Chapter 11

Derrick's reaction was much tamer. All he said was, "I'll keep you safe, Your Highness."I told him and Felix to take care of themselves, subtly hinting that they should keep themselves chaste. I didn't want them to be blinded by the plot armor that was bound to come with the female protagonist's existence.They looked confused, but they still nodded. "Yes, Your Highness."…I remembered how well Rowan had taken care of me before. I hesitated but ultimately found a chance to speak to him. "Three days from now, you need to watch out. I don't know why it came to me, but I dreamed that you would be injured and on the brink of death."His expression shifted slightly. "Very well. I'll be cautious, Your Highness."But three days later, I still received word that he'd been gravely wounded. Fortunately, a mysterious female physician treated him. That had to be the female protagonist.I thought it over and couldn't help myself—I got into disguise and went to see him. As always, my timing

Chapter 12

Rowan didn't come looking for me again. I figured he'd given up—he was proud and dignified, after all, and he had the female protagonist with him.But ten days later, in a clash between the two armies, Gerard led a squad to strike the enemy's rear. Rowan should've sent another unit to support them, but he didn't.Instead, he stood in front of me while the soldiers were frantic outside. He strolled into my tent like it was nothing, looking calm and unhurried as he asked, "So, will you marry me?"I stared at him in disbelief. "Have you lost your mind, Rowan?"He came closer, still looking as refined and elegant as always. "Have you forgotten something, Your Highness? You're the one who flirted with me first. You need to stick with something once you've started it. I taught you that, didn't I?"I gaped at him. "But you literally had me thrown behind bars.""The streets were crowded then, and there were too many prying eyes. Your behavior was wanton, and your reputation would've suff

Chapter 13

On our wedding day, Rowan didn't do what he was supposed to do. Instead, he pulled a few letters from his sleeve. He read them to me word for word.The letters overflowed with tender affection and were utterly moving. However, there was one problem—the signatures were off.They were from Felix and Gerard, respectively. There was nothing from Derrick, which was within my expectations. He was the most obedient of them all.A smile tugged at Rowan's lips, which made me go numb. That smile meant he was about to lose it. But was this necessary? I hadn't even written back.In the past six months, he'd been dazzling in court. His talent had been on full display, and he'd quietly positioned himself to be the next chancellor.I was honestly terrified he would go off the rails.Sure enough, he leaned in and whispered into my ear, "Are you feeling regretful that I'll be the only one by your side from now on, Your Highness?""A little, I guess," I said."Then, how about I change into a dif

Chapter 14

Extra: Rowan's POVI was furious. For the first time, I lost my gentlemanly composure and said some cutting words. But all Claire did was nod solemnly and acknowledge what I'd said.My world turned gray again.Later, I heard about Felix tutoring Claire. It seemed he'd accepted her offer.Ha! Such behavior was truly contemptible. So why… was I jealous? What was I jealous of? That Felix had cast aside his dignity to be with her?I was, it seemed, even more pathetic than him.And then came the palace banquet, where I saw Claire and Felix kissing behind the rockery. It felt like my entire chest was about to explode, but all I did was watch her coldly.Later, when His Majesty asked if I wanted to tutor her, I agreed, especially after seeing the fearful look on her face.I started tutoring Claire. Day after day, I lectured her about etiquette and propriety, but she didn't seem to understand.Alas. She was foolish, but adorably so.Her words were flippant, and she clearly had a fick

All Chapters of Prim and Proper, Kiss and Conquer: Chapter 11 - Chapter 14

Chapter 11

Chapter 12

Chapter 13

Chapter 14