The Villain Is Obsessed With His Fake Wife

She heard the news about Diana through Betty.

“…So Diana was sent to the palace prison under the orders of Crown Prince Carlos?”

“Yes. I think the Kingdom of Royam had nothing to say because Princess Diana used violence first.”

She sighed involuntarily when she heard the news about Diana.

‘What should I do with this?’

It was especially dangerous because her name was mentioned in relation to Princess Diana.

Betty said in a firm voice.

“You should talk to Lady Patricia and firmly deny the story and say you have nothing to do with it.”

“Will that make it quiet?”

“Anyway, there’s not much connection between you and Madame in this case. If Madame denies it, there’s nothing we can do even if the Crown Prince steps forward.”

For some reason, the face of Princess Diana, who had always stood up for her, came to mind. Betty must have noticed her feelings and held both of her hands tightly as she spoke.

“Madam, I understand your feelings. Perhaps Princess Diana sincerely stood up for you to correct the false rumors. However, in the end, you ended up in a bigger problem. In times like this, it’s best not to step forward.”

Betty, as her maid, put her first.

“…Weren’t there any other stories about the saint?”

“Yes. There is a story that the saint mediated the fight between the two and defended the madam, but everyone seemed reluctant to mention that story.”

For some reason, the part about the saint kept bothering her.

‘It was the same with Mireyu.’

The moment she tried to find a connection between Mireyu and the saint, Mireyu met a suspicious death.

‘Maybe it won’t end with Diana.’

She told Betty.

“Thank you for always thinking from my perspective. First, please deliver my letter to the King of Royam.”

It was necessary to find out exactly how the situation had unfolded from Diana’s perspective. Betty nodded with a sad face.

“I knew that you would try to save Princess Diana.”

“Huh?”

“I know the noble lady who was there. I will arrange a separate seat for you so that you can easily understand the situation.”

“Yes, that’s right. Thank you.”

Betty greeted me and opened the door. But a tall, handsome man was standing beyond the door. John asked Betty as he watched her go out.

“Did you write a letter to the Kingdom of Royam?”

“Yes. Did John hear anything about Diana?”

“If you have heard anything, it is quite a lot. It seems that the Kingdom of Royam has no intention of saving Princess Diana.”

“…What?”

The Kingdom of Royam that I know is a place where family ties are very strong.

‘This is not like Queen Isabella.’

But since it came from John’s mouth, it couldn’t be wrong information. She met John’s shining red eyes.

“What on earth happened to Queen Royam…”

“You want to save Princess Diana?”

John leaned back against the door and slightly raised the corners of his mouth.

“If you want to save her, I’ll save her.”

“Wouldn’t it be difficult?”

“It’s not something I can’t do.”

To be honest, even though her name was involved, the connection to her was lacking. That’s why if Duchess Blanchett suddenly intervenes, it could provoke backlash from others.

“But Estelle, do you really have to save her?”

“If you don’t?”

“There’s no reason for you to save her in the first place. Of course, she’s your friend now, and she’s someone who can help you. But in this situation, she’s not worth saving.”

John’s voice was as sweet and profound as the devil. Just listening to his voice made her feel intoxicated and hazy.

“This time too. Princess Diana acted recklessly and things got worse. Just like last time when she took Mireyu’s side and attacked and insulted you without thinking.”

“…”

“Wouldn’t you get involved in something tiring and annoying if you save her like that in the future?”

“…”

“Princess Diana is not the one who will inherit the Royam Kingdom, and she doesn’t have a knighthood anymore, so she won’t be of much use later. The king’s deputy won’t hold a grudge against you for not helping Princess Diana.”

John’s red eyes met hers and shone brightly. For some reason, her heart felt cold.

“Do you want me to ignore Diana, John?”

“The choice is yours.”

John slowly came closer to her nose. Looking up at John, who was nearby, she felt a sense of pressure.

“I will only help you make your choice. So, what do you want to do?”

“I…”

* * *

Queen Isabella visited Princess Diana in prison.

Princess Diana had clearly not committed a serious crime, and since she had a certain status, the prison was as luxurious as a VIP room. However, the sight of her daughter sitting silently in prison broke Queen Isabella’s heart.

“You did well. After Hessen, now you are making a mess of this mother.”

Princess Diana bowed her head quietly and said.

“I’m sorry, mother. Excommunicate me.”

“Are you really saying that?”

Queen Isabella asked, as if she was upset.

“If that happens, you will have no protection. You know how cruel the Empire is to those of low status.”

“I’m sorry, Mother.”

“I met the other noble ladies who were there. And I heard the whole story. They say it’s because of Duchess Blanchett, but how could you have done something so foolish?”

Only then did Princess Diana raise her head and look at Queen Isabella.

“Mother, don’t you think…”

“Even if I hadn’t taken action, the rumor would have spread in one day. It was Duchess Blanchett who incited you to act so recklessly.”

“It has nothing to do with Duchess Blanchett. It wasn’t related to her in the first place.”

“It happened because of Duchess Blanchett, so why isn’t it related?”

“But this is entirely my own decision…!”

Queen Isabella sighed at Princess Diana.

“Even if you hadn’t done that, Duchess Blanchett would have taken care of it.”

“…But I don’t regret what I did.”

“What on earth do you think of this mother? You told me not to interfere with this mother, so I will do so. You take care of everything.”

Princess Diana smiled bitterly as she watched Queen Isabella disappear.

‘Is this the power of the saint and the royal family?’

To be honest, Princess Diana did not commit a crime. However, the crown prince took advantage of the fact that the saint was a guest of the royal family and put her in prison, saying it was a safety issue for the royal family.

‘I don’t know what will happen to me now.’

At that moment, the guards came in and guided Diana to a secluded room. There, the saint they had just seen was sitting devoutly, wearing a veil.

Diana asked with a trembling face.

“…Why is the saint here?”

“You must have had a hard time being locked up in prison?”

The saint looked at Diana with worried eyes.

“His Highness the crown prince was too much. Putting the princess in prison all of a sudden…”

“So why did the saint come here?”

“I want to save Princess Diana.”

The saint took Diana’s hand with a noble face. Diana’s shoulders flinched at the sudden warmth of the saint.

“I don’t think Princess Diana was wrong. That’s why I think it was unfair for her to be in prison.”

The saint’s clear blue eyes sparkled.

“That’s why I want to help Princess Diana find her original happiness without any harm.”

The saint’s attitude was completely different from what Diana had expected. Diana asked in a trembling voice.

“So what do you want to tell me?”

“But there’s an obstacle to getting the princess out. It’s known to everyone that it’s His Highness’ order, so if I just take Princess Diana out for no reason, it’ll be a problem for His Highness’s reputation.”

Diana’s hand, which was holding the saint’s hand, trembled slightly. The saint smiled faintly at Diana.

“So please admit your connection to Duchess Blanchette in front of everyone.”

Diana asked with a stiff face.

“Are you asking me to betray Duchess Blanchette right now?”

“Betrayal, that’s not true at all.”

The saint whispered softly into Diana’s ear.

“Think about it, princess. You did that for Duchess Blanchette. Then shouldn’t Duchess Blanchette help you?”

“That’s ridiculous.”

“But there’s no other way to save you.”

The saint, who had been smiling gently, made a cold expression for the first time.

“Even if we involve Duchess Blanchette, it won’t harm the duchess at all. It’ll just be a little annoying. But Duke Blanchette will save the duchess anyway. Then, shouldn’t we act selfishly for the safety of the princess?”

Knock, knock.

“Saint, this is Prime Minister Orteca. His Majesty the Emperor has something to ask you about this matter.”

“Yes, I will go now.”

The saint stood up elegantly and whispered to Diana again.

“Think carefully. This is not a betrayal.”

* * *

Stella said in a shy voice.

“I didn’t know that the Prime Minister would come out to greet me in person. It would be okay to have a servant…”

“No. Isn’t it my job to look after the Saint?”

Prime Minister Orteca smiled at Stella.

“You may be the mother of this empire in the future.”

“Oh my, that is too much praise.”

Stella blushed and waved her hand.

“A weak woman like me doesn’t deserve that kind of position.”

“Then what kind of position do you think would suit me?”

“Well, just as everyone in the world has their own place, I guess there is one for me too. If I had a small wish, I would like to live a simple life, taking care of the family with my husband, free from the huge responsibility of the royal family.”

The look in Prime Minister Orteca’s eyes changed meaningfully.

“You can do that. His Majesty the Emperor is waiting inside. Please go in.”

Stella really liked Prime Minister Orteca’s extreme courtesy.

‘More and more people are starting to recognize my true worth.’

Everything was going smoothly.

“Your Majesty, Saint Stella has arrived.”

“Come in.”

The saint walked elegantly into the audience room and immediately greeted her.

“I greet Your Majesty the Emperor.”

She saw the Emperor sitting on the throne, and someone who shouldn’t be next to him.

Estelle, dressed in a flashy outfit that was comparable to her own simple white dress, was there.

“It’s been a while, Saint.”

“Duchess Blanchet?”

The Saint blinked in bewilderment at Estelle’s unexpected appearance. Estelle paid no attention to Stella’s reaction and thanked the Emperor.

“Thank you for accepting my request, Your Majesty.”

“It wasn’t difficult for the Emperor of the Empire.”

The Saint felt a strange sense of crisis at the sight of the two people who seemed quite friendly.

‘The Emperor called… because that fake called me?’

Although her irritation was rising, the Saint asked Estelle with an innocent face.

“Duchess Blanchet came looking for me? What on earth is the reason…”

“Oh, I’m so sorry because of the rumors going around.”

“Oh, if this is happening now, I’m sorry. Everyone will naturally believe the truth as time goes by.”

The saintess provoked Estelle with a gentle voice. Estelle’s gentle eyes turned red and slightly wet.

“How is that?”

However, what came out of Estelle’s mouth was completely different from what the saintess had expected.

“There’s a rumor that the saintess is jealous of me and is plotting this again.”

“…What did you say?”

“You didn’t hear that, I thought you would.”

“Who on earth would come up with such a ridiculous rumor…”

“That’s right! We’re so close.”

Estelle and the saintess’ eyes met. Estelle sighed as if she was truly sorry.

“Who on earth would start that rumor?”

Of course, it was Estelle who started the rumor.

‘You’re not the only one who can start rumors.’

People were just as interested in the saintess who suddenly appeared as they were in Estelle’s hatred.

 

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