The Fluffy Baby Fox Only Bites the Crazy Villain - Chapter 70
Karden’s dignified and powerful voice echoed widely.
His black hair shone like obsidian and his cape fluttered in the wind. Beyond his broad, solid shoulders stretched the vast night sky.
The surroundings, which had been noisy with the knights’ laughter, grew quiet as everyone looked up at Karden in unison.
“Brave knights, raise your glasses! In honor of your loyalty and chivalrous spirit, eat, drink, and be merry tonight!”
“Long live the northern castle!”
“Glory to Grand Duke Helleide!”
The knights cheered passionately, proclaiming their loyalty to Karden and the kingdom.
Their solemn determination to give their lives for the Grand Duke’s command was palpable.
Karden’s speech carried that much power. I newly realized the weight of the position he occupied.
Karden turned his head and pointed to Yudis.
“Today’s knights’ banquet is to celebrate former Deputy Commander Yudis. Yudis, please propose a toast.”
“Yes, Your Grace.”
Yudis immediately stood up.
I see that Yudis always addresses him by his title rather than “brother” in official settings. She has a straightforward personality that clearly separates public and private matters.
Dressed in leather pants, a tunic shirt, and a leather vest, she looked natural and stylish even in men’s clothing.
Yudis held her glass and carefully surveyed the soldiers.
The corners of her red lips twisted upward, resembling the smile of a predator facing its prey.
It wasn’t just me who felt that way; soldiers who met her gaze flinched and hurriedly lowered their heads.
“Gentlemen, do you know the only rule of the knights’ traditional feast?”
When Yudis called out vigorously, the soldiers shouted in unison.
“We know!”
“Recite it.”
“Drink until dawn but never lose consciousness!”
“Excellent. You all remember well.”
Yudis nodded with satisfaction and raised her glass high.
“Tonight, let us fight with alcohol instead of swords until dawn! Show the valor of the northern knights. But be warned, if you get drunk, I’ll roll you in a beer barrel!”
“We’ll keep that in mind!”
At Yudis’s shout, the soldiers yelled loudly and emptied their glasses in one go.
Yudis also showed the surprising feat of emptying her drink on the spot.
I stared blankly at Yudis and thought once again.
As expected of big sister… she’s so cool.
Perhaps I stared at Yudis too intently and enthusiastically, because her gaze turned toward me.
Her beautiful eyebrows furrowed slightly, then Yudis gave me a ceremonial nod before sitting down.
Ah… at least she didn’t ignore me. That’s a relief.
This is strange. When I was a fox, she pretended not to know me, but now that I’m human, she acknowledges me? Yudis’s attitude keeps changing, so I can’t figure her out.
“Shushu, why do you keep looking at Yudis instead of me?”
I couldn’t help but smile at Karden’s childishly jealous tone.
“What is it, Your Grace? Are you jealous now?”
“Jealousy it is.”
Karden rested his chin on his hand and stared at me intently.
Ah, that look again. I averted my gaze, pretending to be distracted.
Karden’s gaze when I was a fox versus when I was human was completely different.
When I was a fox, his expression was like looking at something lovable and cute, but when I was human, his eyes burned with a dark gaze wrapped in intense longing.
“When you look elsewhere,”
Karden whispered softly and covered my eyes with his hand. Suddenly my vision went dark.
“I want to cover your sight.”
I immediately protested, pushing his hand away.
“Th-that’s a bad habit. What I look at is my business.”
“Your eyes sparkle too much when you look at Yudis. It’s as if you follow her more than me.”
“That’s because I want to make a good impression on Lady Yudis. I just want to have a cool and impressive big sister.”
Karden still seemed displeased and gave a cold snort.
“Hmph, she’s just a stubborn, horned foal living by her own rules.”
“Really…!”
I wanted to shout not to speak ill of the person who had become my favorite, but I suppressed my indignation and fumed.
Since Yudis still doesn’t think well of me, I can’t carelessly reveal my feelings.
First, it’s important to find information about Yudis. Collecting information about your favorite person is basic fan behavior.
I looked at Karden with a serious expression.
“Your Grace, there’s something I want to ask. Will you tell me honestly?”
“What is it?”
“By any chance, does Lady Yudis dislike me?”
“Why do you think that?”
“When I was a fox, she wouldn’t even make eye contact with me. Does she perhaps have a fur allergy or fear of animals?”
Karden covered his mouth with his hand as he listened to me, then turned his head away.
“Your Grace?”
“Ask Yudis directly later.”
“What?”
I tilted my head in confusion, not understanding what he meant.
“Shushu, let’s enjoy the knights’ banquet now.”
Karden gently clinked his glass against mine and spoke softly.
Stars twinkled in the sky, and the blazing bonfire shone warmly.
Knights and soldiers laughed, talked, and drank merrily, while the band continued to play with lively rhythm.
At that moment, two soldiers came forward in front of the large bonfire and began to dance.
Their movements were comical, ignoring the beat, causing laughter to erupt from all around.
Other soldiers and knights rushed forward, swaying their bodies and dancing with excitement.
These large, rugged men were clapping like children or linking arms and spinning around in circles.
It was so fun just watching that I clapped along.
Captain Burke forcibly dragged Maildra to dance, and Owen was also pulled out by the soldiers to dance.
Yudis was also dancing vigorously, arms linked with the soldiers.
Hmm, Yudis’s dance moves seem like those of someone who has attended many balls.
Ron was also clapping and dancing with the soldiers when our eyes met.
“Shushu, come dance with us!”
“Ah, no, I’m fine.”
Ron beckoned me to come, but I frantically waved my hands in refusal.
I used to enjoy dancing at modern ballrooms back in the day, but now I’m older and mentally tired.
Just then, an ominous shadow fell over my head.
When I turned around, Burke and Owen were extending their hands to me with gentlemanly smiles. Their attitude was like requesting a dance at a ball.
Owen politely asked Karden for permission.
“Your Grace, may I escort Lady Shushu for a moment?”
“Wait a minute, aren’t you going to ask for my opinion?”
Even though I called out urgently, no one was listening. Then Karden was my only hope.
Given Karden’s strong possessiveness and attachment, he surely wouldn’t send me to this wild dance floor, right? I was counting on that.
Karden’s brow was slightly furrowed, but the corners of his mouth were elegantly turned up.
It was a conspiratorial smile like a mischievous child planning a prank.
No way, even Karden would…?
“Show Shushu the joy of a knights’ banquet. Escort her with courtesy.”
“Thank you for your permission, Your Grace!”
Captain Burke exclaimed loudly with a broad smile.
Owen extended his hand to me with a kind smile.
“Well then, my lady, shall we go? Allow me to escort you.”
“I’d rather just watch from here…”
My opinion was completely ignored, and before I knew it, I was captured by Burke and Owen and dragged to the center of the wild dance floor.
Ron ran over, smiling brightly as he pulled my hand.
“Shushu, let’s dance together.”
“Sigh, I can’t help it. I give up.”
I couldn’t bring myself to refuse Ron, who was like a lovable younger brother.
I shook my head resignedly and took Ron’s hand.
Fast and cheerful music began to play, and I danced a folk dance, skipping with alternating feet. Cheers erupted from around us.
“Wow, Shushu, you’re amazing!”
“You dance so well, that’s awesome!”
Before I knew it, knights had surrounded me, clapping and rejoicing.
No, when I get fans, I get embarrassed and ashamed… which makes me dance even more passionately.
It was a dance where partners were freely exchanged while spinning around, and I danced not only with Ron but also with Burke, Owen, and Maildra.
Burke led me like a dependable father, while Maildra danced politely, albeit shyly.
Owen held my hand gently and gave me a radiant smile.
I take back what I said earlier about not wanting to dance.
I realized that dancing with charming handsome men is always enjoyable.
Everyone’s laughter echoed up into the star-filled night sky.
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