My Second Engagement: Loved by the Duke’s Son and Thanked for My Healing Magic ~ My Selfish Sister Took My Fiancé, but Gave Him Back Because She Didn’t Want Him Anymore~ - Episode 30

“Yes. Of course, I’ll go with you, but…”

“That’s right. Since it’s a special occasion, I’d like you to change into your favorite white dress…”

“Huh? To go outside?”

“It’s fine. We’ll be in the carriage most of the time, and the destination isn’t a crowded place.”

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It was exciting in a way, but also a little scary. The words “not a crowded place” really caught my attention.

Since we’re only engaged, is he planning to take me somewhere private? But Julite is kind and a gentleman. He wouldn’t do anything inappropriate.

Or maybe he wants to secretly train me in a way to make my healing magic even stronger? That would be nice, but if that’s the case, this conversation makes it a bit disappointing.

Maybe… he’s going to tell me he loves me!? Yes, that would make me the happiest! Even if he doesn’t say it, I want to tell him how I feel.

I started imagining all sorts of things, which only made my heart race even more.

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I changed into my favorite white dress. My legs were bare up to my knees.

However, Julite was careful not to look at them and continued to act like a proper gentleman.

Normally, when getting into a carriage, I go first, and he helps me so I don’t fall.

But this time, he got in first, took my hand, and gently pulled me inside.

“Be careful.”

“Y-yes.”

As I got inside, I realized something.

With the step leading up to the carriage, if Julite had been in his usual position, he would have definitely been able to see under my dress.

I felt bad for making him go out of his way to avoid that. But then… why was it so important to him that I wore this dress?

The carriage moved toward the royal palace, but instead of stopping there, it passed right by.

Beyond it was a small mountain where hardly anyone ever went.

We followed the uphill path until we reached the very top.

“We’re here. It’s a bit dangerous, so I’ll step out first. Don’t worry, I’ll keep my eyes closed.”

For a brief moment, I wondered if he might peek just a little.

I wouldn’t have minded. In fact, a tiny part of me even hoped for it.

That’s just how much I had fallen for Julite.

But there was really no one else here—just silence all around us.

“What are we doing here…?”

I started to feel like I needed to be prepared for something serious.

If it was what I thought, I wasn’t emotionally ready yet.

Julite knelt down on one knee and took my left hand.

“I know this is a little late, but I really wanted to give this to you here. Today, I was finally able to pick it up.”

“Th-this is…”

“Do you remember when we measured your ring size? It’s your engagement ring. Will you accept it?”

I was already about to cry.

I held back my emotions and looked at the ring.

It was made of gold, just like my hair. I didn’t know what kind of gemstone it was, but it sparkled beautifully.

It was the same deep blue as Julite’s crystal-clear eyes—calm, gentle, and mesmerizing.

He must have chosen it so carefully.

Oh no, I really might cry.

“Please, look at the view as well.”

“Huh…?”

I had been so focused on the moment that I hadn’t noticed the scenery.

Taking a deep breath, I turned to look.

From here, we could see the entire capital bathed in the light of the setting sun.

It was breathtakingly beautiful.

“This is the city you healed with your magic, the city you brought back to life.”

“……”

I was speechless.

“I wanted you to wear your favorite dress for a reason. There’s a saying: if two people visit this place dressed in outfits they love, with someone they love, happiness will follow. I’m sorry for pushing you into it.”

“Not at all. I’m just… so happy, I don’t even know what to say…”

“Then I’m glad. I love you, Reina.”

This was beyond anything I had imagined.

The capital city, glowing in the sunset, seemed to be blessing us.

He placed the engagement ring on my finger, and I slid a matching ring onto his.

“There will be hardships ahead, especially conflicts with the nobility. But no matter what happens, I will stand by your side, and we will overcome them together.”

“Th… thank you…”

I couldn’t hold back my tears anymore.

They spilled over as I leaned into Julite’s arms.

He gently held me close.

Just to be clear, I only rested my weight against him. Nothing more.

I would forever cherish this kind and noble man.

I would love him for the rest of my life—without a doubt!