I Don’t Want to Be a Lady

Finally, the day has come. Today would be the most turbulent day in the history of the Empire. Because it was the day for the first time a woman was given a title.

“Lady! You’re… You’re really cool.” Madrenne had been making a fuss since the morning.

As promised, Jacob had brought a robe the evening before, along with boots and gloves to match.

Jacob had a complexion that he couldn’t sleep well for a few days. It’s my fault for my slow hands. He didn’t think the reason was that she only gave him a week.

The robe Jacob made was truly a masterpiece. It had a stylish line that fitted Arianne’s body perfectly and a smooth fabric that showed that it was the best quality without having to say it. It was formal yet stylish, with perfect stitching. There was no shortage of it. It was simply perfect.

“It’s really the best. You’re really good, right?”

I threw away the pompous noble’s tone before I knew it and praised Jacob with admiration.

“My skills are natural, but the Lady’s beauty seems to make my outfit shine even more.”

I liked Jacob’s unpretentious, honest appearance.

“That’s also true. By the way! I decided after looking at this robe. I want you to make my wedding dress. What do you think?”

I ordered a wedding dress from Gaveniel’s dressing room not too long ago. But I frowned when I saw the dress design, which was puffed up and full of frills. I will look like a giant whipped cream cake if I wear this.

Just because Gaveniel was the most famous didn’t necessarily mean I liked the dress they made. Honestly, everyone wants to own their dresses because of their fame, but how many people find them beautiful?  They were famous because they’re expensive, so it might be deceiving yourself that it’s pretty.

The dress that was just inflated because of such self-satisfaction wouldn’t please me. But just in time, I didn’t expect to meet such a genius designer with such an upright. I guess I was lucky.

“If you leave it to me, I will make Lady the most beautiful bride in the world.”

At Jacob’s words, I gave a satisfied smile.

“The wedding will be held in two weeks. I want you to bring it to me three days in advance this time. I mean, I have to do rehearsals. And thank you for agreeing. For this robe and wedding dress.” If it wasn’t for him, I would have gone to receive my title in a dress rather than a robe.

Jacob smiled at my thanks and bowed his head. “Rather, I should be grateful. Thank you for wearing outfits made by me. Then, I will see Lady soon with samples and drafts of the wedding dress.”

Shortly after Jacob left the mansion, another guest came.

“Lady, a person referring to himself as your aide has come.”

The maid notified me about Bein’s visit.

“I’ll be out soon, so tell him to wait a moment.”

Madrenne began to do my makeup and hair with her skillful skill. In line with my robe, my hair was neatly tied back without any frills. With my elegant silver hair, navy blue top embroidered with gold thread, a simple cummerbund [1] wrapped around my waist, white pants that showed off my slender legs underneath, and black boots made of good quality leather. It was a perfect example of noble.

“Now, let’s get out.”

As I came down to the main hall, everyone who was waiting gave an exclamation. Among them, Madam Kaien raised her eyebrows in surprise and approached me.

“You really surprise me every time I see you. I’d like to join, but unfortunately, I wasn’t given the qualifications. Please, I want you to act with confidence.”

“Yes, Mother.”

I greeted her by bowing my upper body slightly, following the etiquette of male nobles.

“To think Charter didn’t see you like this and left earlier… He must have fallen for you again if he sees you.”

Again? I don’t think he has ever fallen for me in the first place. She was probably saying this because she didn’t know our contractual relationship.

“I will see you in a little while. Then, I will leave before it’s too late.”

“Yes, go ahead.”

As I nodded and greeted each person who came out to see me off, I saw someone who shouldn’t be there. Why are you here?

It was Layla. She was the one who intentionally avoided me after the hunting competition as if she didn’t even want to run into me. I stared at her, slightly surprised to see her out of her room.

“Hmph!”

Layla, as expected, let out a snort and turned her head away.

What? If that’s the case, why did you even come out? She didn’t even want to run into me, but she came out to see me off… I guess she must have been very curious about me.

I also turned my head and headed to the front door. Bein was waiting in front of the door. I stood for a moment, glanced at Bein, and said, “You listened well, didn’t you? I was worried that the money I gave you to buy clothes would have been used to buy food.”

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Bein lifted his glasses with his index finger and said, “I do what Lady instructed me to do perfectly.”

“Yes, but I guess you forgot to buy shoes.”

At my words, Bein looked down at his feet and said nonchalantly, “Lady didn’t instruct me to buy shoes.”

That’s right, I didn’t instruct him to buy shoes. Still, what’s the point of wearing new clothes but worn-out shoes? He’s such a senseless fellow…

Pouting my lips in disapproval, I said, “Even if I don’t say that much, you should do it yourself.”

“Yes, I’ll try my best.”

I almost felt irritated by Bein’s indifferent attitude of answering insincerely, but I endured it. Let’s hold it in. It’s an important day. There’s no need to waste your energy here.

The awarding ceremony would be a turning point in my life. Maybe that was why today, I felt like I could tolerate looking at Count Bornes’s face. Of course, it was just what I thought.

No way, he’s not coming, is he?  I might throw my gloves on that face if I ran into him. And I might say, ‘Let’s fight for the title!’

After climbing into the carriage under Bein’s escort, I offered Bein to join me. “We have a long way to go, but it will be boring, so let’s ride together. There something I want to ask.”

At my words, Madrenne’s eyes, standing next to Bein, glistened with anticipation.

“Madrenne, it’s not you.”

For a moment, Madrenne seemed to bow her head and cursed at me, but since today was an important day, I decided to let it go.

Bein quietly climbed into the carriage. I couldn’t figure out what the young man sitting across from me was thinking about. There was no individuality or will in his tone or gesture. Should I say he was like a skinny wooden doll with no emotions.

It seemed to be because of those blurry glasses that I couldn’t even see his eyes properly. People have to look into their eyes and speak to understand the truth hidden inside.

In the end, I asked in frustration, “Can you see in front of you with those glasses on?”

Bein paused for a moment at my question, then said, “This is not for viewing.”

“What kind of shit is that?”

Bain had to explain, but he didn’t feel the need to explain, so he shut up. I looked at the madman, then turned my head out of the window.

After a moment of silence.

“What about the kids?”

At my sudden remark, Bein raised his head and looked at me. Bein, who probably thought I was asking about his younger siblings, answered calmly. “I told them to stay inside quietly today.”

“Hmm~ Will that brat Teil really listen?”

Bein let out a low sigh and said, “I don’t think so.”

“Pfft! That brat was very fearless. He threw dirt at noble… Still, teach him to never do that again. You know what I mean, don’t you?” I said, still looking out the window.

Bein understood what Arianne meant. To be honest, he was really surprised to hear the whole story from Teil. What Teil did could have resulted in immediate punishment for the contempt of the nobility. Even if he was still a child, there was no way nobles would forgive him.

But the lady of Bornes, the evilest family in the Empire, forgave him? As a young man, he couldn’t figure out the reason. Of course, there was a rumor that Arianne was an angel, but the lady was definitely not an angel. He also thought that rumors were not to be believed. Seeing that she forgave his younger brother and gave himself a chance. But… He won’t know whether this would be a real opportunity or the beginning of the destruction until he goes through it.

The smart Bein knew the meaning of Arianne’s bestowal of title. Therefore, he had no doubt that his future wouldn’t be bright. Nevertheless, her proposal was a golden opportunity that he would never have twice in his life. So Bein decided to take advantage of this opportunity actively. He won’t allow anything to stand in his way.

“We have arrived.”

The coachman announced their arrival at the Imperial Palace. I took a deep breath and said to Bein, “Let’s go.”

When I got off the carriage, the chamberlain of the imperial palace personally met me. Usually, the chamberlain didn’t come out to greet nobles. They were in an important position to serve the emperor directly. Hence, their position was comparable to that of a count. It was unreasonable for them to meet a noble who had come only to receive a title baroness. However, the fact that such a person came out to meet me would indicate that the emperor cared a lot about me.

“I really don’t know what to do with Chamberlain coming out.”

When I politely bowed my head, the chamberlain greeted me with a friendly smile.

“Welcome. Your Majesty is waiting for you early. Come in.”

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I entered the palace under the guidance of the chamberlain. Behind me, Bein followed with an expression still unknown inside.

“Lady Arianne is coming.”

As the chamberlain announced my arrival, the door to the ceremony was opened.