LGHTNOVELBOOK After Resignation, I Refuse the Obsession from the Male Leads
“But remember their faces and names.” How can we live with all the gossip about us every time? Just wait and see, I’ll make your life hell… After the kids went inside. ‘Now, I should go in with the people from the department.’ I looked around. Since we had to enter together by department, I needed to meet with Seamus, the male lead, and the mastermind near the door. ‘Ah, I found Seamus first!’ Because of his unique hair color, he was easy to find even from over 100m away. But as I got closer to him, my mouth dropped open. When I first saw him in a dress that wasn’t ‘a company punk’, I realized. ‘Wow, this is a real romance fantasy novel.’ I didn’t realize it until I was wearing a dress! Yeah, even though he has minus social skills… ‘Seamus Finley was also a proper sub-male lead…!’ The original story was centered around the female and male leads, but this one was also a male lead candidate who had a subtle romance with a rivalry story. His figure stood out, dressed in a black coat adorned with gleaming decorations, keeping his mouth shut. A face boasting a splendid decadence was revealed through his dark purple bangs. ‘He really looks like a handsome cat.’ I wish he could be that dignified all the time. How exemplary is it to have the buttons properly done up and not undone? ‘…Huh? But?’ Why was he wearing a tie? He had been consistently walking around with his shirt unbuttoned since our field trip days. [I can’t do anything to my neck.] After hearing that, I thought he was uncomfortable with the decorations on his neck. “Seamus, why are you…” When I approached him to tell him that it was the first time I saw him wearing a tie. “…!” I flinched when I saw his face. I would greatly appreciate your continued support by leaving a positive rating on NU so I can continue translating this novel. Thank you.
Chapter 41
“Ah, no, have you been well? Miss Lowell…? And this is Miss Lowell’s family!”
The children awkwardly mumbled their greetings. “H, hello, Priest!” “Ah, may there be blessings, little lambs…! In the name of the God of Time and Purification, I offer my prayers.” The gossipers paused at the last words. The blessings of the temple were an honor that only high-ranking nobles could receive in this era. ‘Because after the saint’s death, the number of those with divine power decreased drastically.’ Therefore, even if it was just a courtesy, hearing such words from a priest was a great honor. ‘I should be thankful for this situation.’ But suddenly, an unpleasant voice came from behind the priest. “What’s this? Since when did Miss Lowell become part of the priest’s family?” “…! Your Excellency, the Grand Duke!” Not only I, but many others also gasped and shouted. Just like his son, who was obsessed with his work, Duke Lupesque had no interest in the affairs of the imperial palace. ‘He’s always been in the north.’ It seemed that even though everyone had heard the rumor “The Grand Duke is coming!”, they didn’t quite believe it. ‘Everyone seems quite surprised.’ But why did the person in question open his arms wide towards me? “Hohoho, aren’t you the benefactor of our family!” The corridor, which had fallen silent like a dead mouse, began to hum with chatter. “A, a benefactor of the family?” “What does it mean…” “I’ve heard that you’re working with the Great Young Master, but a ‘benefactor’?” …I, too, wonder what this is all about. ‘What have I done? Was there ever a reason for me to be called a benefactor?’ The Grand Duke came closer to me. And with a hearty laugh, he slapped my shoulder with his large hand. It might have been a light tap for him, but for me, my knees wobbled for a moment. “Haha! Thanks to Miss Lowell, he finally came to his senses!” “Huh, y, yes?” What’s he talking about? The Grand Duke lowered his voice so that only I could hear. “He suddenly started talking about something he wants to do later.” “Ah…” “I don’t have any thoughts right now, but if something comes to mind, I’ll say it!” The day after I got drunk and spent the night at the Grand Duke’s place, we went to work together. It seems that the male lead took my words seriously when I told him to speak to his father about future matters. ‘I was a bit arrogant back then, but was it okay?’ But I don’t think I should be receiving such a big thank you for that, right? “Thank you for your words, but it might not have been because of me.” “Ey! He’s never done it until now, but if it happened after Lowell came and went, it’s obvious, isn’t it?” “Ah, yes, yes. That’s a reasonable point.” Damn, at this rate, the fact that I spent the night at the male lead’s house with a hangover will all be revealed. Anyway… ‘The people who were complaining now have their mouths tightly shut.’ They were weak when it came to strength, but as soon as the strongest predator appeared, they immediately fell silent. Just earlier, there were people who pitied Allison Capres because of me, and now they were making faces as if saying, “It’s over.” ‘They must think I’ll go and tattletale to the Grand Duke.’ …And judging from the way the Grand Duke winked heartily, it seemed like he had heard all that and stepped forward. ‘It’ll be quite a headache later.’ Listening to behind-the-back gossip is honestly an unpleasant thing, so I decided to gratefully accept the support. ‘Even if I use my brain, there’s nothing I can do about such gossip.’ Meanwhile, the Grand Duke grumbled to the priest. “Ahem, but Priest Lumière.” “May the blessings of the gods be upon you, Your Excellency the Grand Duke.” “Since when have you known Miss Lowell? I thought you were busy with the temple affairs.” “Hehe! It hasn’t been long, but we plan to continue our relationship for a long time.” “What did you say?” The veins on the Grand Duke’s forehead stood out. “Could it be…? Is your master, the Crow family, after this young lady as well?” Wait, what? The Grand Duke narrowed his eyes and whispered to Priest Lumière. “Surely, the Duke of Crow’s family isn’t eyeing Miss Lowell, is it?” “Your Excellency the Grand Duke…” “Tell your master to wake up from such futile dreams—Miss Lowell is too good for that sly fox.” I was terrified. ‘Last time he visited the dormitory, he acted like a gentleman! How could he shock and terrify the priest like this!’ Priest Lumière fortunately shook his head like a man of common sense. “Your Excellency, the temple has always supported Miss Lowell’s family. So, we haven’t been ‘eyeing’ her, as you say.” “Hmm.” “It’s not ‘eyeing’—this is destiny… God has made a path to lead Miss Lowell’s steps to the temple and the Crow family.” “You can plant roses on the road to hell.” “What are you talking about! Even our master cares about Miss Lowell!” Damn, that priest wasn’t a man of common sense either. I should have noticed it from the priest’s clueless attitude. ‘What? The mastermind cares about me? Well, of course, he should.’ Subordinates with eyes for the core? Even I would pretend to care for them at least. ‘But… last time, he was even bleeding from his nose.’ Leaving aside how annoying it is, is he working to the point of harming his health? I’ll give you bonus points for not playing around alone. Anyway, I no longer had time to watch the two of them bickering over something that wasn’t even funny, while leaving the children behind. “All family members of the 218th class officials, please come to the second waiting room!” The time to gather the families of the new officials was approaching. I suddenly became anxious as reality struck me. ‘The Grand Duke and Priest Lumière can’t enter there.’ Although it will be for a short time, these children will have to wait without me. I lectured the younger siblings who were just a bit younger than me. “Guys, take good care of the younger kids. Hold their hands tightly.” “Mhm, Unnie!” “If other people start a fight, avoid them.” “Mhm!”“But remember their faces and names.” How can we live with all the gossip about us every time? Just wait and see, I’ll make your life hell… After the kids went inside. ‘Now, I should go in with the people from the department.’ I looked around. Since we had to enter together by department, I needed to meet with Seamus, the male lead, and the mastermind near the door. ‘Ah, I found Seamus first!’ Because of his unique hair color, he was easy to find even from over 100m away. But as I got closer to him, my mouth dropped open. When I first saw him in a dress that wasn’t ‘a company punk’, I realized. ‘Wow, this is a real romance fantasy novel.’ I didn’t realize it until I was wearing a dress! Yeah, even though he has minus social skills… ‘Seamus Finley was also a proper sub-male lead…!’ The original story was centered around the female and male leads, but this one was also a male lead candidate who had a subtle romance with a rivalry story. His figure stood out, dressed in a black coat adorned with gleaming decorations, keeping his mouth shut. A face boasting a splendid decadence was revealed through his dark purple bangs. ‘He really looks like a handsome cat.’ I wish he could be that dignified all the time. How exemplary is it to have the buttons properly done up and not undone? ‘…Huh? But?’ Why was he wearing a tie? He had been consistently walking around with his shirt unbuttoned since our field trip days. [I can’t do anything to my neck.] After hearing that, I thought he was uncomfortable with the decorations on his neck. “Seamus, why are you…” When I approached him to tell him that it was the first time I saw him wearing a tie. “…!” I flinched when I saw his face. I would greatly appreciate your continued support by leaving a positive rating on NU so I can continue translating this novel. Thank you.
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