“So it is only natural for me to protect the Countess.”
“Is that… because the Duke thinks my paintings have value?”
“Of course.” Enoch added with a light shrug.
“There is someone in a difficult situation right in front of me, and I have the ability to help that person, so why shouldn’t I?”
“….”
“It’s also because it doesn’t fit my personality to ignore.”
Suddenly, a bitter smile appeared on Enoch’s beautiful lips.
As if his help was nothing, and it wasn’t great at all.
‘You don’t know how much strength your support gives me…… ’
Gratitude swelled up to the end of her neck, and Ines was a bit choked up.
“Then I will be in your care. Thank you.”
“No need to thank me.”
Enoch, who was himself again, asked playfully.
“Isn’t that the deal we originally agreed to do?”
“……Your Excellency.”
“I have already featured the Countess’s work in Elton, and Elton’s sales have increased tremendously.”
Enoch, who returned to the businessman’s face, continued the explanation in a proud tone.
“Above all, it’s encouraging that the purchase rate not only of the aristocrats, who are the existing readers, but also of the common people has risen to a great extent.”
“Is that so?”
“Yes, that means I’ve already received a reasonable price.”
Enoch smiled softly.
“So the Countess deserves help from me, to your satisfaction.”
“…..”
“So, don’t feel burdened and think that you are getting what you deserve.”
Hearing that answer, Ines somehow felt overwhelmed. Enoch mentioned about the deal that had like it was nothing.
In fact, the words themselves were enough consideration for Ines. Strictly speaking, Enoch had already paid all the price to be paid to Ines.
Enoch promised to create an ‘favorable environment for divorce’ by publishing an article in Elton.
His promise was strictly kept.
Now, Enoch even wanted to protect Ines?
Even for all the things he has done for her, he refused to hear any price or thanks.
Unlike Ryan.
“…… Still.”
Ines, who licked her lips and was about to refuse, decided to say something different.
“I am always grateful to you, sir.”
And the moment Enoch saw Ines smile.
“…”
He felt a tingling sensation deep in his heart.
At the same time, Ines rose to her feet.
“If that’s the case, then, should we move quickly?”
“… Let’s do it.”
Hurriedly following Ines, Enoch touched his collar and pretended to tidy it up.
Strangely, it was difficult for him to look straight into Ines’ eyes.
‘What was that feeling just now?’
Somehow, when Ines was in front of him, he seemed to be acting a little more unnatural than usual. He couldn’t figure out why at all.
Feeling frustrated, Enoch narrowed his brow involuntarily.
****
Ines and Enoch’s carriage left the city of Langdon and ran for a long time happily. Then they arrived in a secluded country village near Langdon.
The village was very small, and it seemed that there were no more than ten households.
Ines thought he was going to stop at the village, but the carriage continued to move and headed for a low hill located beyond the village.
Above it stood a pretty two-story house with a red roof and white walls.
“Wow, what a beautiful place.”
Ines got off the carriage and admired it while shading her hand over her forehead.
“It’s like a doll play set.”
Bright sunlight, blue sky.
A picture-like house that could be seen clearly in the sunlight, and the small village nestled down the hill.
Enoch said with a grin.
“I’m glad you like it.”
“Like it?”
Ines glanced at Enoch.
Her dark green eyes gleamed with excitement.
“The surrounding scenery is very beautiful. It makes me want to draw right now!”
“…That much?”
“Yes!”
Ines clenched her fists proudly.
Enoch’s smile grew a little deeper. “Then I guess I made a good decision.”
At the unexpected words, Ines stopped while clenching his fists.
“A good decision?”
“Yes.”
Enoch answered proudly.
“I had the basic drawing tools in the villa. Fortunately, I don’t think you’ll be bored during your stay here.”
“Oh my gosh!”
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While Ines’ both eyes wide open, Enoch pointed to the villa with a playful gesture.