The Lady Who Was Rejected with 'I Love Someone Else' Turned Out to Be the Strongest Sorceress – The Fate of the Prince Who Abandoned Her and the Lady Who Found Freedom - Episode 34

A little while ago, I heard from my father that I had become the first in line to the throne. My brother, who was first in line, had his rights revoked and was sent to the outskirts. Apparently, it was Lady Eleanor’s wish. After that, I was also told that I would be engaged to her.

From now on, Eleanor will support me. Listening to my father’s words, a complex mix of emotions swirled within me.

I have turned down all marriage proposals until now. I have avoided getting involved in relationships formed out of political motives or calculations. I have kept my distance so as not to interfere with my brother.

This time, I strangely didn’t feel like refusing the engagement with Miss Eleanor. Of course, the situation changed drastically due to my brother’s downfall. I thought I should make up my mind.

Honestly, I just need a little more time to accept it.

I have no complaints about the engagement with Lady Eleanor being decided. On the contrary, I’m happy. I’ve seen her several times before. The scene of the broken engagement, her honing her magical skills with friends at the magic academy, and the time when my brother and that woman conspired to slander Lady Eleanor.

Every time, I was very impressed. She was always calm, had magical talent, yet never acted superior, and had the capacity to guide her friends. She seemed to shine like a beacon. I have no complaints about such a charming woman becoming my wife.

Apparently, I’ve heard that she doesn’t have any complaints either.

If it were an engagement we both wanted, I would have welcomed it with open arms. But still, I want a little more time to gather my resolve.

While I felt bad for making her wait, there were various things I had to take care of, and I ended up putting off the engagement with Eleanor. Days went by as I was busy with my brother’s situation and the various procedures related to the succession of the throne.

When I finally found the time to meet, I felt a bit awkward and anxious. I was unsure about facing him as my fiancé.

But I can’t postpone this any longer. Let’s have Eleanor, my fiancée, come over. We’ll meet and talk.

She came into the room. I’m nervous. I thought it was the first time we were taking the time to talk like this. Usually, I would step in to help, have a brief conversation, and then part ways.

Eleanor came into the room and immediately bowed her head to apologize. I was flustered by her unexpected behavior, wondering what was going on.

“I’m sorry, Lord Edgar. I’m sure you didn’t want to become king. It was because I forced myself to ask His Majesty on your behalf. As for the engagement, I will decline it myself—”

Her voice was trembling, and she couldn’t lift her head. My heart ached at the sight.

“It’s different. I don’t think I hate becoming king! Of course, I don’t hate you either!”

I hurriedly denied it. Indeed, until not long ago, I disliked power struggles and thought about living freely behind the scenes. It is true that my plans were significantly disrupted when my brother left, and I ended up stepping forward. However, I don’t dislike it. Rather, I feel it’s a new mission.

When I asked why she had such a misunderstanding, she said it was because I had postponed meeting Eleanor. Not wanting to meet her made her anxious, thinking that I didn’t want this engagement.

This is completely my fault. Regret surged within me for having troubled her so much due to my own carelessness.

“I’m sorry. It’s my fault for taking too long to make up my mind and delaying our meeting.”

I sincerely apologized. Eleanor finally lifted her face and showed a slight expression of relief.

“No, it’s me who should apologize. I misunderstood and panicked.”

Thus, our relationship started off in a somewhat awkward situation. However, to avoid repeating the same mistakes, we decided to discuss it the same day.

We faced each other and took the time to have a thorough discussion to prevent misunderstandings like this from happening again.

“From now on, let’s have thorough discussions so we don’t misunderstand each other’s feelings and thoughts. Let’s talk about anything and listen to everything. First, Eleanor, I want to know more about you.”

I looked at her with a serious gaze. Eleanor, although a bit nervous, smiled and replied.

“Yes. I also want to know more about Edgar.”

After that, we took our time talking and getting to know each other. As the warm light of the room enveloped us, our conversation gradually became more open and relaxed.

This moment marked the beginning of our new relationship. While there were still uncertainties about the future, hope was also starting to blossom.

The path I will walk with Eleanor from now on seems like it will be a bright one. I had a feeling about it.