Episode 20: Pervert with a Grudge (1)

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Princess Consort.

Umiru gracefully knelt down before Aristine.

Ah, come on in, Umiru.

Umiru held out her hand in a natural manner and Aristine placed her hand on top of Umirus. Umiru gently rubbed Aristines hand before planting a kiss on the back.

You can do away with these formalities. Isnt it a little annoying?

At those words, Umiru sprang upright.

Do away? Absolutely not! Its not annoying at all!

While saying so, Umiru continued to pat Aristines hand, not letting go.

Umiru.

Tarkan called her name in a low voice. His voice oddly sounded like it was laced with warning.

Oh my, how scary.

Umiru shuddered exaggeratedly and released Aristines hand.

But whats the matter? I told you to put any opinions and analysis of the scalpel on hold temporarily until I give you a new one.

Hearing that, Umirus expression turned sad.

Princess Consort, youre too much.

Huh?

I just sat down and tea hasnt even been served but youre already asking why I came?

Do you hate me that much

Umirus fiery eyes glistened with sadness.

Aristine quickly waved her hand.

Ah, thats not itMy curiosity got ahead of me.

She was so focused on the business that she immediately thought Umiru was here to talk about the scalpel. And she wanted to hear it as soon as possible.

Umiru grinned.

Of course, I do have a purpose for coming here but first, I want to eat the famous ptissiers dessert.

Famous ptissier.

As Umiru said that, she secretly glanced at Tarkan.

Tarkan frowned when he saw Umiru smiling slyly.

I knew it; our ptissier has become famous now!

Aristine, on the other hand, was delighted.

Then again, the warriors did eat every bite of that cakeeveryone must have been talking about how delicious it was.

At those words, Umiru raised a brow.

Of course, the generals who ate the cake back then talked about the ptissier non-stop.

But rather than the deliciousness, they were busy discussing why His Highness Tarkan truly invited the ptissier and what not.

Umirus gaze turned to Tarkan.

He was glaring at her with discomfort written all over his face.

Hehe, I think I understand now.

Umiru smiled.

Dessert was soon brought out, along with tea. It was a refreshing lemon shallot.

Mmm, this is good.

Umiru nodded as she savored the lemon shallot.

It was a little odd that Umirus gaze kept shifting over to Tarkan, but Aristine felt proud to see Umiru enjoying the dessert.

Of course, Aristine also enjoyed some.

After taking the last bite, Umiru finally brought got to business.

I asked for a lot of scalpels the other day, but I was told it was impossible to fulfil because a new scalpel is being developed.

Yes, because I think I need to focus on developing the new scalpel.

What kind of scalpel is it?

Umirus eyes lit up.

She couldnt help but be curious. The scalpel that Aristine invented was revolutionary just by itself. As someone who actually used that scalpel, Umiru was even more clear of that fact.

But now, they were making improvements to it?

That is a secret, Aristine brought her index finger to her lips.

Oh no, dont be like that, let me in on a little bit.

After were done developing it, Dame Umiru will be the first doctor to try it anyway. Lets leave the fun to that time.

Once Umiru heard that, she pouted.

This was interesting to Aristine because Aristine had never met this kind of person before.

Did you come here just for that?

It was quite different from what Aristine expected. She didnt think a busy person like Umiru would come looking for her like this.

Well, I wanted to use that as an excuse to see you once more, Princess Consort.

Youre good with your words.

I mean it though.

Umiru winked at Aristine.

Tarkans face instantly went dark.

Umiru, arent you busy?

His voice was mixed with some serious annoyance.

Umiru decided it was better to slowly take her leave and avoid his anger.

I am always busy thanks to our great warriors. Princess Consort, its a pity but I think I have to leave.

Okay, Ill contact you when the new scalpel is done.

You can contact me before its done too.

Umiru felt regretful leaving. Although she had no choice but to leave because of Tarkan, she still had to say one last thing.

SeriouslyPrincess Consort, you have to take responsibility.

Huh?

Aristine tilted her head at that random remark.

Naturally, Tarkans eyes glared at Umiru like they were stabbing through her.

After using the scalpel you gave me, I feel like my fragile wrists are screaming now that Im using my old scalpel again.

Aristine chuckled.

She was happy to hear that because it meant her scalpel was good.

Ah, come to think of it.

Aristine gestured to her court ladies.

There should be a set of scalpels left in this room. I kept the first prototype we completed as a souvenir.

Seeing Aristine gesture, a court lady quickly walked up to the drawer where the scalpels were kept.

Umirus eyes went round.

Is it okay to give that to me?

Isnt it better to give it to someone you can use it than just keeping it in the drawer?

After Aristine said that, Umiru had nothing more to say.

Tarkans lips curled when he saw that. He had already been annoyed by the fact that she was treasuring what Ritlen gave her.

Meanwhile, all the jewelry I gave her are just in the dressing room.

The amount of clothes, accessories and jewelries in the dressing room were gradually increasing but Aristine didnt seem to notice.

Either way, he felt refreshed to hear that Ritlens stuff would be moved out of Aristines room.

However.

Princess Consort.

The court lady, who opened the drawer, called out to Aristine with a stiff face.

There is no scalpel heredid you perhaps take it out?

No? Ive never touched it. Maybe someone moved it while cleaning?

The court lady shook her head when she heard that.

The box for the scalpel is still in the drawer.

What? Aristines forehead creased, Youre sayingonly the scalpel is missing?