Chapter 247

This…

Looking at the watercolor-painted ticket in his hand, depicting a hazy starry sky with a small rose emblem in the corner, Leon asked somewhat perplexedly: “You mean… the princess invited me to watch a play?”

“Yes.”

After sneakily glancing at the sheep head on Leon’s desk out of curiosity, the maid sent by the princess bowed slightly and respectfully said: “Master Wilde’s Morning Star Theater Company is performing his most classic play today at the Central Cross Theater. It’s a very rare opportunity.

Princess Veronica really likes Master Wilde’s works. And upon hearing this news, she immediately thought of you, so she hopes that you can spare some time this afternoon to accompany her to enjoy the performance of the Morning Star Theater Company.”

“…”

I believe you when hell freezes over! Recalling how he was tricked into a daze during their previous divorce, Leon’s expression darkened slightly as he instinctively became wary.

A super workaholic who turns his bedroom into an office, whose bookshelves are filled only with documents and not a single leisure book, would be a drama enthusiast? Pull the other one!

Anyone with half a brain could see that this invitation clearly has ulterior motives; she’s definitely targeting him!

With extraordinary vigilance, Leon keenly identified the “murderous aura” behind this ticket and directly shook his head, returning the ticket.

“Please tell her I’m preparing to work overtime today.”

Previously, he suddenly showed up unprepared to break off the engagement, probably catching her off guard, but even then, she almost had him sign the papers right there.

This time, she’s obviously well-prepared. If he dared to go with her to watch the play, there would likely be dinner, shopping, buying clothes, strolling around, sightseeing… oh, it’s getting late, why don’t you just stay tonight and all sorts of things, then she’d have him completely tied down! If he watched this play, he’d probably never return home!

…

“His Grace, please do not rush to refuse.”

As if knowing what would happen, the maid delivering the ticket didn’t seem surprised by Leon’s rejection but instead smiled gently and whispered: “Your younger sister, Miss Anna, although she has recovered, has been ill for so many years, so her health isn’t particularly good and still requires careful care. Princess Veronica happens to be able to find the best alchemists in the capital…”

Upon hearing the maid’s words, Leon couldn’t help but frown and say:

“So, her meaning is, if I want to help Anna recover her health, then as an exchange, I must accompany her to watch today’s play?”

“Not at all! Not at all! Please don’t misunderstand!”

The maid quickly shook her head and said: “Princess Veronica said she already made a similar mistake in front of you, and she absolutely won’t repeat it. In the future, she will treat you sincerely and won’t play any tricks on you anymore.

Regardless of whether you come to watch today’s play or not, Miss Anna’s health will receive the best care. Miss Anna’s matter is unrelated to her invitation to you. Princess Veronica has already sent someone to invite the alchemist this morning.”

“…”

“And besides taking care of Miss Anna’s health, she’s also contacting several senior teachers to ensure your younger brother and sister can get the best education without transferring schools.

Moreover, next year’s budget for the Clearing Bureau will be maximally increased, and so on. Princess Veronica told me these aren’t gifts or flattery, but rather an apology for what happened before.

At the time, she acted rashly and played some not-so-good tricks on you, feeling very guilty about it. So she wants to do something for you to make up for her mistakes and hopes you won’t refuse and give her a chance to compensate you.”

“…”

Is this compensation for me? She’s basically welding this ticket to my hand!

After listening to the maid’s “relay,” Leon couldn’t help but sigh deeply, realizing that he might have no choice but to watch the play this afternoon.

She’s gone this far, even lowering herself so much. How could I possibly not accompany her to watch a play?

“Alright…”

Again, she hit where he cared most—his family—and showed maximum sincerity from the start, then lowered herself and offered kindness without asking for anything in return… It feels like she’s completely seen through my weaknesses…

Under the fierce attack of the princess, Leon, whose face wasn’t thick enough yet, could only silently put away the ticket on the table and prepare to boldly venture into the dragon’s lair.

“Actually, watching a play isn’t bad… Where should I meet her?”

Seeing him reluctantly accept the ticket, the maid couldn’t help but smile faintly, then stood up, bowed, and gestured toward the door, softly answering: “Her Royal Highness’s carriage is now parked on the main road outside the Public Security Bureau. You can go directly there; Her Highness should be waiting for you inside.”

“…”

Good grief, she’s already arrived at the doorstep… So she knew from the start that after receiving the favor, I wouldn’t have the face to refuse and would agree to accompany her to the theater, huh?

This woman is truly… She may not be exceptionally smart, but she really understands human nature. After meeting only a few times, she’s already found a way to control me.

Not a single detail is wrong! All content is within 69 Book Bar!

…

Since I can’t resist, I might as well enjoy it. Being fully arranged by the princess, Leon could only take the “Dragon Lair Pass” and leave the Clearing Bureau, finding the carriage parked at the intersection under the maid’s guidance.

“Here! Here!”

Upon seeing Leon’s figure, the princess, dressed in a velvet long dress, leaned out of the carriage window, waving her hand forcefully, then opened the door herself and moved aside inside the carriage, happily saying: “I thought you’d be angry and wouldn’t want to accompany me to the theater… Leon, you’re so kind!”

“…”

So kind… Stop fooling around, alright? This is obviously all part of your plan. Given how busy you usually are, if you weren’t sure I’d come, how could you spend time waiting here?

However, even though he saw through the princess’s little tricks at a glance, seeing the charming face that looked both happy and mischievous light up with a radiant smile because of his arrival, the slight annoyance Leon felt from being “forced” to come disappeared uncontrollably in an instant.

How to say this… For some people, you know full well that she might be pretending, and even this smile might not be entirely genuine, but you just can’t get mad at her for that.

Thinking about how she spent so much effort and did so much just to gain your favor, you might even feel a bit moved. Even knowing it might be fake, you’re willing to act like a clueless fool and continue playing along with her…

Sss! Leon, wake up! You can’t afford to be such a fool!

Taking a deep breath of the cold air, suppressing the flutter in his heart, Leon quietly boarded the carriage and asked as calmly as possible:

“Princess, today…”

“Call me Veronica.”

After sniffing her nose, which was slightly red from waiting by the roadside, Princess Veronica took Leon’s arm on her own initiative, leaning her soft and curvaceous body slightly toward him, her voice tinged with a plea: “It’s really cold today. Leon, can I lean on you for a while? Just a little while!”

“…”

(The chapter ends here)