I Failed to Divorce My Husband

“When are you coming then?”

“I’m not sure. It might take a while to come back to the capital.”

The only fortunate thing was that Viscount Chart’s daughter had reunited with her, but they had yet to depart for the capital.

“Still, it shouldn’t take too long to return to the capital.”

After obtaining the desired information, Erin pretended to participate in the conversation and then left.

Anyway, the conversation among the ladies had already moved on to another topic.

Alone again, Erin naturally looked around to see where Aiden was.

But then it happened.

Erin’s eyes sharpened in an instant as she saw something.

There was a woman next to Aiden.

She squinted her eyes to confirm the woman’s face.

Helena Lehnhardt.

She was talking to Aiden with a fake smile on her face.

Of course, Aiden was ignoring her in a very desirable manner.

She still approached with an attitude of not knowing how to give up.

She kept talking to herself next to Aiden as if it were the same as talking to him.

She tried to follow his gaze and make eye contact when he turned his head in that direction.

It was clearly a meaningful action.

Erin’s eyes grew fierce.

This had never happened before.

How could someone dare approach Aiden like this?

This situation could also be attributed to the changes that occurred in Aiden due to Erin.

One of the changes that occurred in Aiden, which differed slightly from the original work, was his perception of Aiden.

In the original work, he was always a cold-faced figure that no one dared to approach.

But now, Aiden was different.

He was still a difficult opponent, but because of his gentle demeanor when he was with Erin, he quietly gained popularity among noble ladies.

However, until now, no one has taken action because Erin was there.

Wherever they went, Aiden never left Erin’s side for a moment.

Even when they had to be apart for a while, Aiden’s gaze was still fixed on Erin.

The same was true for Erin.

The two of them showed off their presence while sticking together.

But now that the divorce rumor was spreading, Helena approached like a brave warrior as if she wouldn’t miss her chance.

Erin, who was staring at her approach with eyes that seemed to shoot fire, tightened her grip on both hands.

“This is insane.”

Erin’s thoughts burst out in action.

And then, she met Aiden’s gaze.

At the same time, Erin squinted and approached with an axe-like glare.

Erin’s anger rose beyond surprise.

She never expected to see such a sight at today’s party.

Erin’s fighting spirit blazed.

It’s hilarious.

Did she think she would just sit still and watch someone cling to Aiden after announcing her divorce?

If that was what she thought, she was dead wrong.

“I’m Julia Chart, so I have to step back.”

Do you think I’m going to give in to someone like you?

“Aiden.”

Erin called out to Aiden, not Helena.

He immediately looked at Erin.

Erin deliberately walked slowly and stared at Helena, making her face turn red.

But Erin didn’t say a word to her, just watched her.

As her steps passed by her, her gaze naturally turned away, and Erin ignored her and turned to Aiden.

It was like showing off their relationship to everyone.

“Aiden. Stay by my side.”

This can’t happen. Something like this happening while Aiden and I are apart for a moment.

Erin vowed to stay by his side until the end of the party and grabbed onto Aiden’s arm firmly.

“……”

A faint smile flickered on Aiden’s lips as he looked at the arm that Erin was holding.

Erin gave a scary glare at Helena, who was frozen in shock.

How ridiculous. She should have minded her own business.

Erin had no intention of giving up Aiden to anyone other than Julia Chart, the main character.

Because only Julia Chart could completely heal Aiden’s trauma.

Despite liking Aiden, Erin did not become greedy because she knew that ultimately, Aiden could only be truly happy with Julia.

If it weren’t for Julia, Erin would have thought about divorce a long time ago.

“So I’ll never turn a blind eye to others trying to take him away.”

Hmph. Erin turned her back completely on Helena with a snort.

Erin, who had gone to a place where there weren’t many people, spoke to Aiden in a voice that wouldn’t be heard by others.

“Aiden. I’m still your wife. No other woman is allowed.”

Without realizing it, Erin opened her eyes wide.

Aiden’s mouth twitched as he looked at her serious gaze demanding an answer.

It was so cute.

She wouldn’t admit it, but it was clear in Aiden’s eyes.

Erin was jealous.

She chased after him just because he exchanged a few words with someone else.

Just a little while ago, she was annoyed at the begging Yeonga, but now she was grateful.

Thanks to her, Erin, who kept pushing him away, was now sticking to him first.

She was very satisfied.

In the end, Erin and Aiden stayed together arm in arm throughout the party and showed a more intimate display than ever before.

***

Meanwhile, there was something Erin didn’t know at the party.

As soon as she turned her back on him, Aiden’s gaze grew cold.

He calmly scanned his surroundings with a low gaze.

Although he just looked dry, it felt like he was alive to others.

Although many eyes were on the two of them today, Aiden distinguished between them.

The existence of a gaze with impure motives is different from a simple curious look.

And that gaze wasn’t directed at the two of them, but at Erin, next to Aiden.

Aiden walked in the direction where that impure gaze was coming from.

With his slow but precise steps, everyone fled with an unimpressive appearance, no matter who they were.

How dare someone spread divorce rumors.

It was something he could never tolerate.

Aiden gave a cold glare at those who stole glances at Erin.

Whenever their eyes met, the others either turned their heads or left as if running away.

It was more effective than catching them one by one and talking to them.

That day, Aiden strongly warned everyone.

He was still by Erin’s side, so they shouldn’t even imagine trying to take her away.

***

The palace party had ended, but Erin was still bothered by what happened yesterday.

She kicked the blankets with frustration. She pulled at her hair several times.

And yet, in the end, Erin got up abruptly and washed her face roughly.

“How can I deal with this damn jealousy?”

Even if she regretted it, the water had already been spilled.

It wasn’t just a mere spill either.

The spilled water soaked the floor and everything around it, making it impossible to clean up no matter how much she wiped.

She was going crazy. She couldn’t resist anymore and gave in to all kinds of jealousy.

“I should get a divorce….”

A tired sigh escaped her lips.

“If I keep going like this, I’ll do something terrible.”

The more she thought about it, the more Erin felt a sense of crisis.

She tossed and turned in bed all night, kicking the blankets several times and shaking her fists in the air, not knowing how many times.

However, what came to mind was the gaze of Yeonga and others who had looked at Helena and Aiden.

Their faces were filled with anticipation at the news of their divorce.

If the moment really came when the two agreed to a divorce, they would rush to Aiden before Julia Chart even appeared.

It felt like that scene was unfolding right in front of her eyes, no matter if she closed or opened them.

Erin’s expression turned fierce.

Even though Aiden wouldn’t care unless it was Julia Chart, that was one thing. Erin couldn’t even tolerate such an attempt.

Suddenly, Erin got up abruptly.

Her face was twisted with anger.

She still felt heated thinking about yesterday.

Thinking about it again, yesterday’s incident wasn’t enough.

Just warning them with a vague look wouldn’t be enough to address the situation properly.

That wasn’t enough to calm her anger.

“If I leave, they’ll try to approach Aiden again.”

No, that won’t do. She needed to warn them clearly so they couldn’t make such attempts again.

With a determined face, Erin walked forward.

Mona, who had been watching her strange behavior all day, moved alongside her.

“Mona. Let’s go.”

“Suddenly? Where are you going?”

As Erin’s steps became more determined, Mona asked anxiously.

“You’ll find out when we get there.”

Erin didn’t stop her steps even after saying those words alone.

Mona had a hunch.

We’re going to handle something, she thought.

But she still followed Erin closely instead of blocking her way.

***

The carriage that Erin and Mona boarded arrived at Count Hernan’s estate.

As soon as they got off the carriage, Erin entered without hesitation.

It was like she was barging in.

Although it was a sudden appearance without an invitation, no one blocked her way.

Anywhere in the imperial social scene, Elin didn’t need an invitation to attend.

Thanks to her position as the wife of the Duke of Lianster and the influence she had built up in society, she could freely enter and exit wherever she wanted to go.

It was as if she knew exactly where she was going, without any hesitation, until she arrived at her destination.

Finally, her steps halted and the corners of her mouth rose meaningfully.

“Everyone is here.”