Why Did I Become the Villainess?

 "Dame Csille," Lilla whined at me like a puppy who was left behind by her owner. "Where did you go?"

 I smile at Lilla. "Apologies, something came up that's why I am late. Is everything okay here?"

 Lilla nods her head proudly. "Of course, everything is okay here. Although, there is quite a problem."

 I frown. Problem? I'll be leaving the Vrawyth Kingdom in just a few days. I cannot leave if there is a problem in the Foundation.

 "Let's talk inside my office. I want to know what is this problem you are talking about."

 Lilla immediately follows me inside my office. She then rushes towards me. "Dame Csille, we don't have enough funds. The number of people donating keeps decreasing every day. If this goes on, I'm afraid there won't be anything left in our funds. What should we do?"

 I smile reassuringly at her. Now that the project involving Earnan Henness has been settled, I won't need to worry about money from now on.

 "Don't worry, I already thought about this. Remember the people I have introduced to you the other day?

 Lilla nods her head. "Those who are weaving traditional fabrics of the Vrawyth Kingdom?"

 "Yes, I will be hiring them to be the employee of our Foundation. I'm planning to open up a store where we will be selling traditional fabrics of the Vrawyth Kingdom. It will not only help us with our funds, but it will also help us promote the culture of the Vrawyth Kingdom. Don't worry about the details. I have already talked to those people, and they already know what they are doing. I also made a detailed plan about this. You can just check it out. I put it on your table. As for where we are going to put up the shop, my Mother will come here to talk to you about that. So, you don't have to worry. Everything is under control. All you need to do is to supervise everything, and if you don't know what to do, you can just look for my Mother."

 I didn't mention to Lilla about the project involving Earnan Henness. Although I trust her as my friend, it is still better not to say it to her. It's for her safety too. I don't want to involve her more. 

 Lilla pouts and holds my arms. "Dame Csille, can I really not come with you to the western region? I really want to come with you."

 I sigh. "I apologize, Lilla. I know you like to come with me. However, you're the only person I can fully trust. My Mother can help you with things, but she cannot fully manage the Foundation because she is still managing our business. So, I hope you can understand. Once things get better, I promise to tour you around the Vrawyth Kingdom. Is that enough for you?"

 Lilla pouts at me, but she still nods her head. "I understand. I was just hoping you might change your mind. But I know how important my presence here, so I won't force it. I also want to thank you for fully trusting me with the Foundation. I'm really fortunate to meet you, Dame Csille."

 I just smile at her. Fortunate? More like she is unfortunate to meet me. Although, I don't want to involve her with Csille's future mistakes, I know she will still be involved in the future. But if that happens, I will make sure to do my best to save her.

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 I look at the ocean and watch the waves touch the bottom of the ship. I couldn't help but think about what would happen in the next few days. 

 "Purplany?"

 I look back and find Rufus looking worriedly at me. "Are you okay? You seem bothered? Are you not on good terms with my cousin again?"

 I shake my head. How I wish my problem is that simple, but it isn't. "No, I was just worried about the people in the western region. Why do you always mention Prince Fraser? What does my mood have to do with him?"

 Rufus stands beside me, and he looks at the ocean too. We're currently on our way to the western region now. Although, his majesty agreed not to let Csille bring any of his people, he still sent Prince Fraser, Rufus, and Sir Farren with Csille.

 Csille even got shocked when she saw the three of them inside the ship. But I already know this will happen because I have written this, and this will be the turning point for all the characters. 

 Prince Fraser will start to realize his feelings for Princess Paislee, while Rufus will realize that Princess Paislee is in disguise. Csille will turn to her old self because she realizes that no matter what she does, Prince Fraser will not lay his eyes on her. Even if she becomes the most nicest person in the Vrawyth Kingdom, it will be no use. 

 "The two of you probably didn't notice it, but ever since we were young, you both influenced each other behavior. The reason why Prince Fraser always gets mad before is because of you."

 I laugh at Rufus' words. "That is because I used to be a headache for him. He always got mad at me because I always did things that disappointed him. And that is in the past, Rufus. Things are way different now."

 Rufus shrugs his shoulders. "You're currently distracted while my cousin is not in a good mood today. You cannot expect me not to believe that it's not related, right?"

 I frown. Prince Fraser is in a bad mood? But why would he be in a bad mood? I haven't even talked to him after we board the ship. So, who made him in a bad mood?

 "I'm distracted because I was worried about people. I haven't even talked to his highness for days. How can it be related to me? Maybe someone or something irritates him. You know your cousin's temperament. Sometimes it's just difficult to read him. So, don't involve me with it. I'm not doing anything here."

 Rufus leans on the railings and looks at me. "Maybe that's the reason why he is in a bad mood. Because you're not talking to him, tell me, purplany. Did you have a fight with my cousin?"

 I groan. "Oh, please. I don't even have time to rest. Do you think I'll have the time to argue with Prince Fraser? Why don't you talk to Sir Farren? He's always with Prince Fraser. I'm sure he can give you an answer."

 Rufus shakes his head. "I already talk to him, but it seems like he is also clueless about what is happening. My cousin prohibits him from getting close to him, which is why Sir Farren is having problem right now because how can he protect Prince Fraser if he won't let him near him. That's why I think it's because of you. Why don't you talk to my cousin to clear things out?"

 I immediately made a face. Talk to Prince Fraser? Nahh, I would rather not. 

 But what did Rufus say? Prince Fraser prohibits Princess Paislee from getting near to him? 

 My eyes widened when I realized something. I think I know now why Prince Fraser does that and why he is currently in a bad mood. 

 Because he is frustrated with unwanted feelings, he is starting to feel about Princess Paislee. 

 He is really starting to like her. Their love story is really starting. That also means the good days of Csille will end soon...

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 "I already told you not to be near me, right? Are you disobeying my command, Sir Farren?"

 I stop walking and look at Prince Fraser and Princess Paislee, who are now inside the library of the ship. I was about to read a book to entertain myself, but I didn't expect to see my two leads talking inside the library.

 "Your highness, I apologize for not following your command. However, I am your personal knight, and it's my obligation to be always with you. What if someone harmed you while I was away? I cannot let anything happen to you. So, I apologize if I won't be able to follow your command this time." I heard Princess Paislee say.

 I couldn't see them because the door was still closed, and if I open it, I'm sure they won't continue their conversation. Also, I'm sure Prince Fraser will definitely think I'm stalking him.

 I heard someone heave a deep breath. "Sir Farren, are you testing my authority? When I said you should be away from me, you should do that! Why can't you follow my orders?!"

 I was startled when I heard Prince Fraser's sudden outburst. He's really mad. 

 I wait for Princess Paislee's reaction. How will she react? Prince Fraser is forcing her to neglect her responsibilities as his personal knight. What will she do? Will she follow Prince Fraser, or will she still do her job?

 I heard a loud sound. It's as if something fell on the floor. "Your highness, you can punish me for disobeying your orders. However, I will still do my duties. I pledge my life to always protect you, so even if you get mad at me for always being near you, I will still do my job."

 Silence engulfs the place. A moment after, I heard Prince Fraser say, "Sir Farren, you don't need to kneel in front of me, and I am not asking you to neglect your duties. You can still do your job. All I'm asking is you don't need to be always near me. You don't need to be a step behind me."

 Princess Paislee kneels to Prince Fraser? Is she that dedicated to her work? I mean, I know she's responsible, but she's the Crown Princess of the Aeslaerean Kingdom. Does she need to do that? 

 I heard some movements inside. Princess Paislee probably stands up from kneeling. "Your highness, how can I do my job properly if I won't be near you. Have you forgotten what happened with the Strzalka? It can happen any time too. I cannot be complacent because it is your life that is on the line." I heard Princess Paislee sigh. "Your highness, did I do something wrong? Can you tell me why you don't want me to be near you? I have been wondering why do you seem so irritated when I am around. I don't know if I ever did something wrong, but if I do, I apologize for it. I hope you can forgive me for what I have done."

 I heard someone sigh. It's probably Prince Fraser. It looks like he is really frustrated with his unwanted feelings for Princess Paislee that he couldn't help but to feel irritated every time she is around.

 "Sir Farren, you didn't do anything wrong, so you don't need to apologize." I heard him sigh. "I just need time for myself. You've always been around me for years now, and I sometimes feel I'm losing my own personal space. All I'm asking you is just a few days. You can still do your job by protecting me from afar. Just give me a few days to be on my own. That's all I am asking for."

 My eyes widened when I suddenly heard footsteps. It looks like someone is leaving the library. I immediately walked a few steps away from the library and pretended that I was just passing by the library.

 The door opens, and Prince Fraser gets out of it. He then looked at me for a few seconds before he walked away. He didn't even bother to greet me. He just left as if he didn't see me, although it's clear that we have eye contact.

 A moment after, Princess Paislee got out of the library. She was even startled when she saw me. "Dame Csille? How long have you been standing there? Did you... heard the conversation between Prince Fraser and I?"

 I frowned when I heard the anxiety in her voice. Why does she need to be anxious? She isn't doing anything wrong. So, why? Why are you anxious, Princess Paislee?

 I shake my head. "No, I just happened to pass by. Is there something I need to know?"

 I heard her sigh of relief. She shakes her head after. "No, Dame Csille. If you'll excuse me, I need to follow Prince Fraser now."

 She didn't let me reply and just rushed to where Prince Fraser was. I look at her back and sigh. 

 Princess Paislee, are you ready for the future changes?