velvety cream melting.
Curiously, the tone didn’t seem to belong to Hazel for an extended period.
—Just a while ago! Noah has also woken up! Did you sleep well? I fell asleep immediately yesterday due to exhaustion. Were you waiting?
Unbeknownst to him, Kairos, with a sense of languor, leaned back against his chair, crossing his legs. He then glanced at Sid without words, motioning him to leave.
“My wife failed to honor your promise, so I was unaware that morning had already come.”
—Oh…
Following this, a sigh filled with remorse resonated from the communication device. Subsequently, Hazel’s voice returned.
—What should I do? You waited for so long. You must rest well. What should I do, really?
The corners of Kairos’ mouth curled slightly.
Sid, though a chill crept down his spine due to the sudden change in his lord’s tone, decided to bow respectfully and hurriedly exited the room. As he left, he didn’t forget to express his gratitude towards the unseen Hazel.
As the door closed with a soft thud, Kairos finally spoke. His voice carried a trace of weariness.
“It might be better if you informed the lady that you wished to see her.”
At this, a small laughter echoed from beyond the communication device. Simultaneously, Kairos’ mood seemed to improve gradually.
—I wish to see you, Noah.
“….”
Despite hearing what he desired, Kairos remained silent. Without a reply, a faint murmur emanated from the other end of the communication device.
“….”
It seemed as if she found it weird and wondered why there was no response. It was only after a while that Hazel’s voice returned, accompanied by soft laughter.
—My beloved husband, I want to see you so much.
“I see.”
Upon this, she let out a soft chuckle. Unconsciously, Kairos pulled the communication device slightly closer to his side.
“Are your affairs progressing well?”
—Of course. I also visited the guild association yesterday… Oh, I even ran into an old colleague there, so I plan to visit the palace tomorrow.
“The palace?”
—It seems a new illusionist has arrived. Since they expressed a desire to meet, I thought to inquire about the matter.
“If there’s anything you need to request…”
—It won’t be anything like that. I assured them it would only take a moment. But Noah, you really didn’t get any rest, did you?
“Hmm.”
—…Really?
As he lifted his head, Hazel inquired once again.
“I slept while thinking of my wife. It was a bit lonely, but I thought you might be concerned.”
—Earlier, I genuinely thought you hadn’t gotten any sleep at all. You must absolutely rest.
“Understood, I’ll do as you say. You’ll attend a gathering today, right?”
Kairos lifted his hand and absentmindedly stroked the communication device as if petting it.
—Yes, it’s scheduled for the evening, so I plan to prepare leisurely.
“Don’t make yourself too pretty.”
—Hmm, should I opt for a simple suit instead of a fancy one?
“Wearing tinted glasses might also be suitable.”
—How about a mask?
“That would be acceptable, too.”
—Hmm, you seem quite excited.
“Wouldn’t it be better for others not to see your face?”
As Hazel burst into soft laughter at his words, simultaneously, the sound of a bell was heard.
—Oh, Noah, just a moment. Someone seems to have arrived outside. Is Nigella awake?
Following this, amid rustling sounds, her voice grew distant. After a short exchange, a startled exclamation echoed from beyond the communication device. Then, amidst bustling sounds, Hazel’s breathing could be heard again.
Subsequent to this, amidst the susurrus of movement, her voice gradually receded into the distance. Following a brief conversation, an alarmed exclamation reverberated through the communication device’s channel.
Then, amid a flurry of activity, the cadence of Hazel’s breath once again became audible.
—Noah!
Kairos chuckled.
“It’s already here, it seems.”
—When did you prepare this? It’s lovely!
“Choose something that you will like.”
—Noah… Thank you so much. I’ll finish up work here quickly and head over. I won’t skip meals, so you must take care of yourself, right?
“As long as you don’t forget, I will be fine.”
—Today, I won’t forget, I promise.
Despite a few more playful remarks from Kairos, witnessing her accommodating demeanor brought a sense of ease to his heart.
—Alright then, Noah. I’ll contact you again later. Have a wonderful day.
Along with Hazel’s farewell, the light on the communication device gradually faded.
Having concluded the communication, Hazel let out a soft sigh. In truth, she hadn’t enjoyed a deep sleep the previous night. She had dozed off due to exhaustion, only to awaken later and toss and turn throughout the early hours.
Finally falling asleep, she woke up earlier than usual, and after shaking off the grogginess, she immediately grabbed the communication device.
“…Habits are truly daunting.”
What was even more daunting was that she could tell from his voice alone that Noah hadn’t managed to rest at all. She was just as attuned to her observant husband’s condition as he was.
Given this, it was astounding why she hadn’t recognized Noah and Kairos as the same person.
In the midst of the conversation with Noah earlier, what arrived was none other than a collection of dresses and accessories.
Despite hurriedly examining them, it wasn’t only dresses that had been sent, but also a well-tailored suit suitable for comfortable wear. Perhaps due to concerns about the hastily packed belongings, not only dresses but also the accompanying accessories had been sent here.
Although she had insisted that only Nigella was necessary, two maids had accompanied her.
What was surprising was that they were the same maids who frequently assisted her with dressing, second only to Noah in her household.
There had been no words exchanged until leaving Ferrarium, and even here, the plan had merely been to use a casually elegant dress. So, the unexpected arrival had caught her off guard, feeling slightly embarrassed, as if it had unveiled the discomfort she had felt yesterday.
On the other hand, she couldn’t shake the slightly uneasy feeling of not knowing if this was for surveillance purposes or out of genuine necessity.
Perhaps this sentiment would persist until her departure from his side.
Shaking her head to dispel these thoughts, Hazel rose from her seat. While Nigella had already hurriedly informed him of her arrival, she felt the need to verify this again and headed towards her room.
After draping a light coat over her shoulders, she immediately proceeded to Nigella.
“Nigella.”
As soon as she rapped on the door and waited, it opened promptly, accompanied by Nigella’s voice as if he had been expecting her.
“Boss!”
“Suddenly, there seems to be quite a bit of luggage, isn’t there?”
“Ah. Having the porters downstairs actually seems to make things more convenient. It’s a recurring thought, but it seems that His Excellency holds you in very high regard.”
“Haha… Yes, indeed.”
“Are you planning to prepare immediately? You mentioned having free time after the afternoon schedule, so if there’s anything you need, I will make the arrangements promptly.”
I nodded affirmatively.
“There’s no need for preparations. I thought of exploring places I missed yesterday since I woke up early.”
“There are many sights to see in the capital, aren’t there?”
“Yes, the night market here is truly captivating. I want to experience that as well, though I’m not sure if I’ll have the time. First, I need to prepare for the gathering, so I’ll just take a quick bath and change into some simple clothes.”
“Understood. I’ll ensure your comfort during the preparations.”
“Thank you, Nigella.”
As the conversation with Nigella concluded, a maid who was nearby asked if she could prepare the bath. I readily handed over the key to my room, and as the maid left, I entered my room. Inside, another maid was busily hanging clothes on hangers, leaving no room for idleness.
“Madam, all the clothing preparations are complete! While you bathe, I’ll arrange the accessories for your consideration.”
Upon approaching, a maid who had wiped her forehead approached me with a shy smile. Her neatly braided emerald hair exuded a refreshing charm.
Just like the maid who had just left, this one also grew up in the mansion, holding the same role.
Come to think of it, besides their names, personalities, and distinct features, I knew very little about them. The realization that I had been so consumed by love that I failed to notice my surroundings was quite profound.
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Justlulu
Thank you fornthis chapter
Anotherdumbbish
Their dynamic is so heckin cute!! 😤💕