Episode 335
(A Fool)
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"Princess, are you ready? We will have to depart now."
As the final echoes of our wedding ceremony faded, I addressed her, but her demeanour was subdued, a shadow of sadness darkening her eyes. Clearly, something troubled her, though I could not fathom what it might be.
"Yes, but… may I visit my grandfather's grave before we leave?"
Is it her grandfather that's troubling her?
"Of course, Princess."
I replied, trying to offer comfort. Yet, my words seemed to only deepen her melancholy.
Seeing her in this state, a wave of helplessness washed over me.
What should I do? What should I do to make her feel better?
For some reason, I felt helpless…
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It took a while to finally make our way to her grandfather's grave. We had to stop for those nobles, exchanging empty pleasantries. But the moment we were free, she quietly started walking toward the grave, alone, without even a glance back.
