Dear Contract Husband, I Didn't Know You Were Like This? - Chapter 73
Tristan thought about what would happen after the curse was lifted.
He would attend official events with Maya and proudly declare that she was his wife.
He would confidently announce to everyone who stood next to Maya Pendragon.
‘But there’s something more important.’
A deep feeling kept within his heart.
“I want to tell you that I love you.”
He wanted to make a bold confession.
Swallowing his words, Tristan reverently kissed Maya’s hair.
Normally, Maya would have been up by this early morning hour, but today was an exception.
Even though her stamina far exceeded that of an average person, it seemed she couldn’t avoid fatigue.
Tristan carefully brushed Maya’s hair back and gazed at her face for a long time.
Had anyone ever seemed so lovely?
Had there ever been a time when just looking at someone brought such happiness?
Every moment with Maya felt new.
He never wanted to leave her side.
But now it was time to get up. Tristan slowly rose and changed his clothes.
“Where’s the wyvern?”
“In the backyard, Your Highness.”
The air in the large clearing by the forest was crisp. It was a different kind of cold from the biting chill of the north.
There were advantages to this compared to the cold northern mansion.
“Kiiing!”
The wyvern ran to Tristan, chirping excitedly.
“You can reveal your true form here.”
Understanding Tristan’s words, the wyvern immediately changed its form.
It wasn’t just Maya who had trained with the wyvern.
As long as it didn’t interfere with Maya’s training, Tristan had practiced with the wyvern.
It was also Tristan who had secretly taught the wyvern to read, so Maya wouldn’t have to fight alone like she did with the white snake.
“Can you remain unseen by people?”
That’s easy enough.
The wyvern lifted its head high.
Tristan climbed onto the wyvern’s back. He intended to make use of the early morning hours.
He realized yesterday, while riding the carriage, how much attention they attracted.
The crowd outside the carriage window was so dense that Tristan was astonished.
‘I didn’t realize it would be this much.’
In that sense, the wyvern’s presence was a great fortune.
He could gather information without being seen.
“Let’s go.”
The wyvern soared into the sky immediately. The bribe of meat had paid off.
Tristan’s eyes narrowed as he surveyed the capital.
The excessively extravagant palace was visible from a distance.
Who had built that place with their blood and sweat?
‘It’s frustrating not to be able to go there directly.’
At least it was fortunate that Doshen would attend as Maya’s maid.
Although Doshen was older, she was the best choice for now.
The reclusive Bayarden family was very picky about bringing in new people.
He felt sorry that he couldn’t provide a maid of Maya’s age.
‘But they seem to get along well.’
Recalling Doshen’s past, he had a feeling she would get along with Maya.
Tristan’s eyes narrowed again with a slight smile.
It was time to learn more about the shadows of the capital.
***
‘I can’t believe I overslept.’
Maya still felt dazed.
It was undoubtedly the first time in her life she had slept in.
Tristan’s embrace had been unexpectedly comforting.
Maya, who had woken up only when the sun was high in the sky, ate breakfast and then sat on the sofa, nodding off.
‘I need to resume training tomorrow….’
Had she ever felt so lethargic before?
It was hard to maintain her usual high level of vigilance when she was around Tristan.
Somehow or another, he just made her feel so relaxed.
“Lady Maya!”
Doshen burst through the door.
She had the same determined energy as when she had dealt with Tristan the previous day. Her sparkling eyes instantly woke Maya up.
“Today, we’re going out to get you some clothes.”
“Uh….”
“You’re not planning to attend the upcoming banquet in your current state, are you?”
Despite Doshen’s cheerful smile, Maya felt a cold sweat on her back. There was an undeniable authority in her tone.
“You can’t go out in your pajamas.”
“I do have a dress that I brought with me.”
Maya spoke softly.
“The more dresses, the better. Think of it as a gift from House Bayarden to celebrate your arrival in the capital.”
Doshen gently lifted Maya from the sofa and helped her into a ready-made dress she had prepared.
As Maya compliantly let Doshen’s hands guide her, she confessed honestly.
“I’ve never bought a dress before. I’m worried my awkward behavior in the shop might bring disgrace to House Bayarden.”
