ALL NOVEL After Resignation, I Refuse the Obsession from the Male Leads
Chapter 38
A question mark appeared in Yuriana’s eyes…
‘Is this really because of work?’ Yeah, isn’t reality beyond imagination? ‘I can’t explain in detail why they’re following me even on the weekend.’ That part is departmental confidential information, though. ‘But since it’s come to this, let’s finish it in three hours!’ When we went to the dress shop we had made a reservation for, the staff greeted us warmly. “Welcome! Miss Crosswell and Miss Lowell, who made a reservation today…” …A flicker of bewilderment passed through their eyes when they saw us. The most beautiful woman in the world. The most handsome man in the world. The second handsome man with a great decadent beauty. ‘And me, with my transparency slightly increased.’ It would be hard for them to get a sense of what our relationship is, anyway. However, they continued speaking professionally. “Please come this way. Would you like to try it first, Miss Crosswell?” I gestured for Yuriana to go in first, signaling her to enter. ‘Because in the meantime, I’ll have to manage these two, whose mental state is falling apart.’ While they handled the terrible incident so well, these male leads acted as if they’d been poisoned in the women’s dress shop. “Senior, Seamus. I’m sorry for taking up your holiday.” “No… no, it’s fine…” The male lead’s face turned red, and Seamus didn’t say a word, but both of them had an incredibly awkward look on their faces. “Actually, I’ve never really paid attention to women’s clothes, so I was a bit taken aback.” “I thought that might be the case. But don’t you or Seamus need to get fitted for clothes?” “The men will be wearing formal uniforms then.” “Ah, then perhaps on that day…?” I was going to ask the Great Young Master what his schedule was like, but. ‘Hmm, we’re not close enough yet to ask about family, are we?’ And since Seamus was there as well, I decided not to touch on any sensitive topics. ‘Anyway, the Great Young Master has no choice but to attend the banquet because of his position.’ Just then, the female lead walked out of the dressing room, her steps light and quick. The mint-colored dress, with its shoulders exposed, was cinched at the waist with a silver ribbon, and the hem fluttered in several layers like waves. I unconsciously covered my mouth with both hands. Wow…Wow…! “What do you think? I’m thinking of going with this one. I tried on others inside, but this one looks the best.” “Oh, mhm! It suits you perfectly!” I nodded quickly, giving a thumbs up. ‘Ah. What’s the male lead’s reaction? And Seamus’?’ Could this be the moment where the male lead falls for the female lead at first sight because of her different appearance? But the male lead was looking at me. “Now, is it your turn to try it on, Lowell?” “Ah, yes.” Male lead, why aren’t you looking at the sea fairy? ‘What about Seamus?’ He’s just looking at me too. He must want to get off work early. ‘So, what’s the female lead’s reaction?’ …The female lead was also just looking at my face, smiling happily. “I’ll go with this one! Layla, hurry up and show me what you picked!” The shop assistant quickly showed me the catalog. “Miss Lowell, what color would you like?” “Ah, uhm.” I’ve never worn expensive clothes before, so I’m not really sure about this fashion stuff. “Excuse me, what would be good for a banquet dress?” But I guess I should ask people who know better than me. The three of them looked at the catalog with sincerity. “Ahem, red…?” “Wouldn’t pink look good on Layla!” “…Purple.” I looked at their hair and eye colors in silence. Their aesthetic standards were very consistent, but their sense of color was slightly off. How come all three of them are like that? * * * While Layla was trying on the dress, Yuriana kept a close watch on Carlyle and Seamus’s reactions. ‘Perhaps… no, as expected…?’ Great Young Master Carlyle Lupesque was famously known as a workaholic, obsessed only with his work. ‘Finley is the same.’ A cold-blooded, talented, but unpredictable ace of the Wizard Tower. But weren’t both of them waiting for Layla to come out? Even sticking together on the weekend? ‘Layla said this was for work, but maybe…?’ Could it be that they both have feelings for Layla? ‘No matter how I think about it, it must be like that, right? Just like today’s work and Finley’s attitude in front of the director!’ Her heart was pounding so hard it felt like it was going to burst. At the same time, jealousy began to rise within the two who were part of the BM-RP Department. Yuriana recalled the words she had heard from Minister Crow in the ward. [It can’t be said that others won’t get involved. But still, do you want to apply to our department?] What did she think at that time? Didn’t she think those words were correct? ‘I can’t let others get hurt.’ If that dark magic hadn’t exploded on her, wouldn’t Layla or Finley have been in no danger? [I’ll withdraw my application to the BM-RP Department…] But was it really just because “I can’t let my colleagues get hurt because of me”? ‘Maybe I was relieved that I couldn’t get in?’ She almost died. What would have happened to her if the people from the BM-RP Department hadn’t saved her? The thought that she was fortunate to have avoided such a terrifying situation… ‘It’s not like I didn’t think about it at all.’ That’s why she felt even more ashamed. ‘I’m a kid who can’t even avenge my parents.’ And then she tried to run away, making up some lame excuse that she would be a burden to others. She was so miserable that she made a lot of mistakes throughout the rest of her training period. Even when she tried to muster strength, she couldn’t find any. Because the results weren’t good, people’s gossip got worse. [Is that what they call the top student? No wonder the second-place Finley must feel unfair.] [Didn’t she manipulate her grades?] [Maybe Allison Capres is innocent.] [Shouldn’t she resign on her own if she had any sense?] That’s not true, she thought she should just ignore what other people say. But when she couldn’t get into the department she wanted, her self-esteem completely shattered. At that time, she was glad to meet Layla, but she was also very embarrassed… ‘Does Layla know how to overcome this situation…?’ Perhaps, she wanted to cling to her. Layla seemed to have more experience than others, even though she was the same age. She hoped to be saved from this bottomless situation… [Do you need help?] When Yuriana heard that question from Layla, she felt as if she had been hit hard on the back of her head. If Layla had offered, “I’ll help you!” Yuriana would have grabbed her outstretched hand without hesitation. If she had asked, “Should I help you?” it would have been the same. ‘But Layla didn’t treat me like a child.’ At the moment Yuriana was asked that question, she was able to see her own feelings more objectively. Should she get help from others? Or, whether she should try to overcome this situation on her own… ‘You gave me a choice.’ Then let’s try to pull this situation through with her own power once more. It wouldn’t be too late to ask for Layla’s help after everything else has been done. ‘Thinking like that… I’m not afraid of going to the palace anymore.’ And she felt sorry for Layla. Originally, the “Magic Herb Research Lab” was the place that Layla wanted to go! ‘But, she even bought a cake for me…’ The congratulatory cake was really delicious. That made her cry even more. ‘…That’s why I tried to do my best when I came to buy clothes this time!’ Yuriana looked at the two men with a slightly, maybe a lot, pouty expression. Senior Carlyle Lupesque and Seamus Finley! They were people she originally wanted to work with! ‘Are they really following her closely for work?’ For a moment, she was intrigued by their interest in Layla. Aren’t they just uninvited guests who interrupted her shopping with her friends! The more she thought about it, the more she became annoyed, so she glanced at Seamus. “Isn’t purple too heavy of a color for Layla? Finley.” “….” Seamus, who was frowning in boredom, turned his head toward Yuriana. Layla had just tried on the purple dress, but as Crosswell said, it didn’t suit her. She was angry that he was wrong even though he observed her for over nine hours a day. I would greatly appreciate your continued support by leaving a positive rating on NU so I can continue translating this novel. Thank you. Next chapter will be updated first on this website. Come back and
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