Capítulo 193: -190- I hope everything goes well for you
Even after losing his sanity and becoming a ruthless killer, d'Eon still remembers...
"I bestow upon you this dress that should have been worn by you, my finest knight."
With these words, the queen of white lilies offered a gift, presenting a dress to d'Eon.
Before this, d'Eon had already cross-dressed and successfully infiltrated Russia, completing the mission to forge an alliance between the Russian Empress and France.
However, prior to that, d'Eon had only considered this act as a necessary means to accomplish his mission, not something he truly desired.
For a man, dressing in women's clothing was likely considered quite embarrassing, right?
Because of this, d'Eon's life remained shrouded in the mystery of his gender.
No one knew whether d'Eon was a man or a woman, including the queen before him, Marie.
But...
"You're so beautiful, it's a shame not to wear this dress."
The queen who spoke these words at the time, her gaze and expression, d'Eon had never forgotten.
It wasn't mockery, nor was it a challenge, just a sincere appreciation and admiration.
On that day, d'Eon was won over by this queen.
Although d'Eon had already resolved to pledge loyalty to the royal family, never resisting any type of treatment, seeing the appreciation and admiration from the queen he swore allegiance to still brought him immense joy.
This was d'Eon and Marie's story in life.
Now, both had become Heroic Spirits, standing on opposite sides.
This reality made d'Eon unavoidably waver and struggle.
Of course, it was just a slight struggle.
Having been subjected to Madness Enhancement, d'Eon was no longer the knight who was loyal to the French royal family. He had transformed into a ruthless killer.
If Marie was unwilling to step aside, d'Eon would definitely swing his sword decisively.
Even if it caused pain, madness, or losing everything, the present d'Eon would still carry out such an act.
In such circumstances...
"Alright."
Marie surprisingly agreed and stepped aside without hesitation.
"You..."
D'Eon was immediately taken aback.
Even under the influence of Madness Enhancement, he was stunned.
Who would have thought that Marie would actually move aside?
But that's Marie.
"Although I must apologize to Master, to everyone, and even to you, I don't want to see you destroy this country that will soon be our duty to protect . But above all else, I do not wish to be your enemy under such circumstances."
Facing d'Eon's dazed expression, Marie's smile remained on her face.
Although she shouldn't have stepped aside now, the reasons Marie held in her heart led her to make this choice.
"...Is this really okay?"
Once again, d'Eon went against his madness, hesitation in his words.
However, Marie's determined actions were not to be changed.
"After all, I'm already known as the foolish queen in everyone's eyes. I don't understand the suffering of the world, only indulgence and caprice. I spend the hard-earned money of the people on dances, desserts, and social gatherings."
Marie spoke these words not in a self-deprecating tone, but as if remembering her immature self, she softly confided.
"The Master might be angry, others might be disappointed in me. Just thinking about these things already saddens me. But for now, I don't want to see you fall here. Allow me to be capricious once more."
Marie appeared here after preparing herself for these feelings.
Though capricious, she was honest.
Though unwise, she followed her heart.
This was Marie Antoinette, France's most foolish queen, yet she earned the sincere affections of countless people.
Amidst Madness Enhancement, d'Eon would tremble within, perhaps even kneeling and pledging his life and loyalty once more if it weren't for this state.
However, in the present moment, such thoughts for d'Eon were not permissible.
"...I hope you won't regret what happened today."
D'Eon left these words behind.
In response, Marie merely smiled and replied,
", belle cavalière (Oh, I won't, beautiful knight)."
Marie bid farewell to d'Eon in French.
"j'espère que tout ira bien pour vous (I hope everything goes well for you when we meet again)."
Finally, at the very end, Marie offered her blessing, not a farewell.
Faced with such a queen, d'Eon remained silent for a while before nodding.
"j'espère que tout va bien, noble (I hope everything goes well, noble lady)."
This was d'Eon's farewell.
The queen who gifted the dress to the knight and the knight who had sworn loyalty to the queen bid their farewells in contrasting ways.
It was believed that the next time they met, they would officially be enemies, not allies.
"Woosh..."
Amidst the rustling sounds, d'Eon brushed past Marie's shoulder, traversing through the forest, leaving the scene.
Marie wore a smile from beginning to end, watching d'Eon's departure.
Not long after, some noise came from the direction of the camp.
It was the commotion caused by the arrival of Mash, Jeanne, Kiyohime, and Elizabeth, who were pursuing d'Eon.
Hearing their voices, Marie murmured with a somewhat troubled expression.
"I should go back and apologize to everyone."
And so, Marie left the scene, heading toward her companions.
...
"I'm truly sorry, Master."
Inside the main tent of the camp, Marie apologized to Rozen in front of everyone.
Seeing this, Rozen didn't feel angry; he let out a sigh as if he had anticipated this.
"I knew it would turn out like this."
With Marie's naive and romantic personality, Rozen had long thought that this queen might not be able to bring herself to be too harsh.
If Jeanne was synonymous with forgiveness, then Marie was truly kind.
"It can't be helped. That's just Marie for you."
Beside them, Amadeus also shrugged, seemingly unsurprised.
"After all, she's the queen who personally bestowed a dress upon her knight."
"We understand."
Mash and Jeanne didn't question this matter.
On the other hand, Elizabeth and Kiyohime seemed a bit discontent.
"To think she let him go just like that?"
"What about Master's praise?"
Both expressed such sentiments.
Rozen completely ignored them and looked at Marie, who was downcast.
"Let it be." Rozen said helplessly, "Just don't let it happen next time, okay?"
"Huh?" Marie was momentarily startled, then quickly said, "Are you willing to forgive me?"
"What else can we do?" Rozen retorted somewhat irritably, "Do you think I can actually punish you?"
Although it was a pity to let go of the enemy's saber, but they were still able to eliminate Archer and Rider, and the gains were quite substantial.
Originally, Rozen had prepared himself mentally for the possibility of failure.
After all, the opponent was a legendary hero, and it was only natural that he wouldn't be easily defeated.
With the extent of their achievements now, Rozen was content.
So, Rozen had no intention of pursuing the matter further.
"Thank you! Master!" Marie's mood instantly brightened as she smiled brightly.
No.
It was more than that.
In her joy, Marie actually leaned in close to Rozen and planted a kiss on his cheek.
"Mwah..."
Amidst the sound of the kiss, within the tent, the air became still.
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