In A World Full of Silence, My Heart Will Find Its Way To You - Chapter 33

“Edward, you made it on time! Aria came with you too. Come on in! Welcome!

Isabella, wearing a pale pink frilled dress and with her long pink hair draped to one side, walked towards me.

A firm body with clear curves and white, milky skin. With enchanting pink pupils and strikingly clear features.

Everyone’s attention was drawn to the gentle voice. Isabella smiled brightly as she watched Aria get off the carriage.

“Aria, is this your first time in the costume room? You’ve always been stuck in the dull routine of the Bailey household. I told you to come out to get some fresh air. My thinking isn’t short, is it? Isn’t it just my short-sightedness?”

As her eyes narrowed while crossing her arms, Aria barely managed to nod with a stiff expression.

Isabella was still uncomfortable because of what happened at the last meal.

Unlike the stiff Aria, Isabella wore a gentle smile as usual.

“Since Aria’s taste is as good as that of the most discerning noble ladies, I have to look forward to it. The beautiful dress I’ll wear at the wedding, you’ll definitely help me pick it out, right?

Isabella gently brushed her hair aside and gave a shy smile.  The expression on Edward’s face, standing opposite the two, became noticeably more relaxed.

“As you can see, it’s really difficult to match the outfit for the wedding.  I just can’t figure out a woman’s taste.  Anyway, please make sure to win Isabella’s heart well, Aria.”

“Oh my. If someone saw me, they’d think I’m a capricious young lady. Who was it that always had other things on their mind instead of me?

As Isabella squinted slightly and leaned forward, Edward faintly curled the corners of his lips.

Seeing the two of them so harmonious, Aria lowered her head for no reason.  I felt out of place and insignificant being caught between the two of them.

In their ongoing conversation, Aria shook her head, reproaching her own awkward demeanor.

No.  Isabella is treating it casually, so I shouldn’t act awkwardly or stiffly.  At that time, I might have really misunderstood…I don’t want to ruin the mood because of my trivial feelings.

When Aria silently turned her gaze, Edward, who had been in the middle of a conversation, soon directed his gaze towards her.

He withdrew his hand from Isabella and hurriedly pulled Aria towards him.

“Come to think of it, today I should impress Aria instead of my precious bride, right?

“Wow. Are you not even considering me at all anymore? How petty!

Isabella’s lips pursed.  Edward winked as if trying to win her over and then grabbed Aria’s wrist, pulling her along.

“Aria, let’s go inside quickly.  We have a long way to go.

Aria was pushed into the dressing room by Edward without even having a chance to refuse. Isabella’s eyes widened in surprise at the sight of the two, and she froze in place.

As Edward disappeared, the smile gradually faded from her face.

Isabella, whose kind and gentle smile had disappeared, muttered to herself with her eyes fixed there.

“You’ve come here out of line, Aria. I’ll show you properly today. Where you should be.”

Isabella, her expression frozen coldly, quietly followed behind them. That gaze was entirely directed at those two.

Inside the dressing room, where several luxurious dresses were hanging on the rack, dresses of various designs were displayed by color.

The madam, wearing a red dress with frills, praised Isabella as she changed into a white silk dress.

“Oh my! As expected, Miss Cecil. No matter what dress you wear, you always exude elegance and a noble aura. What do you think, How does it look to you, future groom?

“Well… From a man’s perspective, they’re all pretty much the same. Aria, what do you think?

As Edward turned his head towards Aria, the madam’s gaze followed suit.

She looked at Aria with curious eyes.

“Who is this lovely person who came with you? You seem like a lady I haven’t seen before.

In response, Isabella, who was sitting next to him, slightly lifted the corners of her mouth.

“Madam. This is not a young lady, but a maid working at the Bailey household and will soon be my maid. She was also Edward’s personal maid. She came to recommend a dress that would suit me today.

“Yes…? The maid is making Lady Cecil’s wedding dress?

Madame quickly scanned Aria, seemingly startled by those words.  At the sight of the madam’s frowning expression, Aria quickly felt intimidated.

The madam’s lips, which had been curled up, fell coldly as if she was displeased with the maid choosing her clothes.

Why not?  She was the most successful designer in this bustling district and the owner of the tailor shop.

However, if I carelessly showed my displeasure, I would immediately fall out of favor with Isabella and Edward, so I had to endure it.

Madame looked at Aria and forced a smile.

“Oh my.  I’m also very curious about the maid’s judgment here. What do you think?

Soon, everyone’s attention was focused on Aria.  Aria, who was suddenly the center of attention, quickly nodded her head out of a sense of pressure.

So, the lady suggested trying on another dress and asked.

“Don’t just nod your head, please convince him specifically how Cecil and the dress go well together.  At this rate, I won’t be able to choose a dress today either.

Aria didn’t want to make any decisions.  In fact, it wasn’t something a maid could dare to choose.

However, my indecisive attitude could have made the atmosphere here even worse.

After a moment of hesitation, Aria took out a note and began to write.

The dress you are wearing now seems to exude an even more elegant atmosphere than the one you wore earlier.   The viola sleeves at the end of the sleeves seem to enhance your elegance.  The intricate embroidery and craftsmanship are smoother and more exquisite than before.

Aria handed the note she had written to Edward.  As he looked down at it, a gentle smile gradually appeared on his lips.

“Yeah.  I also like the flower decoration in the front.  Isabella, I like my dress right now too.

In response, Isabel also replied with a smile.

“If you like my husband, then I like him too.”

Madame clapped her hands in delight at their decision.

The madam hurriedly styled Isabella’s hair high to match the outfit and pinned a sparkling tiara hairpin in place.

“It’s a dress that’s in style these days. The floral decoration that highlights Miss Cecil’s lovely appearance is also layered on the sleeves. It’s a very excellent choice.

As Isabella looked into the mirror with a satisfied expression, the madam behind her also brightened up. Isabella looked at Edward in the mirror and said.

“Now it’s your turn, husband. Go ahead and change.

“The uniform you will be wearing is prepared over there.  Now, please follow me.”

Madam led Edward towards another room.

As Edward disappeared, a strange silence fell between Isabella and Aria.

Isabella gestured towards Aria as if she had been waiting for her.

“Aria, come over here.”

Aria reluctantly stood up and moved next to Isabella, despite her lack of desire to do so, due to Isabella’s persistent calls.

Isabella grabbed Aria’s shoulders and made her stand in front of the mirror.

“Aria, you’ve never seen such a big mirror before, have you? Here, take a look at your face.

Aria stood in front of the mirror with a very uncomfortable expression. In fact, she hadn’t stood in front of a mirror many times before.

As soon as she opened her eyes, there was no way the maid, who worked all day long, would have time to look at such an expensive mirror.

Of course, there was a small mirror in the drawer of the room.

But even that had long since broken, so I couldn’t see my face properly.

In short, it was the first time I had observed myself so closely.

With her frizzy brown hair, pale and dry face, and emaciated figure. It was only natural to be compared to Isabella next to me.

In the mirror, Isabella’s subtle face was reflected.

“During our last meal, I clearly warned you about your position, but it seems you didn’t get the hint?

At that cold voice, Aria’s body stiffened.Looking at Isabella’s expression, it was clear that what happened that day was not just a figment of my imagination.

Why.  Why did you treat me so kindly, then…?

Isabella, who was watching the flustered Aria, let out a faint sneer.

“How do you like your appearance? Because of your unremarkable appearance, all I hear in the Bailey household are terrible rumors. Instead of Edward, it seems like you wanted to carry around the illegitimate child named Eric and hear people call you a lady. He’s got some serious guts.

A completely different expression and tone of voice. At Isabella’s changed demeanor, Aria’s pupils began to tremble.

Isabella whispered secretly into Aria’s ear, who was staring at her intently.

“But what should I do about this? If you covet a position that isn’t yours, you’re bound to face serious consequences.  Would the Count just stand by if even a small blemish were to fall upon the Bailey family because of you?

“With a look of surprise as if you didn’t know at all. I didn’t like you from the beginning. Your pretense of being noble, which is unbecoming of a maid, was truly disgusting. The reason I called you here today is just one thing.

Isabella’s lip curled in disdain as she shot a sideways glance at Aria.

“Don’t get involved with Edward anymore. Even if you do this, I have no intention of letting someone like you into my house. If you get greedy, scandalous rumors about you and Eric will quickly spread through high society. Then, it would be obvious how the count and countess would deal with you, right?

“Think of it as punishment for wishing for something unattainable.”

As soon as those words were spoken, Isabella’s scoff was heard. Aria could only bow her head mournfully, unable to offer any rebuttal.

At that moment, the madam who had gone far away walked back again.

At the sound of her footsteps, Isabella’s expression softened.

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