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 5

When I arrived at the party venue, the lavish decorations in gold and the sight of nobles clad in splendid dresses caught my eye. I walked alongside Prince Alfred, forcing a stiff smile.

I didn’t really want to participate, but Prince Alfred insisted that I must. Since this will probably be the last time, I’ll endure it and join him.

Suddenly, Prince Alfred drew the participants’ attention with a loud voice.

“Everyone, listen up for a moment!”

The venue becomes noisy with a buzz.

“Wait――”

“Today, due to Eleanor’s request, we have decided to break off the engagement!”

The sudden announcement caused a commotion in the venue. I hadn’t heard anything either. It’s unthinkable to bring something up like this in such a place, out of the blue. They should have chosen a better place and timing for the announcement. Ignoring all that, Prince Alfred went ahead without a care. There’s no stopping it now.

Is this ridiculous announcement the reason you were so confident and said, “Leave it to me”?

And Prince Alfred still hadn’t closed his mouth. It seemed he still had something to say.

“And one more thing. There’s a fact I want everyone to know.”

What do you mean? What are you trying to say? My bad feeling is getting stronger and stronger.

She was bullying a certain woman.

“Huh?”

What are you saying? I don’t understand, and I’m left speechless.

“A commoner woman named Vanessa!”

What do you mean? How can you suddenly say such a lie?

“Knowing that fact, I thought I should protect her from bullying. In the process, love blossomed between us. I love her with all my heart. Not only that, but Vanessa is incredibly talented! I want the kingdom to cherish women like her. To show that, I am considering choosing her as my new fiancée!”

Could it be that this is what he meant by “preparation”? Telling an obvious lie to get everyone to accept him? Sacrificing me too?

“Come here, Vanessa.”

“Yes”

The woman who was called stood next to Alfred. She hugged his arm affectionately. She seemed very accustomed to it.

“She is an exceptionally talented magician, a presence that brings bright prospects for the kingdom’s future! Such a woman is truly worthy of being my fiancée.”

I keep repeatedly emphasizing that the woman clinging to my arm is outstanding.

“She has a strong spirit and is willing to stand up against bullying. That’s why she is worthy of being the future queen. Please accept her, everyone.”

“Thank you in advance, everyone.”

Vanessa bowed her head to the nobles as if the throne of a queen had been promised to her.