Youre just a third person playing Curtis Samuel OFallon. Did you really think I wouldnt notice?

Rauls disguise was uncovered.

It was the first time Rishe had ever seen such a scene, even in her life as a hunter. She felt at a loss for words and looked up at Arnold standing next to her.

Raul put on a confused look and spoke, as if troubled.

Arnold-dono, I dont know what the hell youre talking about

Its easy to identify a man imitating another with just a closer look at his movements. Unconscious hand gestures are completely different from conscious behavior, and the way you use that body is completely inconsistent.

Arnold looked at Raul, asserting something so incredible as if it were nothing.

The same goes for your tone. There is a very subtle distortion of it due to the deliberate change in the way the vocal cords vibrate. Its really quite grating, isnt it?

Huh, hahaha!

The real Raul laughed, but his laugh sounded somewhat dry.

Are you a monster?

The look on his face was one of faint awe.

Raul shrugged and added cheerfully.

You already knew, so why did you let me be?Oh, to find Sigwells real intentions?

I dont see why I should bother answering. Lets go, Rishe.

Hey. If she is so important to you, shouldnt you free her from your political marriage?

His voice pierced into their backs, but Rishes freedom wasnt about to be arbitrarily decided.

Im sure your fiance would appreciate it.

Raul! I

Just before Rishe was about to turn around and argue with him, Arnold told Rishe first.

I dont care how much youll hate me because of this marriage.

!

A throbbing pain struck her heart.

Still holding onto Rishes wrist, Arnold turned his head and stared at Raul.

Im not going to let her goThis one will definitely be my wife.

A sharp gaze pierced Raul, clearly different from the one he had just received.

Why?

Rishe could feel the sadness seeping out from right next to her throbbing heart, so she closed her lips to suppress it.

Rauls smile turned distorted, but he challenged Arnold again.

Thats awful. Youre aware that youre going to make her unhappy, but youre forcing her to be your wife.

Right you areRishe.

This time, Arnold started walking with Rishes hand in his own.

Rishe wanted to say something, but she didnt feel like she could string something. Rishe looked down and slowly walked with Arnolds lead.

Still, theres a gnawing in my left chest

The tingling pain made it difficult for her to breathe.

Arnold also kept his mouth shut and said nothing. He only looked back at Rishe when they finally climbed the stairs to the fourth floor and stood in front of her room.

Im sorry.

Arnold gently released his hand that had been detaining Rishes wrist.

On that note, he took Rishes hand and examined it, as if he were fitting her with a ring.

I think you gripped your hand a little too hard.

Is it painful?

Rishe shook her head in silence.

Arnold apologized, but his grip was not violent.

Although he indeed pulled her along unyieldingly, he didnt make Rishes bones creak or bruised her.

It wasnt the wrist he grabbed that Rishes pain stemmed from.

Why did you say that?

Her feelings bled into her question.

Be at ease.

Arnold calmly answered and reached out to caress Rishes cheek.

Just because I wont let you go doesnt mean Im going to tie you down to everything.

Rishes hair hung over her cheeks because she was looking deep down.

Arnold gently smoothed it, combing it.

You can continue telling me whatever you want. I swear I will make them all come true, as long as I can.

However, this part that Arnold mentioned wasnt what Rishe meant by that.

You said you believe Ill hate you because of our marriage.

Ah, right.

Arnold openly affirmed while tucking her hair behind her ears.

Do you dread marrying me?

.

He acted as if he were nurturing an infant.

His gaze, his voice, and the way he touched Rishe radiated the warmth of his care for her.

After some childish reluctance, Rishe placed her own hand on the back of Arnolds hand. She couldnt bring herself to raise her head, but she still looked up at him.

Youre Highness is stupid

Arnolds eye widened in response.