< — Meeting People — > (5)
The carriage arrived at the Ducal residence. A servant opened the door from outside but Hugo could not get up. His wife was in deep sleep on top of his legs.
She was fine when they were going to the palace but on the way back, not too long after they entered into the carriage, she began to nod off. And when he moved to seat next to her, she leaned on him and quickly fell asleep.
βShe must have been very nervous. And tired too.β
She was admirable. She handled herself purposefully on that big stage without making a single mistake. Since he had stuck to her today like he was showing her off, no one would dare try to touch her.
He could not gather people together and warn them like he did in the north. So today, he warned people using his actions: If you want to touch the Duchess, remember that the Duke of Taran is behind her.
Her hair was pinned well at the party but as she lay on his lap on the way home, a part of it got loose. Hugo enjoyed the feeling of running his fingers through her soft flowing hair. His expression as he looked at his wife was undeniably gentle. The moment was so peaceful that he wished it could last forever.
In order not to wake her up, he carefully wrapped his arm around her back and weaved his arm under her leg then he lifted her into his embrace. He entered the mansion with her in his arms and climbed up the stairs to the bedroom. As he placed her on the bed, Lucia who was in deep sleep a moment ago, blinked her eyes.
βHugh.β
Hugo took her outstretched hand and pressed his lips to her palm.
βWeβre home.β
She blinked a few more times, staring at him vacantly and gradually, her sight became clearer.
β…I unknowingly fell asleep.β
Thanks to the short sleep, her mind felt more refreshed. She began to sit up and Hugo took her hand, helping her up.
βCould I have made a mistake I didnβt know about today?β
βNot at all.β
βPhew…thank goodness.β
Lucia grabbed the rope at the bedside to call for the maid, then she came down from the bed. She wanted to take off her weighty dress. As soon as the maid came in, she asked the couple about dinner.
βIβm not in the mood. What about you?β (Lucia)
βIβm not in the mood either.β(Hugo)
The maid bowed and withdrew from the bedroom.
βEarlier…at the banquet hall. Sir. Ramis tried to give me a letter. I refused.β
Lucia rejected the letter but rumors in the social circle were unpredictable. Before her husband chanced upon some distorted rumor somewhere, she told him in passing as if it was a trivial matter.
βWhat?β
Hugoβs face distorted in a frown. That bastard dared to ignore his warning.
βWhat exactly is Fabian doing?β
How long had it been since he asked him to investigate and find out everything?! The innocent Fabian who worked hard day and night was caught in the crossfire.
βNothing happened so donβt be upset with Duke Ramis.β (Lucia)
The Duke of Ramis and the Duke of Taran were both supporting and assisting the King. Lucia didnβt know a lot about politics but she knew that much. It would be problematic if these two powerful men became estranged because of a minor emotional issue.
βIβm worried that your work would be affected because of a minor issue.β (Lucia)
βYou donβt have to worry about anything.β (Hugo)
If it was in the past, he would get rid of something once it became an eyesore. He didnβt care what happened afterwards. Even if it was the Duke of Ramis himself instead of the Duke’s eldest son, he would not give a damn. If he caused trouble, someone would have to deal with the aftermath but so what. He didnβt care what became of the family and to him who only lived to kill time, there was nothing in the world that he was afraid of.
However, it was different now. There was an existence he had to protect. In order to protect his wife from all the hardships of the world, he also had to protect his family, its power and its wealth.
βWell, indeed. I dare say you know very well what to do.β (Lucia)
Hugo looked at her, who was smiling lightly, and hugged her from behind, placing a kiss on the back of her neck.
βYou donβt have to worry, but you can worry.β
βHuh?β
Even though he wanted to completely protect her so that she wouldnβt have any worries or concern, he wanted her to worry about him. He couldnβt explain his complicated feelings even to himself.
When he didnβt add anything after saying those puzzling words, Lucia just laughed it off.
* * *
After taking a simple bath and changing his clothes, Hugo went into the office. There was always a pile of work to be done. He looked through the couple of documents that he could examine quickly and signed his approval.
There was a light tapping on the door to the office and Hugo could sense someone come in. He still did not take his eyes off the paperwork.
βMaster.β
When he heard a voice that wasnβt Jeromeβs but a middle-aged womanβs, he lifted his eyes slightly.
βWhat is it?β
βMilady fell asleep while taking a bath. This doesnβt usually happen…β
If the maids could not wake her up no matter what, they would have to carry their Madam together and move her to the bed. Nevertheless, the maid came to inform Hugo. Her decision wasnβt wrong.
The Duke put down the document in his hand and gave an order, βYou may withdraw and rest.β
After a while, Hugo entered the bathroom which was empty because all the maids had left. Lucia was asleep, soaking in the bathtub. Her nakedness shone brightly, submerged in the clear water. Hugo sat on the edge of the bathtub and rubbed her wet red lips with his finger. Even though it wasnβt possible, he subconsciously looked at his hand as if red water would be on it.
His gaze deepened as he watched her sleep like an innocent baby. Even though he was just looking at her, he felt a lump somewhere in his throat. It was a feeling that he couldnβt quite explain.
He rolled up his shirt and scooped her up from the water. He placed her on the towel that was spread on the bed and then wiped her wet body with another towel. In her dimly lit bedroom, her nakedness shone like the moon.
Translatorβs Corner:
*Iβm sure we can all guess whatβs coming next. ( Ν‘Β° ΝΚ Ν‘Β°)
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Thank you for the chapter
Thank you for the update Ruby-nim.
Hohoho… Hugo the beast attacking a sleeping Lucia.
I wonder, when will Hugo say the three magical words to Lucia?
I mean… there’s an arc named after those three words not far from now (actually quite far but not really(?))
BUT i really hope he’d say it like… earlier
Ahaha I’m looking forward to that arc so MUCH.
lets get tacos?
Thank you for updating so fast. Poor Lucia so tired. I wonder if she is already pregnant π€
Thanks for the new chapter!
The translator’s comment is on the market! Hehehe
Thanks for the update.
Rip Lucia sleep
Hohoho
It feels like its been a while….*blush*
( Ν‘Β° ΝΚ Ν‘Β°)
Our Duke is sooo in love with his Duchess
( Ν‘Β° ΝΚ Ν‘Β°) yes yes we do…
Thanks for the chapter~
Uh, really? Couldn’t the author introduce their intercourse in any other way? How many times has she used the “Lucia is asleep and Hugh is thirsty” trick? Can’t they both be awake and horny? =3= Boo boo Or the other way around?? Can’t Lucia initiate? Really now… how seductive is a sleeping naked woman?? It’s not like she’s blinking her lashes and inviting anyone.
Many thanks
I believe she has seduced him before….π
βYou donβt have to worry, but you can worry.β
Translation:
“I want to monopolize even your worries.”
The true MVP of this story is actually Fabian and Jerome βπ»π
But real talk I always pity them π so much work to do
thanks for update
Thank you thank you for the chapter π it makes my morning β€ what a sweet couple.
Thanks for the chap πππ
What happen next?
Hugo placed Lucia on the bed. Before he could do anything, an urgent knocks on the bedroom door.
Fabian: Sir, the king and the castle is being attacked.
Lenny face yall
“The innocent Fabian who worked hard day and night was caught in the crossfire.”
Poor Fabian π
Is she pregnant? I wanna know!
gonna lay down a quick guess here that he’ll mark up her back to prevent any more backless dresses lol. and now time to read on to see if i’m right.
Poor poor Fabian xD His life is the most affected one
Yes Ruby we can figure out that much XD
Is it possible for Lucia to be pregnant even before she starts menstruating again?
Thanks for the chapter!
She is tired, please give her some rest, geez
give her tonic