Chapter 63
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nI Became the Villain’s Lost Daughter Chapter 63
nTranslated by Niks
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nSuddenly, I turned my head in surprise at the touch of another person on my shoulder.
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n‘Did someone see me throw a spell?’
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nThat’s what I thought for a moment as I turned back.
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nThinking about it, that would be quite difficult.
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n“It’s been a good night.”
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nBut the thought quickly disappeared from the familiar face that I saw as soon as I turned around.
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n“Sir Lian?”
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nThe man’s eyes are folded in front of his reflective name.
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nI couldn’t hide my surprise at the appearance of someone I’d never expected to see here.
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nHe slowly opened his mouth, where joy and surprise coexist.
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n“Long time no see.”
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nLian’s voice was faintly heard by the blazes that burst in my ears.
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nHe seemed to have noticed it too, so he smiled softly and glanced up at the sky.
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nThen he shook his head and said, “I’ll have to wait a little longer.”
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nThe voice was also barely small enough to hear clearly.
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n“I guess so.”
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nI turned my gaze again after giving an answer that might be heard by Lian.
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nMy mana floating in the sky was gradually diminishing. There wasn’t that much magic in the first place.
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nMaybe the extended fireworks display would be over in a minute.
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nLian and I waited until the color that was embroidered in the sky disappeared without saying a word.
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n“They were really pretty today.”
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n“I know. The last one was especially the best!”
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nPeople who had gathered in the square also started to disperse one by one.
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n“…It’s awkward.”
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nIn a strange feeling, I glanced at the dark sky. Of course, I know why it’s awkward.
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nIt was because it came to mind while watching the fireworks.
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nThe figure of Lian who met eyes with me on the street a few days ago, but disappeared without a word.
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nWhat had been forgotten for a moment came to mind again, and my mind became complicated.
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nI could feel Lian staring at me.
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n‘What should I say?’
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nI shook my head hard. But those worries were useless.
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n“Miss Erita.”
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nBecause Lian approached and talked to me first.
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nLian and I walked slowly along the bustling street.
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nLian asked if we should walk for a while without saying much.
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nI replied “Yes”.
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nIt was true that fireworks were the main theme of the day, but since the night market was open until dawn, there were still many people.
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nThere was no exchange of words between us as we walked a step or two apart.
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n‘…After all, that person was Sir Lian.’ I was thinking that way.
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nThe last vestige of hopelessness vanished the moment I saw Lian’s face. But I had no intention of asking Lian about it.
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nAs I thought before, there must have been a reason, and I didn’t want to ask why.
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n“Miss Erita.”
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n“Yes?”
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nPerhaps it was because I was thinking that way that I expressed my embarrassment when my name was suddenly called.
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nLian laughed low at the silly answer.
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n“It used to be like that, and it still is, Erita is surprised every time I call her name.”
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n“Ah… I was thinking about something else for a while…”
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nEmbarrassed, I laughed quietly and blurted out my words. I couldn’t see it, but I could feel my face turning red.
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nMy cheeks were slightly warm when I rubbed them with an awkward touch.
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n“More than that, how did you recognize me? It was difficult to see where I was.”
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n“Well..”
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nAt my question, Lian shook his head and tilted his head slowly. His blue eyes were full of mischief.
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n“Just with my gut feeling?” Lian replied with a clever smile.
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nWith a gentle smile, the awkward air so far flew away.
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n“Oh, my… What’s that?”
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nThe tone of my voice that came out as if it was ridiculous was the same as usual.
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nAfter that, we walked out of the square with casual conversations.
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nMiraculously, the night was not cold at all, not long after the winter wind had receded.
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nThe noise of the street wound in my ears like a quiet background sound.
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n‘I wonder if we walked for another ten minutes or so?’
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nLian’s steps seemed to be slowing down, and soon stopped altogether.
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nThe talk about the festival that would continue for three days including today was about to come to an end.
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nI stopped two or three steps behind and turned my gaze to Lian.
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n“What’s wrong?”
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nLian’s face, looking straight at me, had a slight smile and a strange tension.
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n‘Why do you look like that? What’s wrong?’
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nHe appeared to have had that thought.
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nJust as I was about to call him in wonder, Lian said in a pleasant low voice.
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n“…There’s something I have to say today.”
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nIt was a little lower than his voice I’ve ever heard.
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nTo be precise, it must be said that the lightness that had been buried in his voice had disappeared.
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nFor some reason, I asked, startled, at Lian’s serious attitude.
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n“What do you have to say?”
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n“Well.”
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nLian’s nodding expression was still.
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n“Well, then, shall we go somewhere quieter?”
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nIt’s a little noisy here. For some reason, I didn’t think it was a light story, so I asked so.
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n“That would be great.”
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nLian, who looked around for a while at my words, affirmed.
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nCertainly, the crowded, wide streets were unsuitable for conveying what needed to be said.
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nFortunately, it was a little far away from the square, so it was easy to find a quiet place.
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nEven if we walk a little into the alley from the wide street, the noisy crowd has faded.
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nThere was also a pathway to go to a restaurant or cafe.
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nHowever, given the crowded surroundings, it was obvious that it would be the same. Because today was a festival.
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n“It’s still a little noisy, but I think it’ll be fine here.”
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n“Yes, it is.”
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nLian smiled softly as I spoke in a light voice.
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nI was going to ask what he had to say, but I quit. I thought he would say it without rushing.
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n“…Miss Erita.”
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nThen Lian, who hesitated for a moment, called my name in a low, soft voice.
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n“Yes, Sir Lian.”
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nWhen he answered with his blue eyes, Lian opened his lips.
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nIt was then…
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n“Aww…!”
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nBehind me came a man who looked like he was very drunk.
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n“Wait a minute.”
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nAt the same time, Lian stretched out his arm a little hurriedly and pulled me slightly.
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nIf he hadn’t pulled, I would definitely have bumped into the man.
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nBut the movement was so sudden that I touched his sword.
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nThud~
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nThere was a dull sound of something falling.
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n“Sven, you son of a—! I won’t let you off next time!”
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nThe man who exited without colliding with us screamed and walked away with stumbling steps.
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n“Thank you, Sir Lian.”
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nI thanked him slightly away. Lian didn’t answer, but I didn’t know because I was looking down.
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nI was looking at the floor to find something that had fallen with a small sound a while ago.
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n“Oh, I found it!”
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nThere was a small object at my feet.
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n“…I’ll pick it up.”
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nLian’s voice sounded like he was bewildered at first.
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n“Hey? I can pick it up.”
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nI replied and bent on my knees and picked up the small object.
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nIt was a ring that looked quite old.
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n“Is it an important item to see you carry it around even though it’s this old?”
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nAs I rolled on the floor, I gently brushed the dust from the hooks.
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nFortunately, the scratches were no longer visible to the naked eye.
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n“I’m sorry, you fell because of me…”
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nMy mouth stopped talking with regret because I sensed something familiar. My hand, which was about to pass the ring to Lian, also stopped.
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nI stared down at the little ring in my hand. I felt like I was reminded of something.
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n“This ring is….”
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nIt was that ring, I didn’t even know that word popped out.
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nAt the same time, the old memories flashed through my mind for only a brief moment.
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nBut that moment was enough time for me to freeze.
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n“This ring…” I mumbled it again.
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nA clunky-looking ring that looks like it was made by a clumsy child.
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nThe call opened Lian’s mouth, which had been shut up.
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n“…I’ll explain everything.”
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nHis voice didn’t reach me properly.
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nI was overwhelmed just accepting the situation I was faced with, and I wasn’t ready to listen to him at all.
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nI no longer had the confidence to face the blue eyes any more.
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nIt didn’t work.
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n“…Please forgive me for the rudeness I’ve ever done.”
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nThat was all I could say…
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