Chapter 5: CH 5

I went into the wagon and returned to my house. The first thing I picked up was my honorable notebook and calendar, both are my number one treasure, which meticulously recorded the events in the novel, and I plan to fill in the details of what will happen after the ending that happened before my return. I will definitely use it if I have it. Other things to bring are not very important such as clothes and accessories.

When I returned to the Marquis's mansion, it was already evening. As per the recommendation of the butler, I went down to the dining room for the first time and dined.

Naturally, I exchanged greetings with the chef and other servants. It was only then that I realized this was the butler's way of consideration. Even though I had become a Marquis like a bean roasted by lightning, Uros, the butler, seemed to recognize me as the Marquis's spouse.

** 번갯불에 콩 구워 먹듯/bean roasted by lightning= to behave in an impatient and hasty manner

Because of this, I have no choice but to do my best to save Caelus, but my shoulders feel heavy all over again.

**어깨가 무거워진다/shoulders feel heavy= to feel the sense of burden and responsibility as one undertakes a difficult and important task

"How is your meal? Please tell me if there is anything you particularly enjoy."

"It is as perfect as it can be. I have nothing more to ask for."

I exchanged conversations with the butler in a dignified manner. Even the chef seems relieved with a faint smile. Once again, I emphasized with my whole body that I didn't come to take this home.

I asked cautiously.

"By the way, how was Marquis Caelus today?"

The butler's eyebrows sank.

"He hasn't been out of his room all day. He didn't eat and drink as well."

"Hmmm. I see. He can't. He'd want some fruit punches mixed with brandy."

"!"

The butler did not hide his astonishment.

"No, how... ... !"

I smiled slightly. Naturally, I will know the drink that Caelus seek when he has no appetite. After all, he's my favorite.

"It's too early to be shocked like this, and there will be many more surprises in the future."

"Ahh....."

In front of the astonished butler, I added another word carelessly.

"Tomorrow, I must visit the temple. I am thinking of returning the land that the Marquis had donated for the saintess."

"Yes.......?"

Hearing my words, the butlers and attendants widened their eyes as if in disbelief.

The reason that Diana, who was a commoner, was able to solidify her position within the temple was thanks to the land presented by Caelus.

The butler, who was stunned and tensed, immediately lowered his head deeply. His voice trembled unknowingly.

"All right. I changed my mind. I'll prepare the Marchioness's first outing."

This is the beginning. Diana, I will tell you step-by-step how great the love you received from Caelus was. Judging from the reactions of the butlers and other users, it seems that Diana did not get very good scores from them.

However, in the progress of Diana's relationship with Helios, I could barely understand it. The nobles were initially against their love but eventually approved. The reason is simple. The daughter of the duke, who died after drinking the poisoned tea, fiercely opposed Diana and drove the public opinion, but after she died, the public opinion lost its center and became yu-yamuya.

**유야무야/yu-yamuya= incomplete/vague.

In the end, thanks to that, the couple managed to get married safely. The Marquis' servants couldn't have been ignorant of Caelus' feelings. Although not many in number, they have always unified and served their young master until he reached adulthood.

Perhaps they care for and love Caelus more than I do. Therefore, it is inevitable that even Diana is despised in their eyes.

Of course, Diana must have her own reasons for choosing Helios over Caelus. However, there are many things in the world that we cannot help but cry emotionally to logically comprehend her decision, and we hate her for being the cause of Caelus's extreme behavior regardless..

"Everyone, thank you in many ways. I wish you all the best in the future."

Responding to my greeting, the butler, Uros, and the servants who were with me all bowed their heads together.

"We are honored to have the Marchioness, too!"

Now we are in the same boat. Let's do good to each other.

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The next morning, I began busying myself with work. It doesn't have to be as flashy as going to a banquet, but I do need to dress appropriately. You can often see it in morning dramas, right? How to always have a glamorous appearance for a villainess.

Today I wore a dark blue dress that matched my pitch-black hair and eyes. The intense red lip is also a must. It is a style that stands out at a glance in the temple, where white is the primary color.

The butler, Uros, had a carriage with the Marquise's crest on it waiting in advance. I got on the carriage with the gentle support of the servants.

"Take good care of Marquis Caelus while you are here..."

"You are absolutely right, my Ladyship."

I nodded lightly in response to the butler's answer. The carriage glided through the streets. A stable ride that cannot be compared to the small carriage I used to ride. That's why everyone is a good car enthusiast. I seem to be singing and a little excited.

Soon I arrived at the temple. The priests who had been contacted by a messenger sent their representatives a step ahead and rushed out. They must have been terribly confused to see a person acting as Marquis' wife that had never been heard of.

As I stepped down, one of the priests bowed his head.

"Welcome. Marchioness...."

A voice that seemed unsure whether I was the real Marchioness or not. However, the crest of the Imperial Marquis is really painted on the carriage that I rode on.

In this country, there is no fool who dares to pretend to be the highest extant aristocrat in this country, as anyone who steals the symbol of the nobility will be punished severely. There's no need for me to confirm that it's fake on my side. If they are in doubt, why not come to the Marquis directly?

"You sound like you're not very happy with my arrival."I answered deliberately bluntly. Then his tone became more polite.

"Is that even possible? If you were offended by my inexperience, please forgive me."

"Ugh......."

It's really bittersweet, but there's one thing I've learned in my short life is to never make a good impression if you want to be properly respected from the start.

Whether it's in this world or the real world, it's the same as looking down at good people.I followed the priest who came out of the information station and walked with my back upright. I lowered his eyes and peeked around. Curious priests were hiding and watching me. It's like a cockroach that disappears as soon as my gaze lays on them.

The person sitting opposite me was not the High Priest but the high-ranking priest directly below him. If it's unpleasant, you can be offended, but that wasn't important right now.

"The purpose that came to me today is nothing else, to return the land that the lord of Ilion donated a while ago."

"!"

The high priest's expression hardened at my sudden request. Isn't it a bit uncomfortable to hear that you vomit up what you ate? Still, I did not hesitate and did everything I had to say.

"I am legally married to him, and I have the right to restore the property that my spouse has impulsively squandered."

"It's so sudden, Marchioness. that's absurd!"

Of course, I expected it to be rejected. Now it's my turn to argue.

"Let's put this straight. The Marquis donated the land to the temple at the time; wasn't it, strictly speaking, given to the current Crown Princess, who was praised as a saintess at the time?"

"What you give to the saintess is ultimately dedicated to God."

"No. I can assure you. If you want proof that the Marquis donated the land to the saintess, I'll show you. I'm giving you the best chance to get it done quietly before appealing to your Majesty the Emperor. You don't understand my consideration."

The land of Caelus, which was donated to Diana, and the greedy temple, immediately swallowed the land as their own. Still, he was afraid of Caelus' gaze, so he was hospitable to Diana in return for the land. But now that there is no one to pay for it, shouldn't he give up his land as well?

The priest shook his head, sweating.

"I'm sorry, Marchioness. This is not a problem that I can solve on my own terms."

"Then bring in a higher-ranking person than you. Until then, I won't move here."

"Well, if that's the case..." It doesn't matter if things get bigger. If only I could let the world know about Diana, who was praised as her saintess, to the world. The priest arrogantly rolled his eyes down and crossed his legs. He hurriedly went out of the office, feeling that I was challenging.

After a while, a middle-aged woman dressed as a priestess came in. Her familiar face... This person who used to be Diana's superior. Of course, she doesn't know me.

"The Marchioness."

I responded with a mischievous smirk to her politely and courteously.

"My name is Hestia. High Commissioner."

"I heard the word roughly, but the Marquis Caelus told me to return the donated land..."

"Oh. You heard me right."

I relaxed my upper body. Even if my opponent is a high priest who is the highest level leader of the temple, I should never show a shriveled look. Didn't I tell you before that the other person always takes it easy on people who seem easygoing?

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