It Seemed My Fiancé Hated Me, So I Distanced Myself—But for Some Reason, He Complained - Chapter 59

Next, the court steward addressed Princess Jenna.

Princess Jenna placed a finger on her lips and looked upward as if hesitating.

“Which one should I choose, Lady Anastasia’s tea party felt safe and secure, and I thought her social skills would be reassuring when she becomes queen. In comparison, Lady Clarissa casually asks questions that could be landmines if handled wrong. It was thrilling.”

Princess Jenna’s words stabbed painfully into my heart.

Once again, I was made to understand how inexperienced I truly am.

“But getting nervous like this is so rare. It was fun! I choose Lady Clarissa!”

“Eh?”

I couldn’t help but let out a sound. Princess Jenna had chosen me.

I froze in disbelief.

“Thank you so much, Princess Jenna!”

“I’ll choose you this time, but when you invite people outside your inner circle, you must strive to host tea parties that are less risky, alright?”

“Yes, I’ll do my best!”

I nodded repeatedly.

Moreover, did Princess Jenna just refer to me as part of her inner circle? The thought that she acknowledged me made me even happier.

Finally, it was Princess Avery’s turn.

When the steward asked her, Princess Avery tilted her head in thought.

“I enjoyed both tea parties. Which one should I pick? I’m torn.”

I waited for her answer with a pounding heart. Somehow, just getting Princess Jenna’s vote felt like enough, but this was a competition.

I had to win and earn Lady Anastasia’s recognition.

“But I think I’ll choose Sister Clarissa too. The fact that she understands my talents really scored points! Sister Clarissa, if you’d like, I’d be happy to teach you about the palace things you don’t know!”

“Princess Avery! Yes, please, I’d love that!”

I covered my mouth in happiness as I spoke.

Even Princess Avery had chosen me. I’m happy. So very happy.

“Then, it appears Lady Clarissa has won this competition.”

The steward announced hesitantly.

Prince Lucas smiled and came over to me.

“Congratulations, Clarissa! You worked hard!”

“Thank you, Prince Lucas!”

The maids also came over, praising me with “Amazing, amazing!” I felt incredibly happy.

Then, I heard something drop.

Looking over, I saw Lady Anastasia staring at us with a strained expression. Her fan lay at her feet, and her personal maid was hurriedly picking it up.

“…I see. Everyone chooses Lady Clarissa.”

“Lady Anastasia…”

“Of course. You seem much more genuine and nicer than me. Not as competitive as I am, not approaching or distancing yourself from people based on calculations. I’m sure it’s someone like you who wins the people’s affection.”

Lady Anastasia murmured these words.

Princess Jenna and Princess Avery looked at Lady Anastasia with confused expressions.