Death’s Daughter Chapter 286

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Author: FoodLovingPanda


THE DATE OF THE WEDDING

 

“How are you feeling?”

When I woke up, I saw Vitou looking out the window. I don’t know when we fell asleep, but I knew that I was feeling funny sleeping next to him. There was no such feeling with Fulgy. I wouldn’t say that I liked Vitou that way, but something was off. I was hyper aware of his presence next to me and it took me a long time to fall asleep.

“I’m better, thanks for yesterday. I’m sorry that I accused you at that time. I knew you also acted to protect me.”

I knew that his ‘better’ did not mean that he is fine. But at the very least he would not crumble at any moment. It is a good thing that he took a day off. This way he would have more time to compose himself.

“Of course, you are, after all, someone important to me. Come on, let’s go out and do some easy requests at the guild. It will be best to move around. Also, clearing small fry like wolves and goblins is the best way to vent your frustrations.”

“Isn’t that too easy of a request to take?”

“That’s the whole point. No need for any thinking. You just need to move your body. If you want to make it more interesting, you can take some weapon you have never used before. The even better solution is to fight bare-handed, let your fists do the talking.”

“Fine, let’s do that since you suggested it.”

We left the house, but before we reached the street, we were stopped by a procession of servants. I wanted to know what was all this and looked at Vitou, but he only shrugged clearly showing that he had no idea what all this was about.

“Your Highness, Duchess, please allow me to escort you to the castle where a divinatory has been called. He will choose the most appropriate date for the wedding to be held.”

What’s the rush? I was planning on doing this after I return from Sunset Islands. That way I would not be in a rush when making my official visit. What I mean, if they declare the wedding is in a month or two, I will be screwed. If there are five or more months until my big day, I would be the happiest. Anything in between is meh, I could deal with it, but everything will be rushed.

“Nao-chan, it seems our big date is ruined now.”

“Oh well, it’s better that we deal with this. Who knows, our plans might change for more than just today. I hope you are ready to leave at a moment’s notice.”

We followed the procession to the castle. The throne room was packed with people; some were from the Church, while the others belonged to Kapitalia’s nobility ranks. One quite obvious change is the amount of decorations that were put up. Every pillar, stool and armor stand was draped with white and gold cloth. It gave the room a bland an eerie feel.

“Vitou, Naoko-chan, come over here. I have prepared everything for you. the divinatory will choose a good day for the both of you.”

“Thank you, Your Majesty, for being so thoughtful and kind to us.”

Why does he keep poking his nose into our businesses? Despite my inner thoughts being completely opposite of my spoked words, I never let the smile on my face crack. I kept myself as casual as I could.

“Thank you, father.”

Vitou was a bit cold, but if anyone asks, I’ll explain that our sweet little outing was cancelled and it is because of that, that Vitou was grumpy.

“Your Highness, Duchess, please walk this way to stand in front of the desk. The divinatory will give you his judgement.”

Sitting at the desk was an old, no, very old man. He had a long crooked nose and long beard with the top of his head being completely bald. He looked like he could use a bath. Or three, if you ask me. In front of him, there were several odd instruments. I don’t know why, but I had a feeling that he was a swindler. If he asks for money, I will not give him a penny. Since the King invited him, he should be the one to pay him.

The old man rearranged the instruments in front of him and closed his eyes. He began humming some gibberish and waving his arms. He touched several instruments and they started making some buzzing sound, quite an uncomfortable one.

I don’t know why, but everyone in the room was expressing awe at this moment. It seemed like he was doing some sort of miracle, but from my point of view, he was still a scammer. I leaned in  to whisper in Vitou’s ear.

“Hey, what’s going on here? Why is everyone acting like this?”

“He’s communicating with the heavens, asking for a good date. Those instruments are a way to hear the voice of gods and only a diviner can interpret it.That buzzing sound is the voice the heavens send to speak with him.”

What a load of crap. I almost wanted to expose the truth on the spot. This buzzing sound, their so called ‘sound of heavens’ is nothing but two spinning metal wheels rubbing against each other. I knew my gut feeling was spot and that this man is a fraud. However, I still decided to keep my mouth shut. In any case, no matter which date he chooses, my real wedding is so far in the future that nobody in this world is able to predict it.

Besides, I am going to bet that this man was brought by the King and paid off to tell the exact time when the King wants to set my wedding to be. The Archduke told me that the King is also planning something for that day and this way I can tell how grand his plans are. If the wedding is held in a month, they should not be as grand as those that are prepared for a wedding set in half a year.

The buzzing stopped as did the gibberish talk/chant. The old man took this moment to dramatically open his eyes and stare at Vitou and me standing in front of his desk. He gave us a crooked smile and spoke to everyone present.

“The heavens have spoken dn showed me the fate’s lines. The date of their union is the 23rd day of the twelfth month. The day is full of fortune and filled with blessings. The couple will experience a life of happiness and love.”

“Thank you, Your Eminence for providing a day of fortune for these two children.”


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