# 36
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When people's eyes were elsewhere, I deliberately spilled the drink down Veronica's skirt, pretending it was an accident.
"Yes!"
I'm really sorry Veronica, but this was the only way to get you out of here.
“Evelin, are you okay?”
"I'm sorry. It's Evelyn's fault. I'm sorry!"
“It's okay, I'm really fine.”
Veronica nodded gently as she brushed her skirt and asked me:
"I think I need to go to the bathroom for a moment. Can you stay alone?"
“Yes, and Evelyn is sorry.”
“I'm really fine.”
Veronica looked at me with eyes like a little girl's, and assured me several times that she was fine before she left.
I looked around.
Most of the people had exited the hall, but those who remained were casting glances outside.
This means that no one pays attention to me.
I fixed my posture in which I was acting like a child all the time. I straightened my back and looked forward as if I were Veronica herf.
Then I turned away from Duke Spelman, it was as if Veronica had never left her place.
I was pretending to watch outside when a maid approached me.
“…Someone is looking for the princess outside.”
"I?"
“Yes, Your Highness.”
“Does it have to be now?”
The maid replied coldly.
“Yes, he said he should be by now. He told us he came from far west.”
West?
“He said his name was Taylord.”
Taylord.
I don't know who he is, but Veronica sure knows that name.
“I'll go.”
“I will accompany you.”
I nodded and followed her, avoiding any glances that might be directed at me, and hiding my eyes as I followed her.
You succeeded.
You fooled them again. I had a small feeling of excitement.
* * *
What Augustin had prepared was enough to attract everyone's attention.
Short, powerful fireworks decorated the sky.
He found a suitable excuse and pulled two belts out. And Sertin came out with it more easily than he thought.
“What a romantic act from the young duke!”
People began to talk excitedly, praising Augustin.
Augustin made sure he had enough time.
Twenty minutes.
His gaze met that of Duke Spelman, who nodded.
'We succeeded!'
Augustin burst out laughing
“This is what Spellman should do. Today, Spellman has specially prepared this place for Her Highness the Princess, so we should have done our best.”
Pretend to laugh hard.
The crowd praising Augustin burst into laughter.
"Oh my God! He is Spellman after all. The young Duke is kind-hearted, perhaps because he looks like Her Highness the Duke!"
None of them mentioned Veronica, the heroine of the party.
The main character in this place had already been changed.
Spellman was the main character in this place.
Sertin laughed at this ridiculous farce. There were some looks directed towards Sirtain for sure.
Veronica wasn't there. Not even Duke Spellman was anywhere to be seen.
This means that this play is successful.
At that moment, a servant disguised as a knight approached Cyrtain and offered him a cup.
“Her Highness Princess Veronica has disappeared. They have moved.”
It was as expected.
“Veronica’s safety is the highest priority.”
"I was given instructions. People follow them and we will never lose track of them."
“What about the person?”
The servant understood who Sirtin meant and nodded.
“He moved too.”
Sertin gripped the cup tightly. He would never let them get away.
Now, it's time to fish for two sirens
The thought of sinking his teeth into Duke Spellman's ass made him feel ecstatic. He felt like he had caught the enemy's flag.
It was no longer Spielmann who was chasing him, but now it was Cyrtain who was chasing him. Cyrtain licked his lips.
He felt sorry for Veronica, but he was sure she wouldn't come to any harm.
“I will follow them immediately. Tighten security at the place, and arrest anyone who behaves strangely immediately.”
“Yes, Your Highness.”
Sertin was walking slowly.
“Evelyn!”
A familiar voice was heard from afar. A person was seen rushing through the crowd of people who were entering the banquet hall like a salmon.
“Sirten, Your Highness the Crown Prince!”
Familiar voice.
Figure. And that gasping face.
Even the makeup and clothes that caused a stir today.
The veil, disheveled and messy, fell to reveal her eyes.
It must be Evelyn. No, Evelyn was supposed to be the one here….
“Veronica…?”
Veronica, who approached with quick steps, grabbed Sertain's wrist tightly. Veronica's panicked gasp spread.
"Did you see Evelyn? She went to the bathroom for a moment, but she disappeared. I'm sure she was here. But no one saw her!"
Veronica asked with a frightened face.
“Maybe she got lost in the park. She must be here. Please help me look, Evelyn. Please?”
He had definitely heard that Veronica had been kidnapped.
His heartbeat was thundering in his ears
He felt like he was suffocating. He felt empty, like when he first stood on the battlefield.
Cyrtain released his wrist from Veronica's grip and turned to Augustin, who was laughing and talking with the women.
They met gazes, and Augustin's smile gradually disappeared.
Augustin, who stayed away from people, approached Certain and Veronica.
Augustin spoke smoothly.
“Her Highness Princess Veronica...”
“Young Duke.”
“I was here then.”
Augustin was speaking in a calm tone, but Cyrtain had made up his mind.
“Here.”
The servants gathered who recognized his signal. They were Cirtin's men.
“Go and summon the knights. Evelin has disappeared. Lock this place down and make sure not to let even a single ant out.”
“Yes, Your Highness!”
“No one is allowed in. Watch even the flying birds!”
The servants nodded and quickly dispersed. While those present began whispering about what was happening. They heard Cyrtain's strong voice
Augustin spoke in a strange voice.
“Evelyn? Has my sister disappeared?”
"Yes."
“Ah, she might have lost her way. It's possible.”
“If so, you'll be back quickly.”
“I hope so, Your Highness.”
Sertine's eyes crinkled. And he clenched his fists. He thought Evelyn would be safe.
Evelyn will come back with a smiling face as always. He will hug her and carry her in his arms.
It will be safe.
Evelin suddenly remembered today; She was wearing the exact same dress as Veronica.
His heart started beating hard.
Evelyn knew.
After thinking, he was sure again.
She must have known that Duke Spellman was targeting Veronica and made up her mind to stop him.
She threw herf, as she always did, into saving the lives of others.
Why on earth?
Why someone of the Spelman lineage!
That girl who had been constantly confusing Sirten and confusing him for the past few months was doing the same thing this time.
The summoned knights came running.
“Your Highness, the entire place has been closed.”
“Before closing, 8 carriages left the palace, and 15 people were checked out of the hall.”
“If anyone disobeys orders and attempts to forcefully leave the banquet hall….”
Sertin continued, looking at Augustin.
“Kill him.”
Augustin rubbed his chin.
This man acts as if he is the master of the royal family.
He is here, and in flagrant violation of Cyrtain's previous order not to appear at the Imperial Palace.
Augustin burst out laughing. It was a strange laugh.
“I think our night is going to be a very long one.”
You bastard