Why Did I Become the Villainess?-Chapter 355 : Insist

"Dame Csille, did you argue with Prince Fraser again?"

I raised my eyebrow at Princess Paislee's question. I didn't expect she would come here just to ask me that question. What can I expect from Princess Paislee? Everything is about Prince Fraser. I was about to answer her, but Rufus cut me off. "Csille, you meet Prince Fraser again? You should have let me come with you. What did Prince Fraser do to you again? Did he hurt you ag—"

Rufus isn't able to continue what he wants to say because Princess Paislee interrupts him. "Your highness, please forgive me for interrupting, but Prince Fraser didn't do anything to Dame Csille. In fact, Prince Fraser was sad the whole day because of Dame Csille."

Rufus looks at me as if asking for some confirmation, but I ignore him. I just look at Princess Paislee with a frown on my face.

How did the focus turn towards me? What did I do? And what does Princess Paislee say? Prince Fraser is sad the whole day because of me? I scoff. "Sir Farren, I think you're mistaken here. Why would his highness become sad because of me? I didn't do anything to him or even say something that would hurt him."

What? Did Prince Fraser turn the blame on me? So he could look pitiful in front of Princess Paislee, or did he do it to make me the bad guy again? Is it the reason why he said those things in the carriage?

Prince Fraser, you are really heartless.

Rufus walks toward me. "Wait, can someone fill me in here. I don't understand what is happening." Then he looks at me. "Csille, you didn't tell me that you will meet my cousin today."

I look at Rufus for a couple of seconds before I ignore her and look at Princess Paislee. Urging her to answer my question.

I will explain to Rufus what happened later. For now, I want to focus on Princess Paislee. I want to know how did she come up with the idea that I was then the reason why Prince Fraser is sad today.

Princess Paislee shakes her head. "No, Dame Csille. I am sure the reason why his highness is sad is because of you. After you welcome the guests, he comes back looking gloomy. He even told me that he would not meet anyone today and would like to work on his own. So, I'm sure it's you."

That's it? So, this is all an assumption? I knew it! It's impossible for the villainess to affect the male lead's emotions. It was all Princess Paislee's assumption.

I heave a sigh. I don't know if it's because I was relieved or because I was disappointed. I look at Princess Paislee and scoff at her. "So you are telling me that you came here to confirm your assumptions?" I laugh. "Forgive me for laughing, but I just couldn't help it. Let me ask you a question, Sir Farren."

Princess Paislee stares at me in return. "Dame Csille, that is not just assumptions. I know what I am saying is the tru—"

"Sir Farren, are you with Prince Fraser when we welcomed the guests?" I already know the answer to my question. I just asked her to make her see my point. I don't know if I should be happy or insulted by what she does. She comes here just to ask me if I was the reason why Prince Fraser is sad? How am I supposed to know? Also, does she really think I am someone important to Prince Fraser's life? Isn't she thinking highly of me?

Princess Paislee shakes her head. "His highness, Prince Fraser, ask me to do an errand for him today. That's why I wasn't with him when you received the guests."

I snapped my fingers after she said those words. "Then you don't see what happened. So, how can you say I am the reason why his highness is gloomy?" I shake my head. "Who knows? Maybe he went somewhere or talked to someone after we welcomed the guests."

Princess Paislee shakes her head repeatedly. It's as if she couldn't believe what I had said. "No, Dame Csille. I am sure the reason is you. I couldn't be wro—"

When will this Princess realize that I am not the main lead here? Why can't she believes that I am not the reason Prince Fraser is sad. If Prince Fraser is mad, I would probably understand why will she thought I was the reason. But a gloomy Prince Fraser? I don't think so.

"Sir Farren, I understand that you are only concerned about his highness. But I already told you, I am not the reason why Prince Fraser is sad. After meeting Prince Christofre, we barely talked to each other, which was common before. So, I don't think that is the reason why he was sad." I take a deep breath and stare straight into her eyes. "If you were so worried about Prince Fraser, why don't you ask him yourself? I'm sure he will answer you."

Princess Paislee looks like she still wants to say something to me, but I shake my head at her. "Sir Farren, apologies, I don't want to drive you away, but if you keep insisting on your beliefs, then I'm sorry, I think you need to leave. As you can see, I am still busy with work, and I still need to deal with this Prince." I look at Rufus, who is sitting on a sofa, pretending to read something, although I know he is all ears to Princess Paislee's words.

Princess Paislee looks at Rufus, the documents on my desk, and at me before she bows her head. "Apologies, Dame Csille. You were right. I shouldn't have bothered you with something this trivial. I hope you forgive me for my mistake." She bows her again and looks at me apologetically. "I will be leaving now, Dame Csille. Thank you for giving me some time."

She then walks towards the door. I look at her back and sigh. I really don't know what to do with these two main leads.

The male lead is acting all lovey dovey with the villainess. While the female lead is insisting that the villainess is the reason why the male lead is sad. I rest my chin on my palm and sigh. My head already hurts because of them. I definitely need a break from these two.

"You look sad. Shouldn't you be happy because Prince Fraser is sad because of you?"

I glare at Rufus. "Can you not! How many times I would tell you that I am not the reason why he is sad. You know your cousin's temper. Sometimes it's too unpredictable. How am I supposed to know his reason? One thing is for sure. I am not the reason. So, can you please stop? I don't want to hear about this anymore."

Rufus stares at me for a couple of seconds. "Csille, why are you so pressed? Did something happen today? And why didn't you mention to me that you will be seeing my cousin today?"

I slump my head on my table. I'm tired. I don't think I have the energy to deal with anyone. Even Rufus. "Csille?"

I just raised my hand at him and groaned. Talking to Princess Paislee drains me. I heard Rufus sigh, and a moment after, I felt a hand gently caress my head. "If you were tired, then I wouldn't force you to talk. You should take a rest first. Don't overwork yourself, Csille."

I look up at Rufus and sigh. I'm really grateful that I have a friend like him. Who always understands me, unlike a certain Prince. I shake my head and sit up straight. "You are asking why didn't I mention I would be with Prince Fraser today, right?"

Rufus nods his head. "Yes, but you don't need to answer me if you are exhausted already. Your health is my priority. Get some rest first. Do you want me to send you home now?" I smiled when I heard the concern in Rufus' voice. I look at him and sigh. Would everything change if the real Csille falls in love with Rufus instead of Prince Fraser? "Csille?"

I shake my head. I think it will be the same. I will still end up as the villainess because Prince Rufus will also fall in love with Princess Paislee. I guess no matter who Csille falls in love with between the two Princes. She will still end up as the Villainess.

I wave my hand at Rufus as a sign of disagreement. "I know you are dying to know what really happened today, so I'm going to tell you."

I can actually just shut up and let Rufus go. But I guess things were too much for me to handle that I couldn't stop myself from venting everything to Rufus. "I wasn't also informed that Prince Fraser and I will be welcoming the guests today. I was even shocked when I saw his highness in my office waiting for me. That's the reason why I couldn't inform you. As for Prin—" My eyes widened when I almost mentioned Princess Paislee. It's a good thing I managed to stop myself in time.

"Prince Fraser being sad today? Didn't you mention just now that you are not the reason for it?"

I nod my head. I originally planned to tell him what happened, but after I almost mentioned Princess Paislee's name, I changed my mind. It's really not good to talk to someone if you're exhausted, or else you will end up telling things you shouldn't have said. So to be safe, I would rather shut my mouth. I just slump my head on the table and sigh. "You should really take a break, Csille. Come on. I'll bring you home."

I shake my head. I would rather stay here than to be with Rufus. Not that I don't want to be with him. I'm just afraid that I might say things that I'll regret in the future. "What do you mean by that? Are you still planning to work? It's almost seven in the evening already. Don't tell me you are planning to overwork yourself again? I know you are busy with your work, but you cannot neglect your health for that. Do you want me to call Doctor Pascal just to scold you?"

I look at Rufus and shake my head. "I'm not planning to work, Rufus. I'll be staying here for tonight. It's the reason why I am telling you to go home now because you don't need to bring me home."

Rufus stares at me for a couple of seconds before he nods his head. "Okay, I will be leaving then. Do you want me to drop by the Lauretré's house to inform the Count and the Countess that you will be staying in the Foundation for tonight?"

I nod my head. "Yes, please. Can you also please assure them that I am not overworking myself and I am only staying here so I can prepare for Prince Christofre's visit tomorrow?"

Rufus frowns. "The guests you welcomed today are from the Aeslaerean Kingdom? And the representative the Aeslaerean sent is Prince Christofre? Isn't he the current Crown Prince of the Aeslaerean Kingdom? Aren't they afraid that someone might harm him while staying here?"

I shrug my shoulders and lean on my chair. "I don't know. Maybe because they know the Vrawyth Kingdom won't harm Prince Christofre. We all know that a simple mistake on our part could be a reason for war. It's probably the reason why King Thoumassin decided to send Prince Christofre here."

Rufus nods his head. "You are right. But Csille, you still need to be careful when you are with Prince Christofre. Although I know he isn't the type of person who will harm anyone without reason, you still need to be careful. He is still from the Aeslaerean Kingdom, and we don't know if he has other purposes in coming here." Rufus stops talking and shakes his head. "No, no. This wouldn't do. I better stay with you tomorrow. You said Prince Christofre will visit the Foundation tomorrow, right?"

I look at Rufus and nod my head. I am grateful for his concern. But why would I need to worry about Prince Christofre? If I already know what will happen in the future? "Yes, but aren't you busy too? Prince Fraser's birthday is coming soon. I know you have a lot of things to work on. So, don't worry about me. I have Prince Fraser with me—"

Rufus makes a face. "And you expect my cousin to protect you. If anyone else, I'm sure he will protect her fir—"Rufus' eyes widen, and he shakes his head after.

Does he mean Princess Paislee? He is right, though. Prince Fraser wouldn't bother saving me. Why would he choose to save the villainess if his beloved female lead is in a dangerous situation too? I just smile at Rufus. "You should head out first. It's already getting late. I'm sure the Duke and the Duchess are already waiting for you. Don't make them worried."

Rufus looks at me hesitantly. He seems like he wants to tell something to me but changes his mind. I look at his back and smile. Soon, you will also choose her over me, Rufus. Soon.

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