The Duchess’s Thoughts
Eliana’s Point of View
The fall collection was a huge success, and the dresses I designed were well-received by many women.
“Eliana, they were also a hit in high society. Even with the foreign Royalty at the recent dinner party.”
“Lady Marie was the one who designed and tailored the clothes.”
It was Lady Marie’s meticulous care that brought the outfits to this level of perfection.
“Design alone wouldn’t have been enough. She also considered the materials and what the wearer’s heart desired.”
I couldn’t have thought this far.
To understand the wearer’s feelings to this extent.
After all, I was just a sheltered child.
As someone who led a sheltered life, I couldn’t do anything on my own.
“Would you like a refill?”
“Yes, Madam.”
“You have been eating a lot lately.”
“Oh my… I suppose so.”
My appetite had returned, and I had not only a refill of tea but also overindulged in scones.
“No, it’s fine. If you can eat more, that’s a good thing.”
“Lately, the meals have been delicious… and the dresses are getting a little tight.”
I have to control my eating.
“Lately, I have been able to sleep peacefully at night as well.”
“I see…”
I had been afraid of sleeping for a long time.
My husband was busy and often away from the mansion.
When I slept alone at night, I would hear voices.
Voices that blamed me, voices I had heard at night since I was a child.
The voices of blame I heard up until now.
But recently, I hadn’t heard them anymore.
“It’s all thanks to Lady Marie.”
“I see…”
I owe my growing recognition in high society to Lady Marie.
With no friends and all alone, Lady Marie spoke kindly to me and helped me overcome the challenges of raising Elysion, giving me advice and guidance.
I couldn’t protect my beloved son while remaining weak.
With Lady Marie’s help, I was able to take a step forward.
Lady Marie took me outside when I couldn’t go out.
“If it weren’t for Lady Marie, I don’t know if I could have given birth to Elysion. No, if Lord Diaz hadn’t been there, I would…”
“Eliana, I’m sorry.”
I was saved by Lord Diaz’ kindness when he reached out to me during his voyage.
I owe both of them an immeasurable debt.
“At your request, I investigated that family.”
“Did you find out anything?”
“More than I had imagined. That despicable pair.”
There’s not much I can do.
But there are things I can do using the position of the Royal family.
“I will do whatever it takes.”
“Eliana…”
“I won’t allow anyone to hurt Lady Marie.”
I may be weak or underestimated.
But I won’t forgive anyone who insults and hurts her.
“That woman is causing trouble in the countryside.”
“I have already taken precautions.”
I must protect Lady Marie at all costs!