The Story Is Not Over Yet - Chapter 160
Translator and Editor: Effe and Nabi
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Chapter 160
Raising a hand to stop Azela, Livia let Sylvia continue talking.
“Yes, it was true that she cursed me to have nightmares! Everyone, be careful! The princess is a witch who casts a curse!”
Sylvia turned her gaze towards the people who were watching the whole situation and raised her voice.
“This is the reason the imperial family hides her! She’s a monster, so they hid her!”
The impact of the word ‘monster’ rippled through the crowd. Those who had previously frowned at Sylvia now shifted their gaze towards Livia. Sylvia pressed her lips together, observing Livia’s posture. She expected her to shrink or recoil, but instead, Livia held her head high.
“Is that all you have to say?”
“….!”
With a calm demeanor, she closed her eyes and placed a hand on her chest. Sylvia clenched her lower lip, taken aback by her composed and unwavering stance.
Livia took a deep breath and spoke.
“That’s right. Maybe I’m a monster.”
Opening her eyes, Livia raised her fingers, capturing her attention. Sylvia’s shoulders tensed as she looked at the Princess’s index finger.
“Is it okay for a monster to call others monsters?”
Her words, concise yet powerful, rendered Sylvia unable to mock her recklessly. Silenced, Livia shifted her gaze to Sylvia and muttered, ‘It’s finally quiet,’ before turning her body to face Azela.
“Are you okay, Miss Vellista?”
“Yes, thanks to the Princess. Thank you.”
“Are you hurt anywhere? You could be seriously injured, you have to be careful.”
“That’s okay. Thank you for your concern.”
Sylvia’s stomach boiled as she watched the two people together, not even paying attention to her. Clenching both of her fists hard, she tilted her head, looking incomprehensible.
“Why? Why?”
“…What?”
“You… That b*tch, Azela, prevented you from marrying Duke Ferial.”
Sylvia raised her finger and pointed at Livia. Her unfocused eyes were grotesque.
“But why are you…”
“Countess Todd.”
“You have to blame Azela, but why are you looking at me like that?!”
Saying so, she took off her shoe and threw it at Livia though Azela hurriedly stood in front of her. Still, Sylvia’s madness did not stop. Her long fingernails, which she hadn’t managed for a while, broke in exasperation.
“You have to hold my hand! That’s common sense! She ruined your marriage, and she ruined my life!”
No one sympathized with her outbursts. Even Sylvia’s behavior was only a momentary entertainment for the nobles gathered here. They looked at her and sneered at her, and shook their heads.
“Why?! Why is everyone looking at me like that?! It was Azela who was at fault!”
Sylvia, who was unable to stand on her own two legs, eventually sat down in place. Her fingernails scraped against the marble floor and made an unpleasant sound as blood dripped from her broken fingernail.
“It’s over.”
Voices of mocking came among the nobles who gathered to watch her. And then there were giggles and sneers.
With a sigh, Azela gestured to the guards to take Sylvia out.
“Let, let go! Let go of me!”
“Countess Todd.”
Livia called for Sylvia, who was dragged away by the guards.
“Wait for me. You insulted me and made threats like throwing a shoe at me.”
“Wh, what?”
“The imperial family will soon go to arrest you, so you’d better keep calm. Or spend all your money to find someone competent to defend you.”
“Ho, hold on. It, it was to Azela!”
“Of course, I don’t know if someone will defend you.”
Sylvia’s face turned white. She shook her head with frightened eyes.
“That’s what I warned you about.”
“Ah, ah…!”
“When I’m respecting you, do something worthy of respect.”
With a grin, Livia nodded to the guards, signaling them to drag her out.
As Sylvia was being dragged away amidst the chaos of shouts and screams, Azela turned her head to glance at Daniel.
Despite his dazed state, he was clearly observing the unfolding situation, but he made no move to intervene. He didn’t even spare a glance for Sylvia as she was being pulled away. His gaze was solely fixed on her.
‘It’s over between the two of us.’
Azela let out a sigh and picked up the fallen dagger at her feet.
As she shifted her gaze, she noticed Zagnac wearing a smile. Perhaps he had faith in her, as he showed no signs of worry.
She was unaware of the conversation he had with Chises, but it seemed that the matter was over since he was now alone. Maybe he had been occupied with discussing matters with Chises and couldn’t come over right away.
‘Did Chises find out who he was?’
She wondered, her eyes searching for Chises, but he was nowhere to be found.
Could it be that he had truly changed his mind, as Livia had suggested, and was attempting to assist her? Azela furrowed her brow in contemplation, but then she turned her gaze back to Zagnac, offering him a reassuring smile to alleviate any concerns he may have had.
“Miss Vellista, don’t worry about Countess Todd.”
“Princess.”
“It is true that I am the person the imperial family wants to hide, but even so, I am definitely a descendant of the imperial family.”
Livia smiled broadly.
“To insult me like that is the same as insulting the imperial family. Now that a commotion like today has occurred, the insulted imperial family will not let this incident go unnoticed.”
“…I guess so.”
“Today will be the last time Miss Vellista will see those of the Todd family.”
Livia glanced at Daniel, who was mesmerized.
That was right. Because of this incident, the Todd family would probably not be able to set foot in the capital anymore.
Azela nodded and gave a small thank you to Livia.
“Duke Ferial is looking at you with a rather worried look. An ordinary woman wielded a blade against you, who is known for swordsmanship in the empire… In fact, the one who had to worry was Countess Todd.”
Livia let out a playful chuckle and spoke with a mischievous tone.
It was true that no matter how or when Sylvia attacked, Azela was confident in her ability to defend against every strike. In fact, she even tempted Sylvia to stab her, thinking it might be more provocative. She was so assured of her skills that she momentarily worried she might end up using the dagger against Sylvia instead.
With a nod, Azela began walking towards Zagnac.
“Contractor.”
A voice called out amidst the sound of approaching footsteps.
Azela’s head turned rigidly. Not now, not yet. It was Lane, breaking through the crowd and wearing an oversized dress. She removed her glasses and casually glanced at her before she shifted her gaze to Zagnac.
“…Lane
As the unknown woman stepped forward and called Azela’s name, people looked at each other with excitement again.
Could she be Duke Ferial’s secret wife? Some whispered such speculations among themselves.
“It’s about time.”
Lane chuckled, her laughter echoing as she held a cane that seemed out of place with her attire.
Azela’s gaze shifted nervously, her eyes trembling as she looked towards Zagnac.
It wasn’t that she had changed her mind or wavered in her resolve. She had entertained countless fantasies of thrusting her sword through her own heart, rehearsing the act over and over again in her mind. She desired that moment when she could meet her end without a moment’s hesitation.
However, deep down, she hoped that today wouldn’t be that day.
“Azela.”
Lane slowly raised her hand and pointed to the small dagger in her hand. It was the dagger that Sylvia had dropped at Azela’s feet.
“Did I tell you? You only get one chance.”
“….”
“The opportunity will run away while you hesitate, and then you can’t help it even if you regret it.”
Directed by Lane’s gesture, Zagnac’s attention shifted towards the dagger held by Azela.
Her sudden appearance had caught him off guard, but he quickly sensed a shift in the atmosphere. As Lane pointed towards the dagger in Azela’s grasp, his gaze followed, his expression growing tense, and his violet eyes trembled.
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