Because She Had A Time Limit, She Became The Villain’s Daughter-in-law

Evan?

What he brought was, surprisingly, a ganache.

Whatis this?

What you gave me last time.

Evan answered leisurely.

I heard you waited for an hour to buy it and eat it with me.

That, yeah, but

So, lets do what we couldnt do back then.

Because he wanted to do it as I did, he went downtown and got in line for an hour to buy without using the name, Icard. To be honest, the ganache was just a smokescreen for my other plans, so I was feeling slightly guilty, still

I was the kind of person who could easily ignore such remorse.

Oh, yeah. Good job, though you didnt have to do that.

Lets go downtown together next time. I went today because I really wanted to pay you back for how you waited for me before.

Evan placed the ganache down on the table set in the garden and spoke softly.

Of course, the knights tagging you told me you sent Lisa.

It turns out, Ludva had somehow ordered everyone to find Evan and send him back.

Really meticulous

Though because I was more meticulous, it was a victory for me.

Im not sure whats going to happen later, but if you come back in later than me in the future, Ill be waiting for you so we can sleep together.

Well, If thats what you want

Anyway, I didnt think Evan would be coming home late because he wasnt fully recovered yet.

But, more importantly

Evan slowly turned his head and studied Redian.

Who are you?

His voice sounded strangely chill.

Why have you been staring at Laria this whole time?

Redian shuddered and looked at me pitifully.

No matter how good I was at acting, I was taken aback for a moment. I didnt want to let him know that I wanted to make slush funds with paintings. In addition, Matilda also invited painters often before, so I didnt want to remind him of his trauma.

He must have been thinking of Matilda while looking at me.

However, it didnt make sense to say he was just an herbalist since he was openly staring at me this whole time.

So, I was left with nothing decent to answer him.

Go for now.

I dismissed Redian, telling him to think about the whole thing, although Evan suddenly held my hands tightly.

Laria is my wife.

Was there anyone here who didnt know that?

As I glanced at Evan, feeling a little embarrassed, he continued glaring at Redian with a murderous look.

Im saying shes not just someone you can put your eyes on.

What do you mean, how can the artist draw if he doesnt study his subject carefully?

Though, of course, I couldnt say that.

I-I, I apologize.

Innocent Redian bowed several times quickly and hurriedly ran away.

Who is it? That man.

Evan looked back at me and asked with a slightly stiff smile.

He added, Why was he staring at you as if he was possessed?

The way he spoke was very scary. If I hadnt set Redian off, he would have already hit him.

I was speechless.m and bewildered.

Right now, this Its a red flag!

If I couldnt think of anything to say, I should just at least buy some time to think before blurring out the main point and attacking!

Front line, prepare to attack!

I frowned and talked straightforwardly.

Evan.

Mmh?

Maybe were you this close-minded?

What?

No matter how high our status is, we are not the kind of people who wouldnt speak to a commoner.

In the original story, like other nobles, Evan didnt make any insulting remarks to Seymour, who was known to have been a commoner and had bought the title. Therefore, I thought that he was a person who was equally indifferent to everyone.

You went to the Academy, so I thought you would be more open and know more about that area.

Saying so, I sighed as though I was disappointed.

I mean, I think its really mean of you not to treat commoners as human just because they arent aristocrats

I tried to take my hand away from his, but his grip was strangely strong and couldnt come out easily.

Laria.

It seemed like he was finally letting go of my hand, though Evan just moved the position and locked his fingers with mine instead.

Of course, I know youre kind. However, it doesnt matter if he is a commoner. What matters is

Suddenly, I felt my chest tickling.

The coughs had decreased a lot lately, but it came out now when I was in the middle of the garden with nowhere to go?!

E-Evan, wait.

Why?

Wait a minute. I need to go to the bathroom Cough!

Eventually, an inevitable cough came out. Evans eyes widened in surprise when he saw blood dripping from my mouth.

Laria?

Evan was usually indifferent, so I never thought he could make that kind of face.

Is anybody there? Gather all the kitchen maids right now! Poisoning!

Evan! Its not poison!

Who the hell is trying to harm the Young Lords wife?

Your father!

I answered inwardly, but I held it in. Of course, I couldnt say it out loud!

Evan grabbed me by the arm with glistening eyes. He seemed to be on the verge of going insane.

I, Im really fine, Evan. This isnt a big deal.

Well, in fact, it was quite a big deal, but Evans expression was so severe that I uttered that unknowingly.

Evan, stay calm. You didnt know before, but Ive been this way since a long time ago.

What?

His whole body was shaking.

Evan slowly wiped the blood around my mouth with his thumb and bit his lips.

Since a long time ago? What the hell is happening to you?

Wait a minute, Evan. Just calm down first

It felt as if he was about to cry, so I was in a bind for a moment. I guess Evan was shocked more than I thought he would be.

Should I say I have a deadly disease?

Nevertheless, should I tell this kid, who was having a mental breakdown because of Ludva, that his wife was dying? It was too cruel to tell a child whose mothers death was a traumatic experience, that his wife, who resembled his mother, would die, too.

When youre in trouble like this, you should

Evan, I need to go to the bathroom first. Its not poison, so dont call innocent people and just ask your father for details.

Toss the ball to others. That was the best option.

Im still young so Im not certain. You would know better if you ask father since he appointed me a doctor as well.

Would this work?

Evan wouldnt let go of my arm, so I ended up having to use a cheat key to get out of the situation.

Cough.

Laria!

Cough, Couuugh E-Evan. Let go This is really hard for me, cough.

At that, I started coughing with a pitiful look, like a tragic heroine. Evan held me tightly, saying he would take me to the bathroom. Nevertheless, I was extremely shocked to see the hands that supported me shaking so bad.

Thats why I tried to hide it from Evan as much as I could.

You can take care of this as you please, dad.

After taking me to the bathroom, Evan handed me over to Lisa, who came in a hurry before scrambled to the Dukes office.

Wait for a moment, Laria. Even if the Duke runs out of his budget, Ill fix it somehow.

Im doing just fine even without spending the budget

When I came out of the bathroom, I saw Serena and Lisa, who tagged along, quarreling.

I mean, how can you be a doctor and let this situation happen?

It wouldnt make a difference if shes next to me or not when she coughs, Serena answered, shrugging.

But you wouldnt realize if there was an emergency. Why arent you doing your job properly?

Then, Lisa replied angrily.

All right, Ill be right next to her from now on, so you should go now.

What are you going to do? She must have blood on her clothes, so Ill help her change.

Huh? Ill help her. Last time, I saw a dress in the closet that I havent seen Laria wearing before.

Why does the doctor get to choose clothes? Thats an abuse of power!

I sighed and shook my head. Fortunately, I didnt have to stop the fight between them myself.

Lisa, the Duke, and the Young Master are requesting for you.

I couldnt figure out why Duke Icard was calling Lisa, but it was a relief, anyway.

After Ludvas incident, the two didnt even look at each other. So, it seemed that this would be an excellent opportunity to have a sincere conversation.

In the end, I took Serena and headed to my room.