Odalisque - Chapter 31

“So I spoke again. Why is it a bad thing to say I have a lot of money when I do have a lot of money? What does that have to do with Jaylene’s mansion being auctioned off and my family being rich?”

“Oh, I see.”

Were people right about the ship of the Delli Merchant Guild sinking recently?

Liv nodded, inwardly surprised. If their mansion was being auctioned off at all, this family must be in dire financial straits, and the only daughter of this family seemed to be angry with envy and jealousy for no reason.

“Besides, if Jaylene has a crush on the Marquis, shouldn’t she be grateful to me? She could meet the Marquis because of me.”

In addition, the friend, Jaylene, had a crush on the Marquis of Dietrion. There was no girl of Millian’s age who did not admire him, but somehow, the innocent love of a young lady must have burned into jealousy.

Whether it was a good thing or not, Millian did not express any discomfort while mentioning Jaylene’s unrequited love. Millian’s interest in the Marquis did not seem to be deep or grave.

Rather, she expressed greater discomfort with the fact that she was arguing with her friend and being criticized.

“Teacher, do you also think that I was wrong?”

Looking at Millian pouting her lips, Liv let out a light sigh.

Of course, according to Millian’s words, it was Jaylene who made the mistake first. Furthermore, wasn’t it a birthday party for Millian? From any point of view, Jaylene was rash, and it was difficult to say that the judgment of the friends around her was rational.

Nevertheless, Liv could imagine well how the child, Jaylene, must have been feeling. About why she burst into tears.

“Do you want to make up with Jaylene?”

“She was a bit bad that day, but… in fact, she’s not a bad person. So, honestly, it’s a little uncomfortable to be like this. But everyone seems to be on Jaylene’s side.”

It wasn’t just because they were closer to Jaylene or because Millian’s behavior was bad. Liv thought that if she were to point out the root cause of this uncomfortable situation, it might end up being the Marquis. The people’s desire for the Marquis, to be precise.

All he did was visit the same mansion twice, but that alone could stir up so many people.

In the old days, Liv might have joined that rowdy crowd. However, in her situation now, where she faced him every week and sometimes received unrefined insults, it was difficult for her to accept him as a fantasy figure.

Everyone lamented that they wanted to receive the cold gaze from the Marquis, but only few people would be able to face it in person and endure it.

The mere thought of it made her body tremble. Liv quickly shook off her thoughts and said calmly.

“It’s true that Jaylene was too harsh in the beginning. So I think Jaylene is the one in the wrong. I’m sure in time, Jaylene will realize how embarrassing she has been. However, Millian, please be more considerate of other people’s feelings when you speak from now on. If you are considerate of others, they will be considerate of you.”

Even as she spoke, Liv realized that she was being a bit absurd. It was a plausible argument, but it was not realistic at all. At least not based on Liv’s personal experience.

Even if she showed consideration for the other person, she would only receive a cold disregard and a sneering look back.

However, it wasn’t the time to explain this cold reality yet. In addition, Millian would probably get the consideration that Liv would never get.

People also rank who they should be considerate of.

“Really?”

“Of course. And if you have done so, but the other people don’t, then you have the right to get angry and point out their mistakes.”

Millian opened her eyes wide at Liv’s words. Millian, who had been lost in thought for a moment, refuted in a questioning voice.

“The Marquis never considers anyone’s feelings. Even so, everyone follows him and likes him.”

“That’s…”

Speechless, Liv quickly racked her brain. Fortunately, Millian didn’t seem to notice Liv’s awkwardness and continued casually.

“But I know what you’re talking about. We can’t keep fighting anyway. I’m a lady who knows the cooperation between families!”

Pretending to be a mature person, Millian raised her chin and gracefully lifted the teacup. It was an action Millian often did when she wanted to pretend to be a grown-up adult.

“I feel a little better talking to you, Teacher.”

“That’s a relief. Talk well to your friends, too.”

It was a good thing that she felt better. Liv smiled lightly and picked up her own cup of tea. When she raised the cup, a touch of warmth came over her face. She was tilting her cup carefully, but Millian changed the subject in a cheerful voice.

“Yes. Oh, you’ve seen it, too, haven’t you? My dad made a big decision and won a very expensive painting this time.”

“I think I saw it in the hallway.”

When Liv nodded and answered, Millian leaned toward Liv and lowered her voice.

“I secretly heard that it was the work of the Marquis’ favorite artist. He might come for a visit again!”

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