Chapter 173  

On the other hand, Alexcent observed Amethyst. He wanted to bring up the subject of adjustment of the contract date since Gen had suggested it can be prolonged if both parties agree to it.

thought Alexcent.

Alexcent thought today was best to talk about it since Amethyst looked happier. She was smiling more today.

“Ash.,” he called.

“Yes?” she said. She turned to Alexcent.

“Regarding the contract…,” he said hesitantly, “I have something to say.”

“The contract?”

“Yes…” Amethyst felt her heart drop. When it came to love, she realized she was no different from Barden. Her chest constricted. She was worried and confused by her feelings for Alexcent and how it might complicate matters.

“The contract period can be—”

“Don’t worry,” interrupted Amethyst.

“What?” asked Alexcent.

“I will make sure I follow the deadline,” she said, “So don’t worry about it.”

Alexcent was silent. He looked her in the eye gauging her emotions.

“Alec?” she stammered.

“Fine,” said Alexcent and strode out of her room. Amethyst knew whenever he got cold and distant.“How heartless!” she mumbled, “He didn’t need to remind me of it.” Amethyst felt sad and desolate. “I should make sure that he doesn’t know it in the future,” she resolved.

***

“Gen!” roared Alexcent.

“Yes, My Lord,” said Gen appearing at his side. He wondered what the matter was. The duke sounded very menacing at that moment which worried him

“Go and find out again,” ordered Alexcent.

“What?” said Gen, “My Lord.”

“Find out how to annul the contract!” shouted Alexcent. “Just figure out a way. No matter what it takes, even if it means changing the law. Just find a way!”

Gen looked at him puzzled. Gen wondered.

“Understood,” he said and took his leave.

Alexcent, alone in his office, seethed in anger. Alexcent wondered. Alexcent recalled her in his arms at night. She had never given herself fully to him

Alexcent slammed his fist on the table.

***

In the last few days, Amethyst and Barden had become close. One of the reasons was that he taught her swordsmanship when the other knights were on vacation, but the major reason was because she knew how he felt.

They had formed a bond from loving the same person. They both understood the unrequited love and the pain of it, where one lived in agony to never reveal how one felt.

“Lord Barden is this okay?” asked Amethyst, hefting the sword and standing in the posture he had taught her.

“Yes,” said Lord Barden, “Your posture improved every day, My Lady.”

“I think that is because you are a very good teacher,” said Amethyst.

“You flatter me,” Lord Barden chuckled, “Besides, you have a better mentor than me, don’t you?”

“Who? Alec?” asked Amethyst.

“Yes. I heard you learnt swordsmanship from His Excellency.”“Oh please! Alec only ever criticizes me! He thinks everyone is as good as him so when I don’t do well, he is surprised.”

“Haha, is that so?” said Lord Barden, “It is still a dream of mine to train under him. For someone as ordinary as me, he is an idol, a legend.”

Amethyst chastised herself inwardly.

“I’m so sorry. I just…” trailed off Amethyst.

“No, no, don’t be!”

“Barden,” said Amethyst, “Maybe I can put in a word about you to Alec.”

“What?!”

“Would a duel be okay? If you want, of course.”

“What? No! It’s alright, really.”

Amethyst thought. Even when Barden rejected the help, Amethyst could see him blushing a little, his eyes sparkling.

It was odd that with Count Glacia, Amethyst didn’t want to share anything. But she didn’t feel the same towards Barden.

thought Amethyst,

“It’s absolutely alright,” said Amethyst, “I will ask him.”

“If he declines,” said Barden, “Please don’t stress yourself out, my lady.”

“I won’t.” Amethyst was touched by his concern for her. “Barden, join us for dinner today,” offered her.

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