I Possessed The Villain’s Childhood Friend

58 – Pre-Break Prom – 4

“It’s the first time I’ve ever danced in a ballroom like this.”

Sofia, who moved to the stage with Leon, said quietly.

“Well, I guess.”

Leon wasn’t particularly surprised.

She is a special student who was born as a commoner.

It was only natural that she was unfamiliar with dancing in a place like this.

Also, because Arcana’s ball is an autonomous form, dance was not included in liberal arts classes.

If you want to learn, you have to sign up for additional classes.

And if Leon remembers correctly, Sofia’s extra classes didn’t include dancing.

“Then you don’t even know the basics?”

“I learned the basics from Reina-sama and Helen-sama, but to be honest, I’m not confident.”

“It’s good if you know the basics. It’s okay to make mistakes….”

To be honest, Sophia wanted to run away right away.

Because the countless stares around her were turning her head white.

The fact that the first dance partner chosen by Crown Prince Leon, who hadn’t even decided on her partner, was Sophia, a special student for a commoner, was understandable, but she couldn’t help but draw a lot of attention.

She even laughed openly.

If she hadn’t promised Leon, Sofia would have somehow made up an excuse for her and ran away.

‘Why?’

Such questions kept running through her head.

She

She wanted to hang out with everyone, including herself.

But she couldn’t attend the ball right away because her dress was torn.

Then she wouldn’t mind waiting and enjoying herself.

In fact, the first thing Sofia saw when she entered the main banquet hall was Reina and Ike dancing in the center of her stage.

She was gorgeous and beautiful enough to attract all eyes, thought Sofia, although she didn’t know much about dancing.

Leon, the crown prince, should be able to show something just like the two of us, or even more.

But why did she dare to wait for herself alone?

Sophia couldn’t understand.

“Since Miss Sophia is the first honorable dance partner, I will do my best to lead.”

Sophia’s thoughts were roughly grasped by Leon.

She expected, too, that she would feel burdened if she found out that she had been waiting.

But why did she keep waiting for Sofia?

‘… Because she originally wanted me to be her partner.’

It was simply that.

And although she didn’t reveal it outwardly, she was a frustrated Leon when her partner application was rejected by Sophia.

A small revenge against him was also mixed in.

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The music started with the resounding sound of the piano.

“Okay, I’ll make the flow first, so don’t be nervous and slow down.”

Leon stepped on the step, gently pulling Sophia’s hand.

“It will be comfortable if you focus only on the music without being conscious of the gazes around you.”

Sofia also followed Leon’s words and slowly stepped forward.

Leon’s lead was so perfect that there was no movement that felt difficult for her.

It wasn’t as flashy and beautiful as the dance between Reina and Ike that Sophia had seen earlier, but it was bringing out the best results she could show.

“How is it? Aren’t you happy?”

At Leon’s question, Sofia silently nodded her head.

The tension and strain she felt at first disappeared before she knew it, and she was confident that she enjoyed dancing.

She even thought that if possible, after her vacation is over, she would like to sign up for additional dance classes in her second semester.

“I’m glad. I think Miss Sophia will be able to finish her first dance with a good memory.”

“Thank you.”

The first time I saw the torn dress.

Actually, Sofia wasn’t too frustrated.

Because she already knew how her own existence was shown in her arcana.

I didn’t tell everyone including Reina and Leon, but in fact, this kind of thing was common.

When I’m walking down the street alone, someone trips and falls.

I bought new books for study more than 5 times because they were dirty or torn.

I would be lying if I said it wasn’t hard.

But if there is a reason why Sophia could hold on?

‘Can we dance together at least once at the prom?’

‘Because Miss Sophia is Miss Sophia.’

‘Ms. Sophia. Do you have any difficulties?’

‘I consider myself lucky to have been able to meet everyone, including Ms. Sophia.’

Because there were everyone who took care of my weak self, worried about me, and looked at me as I am.

Above all.

They said, ‘Unlike me, Ms. Sophia is a really strong person. I thought that in order for me to change, I should imitate you, not anyone else.’

It was because Reina believed that she was strong.

So when she first saw her dress ripped, Sophia didn’t shed a tear just because of that fact.

But when she realized that she couldn’t be with everyone, a drop of water flowed down Sophia’s cheek.

“Your Highness.”

Sophia knew that the fact that she was dancing at the ball now was nothing short of a miracle.

So she vowed to spread this feeling to everyone.

“Thank you as always.”

First of all, Leon, who is dancing with me.

“Please take good care of me in the future.”

She expressed her sincerity with a kind smile.

“… Okay.”

Leon, who was aloof until just now, saw that smile and was stunned for a moment.

She felt as if she would discover emotions she had never felt before.

Of course, Sophia was completely unaware of Leon’s thoughts.

She only thinks of her.

‘I have to change now too.’

Because that was all.

★

“Everyone worked hard during the first semester.”

“Starting tomorrow, it’s a real vacation.”

The time right before the prom ends.

We were all sitting at the table together enjoying a break.

My whole body was sore.

This is why I didn’t like the prom.

I may sound boastful when I say this, but I am a very popular seller among nobles.

Being the second son of the Duke of Axus is a higher position than the eldest son of most aristocratic families.

And even the winning career of Heros’ dance competition.

Of course, there are no records other than this, so I hear the sound of traps.

Anyway, it is an excellent spec that can create a whole new family if you make good achievements afterwards.

I didn’t have a fiancee.

My father has invited me several times, but I have refused all of them.

How would the ladies of other aristocrats react if they saw me like that at a ball?

Innumerable dance invitations come in.

It is also against the etiquette to refuse because there is no partner.

In the end, a situation is created where you have to continue dancing with someone until the prom is over.

Fortunately, as a result of consistent practice, I have enough dancing skills to not be criticized by others.

I don’t have much talent for dancing and I don’t even like it, so it was hard enough for me to keep dancing.

“Ha ha.”

In fact, it was also something that could be solved by quickly making a fiancee.

Even if it was because of the age difference that we couldn’t attend Arcana together, it was one way to reject her dance application by citing the fact that she had a fiancée.

But I had no intention of making a betrothal to me.

At least until we see Rayna completely happy.

If I had an engaged partner, I would not be able to act freely like I do now.

“Ike, are you okay?”

Helen asked me while I was replenishing my stamina with refreshments.

“Oh, yes. No problem.”

“But since we danced together earlier, your complexion hasn’t been good.”

“That….”

“You don’t have to worry, Miss Helen.”

It was Raina who cut off my answer and opened her mouth instead.

“Ike was inexperienced in dancing since he was little. Maybe it’s because I’m tired.”

Of course, nothing good will happen if the fact that you are an aristocrat and your dance is immature is spread.

So I tried to come up with another excuse, but I never thought I would say that.

Of course I know everyone here is not going to spread rumors.

“Reina….”

“Huh.”

At her call with my lamentation, Reina snorted at her and turned her head away.

What did I do wrong?

She arrives at the banquet hall, escorts Reina, and has no problem until halfway through her dance.

Since a certain moment, Reina has been in this state.

From the way you talk to Sophia or Helen, it doesn’t seem like there’s anything else wrong with you.

“Ha ha.”

Sighs came out in various ways.

“It’s cool.”

She went out to the terrace alone to catch her breath.

It was summer, but a cool breeze blew at night.

“What are you doing by yourself?”

Reina stood there as she turned her attention to her voice.

“It’s just hot.”

“It’s vacation starting tomorrow.”

Every time I met her face, Reina, who snorted and looked away, talked to me as if nothing had happened.

“I feel kind of lonely.”

“… Okay.”

There was no change in Reina’s expression when she said that, and it was the same cold atmosphere as usual.

But she could tell for sure that she meant it just now.

“So what are you so mad about?”

She thought she’d ask what she was curious about since the two of them were together.

Then Reina snorted again and looked away from her.

She seemed to be fine, so I asked her if she was back to normal.

“… I’m not particularly angry.”

She thought so, but luckily Reina continued her words.

“I just felt frustrated.”

It’s frustrating?

What the hell did I do without knowing?

She thought so and studied Reina’s figure carefully.

Her beautiful silver dress went really well with her platinum colored hair.

Her bright moonlight accentuated her cold atmosphere and sharp eyes, creating her charm.

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Purple eyes gave off a dreamy sensibility.

I felt that Reina’s figure, her figure, each and every one of them was beautiful.

Enchanted, to the point where she thought it would be fine for her entire life to pass.

“Ah.”

It was only then that I realized.

What did I do wrong.

“Reina.”

“Yes.”

“The dress suits you really well.”

She said that a woman who came dressed differently than usual should be praised, she said before the gathering.

Sofia’s dress was torn and she had forgotten it.

“….”

After hearing my words, Reina didn’t say anything for a while.

And then.

“Cook.”

She

She laughed, covering her mouth.

Somehow, it was a different reaction from what I expected.

However, Reina’s giggling figure was attractive enough.

“I feel like an idiot for being frustrated for some reason.”

“… If there’s anything strange, I’d like her to tell me directly.”

“It’s not like that.”

Raina stood squarely in front of me and looked at me.

“Ike.”

Then she slowly opened her mouth.

“Thank you so much.”

It was an inexplicable thank you.

To the point where she doubted whether it was Reina who had been snorting and looking away from her.

But she said that because Reina, who smiled, was so beautiful.

I was stunned without realizing it.

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I couldn’t help but laugh when I saw the awkward way he praised me while blushing in her face.

And only then did I know.

I think I like Ike.

This feeling of truly liking him who is blunt but kind and works for me.

I finally realized it.

But I have to let go of this feeling.

I am the fiancée of the Crown Prince, Her Highness Leon.

Of course, cheating wasn’t uncommon in the aristocratic society, where most marriages were arranged.

Because it is very difficult to find love in an arranged marriage.

On the contrary, some nobles took it for granted to have extramarital partners.

But it wasn’t like that for me.

Because I have to become a support for His Highness Leon, who will lead the empire from now on.

So let’s get rid of this emotion.

So that no one is sad.

So that it doesn’t bother anyone.

For the knight who said he would always protect me.

I made a quiet promise.