Chapter 19

Reflecting on my life, it has been a continuous series of misfortunes.

I was destined to have everything I wanted taken away by Lady Lea.

I can't count how many times I cursed my fate.

I lamented, wondering why, just by being born a little earlier, the treatment could be so different... I complained that God was cruel.

However, my life suddenly took on a new color when that person appeared.

That person is Duke Belclaire.

He inherited the Belclaire family's headship at a young age and was so popular in society that he was among the top contenders. For us young ladies, he was the object of our admiration.

On the day I met Duke Belclaire... no, Lord Jade, after dining with Lord Philippe, my heart felt warm and cozy.

Yes, I found true love... and true happiness.

"It's frustrating that we can only meet at night. I want to be with you, Jill, as soon as possible."

"Oh, Lord Jade. Jill feels the same way. I eagerly await the day we can walk the same path together."

Lord Jade whispers his love to me under the night sky, embracing me while hiding from my family.

Meeting in secret at midnight—how romantic it is.

Wrapped in Lord Jade's warmth, I felt a genuine happiness.

"By the way, Jill. About what we talked about before... how is it going?"

"Yes, I've practiced a few times and can use it now. The lethal poison magic... I thought it would be more difficult since it's considered a forbidden spell."

"Ah...! As expected of Jill. Wonderful...! You were able to learn it so easily because you are a talented saint!"

"Mmm... Lord Jade..."

Lord Jade embraces me once more and gently kisses my lips.

Ah, it's good. As Lord Jade wished, I learned the lethal poison magic, which is said to be a forbidden spell.

It seems to be a secret technique passed down in the Belclaire family, and he wanted me to learn it before he could welcome me into the family.

—Of course, it's for our future.

There are too many obstacles for Lord Jade and me to be together.

Lord Philippe, my fiancé, my nagging mother, and my father who only thinks about the family. And Lady Lea, who takes everything I want.

If necessary, we must eliminate those who stand in our way. Lord Jade taught me that such power is necessary for our true love.

"Don't worry. Just use the spell as I told you. Then you can become a saint and... my wife."

"Oh, to be Lord Jade's wife... I want to become your wife as soon as possible."

"Sure. I wish for that too. So, please train to use the spell better. Practice to be able to administer the poison quickly and without being noticed."

Lord Jade gently patted my head and ordered me to train to use the spell better.

Of course, I will do my best to make Lord Jade happy.

Lord Jade said I am more suitable to be a saint than Lady Lea.

If Lady Lea is gone, I will surely become the saint...

I enjoy the effort.

Striving for the one I love gives me so much energy...

"Please be careful not to let anyone notice. If you're discovered, our relationship will be ruined."

"I understand. I'll be careful not to let anyone notice."

Lord Jade's expression under the moonlight was serious.

To think he is so serious about being with me...

"Yes. I trust you. But be careful. If you make a mistake, I'll have to eliminate you."

"Lord Jade...?"

For a moment, Lord Jade's eyes were terrifyingly cold.

It felt as if he was sending me a gaze that could freeze everything.

"Hehe, sorry. Sorry. I startled you, didn't I? I love you so much that I can't help wanting to spend time with you... I said something harsh. Can you forgive me?"

"Yes...! I'm not at all bothered. I wish to walk the same future with Lord Jade...! I will do anything for that."

What was I worrying about such a small thing for?

Lord Jade, who is so kind, would only say harsh things for my sake.

Ah, Lord Jade. I will dedicate everything to you...