"So," Bernice sat back in her chair, "Can you explain what's going on here?"
Felyn and the three beautiful girls inside the wardrobe looked at each other in bewilderment.
How could this be explained?
Why are all three of you in my bedroom?
And why are all three of you hiding in my wardrobe?
Can someone tell me what on earth is going on here?!
"I'll explain."
Viloti put down the maid's lace underwear in her hands and glanced at Adelina.
"Um, Viloti... don't say that kind of thing out loud!"
Adelina panicked and hurriedly grabbed Viloti's arm.
The usually noble young lady now looked like a child who had done something wrong.
"Oh, alright."
Contrary to Adelina's expectations, Viloti actually nodded.
"Which thing are you referring to? The part about giggling secretly at Felyn's desk, or lying on his bed and sniffing his pillow like a cat? If you mind, I won't mention it."
Adelina felt like her cheeks were about to explode.
She instinctively looked toward Felyn, only to find him staring at her with equal shock.
It's over, it's over, it's over...
"Adelina isn't a pervert, she's a good person," Viloti continued expressionlessly. "Her behavior is just a bit extreme."
"That's not it! I was just..."
Adelina tried to explain but found herself getting more confused the more she spoke.
The evidence was overwhelming!
How could she explain lying on Felyn's bed and frantically sniffing his bedsheets?
The sound of rain outside seemed to grow louder, but it still couldn't cover Adelina's inner collapse.
Suddenly, Adelina seemed to realize something.
She straightened her back, and the panic on her face was gradually replaced by an inexplicable confidence.
"But, but, so what if I lay there!"
Felyn likes me.
This realization filled Adelina's heart with courage.
What's wrong with me lying on Felyn's bed?
Viloti is just jealous that I've won Felyn's love.
Go ahead, say whatever you want.
Felyn loves me, and that's enough.
"Felyn wants to marry me, so what's wrong with me lying on the bed in advance?"
As soon as Adelina said this, the entire room fell silent.
"Adelina? When did I ever say such a thing?!"
Felyn hurriedly spoke up, his voice almost cracking. He didn't remember having any overly intimate interactions with Adelina.
If he had to mention the most intimate behavior, it was just holding hands by the lake one time when making a wish.
Could this be considered a marriage proposal symbol in the eyes of the Claude Family?
The Claude Family is way too innocent!
But Adelina seemed not to hear Felyn's words. She turned to Viloti, her eyes gleaming with victory, becoming more confident as she spoke:
"Viloti, I know you've been pestering Felyn lately. I advise you to give up. Felyn's heart has always been with me."
In the sound of rain, Viloti's expression gradually turned cold.
"Adelina, don't talk nonsense."
Strictly speaking, this was currently Daiyi's service time.
Moreover, Bernice was right there, testing whether she and Daiyi were really a couple.
Adelina's statement at this moment was far too dangerous.
"Felyn, I'm not talking nonsense." When Adelina looked at Felyn, her tone suddenly became very gentle.
"I know your feelings. Don't worry, I'll work hard with you to help you get into Royal Capital Academy."
Adelina's expression was incredibly serious, her eyes showing some tenderness. "When that time comes, I'll seriously consider your proposal."
What proposal?
Felyn didn't remember making any proposal to Adelina related to Capital Academy.
Could it be about ending the contract?
He was completely confused about the situation.
"Adelina, you're being too narcissistic."
Viloti suddenly launched a heavy attack. She had never argued with anyone in her life, but only today, only for this person Felyn, she absolutely couldn't give up. "I don't think Felyn's thoughts align with yours at all."
As a fellow girl, Viloti instantly understood Adelina's narcissistic thinking, leaving only Felyn completely unaware of what the two of them were talking about.
Adelina gently adjusted her skirt, her tone carrying a hint of cold arrogance. "Miss Viloti, I understand your feelings. You might have had a chance originally, but when Felyn was pursuing you, you gave him the cold shoulder. You rejected his pursuit - you failed to seize the opportunity yourself. Now that Felyn doesn't like you anymore, do you still want him to turn back?"
Wait, how did Adelina know that I had previously pursued Viloti?
Felyn had always thought Adelina didn't know about this.
Since she knew, why wasn't she angry?
Why didn't she immediately end the contract and then beat him up?
The world was collapsing before Felyn at a terrifying speed, and his brain could no longer process this situation.
Add to that all the alcohol he'd drunk with Mr. Silafiel, he really wanted to crawl into that bed, pull the covers over his head, and let them fight it out slowly.
Viloti lowered her head, her pink long hair covering her expression.
In the sound of rain, her shoulders trembled slightly.
She had indeed caused Felyn a lot of pain, even though this was beyond her control and not something she wanted to see.
So it was only natural that Felyn would choose to leave her now.
Even if he deliberately wanted to keep his distance from her, it was only natural.
Even if he never wanted to speak to her again for the rest of his life, it was only natural.
But... but I don't want it to be like this.
I want to return to Felyn's side once more, want him to pay attention to me again, even if he just looks at me once more.
Viloti clenched her fists tightly. She stared at the patterns on the floor, her body trembling uncontrollably.
A teardrop quietly fell to the floor, almost unnoticed in the sound of rain.
Seeing Viloti's state, Adelina suddenly realized that her words might have been a bit too harsh.
She opened her mouth, wanting to say something, but found that Viloti had already raised her head.
In those amber eyes, tears and determination intertwined.
Viloti still remembered what Teacher Sofia had told her that night - if she actively tried to understand Felyn and still wanted to be with him, then that was love.
Then I still want to be with Felyn now.
I still want to see Felyn at school next week, still want to eat with him, want to be with Felyn no matter what we're doing.
Viloti walked toward Felyn. Her steps were light, but she had never been this determined before.
In the sound of rain, time seemed to slow down.
Felyn was still somewhat dazed from the alcohol. He watched Viloti approach step by step, saw the dried tear tracks on her face, saw the light flickering in her eyes.
Viloti stopped in front of Felyn. She gently raised her hand and touched his cheek.
From now on, I won't think about everything you did to me in the past. I want to understand the real you.
So please give me a chance.
"Felyn..."
The next second, under everyone's surprised gaze, Viloti stood on her tiptoes and kissed Felyn's lips.
Felyn felt as if time had frozen at this moment. The sound of rain, breathing sounds - everything disappeared.
Only this sudden kiss between two people remained.
(End of Chapter)