The Baddest Villainess Is Back - Chapter 96
She had learned about Sansar’s identity and various other things during her time in Kaluta.
The Khan had answered her questions sincerely, and Roxelyn had been quite curious about Sansar.
This conversation had led to the topic of the seven-colored bead bracelet Sansar had mentioned before.
The Seven Stones bracelet was a talisman.
It’s said that Kalutans possess such strong power and defense that not even natural disasters can easily defeat them, thanks to these stones.
‘And among the seven stones, the red one is said to ward off fire.’
Roxelyn re-entered the deserted inn and thought this as she climbed the stairs.
Doors were wide open everywhere, signaling the urgency of the situation.
She opened a few of the still-locked doors. No one was there.
Finally, she found a door near her own room that was firmly shut.
Hesitating for a moment, she turned the doorknob.
“…Well, what are you doing here, not running away?”
“That’s what I should be asking you.”
Roxelyn retorted sharply as she closed the door.
She scanned the room, which felt devoid of life, wondering if it had even been used given its starkness.
And there stood a man, dressed as impeccably as ever, gazing out the window.
“I didn’t know dying in a fire was a wish of yours.”
“Not particularly. Just thought dying around this time wouldn’t be so bad.”
“Why, did things get boring after you sent me back here?”
At Roxelyn’s question, Gerun Wilfred slowly turned to look at her.
His violet eyes shimmered in the darkness as he looked at her.
“Well.”
“Or maybe, the Marchioness detests you that much?”
“….”
At Roxelyn’s words, he chuckled with a low voice.
And she realized that her conjecture hit the mark once he laughed.
“No wonder. The discord between you has caused enough stir. Showing a changed heart now after everything that happened would only terrorize the Marchioness further.”
“…So disappearing was merely a consideration.”
“Such an insignificant love.”
Roxelyn commented dryly, causing Gerun Wilfred’s brows to twitch slightly.
“Even if you die, the Marchioness will soon find someone new to love.”
“……”
“She’ll probably forget someone as dastardly as you quickly. She’ll enjoy the wealth you left behind, traveling and living happily ever after with a new lover.”
Roxelyn spoke flatly.
Gerun turned his head with a smile, looking amused.
“Are you mocking me now?”
“I’m just stating facts.”
“……”
“It’s a joke. Lucky that you felt mocked. Seems my sense of humor isn’t dead after all.”
“It’s dead, alright.”
Gerun stated firmly.
Roxelyn paused at his sternness, then he added,
“I even considered killing you for a moment there.”
“Even if you kill me, the Marchioness won’t fancy you.”
Roxelyn scoffed.
“I’d bet half your fortune that the Marchioness likes me more than she likes you.”
“Why would you wager my fortune on it?”
“Just because.”
Roxelyn shrugged.
‘How tiresome.’
She rubbed her eyes, her vision blurry. Seems she wasn’t in the best condition.
“Gerun.”
“What is it?”
At Roxelyn’s call, Gerun looked at her.
“People’s hearts are fickle. Out of sight, out of mind—but once seen, they can’t be forgotten.”
Roxelyn licked her lips leisurely, watching Gerun.
“By tomorrow, news that you were in this village and the fire that swept through it will reach the capital.”
The corners of Roxelyn’s mouth curved up slightly. Gerun looked at her, puzzled.
Roxelyn continued,
“I truly, really wouldn’t mind if you actually died.”
“……”
“But the Marchioness might feel differently.”
Roxelyn said as she detached a red bead from her bracelet.
Pulling the bead through a translucent string, it came into her hand.
“That…”
Seeing her bracelet, Gerun’s eyes widened slightly.