I Became the Obsessive Male Lead’s Ex-Wife

The noble ladies around me pursed their lips in ecstasy and covered their faces with fans. When Pervin parted his lips with hers, all that remained was Encibel Rome’s body trembling in anger. He approached Pervin with long strides and growled.

 

“How dare you insult me like this? Who am I, the younger brother of the emperor and the first heir to the empire, to have laid eyes on your wife like this!”

 

Pervin whispered in his ear.

 

“Shall I report those shoes to your Majesty? The duke’s shoes were found in my estate?”

 

“That… that!”

 

Sibelom was visibly embarrassed. He was the heir to the empire and frequently invaded his master’s territory. In the end, the emperor, who was so worried about him, came to the point where he declared that if something like that happened again, he would publicly punish him. Moreover, for trespassing on the territory of the Carlisle family, who were favored by the Emperor, they would naturally be severely punished. Perhaps his favorite villa would be confiscated. It was one of the greatest punishments for the greedy Sibelom. Pervin whispered quietly so that no one could hear.

 

“I’ve said it before. Any man who touches my wife will turn against the Carlisle family.”

 

Sibelom looked at Pervin with a coldness in her eyes, and her lips burned. A ray of cruelty appeared on Pervin’s cold face. It was that smile from the past, when he was roaming the battlefield. That kind of obsessive smile that never lets go of its prey. He bowed his head politely.

 

“There is no exception for His Highness the Duke.”

 

The fist that Sibelom was holding was shaking.

 

* * *

 

Now, an hour has passed since the banquet ended. The Duke of Sibelom hurried home after the commotion, and his guests chatted as if they had been waiting for him to go. Most of them were surrounding me and Pervin.

 

“The duke was really amazing earlier. We were all touched by how desperately he cared for his wife. To be honest, it was very unsightly to openly court a married woman, but the Duke boldly stepped forward to save her. Really, the Duke of Carlisle is probably the only big man who would kiss like that in front of Duke Sibelom.”

 

“A kiss of love, such a beautiful kiss in front of everyone! Oh my God, I was so surprised, who would have thought that Lord Carlisle would do something so romantic!”

 

The ladies surrounding me all praise Pervin’s chivalry and envy me. Pervin was captured by several male nobles and found himself at the center of the conversation. It was a completely different situation from the days when I would quietly drink alone no matter what gathering I went to.

 

“Honestly, I was going to stand up and help, but you are using such an extraordinary method to overcome this difficulty. Whether on the battlefield or in society, you always win by using unexpected moves.”

 

“Anyway, I guess this has calmed down his nasty habit of treating a woman he married while claiming to be the emperor’s younger sister! It’s all thanks to Lord Carlisle’s devoted kiss! haha!”

 

“Thank you, Lord Carlisle.”

 

In response to the excited reactions of those around him, Pervin only nodded his head occasionally with a slightly red face. I felt awkward when the nobles who usually found him difficult gave me friendly looks. Marquis Celestine, who was next to him, patted Pervin’s shoulder happily.

 

“People used to have such a hard time with you, but now they come to you naturally. I hope we hang out like this more often, it’s nice to see you, our beloved duke.”

 

… Pervin came back to me through the crowd.

 

“I should go back home quickly. I heard there’s a tea party at my house tomorrow.”

 

“Okay, let’s go.”

 

He looked up at him as he answered. I never thought my heart would pound like this. The red lips that were kissing me, the green eyes that contained me entirely, and his fingers wrapping around my hand were all so crazy lovely. Pervin’s smile as he plays with my hand is also cute and pretty. Normally, his heart would swell when he saw him, but after Pervin kissed me in front of everyone earlier, that feeling seemed to have intensified even more.

 

“As expected, you’re cool, my man.”

 

As I kissed the back of his hand that was wrapped around mine, Pervin’s face turned red.

 

“…It looks like he’s courting me now.”

 

“That’s right, courting.”

 

Pervin’s face was red and he bit his lips several times for no reason. I desperately wanted to be alone with him. If, without anyone else, I put Pervin in front of me and give him a kiss in return… At that moment, when I was staring at Pervin with my hazy eyes, I heard the indifferent voice of the Marchioness Celestine.

 

“Go to sleep, Duchess. Can you go if it’s raining that much?”

 

I made my point clear.

 

“No, Marchioness. Still, I have to go back home. I sometimes have to go back to prepare for the tea party. Since the weather is supposed to be clear tomorrow, do you have to come to the tea party being held at my house?”

 

On the surface, the reason was to prepare for the tea party tomorrow, but in reality, I was going because I wanted to be alone with Pervin. But Marchioness Celestine also did not give in to her wishes.

 

“Of course I’m going to the tea party tomorrow, it’s something I’ve been looking forward to. But it doesn’t seem like he passed away because he was overexerting himself.”

 

As if to prove that what she said was right, rain was gushing down as if there was a hole in the sky. It was an awkward situation. Pervin, who was thinking about something next to me, couldn’t help but look on in sorrow as the rain hit the ground as if it was crashing down. She thought she was going to sleep like this, but Pervin called her coachman and got ready as if he was going home. Marquis Celestine stopped us.

 

“If the water rises, will we be able to cross the bridge? Just sleep here and go. There is also a room that you used.”

 

“No, I have a meeting with the people in the territory early tomorrow morning. I have to go quickly. Irwen also has plans for tomorrow.”

 

“Sir, it is not a situation where the carriage can cross.”

 

The coachman, his complexion pale, reported to Pervin. He shrugged her shoulders and wrapped her in the blanket he had brought.

 

“Lance, please lend me a horse. I’ll return it later.”

 

“No, what on earth are you going to do…”

 

“I’m going to ride with Irwen.”

 

Pervin wrapped a large blanket around me. When she saw the rain pouring outside, she was afraid to go out. But she had a schedule, so she had to go home. Before I knew it, I found myself being led by Pervin’s hand and riding her horse. He put me on the horse first and then hopped on behind me. The height increased significantly when I rode the horse, but since I had experience riding a horse with Pervin before, I wasn’t scared anymore. He tied my waist tightly and took the reins. As the coachman stamped his feet, Pervin calmly ordered him:

 

“You should come slowly around tomorrow when the rain stops. We’ll be there first. Then Lance, we’ll go first.”

 

Marquis Celestine saw us off in the rain.

 

“Just stay at my house…”

 

Crack! 

 

Pervin hurriedly rode his horse. 

 

* * * 

 

It seemed that it was not an empty statement to say that Pervin was the best horseman in the empire. The last time he went out to the hunting ground, his skills were so inexperienced that his horse ran wild, but this time he showed excellent skills and eventually returned safely to the Duke. However, the place we were headed was not a mansion, but a cabin close to the stables. First of all, Marquis Celestine’s horse had to be tied up in the stable. I was wrapped tightly in Per Vin’s arms, but the hem of his long dress and his hair still got soaked. Pervin was hastily drying his body at the bonfire he had lit. The door opened, and Fervin came in. He said apologetically, stroking his damp hair.

 

“I can’t get to the mansion, but a tree has fallen and blocked my path. It’s dark and I have no idea how to clean it up.”

 

“So you can’t go to the mansion?”

 

“I guess I should sleep here.”

 

Pervin blinked his eyes lazily. While I was standing at the edge of the bed, he was busy walking around the room. He put in the firewood that was lying in the corner to make the bonfire burn, and dusted off the dust that had stuck to the bed. It was raining and it was a dark night with no moonlight. The only light that illuminated this place was a faint campfire. His face, illuminated by the faint light, was red as if he had been intoxicated with alcohol. Maybe my face was like that too. My face felt hot the entire time I came here from the marquis’ residence. A strange atmosphere flowing between the two of us. It wasn’t a bad thrill. He seemed tired and put his clothes on the table. Then he took off his clothes. Taking off his red robe, a black mesh robe that clung to his body was revealed. When I took that off, my white muscular back was revealed. He momentarily turned his body towards me. His chest was puffy and puffy. I bit my lip without realizing it and then met his eyes. His eyes were shining darkly. Oops. I quickly turned my attention to the wet hem of my clothes, which was dripping with moisture. But it was already too late. I realized that my gaze had triggered Pervin. Now that I think about it, why did you bring me to the cabin? You could have asked the servant to speak to you after entering the mansion. Pervin slowly approached me. His eyes were full of intrigue. He crept up behind me. A refreshing scent flowed from his rain-soaked body.

 

“Wait a moment, Irwen. I will take off your dress.”

 

I refused once because I wanted to tease him for no reason.

 

“No, I can do it myself.”

 

“It’s because I want to do it.”

 

Pervin approached me naked. My lips were naturally burning, but it was more of an expected tension. He raised his eyebrows and looked from my head to my back. In an instant, the dress crashed to the floor and at the same time, the hair that had been up beautifully fell down as well. How can a man pull off a dress better than Mrs. Tilly? As I faced him in my white slip, without even realizing it, I covered my body with my hands. At that time, he buried his lips as if kissing the back of my hand. A tickling yet hot sensation enveloped me. Pervin traced every word of my finger with his lips. The corners of his eyes fluttered as if he was tempting me.

 

“You’re driving me crazy.”

 

He laid me down on the bed in an instant. His whole body was wet, but it felt like it was drying out under his hot gaze. I’m going crazy too, me too. As I curled my lips, he pressed his lips against mine and whispered,

 

“I want you. Right Now.”

 

Pervin hugged me gently.

 

He melted me, like slowly melting something precious before biting into it. Without realizing it, my body became weak, and I hugged his neck. I felt like I was always being led by him, so I tried to strengthen my body, but it was no use in front of his deep green eyes. I was slowly falling for him. It feels like I’m slowly falling into a swamp. My vision was filled with only his naked body. Deeply curved collarbones, wide-open chest that feels like it’s about to be torn apart, and abs that gently press against me. I didn’t know where to place my eyes as the feast of flesh colors flashed before my eyes. But it was also true that I felt a strange feeling about him clinging to me. I wanted to lust after him, who put his weight on my body, and who looked so sexy. His whole body heated up with a subtle heat. I flinched at the sudden tickling sensation in my ears. He muttered, licking my earlobe.

 

“Irwen, do you know how much I want you?”

 

I wanted to respond to his hot voice like this. Do you even know how much I think of you? Without realizing it, there are times when I feel embarrassed by the thought of wanting him. However, I was still somewhat embarrassed to reveal my inner thoughts. So I tried to cover up this embarrassment with calmness.

 

“Is this what you came to the cabin for? To be alone?”

 

“Yes. I want you to know how much I want to be alone without anyone else’s interference.”

 

His body, stronger than a hard stone, pressed heavily against me. I looked up at him from under his chin. The arrogant Fervin Carlisle, his eyes were languidly staring at me. His breath caught in his throat. I’m not scared or nervous. I feel like his desperate desire for me has penetrated deep into my heart. Those eyes that look at me as if asking for permission. For some reason, I wanted to play pranks.

 

“I don’t know if the Duke of Carlisle in the world can do this.”

 

“What are you talking about?”

 

“Isn’t this the duke’s rule that we don’t spend the night together unless a date is set?”

 

I guess I said that for no reason. His body was turning red as if he had been stimulated.

 

“Dear Irwen.”

 

His red lips came closer to mine. That moment when the feeling of hot lips wrapped around my lips as if they were going to eat me. A drowsy voice filled the air.

 

“If you tell yourself not to do something, you want to do it more.”

 

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