Maeryn was dumbfounded as if not expecting that from Seraphine before chuckling to brush off that awkwardness and speaking up, "Ah! Yes, Lady Seraphine. I am sorry; I must have forgotten."
Seraphine pulled her hands back.
Someone as dense as Maeryn was able to notice the unfriendliness and coldness in Seraphine's tone, and therefore, she didn't dare refute despite her displeasure.
Seraphine nodded.
This wasn't enough to put down Maeryn's mood for the girl became excited again and rushed to tell, "I heard that you managed to invite the Crown Prince! I heard gossips on how handsome he looked and talented he was! Due to this, I have been looking forward to see him!"
Most of the people on the invite list was decided on by Lyle, and as the contents of the novels were getting blurry too, Seraphine didn't remember a small detail as the Crown Prince coming over to her fifth birthday.
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There was Kayden to hold her shoulders and stabilize her prior to she could fall on the ground and embarrass herself."Be careful," he said— his tone holding a hint of panic.Raising her head, she smiled at him brightly and expressed, "Thank you!"After that, he let go of her, and she stood up properly. Then, her eyes fell on the gift packaging in their hand, and a sparkle was present in her eyes."Is that for me?" she commented, pointing at the box.Sharon nodded and said, "My brother and I picked it up for you. I hope you like it, Lady Seraphine."Instead of handing the gift over to butler, Seraphine personally accepted it and hugged the gift. Then, she joyfully voiced out, "Since both of you selected it, there are no chances I will not enjoy it."Other than some close associates, barely any adults were invited, and it could be seen why the Marquis didn't arrive w
Seraphine kept a close eye on Sharon as the little girl ate pastries, treating them akin to a treasure, and once again that ache travelled through her heart.At times, she used her handkerchief to wipe off the crumbs on Sharon's face, and following that, Sharon continued eating in a bright mood.Her eyes then fell on Kayden. She could easily pamper Sharon for to her, the girl was cute and easily resembled a child in her behaviour.Same couldn't be said for Kayden who was much mature, and that's why, although Seraphine was mentally older, she treated the boy as someone of her age."Do you not like these?" Seraphine questioned, indicating the snacks placed before them.Other than drinking tea, Kayden hadn't touched the cookies neither did he go after the cakes. As a child, she didn't believe he wouldn't be tempted unless he wasn't fond of them.He responded, "It's not that I am fond o
When Seraphine opened her eyes, she was greeted with the sight of Clayton in front of her and, instantly, closed her eyes, taking this to be a nightmare."Clayton's face is indeed a nightmare," she mumbled, letting out a groan.In a drowsy state, she was determined to change the character in her dream when she turned to look the other way.However, her wish wasn't accomplished as she felt a pinch on her cheeks which caused her to awaken from her stupor, and pain immediately caused her to open her eyes.Her nose crinkled, and creases appeared between both of her eyebrows due to Clayton. She didn't understand why she needed to start a pleasant day by seeing his face first thing in the morning."Why are you here?" she questioned— her displeased mood showing.Seraphine pulled off his hand from her cheek while she sat on the bed and fixed her hair prior to folding her hands over her ches
No matter how much she desired to have this serious conversation with him, seeing him sit in front of her made her feel awkward, and she didn't know how to start the words.As Lyle was concentrated on his tea, Seraphine picked up the plate with slice of cake on it and absentmindedly, stuck her fork into it."What was it that you wanted to talk about?" Lyle questioned. "You even softened your attitude for it."Seraphine raised her head and said, "That, Brother, were you hurt by my rude attitude?"The instant those words left her mouth she noticed Lyle had grimaced, and his expression seemed to ask her whether or not she was talking nonsense.Seraphine chuckled. This was after all what she had expected from her brother."In the beginning, Brother, I tried to get along with everyone and do whatever you wanted me to. You noticed that as well, right?But overtime, I hate
"Alright," he said, "This is my fault; I shouldn't try to get your feathers ruffled."Lyle found her incredibly cute, especially when she was being this serious, and instead of following her words along, it made him want to tease her further."And aren't you smart as proclaimed by yourself? Why don't you understand why Kayden and Sharon would be dangerous then?" he pointed out.Seraphine truly felt he was mocking her. Nonetheless, leaning against the couch, she truly attempted to make the heads and tails out of the situation, and understand everything from Lyle's perspective."The Marquis or the twins can't physically harm me neither would the honor of the family be hurt by me hanging around with them. At most, I will be a little talked about.That's not a big deal and wouldn't affect anyone. Are you afraid of the twins manipulating and using me?" Seraphine raised one of her eyebrows.
Prior to attending the classes, she made sure to check with Clayton and recorded what was taught to beginners in sword training.After that, Lyle informed her, on subjects only required for female, she will be taught along with Sharon. As for the gender neutral subjects, the classes will be attended with Eli Weiton and the twins.The sword training classes will be done with Eli and Kayden, and with that, her schedule was all packed. Nonetheless, Seraphine felt satisfied.Eli wasn't fond of her neither was she of that egoistical, cold brat. As long as they kept away from each of their paths, it would be alright.With all that settled, she waited for Kayden and Sharon to arrive, so that they can go shopping together. Shopping would be able to energize her before the classes were able to start.As Seraphine tapped her fingers on the table, she counted time before twins arrived, and hearing their voices
Not minding it, Kayden smiled and answered, "I will try to."True sincerity was noticeable in her tone when she stated, "I really like you a lot. Why can't the others around me be half as good as you?"Seraphine was truly close to tearing up.Her exaggerated facial expressions caused Kayden to let out a chuckle, and he didn't misunderstand the meaning behind those words.That's when, Seraphine felt someone poking on her waist. This caused her to turn her head, and her sight fell on Sharon."Do you like me as well?"As Sharon questioned, Seraphine was unable to hold in a squeal due to how adorable she was and held herself back from hugging.Widely smiling, Seraphine voiced out, "How can I not like my lovely Sharon? You are the cutest!"It didn't make sense to Seraphine how she found all other children of her age irritating while her feelings fo
Arriving at one of the trendiest boutique in Capital, Seraphine energetically entered into the place. Her hand was clutched by Sharon.Due to anxiety on Sharon's face, Seraphine carefully walked with her. This was Sharon's first time coming to such a place, so her emotions were understandable.Betty followed behind her along with Kayden, who kept a close eye on his sister. Noah Reighton was behind all of them.As the Duke's daughter, Seraphine had the new clothes delivered to her closet all the time, but there was a certain type of joy when it came to shopping.Moreover, her intent for coming over today was due to the twins. Since Seraphine had a lot of money, she didn't try to be stingy and decided to buy a set of clothes for both of them.If both of them were slightly older, Seraphine might have considered their pride, but seeing how they were children, Seraphine believed they didn't possess such