THE REBORN LADY IS LOVED BY HER FOSTER BROTHER: THE SCARIEST VILLAIN - CHAPTER 122

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CHAPTER 122 - GOODBYE, HERO

Unexpectedly, at those words, for a moment, events from her first life, when she was on the brink of death flashed through Ortansia's mind like a slideshow.

There was a brief fear that she might be drawn into a path of ruin once again.

Yet, Ortansia managed to stay composed, free from panic. It was because of the experience gained through her present life; she knew what to expect.

‘...He's someone that can understand with proper communication’

Taking a slow breath, Ortansia gathered her resolve and spoke.

"Is that a proposal on behalf of the royal family?"

In response, Prince Victor slowly shook his head.

"No... it's my decision. If you reject me here, it will be as if nothing happened."

Ortansia felt grateful that Victor had given her an escape route. He truly understood her. Perhaps, if the paths of fate had diverged elsewhere, there might have been a road she could walk with him. However, the path Ortansia wants to tread now is something different.

“I appreciate your offer, but I cannot accept it..”

Ortansia clearly states her decision.

Prince Victor, as if anticipating her response, smiled a little sadly.

"...May I ask for the reason?"

"I want to continue supporting  Brother and Father in the Verite Duke's household. I want to stay by their side, here in the Verite household, always."

"I see... I thought you'd say something like that."

Surprised by his words, Ortansia widened her eyes. Victor chuckled at her reaction.

“I've been watching you all this time. I could understand what choice you would make."

The Victor in front of her had very kind eyes. By just looking into them, Ortansia felt as if her actions were affirmed and not a mistake.

"It's been like that since we first met. You've always been thinking about the important people in the Verite Duke's household, haven't you?"

"Yes. Not just because they took me in, but as an individual, I want to help Father and Onii-sama."

Victor deeply nodded at Ortansia's words.

"Thank you, Sia. It's good to hear your feelings today. It's disappointing for me that the proposal wasn't accepted... but I want to respect your choice."

Saying this, Victor extends his hand.

"From now on... no, will you continue being my friend?"

...In her present life, the innocent smile he had when they first met resurfaced in Ortansia's memory.

At first, she feared his presence.

She worried that if she got involved with him, the same tragedy might unfold again.

‘But, there was also a possibility like this…’

In a form completely different from her first life.

Ortansia wanted to support him with all her might.

"Yes, Prince Victor."

As Ortansia returns the handshake, Prince Victor smiled with joy.

"Just call me Victor."

"N-No, that's not appropriate!"

"Haha, Sia, you're so serious."

Between the two of them, there was a calm atmosphere like never before.

Ortansia finds this space pleasantly comforting.

From now on, she'll watch over him as a friend.

Although different from her first life, they can surely build a good relationship.

Ortansia couldn't help but dream of that.

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Once his business was concluded, Prince Victor quietly left Ortansia.

He knew that Ortansia would likely reject the proposal.

He knew, but...

‘Still, it's frustrating…’

If possible, he wanted to monopolize her smile, being closest to her.

......From the first time we met, I knew she had always been interested in not myself but someone else.

So... this is a bit of a revenge.

"Thank you for seeing me off, Gerard."

At the discreet back entrance of the Verite Duke's residence, Victor smiled at Gerard, who probably came to drive him away under the guise of a farewell.

And then, in a whisper audible only to him:

"I proposed to Ortansia.”

At that moment, Gerard's eyes widened in surprise... the next moment, a palpable sense of hostility surged towards Victor.

"Your Highness!"

"Stop. Don't intervene."

Victor calmed the suddenly panicked guards and stared back at Gerard, who seemed capable of attacking just with his gaze.

"What do you think Ortansia's answer was? Ah, Sia at that moment was incredibly adorable."

Provoking deliberately, Victor continued, and Gerard's fingertips twitched, as if he was resisting the urge to grab a sword and strike Victor down immediately.

"Ask Sia directly for the answer... if you keep pretending not to see your own feelings, you might find that something precious has disappeared before you know it."

Now, if he stays here any longer, Gerard might actually kill him. The small piece of mischief has been done, so it's time to make a quick exit.

"I appreciate what you've done. I hope to build a lasting good relationship with the Verite family. Well then, goodbye, Hero.”

With just those words, Victor left without looking back.

Whether Gerard and Ortansia were truly blood-related siblings or if there was something beyond familial love between them, Victor couldn't discern.

But... he could only wish for the happiness of a dear friend, or perhaps an unfulfilled first love.

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