Chapter 102: I will not give my daughter to someone like you!!
{TL: By Creed}
After a fierce family quarrel...
We were guided to the guest room of the Ascart family by Axel and Lina.
The lord's mansion was very spacious, but its chic design made it feel quite cozy. We sat on the sofa, enjoying some tea while waiting for Edward.
The match ended with Sofia's overwhelming victory, but it seemed she had been holding back. Edward didn't suffer any serious injuries and only had some minor bruises. He wasn't with us because he needed to get treated.
"Mom, are you okay? You're not hurt?"
"Hehe, I'm fine. Aisha, your mother is very strong."
"Yeah... Mom, you were so cool."
"Aww, Aisha, you're too cute! My daughter is the best!"
"Mmmgh!"
Sofia, thrilled by Aisha's concern, beamed and hugged Aisha tightly.
Aisha seemed a bit uncomfortable but also very happy to be hugged by Sofia, smiling brightly. I felt a bit envious.
"Sofia, why did you suddenly do that?"
"Well... I've been frustrated with Father for being so selfish. When he acted all high and mighty, I just... couldn't hold back."
Sofia stuck out her tongue playfully and smiled.
She looked adorable... Wait, that's not the point.
"I understand how you feel, but Aisha was there, too."
"Ugh."
"When a mother and grandfather suddenly fight... Was that a fight? It seemed more like a death match than a duel... Anyway, such a dramatic fight would make anyone anxious. And Aisha is clearly worried right now."
"Ugh..."
"Of course, I was worried too."
"Ah..."
"So, please, don't do that again, okay?"
"...I'm sorry."
Sofia looked genuinely remorseful, her shoulders slumped.
"I'm still so childish... I never thought I'd lose control like that. It's embarrassing."
"I don't mind. It's only natural for people to have shortcomings... And I'll be there to make up for yours."
"...Fate..."
"Um, you two? Could you not create your own little world here?"
"Ah, haha... Sorry, Licorice."
"Really."
Licorice sighed dramatically, then gently floated up and landed on Aisha's head. Lately, she seemed to favor sitting there. Aisha also seemed to like Licorice, happily letting her stay.
"Sorry to keep you waiting."
After a while, Edward appeared. Despite the damage he must have taken, he walked steadily and sat down on the sofa opposite us.
His piercing gaze made me sit up straight instinctively.
"Um, I..."
"I've heard the gist of it from Axel and Lina. No need for introductions."
"..."
"So, you're Fate..."
"!? "
A tremendous killing intent hit me. It was so intense that I felt like I might suffocate.
Why? I haven't done anything to Edward...
I couldn't think of a reason for such hatred.
"Ugh..."
"Father...? What are you doing?"
"...Sorry."
Aisha, caught in the crossfire, had tears in her eyes. Seeing this, Sofia returned Edward's killing intent...
Finally, Edward seemed to come to his senses, and the killing intent vanished. It seemed it had slipped out reflexively rather than intentionally.
Am I really hated that much? It's a mystery.
"Well... It's good to have you back, Sofia. You've read my letter, haven't you?"
"Yes. That's why I returned."
"Then, I'll introduce you to your partner immediately. I'll prepare the venue, so read through the documents about them..."
"Father, about that, I'd like to decline the proposal."
"...What?"
The unexpected turn of events made Edward widen his eyes.
In the meantime, Sofia continued speaking firmly.
“You decided on a fiancé for me without my knowledge and proceeded with the arrangements on your own... Do you really expect me to comply with such unilateral decisions? Absolutely not. Please stop making such arbitrary decisions... I returned home this time to express my discontent.”
“So, you don’t want to get engaged?”
“Of course not. Why should I marry someone I don’t even know?”
“Indeed, you may not know him now. However, I chose a reliable partner. He’s sincere, intelligent, and skilled. You’ll surely like him once you meet him.”
“That’s impossible.”
Sofia decisively cut off Edward's words.
“I don’t know what kind of person he is, but there’s no way I’d have feelings for him.”
“How can you be so sure without knowing anything about him?”
“I am sure.”
“Why?”
“Because I already have someone I’ve promised my future to!”
“...What...”
Edward’s temple twitched noticeably.
“That’s an interesting claim. Sofia, you already have a lover?”
“Of course.”
“You’ve promised your future to him?”
“Of course.”
“You love him?”
“I love him more than anyone in the world.”
I felt a bit embarrassed. Licorice nudged me with her elbow playfully, and Aisha smiled brightly, as if she was happy for us.
“Could it be... the man next to you?”
“Yes, that’s correct.”
“...”
“You remember him, don’t you, Father? My childhood friend, Fate Stuart.”
“...”
“I love him. I’ve never even considered being with anyone else but Fate. I mean, it’s impossible. No one but Fate will do.”
“...”
“I came to report this today... No, if possible, could you acknowledge Fate and me?”
If possible, I wanted Edward to recognize us. This feeling seemed to be shared by Sofia, who rephrased her words.
“...”
Edward remained ominously silent.
What was this? It felt like the eerie calm before a volcanic eruption or the quiet before a storm. In any case, I had a bad feeling about it.
“...Hmm.”
“Huh?”
Edward glared at me more intensely than ever before,
“I will not give my daughter to someone like you!!!”
He declared loudly, his voice echoing throughout the mansion.
TL Note: First or maybe second obstacle in their love.
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