I was a bit dazed by the rapid developments.
But, well, in other words.
I will no longer be condemned or hanged, right?
I can live a peaceful life without dying, right?
I used to think that fate could not be changed no matter what I did…
A sense of relief and joy gradually filled me, along with a feeling of exhaustion. I must have been dumbfounded.
Then, with a serious face, Headmaster Eduard turned to me and bowed deeply.
“Since the father of that boy is the king, he cannot bow his head. Therefore, I will apologize on his behalf. Marlene Benedikta Eiraus, the Duke’s daughter, I apologize for the great trouble my nephew has caused you.”
With his head still bowed, Headmaster Eduard did not move. I could only open and close my mouth, not knowing what to say. Although the engagement was broken, and the curse was automatically lifted, I hadn’t spoken for more than half a year, so my vocal cords must have weakened. My arms are the same; I need rehabilitation.
While I was thinking about this, Headmaster Eduard, still bowing his head, added, “And also,” and raised his face.
“I thought the source of the curse on Miss Marlene might be Gied or Miss Whipke, and I had it investigated, but there was no evidence of that.”
Well, it’s because I cursed myself. It’s not Gied or anyone else’s fault.
“Rather than finding the cause of the curse, I thought it would be better to focus on lifting it first, so I had various things investigated. But, nothing more than the High Priest’s nonsense about ‘a kiss of true love’ came up.”
That makes sense. My unique magic was created by mixing the curses of this world with the knowledge of my past life.
“However, I would like you to try one thing. With this method, perhaps the curse placed upon you might be lifted.”
What? Did he find some way to break the curse? As expected of Headmaster Eduard, he never neglects his research in magic.
But my curse has already been lifted. It’s just that after not moving for half a year, it’s impossible to move smoothly all of a sudden.
I couldn’t take the attitude of saying that I don’t need it anymore because the curse is gone, so I gave Headmaster Eduard an ambiguous smile.
Hmm, some kind of performance that the curse has been lifted may be necessary… Since Headmaster Eduard won’t do anything strange, by trying what the headmaster suggests, it might be a good idea to make it seem like the curse has been lifted.
Alright, I’m counting on you, Headmaster!
Headmaster Eduard knelt on one knee in front of me and respectfully took my immobile right hand.
What is he planning to do by taking my hand?
Ah, maybe he’ll make light shine from my hand, like a sparkling effect? That kind of magic should be easy for Headmaster Eduard! Then I can act like, “Oh, the curse is lifted!” Yes, that’s fine.
“Marlene Benedikta Eiraus, the Duke’s daughter. Despite being unable to speak or move your arm, you never lamented and continued to focus on your studies. And above all, your noble heart never forgets your gentle smile. I was touched by your appearance. To be honest, as the uncle of Gied, I think it’s brazen of me to say this to you. Furthermore, even though you are graduating from this academy today, you are still a student here. It’s not appropriate for me, the headmaster, to say this to a student like you. But please, let me say it.”
Huh? Words?
Isn’t it just a glittering light effect?
To say something… Ah, is it a spell? Like “Break the curse!” or “To save the fallen world from chaos, oh guardian of light, manifest yourself here and now!” or something like that, a slightly embarrassing chant? That would be nice too, Headmaster Aedualt, you have such a lovely voice…
And just when I was thinking that, Headmaster Eduard gently pressed his lips to my hand! Kyaaaaa!
A faint, soft sensation. Even though it was just that, I felt a heat as if I had been burned, and my body trembled involuntarily. The trembling didn’t stop at my hand, it traveled up my arm, reached my heart… and circulated throughout my entire body.
It was hot, and frustrating. I felt like I was going to lose myself.
Without letting go of my bewildered hand, Headmaster Eduard looked up at me. His sincere gaze made my heart leap…!
“I love you, Miss Marlene. I hope my feelings will break your curse…”
Ah, love! His earnest voice, as if praying to the heavens, sweetly shook my eardrums.
“Um, well…”
I inadvertently let out a sound.
The first sound I had made in over half a year. A hoarse, tiny voice like a sigh, Headmaster Eduard didn’t miss it.
“Miss Marlene, just now…your voice…”
Surprised, Headmaster Eduard stood up with his eyes wide open.
“Miss Marlene’s voice…!”
“Yes! I definitely heard it just now!”
“Has the curse been lifted!?”
“That’s right! There’s no doubt! Headmaster’s love has triumphed over the curse!”
Not just Headmaster Eduard, but all of my classmates were moved to tears, one after another.
Ah, what should I do!?
The curse I placed on myself was supposed to be automatically lifted once Prince Gied declared the engagement annulled… But with this timing, it’s as if Headmaster Eduard’s love truly overcame the curse!
I hadn’t anticipated this development… Um, well… What should I do?
While I was still bewildered, Headmaster Eduard suddenly hugged me! W-wait!
“Ah…! A miracle! Your voice just now…!”
Headmaster Aedualt squeezed me tightly in his arms.
“Hey…stop…please…uh, Headmaster…”
It was difficult to breathe. Somehow, I managed to move my creaking arms and gently push the Headmaster’s body back.
“Ah, your arms are moving too!”
Headmaster Eduard’s eyes sparkled with overwhelming joy. So bright! It’s like a handsome beam!
Lady Miana and the other classmates were also jumping for joy. Not only that, the entire party venue erupted with the “miracle of true love” that had just occurred!
“What a wonderful miracle!”
“True love really does exist…!”
“Headmaster’s love has broken the curse on Marlene, the Duke’s daughter!”
“Congratulations, Miss Marlene!”
“Miss Marlene!”
From all directions, people shouted congratulatory words, and my eyes darted back and forth.
No, this isn’t like a fairytale heroine who ate a poisoned apple, died, and then came back to life with a prince’s kiss! Aww, what do I do…!
No, my curse is supposed to be automatically lifted when the engagement is annulled…but I can’t say that in this atmosphere!
The graduation celebration has vanished, and the venue is now buzzing with “true love” congratulations and excitement!
What should I do…? Really, what should I do…?
While I was simply bewildered, Headmaster Aedualt winked at me and whispered softly in my ear.
“…Isn’t it more romantic to say the curse was broken by true love?”
Huh? Headmaster, you knew I placed the curse on myself!? My face suddenly felt like all the blood had drained away.
Um, should I confess everything to the Headmaster? But now, everyone is celebrating the “true love’s kiss that broke the curse,” and I don’t want to be exposed.
Um, I guess I’ll need to discuss this with the Headmaster later, just the two of us… As I thought that, the Headmaster gave a mischievous grin.
“Don’t worry. I won’t say anything unnecessary. It’s a secret between the two of us… Well, the fact that I love you is undoubtedly true, though.”
At those words, I thought I might ascend to heaven right then.
I just avoided the noose, but if I die because Headmaster Eduard is too amazing… That would be… Ugh, it’s too early to go to heaven.
I got proposed to by a wonderful man, just as I wished!
I can’t die until I become a happy bride!
A lovey-dovey, happy, exciting life is right before my eyes!
Right now, right here, I must seize this happiness! I won’t let it go as a woman!
So, goodbye to the “villainess I used to be.”
From now on, I will live my life as a wife who is loved by her kind husband! Yippee!
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