The Kind Older Sister Is No More

Chapter 85: I Can’t Live Without Noel

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Dont ever come back to me like this. Ill never go back home.

Do you really think that man won't abandon you, Sister?

Irene paused in her footsteps. She turned back for a moment.

As soon as its expired and no longer useful, I would throw it away. No?

If a better woman appeared, wouldnt Older sister become the thorn?

Its obvious, Riel said confidently, towards Irenes back. Riel was certain that Irene was slowly falling apart.

If these words could spur anxiety and doubt, she thought it would be worth it. * However,

Thats not for you to judge. Moreover

*literally a good harvest, lmao Riel. What are you harvesting?  

Irene, who spoke with a wry smirk, smiled broadly at Riel, and ran her fingers through the tips of her hair. 

That is not going to happen. Im much more loved than you think. I feel rather sorry for you, Riel. Im not clear as to what the situation at Chase house is, maybe its enough to stimulate you to see me. But if you covet whats mine again, then I wont stand still. I wont relent to you. Leaving behind her chill warning, Irene left without mercy.

Riel trembled as she watched Irenes back. Irene left without saying a word. Riels shoulders trembled. Spots of blood appeared in the palm of her hands, as she dug her nails into the flesh of her palm.

Only when she was completely out of Riels sight, did Irene stop walking. She was so nervous that she felt like her legs had become gelatine. They almost did not support her weight, leaving her to flounder about! 

As soon as its no longer useful, I would throw it away. No? 

If a better woman appeared, wouldn't older sister not become the thorn? Its obvious.

Riels words ran through her mind. She pretended to be fine, but really She was not fine. It had always been lingering at the back of Irenes mind. The more comfortable and warmer she felt with him, the more she realised that her time was fleeting; her position was temporary, and so was the happiness.

Every time she felt uneasy, as if she were walking on centimetre thick ice, that could crack at any given moment, but not knowing when and where it would break. 

I cant live without Noel.

But she did not have the confidence to. If a woman who received the recognition of the Grand Duke of Kristen appeared and wanted to marry Noel, what would happen to herself?

Still...even so 

Arriving in front of the tea party, Irene looked at the vicinity, searching for Noel.

It was not difficult to locate him. All the eyes in the hall were focused on one place. 

Is that not the Duke, Noel Kristen? 

I have only heard of him, but its my first time seeing him in person.

What brought him here? Does he have so much free time to spend here?

I heard he isnt able to inherit the title of Grand Duke unless he gets married. Is there really a woman who desires to get married so desperately, despite her suffering?

Hes handsome. What a pity.

Even though Irene did not want to listen, she still heard the people. Of course, Noel too, must be able to hear that gossip. He was more sensitive than most.

You should choose a man with a solid future rather than such a man with an uncertain future. standing under the shade of the trees outside, Noel stood indifferently. It was as if the spiteful words had lost their moment mid-air, and never reached him.

It was as if he was left all alone in the world, lonely. He seemed even more so because no one approached him. Irene stood for a moment from afar and stared at Noel silently. 

When the time comes, think about it then.

Right now,

...Noel!

The priority was to get near him, whose surroundings were deserted. Irene deliberately raised her voice. Not only Noel, but everyone around him looked back at Irene. It was because of the intimacy of the name she had just called him. 

...Irene?

Noel was taken aback. He did not realise that Irene would call his name so loudly in the open like this. His eyes widened, and Irene vivaciously took a step forward.

She raised her head proudly and did not shy away from the gaze. She wanted to show Noel to those who gossiped and ignored him. His future was not as bleak as they might think. 

Sorry, you have been waiting long, havent you? 

Its alright. Is Irene alright? Do you have a fever?

Noel raised his hand and placed it on Irenes forehead. He was stunned by the sudden touch and body temperature, but immediately Irene nodded her head.

Im alright. Its just a little hot

The truth was, for Irene, the day became hotter because of how focused his eyes were on her. However, since the weather was actually hot, Noel had little doubt. 

Who is that woman? I dont think Ive ever met her before. 

I know. Count Chases daughter.

Isnt Count Chases daughter blonde?

No, its the second daughter that the young miss knows. Shes the eldest daughter.

Oh, the eldest daughter of the concealed Chase family. What an odd combination. The eldest daughter of Chase and the heir of the Kristen family. By the way, did she call his name earlier? I dont believe theyre in a normal relationship

They seem to be lovers...

Wait, a minute, wouldnt that mean he would succeed the Grand Duke?

Ridiculous. Isnt the next Grand Duke Count Ascardo?

Surrounding them conversations flowed endlessly, trying to infer the relationship between Irene and Noel. Somehow, it managed to go in the direction that Irene wanted. Hearing the peoples conversations, she suddenly raised her head, and felt Noels gaze on her. Noel looked at Irene with mysterious eyes. Seeing this, Irene tilted her head.

hehe Im just kidding, happy april fools :p double releases for this month xx

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