The Villainess Became The Male Lead's Secretary

Chapter 6

"Great," the crown prince grinned with a sense of victory. Before leaving, he turned to the two secretaries and gave them instructions. "Make sure Ava is taken care of and arrange for her to ride in the same carriage as me."

"Yes, Your Highness," the two secretaries responded simultaneously.

"Sir Milo," Vivienne addressed him as soon as the crown prince had departed.

"Yes, Lady Vivienne," Milo replied with a friendly smile.

"What happened?" Vivienne inquired, noticing the crown prince's uncharacteristically cheerful demeanor.

Vivienne's curiosity got the better of her as she couldn't help but wonder, 'What could have sparked such an argument? Did the crown prince once again engage in foolish behavior? And that final remark... it almost feels like gaslighting.'

Milo let out a sigh and proceeded to explain the situation. "His Highness spotted Lady Silverwood because of her distinctive hair color, prompting him to impulsively leave the carriage in an attempt to catch up with her. Lady Silverwood was taken aback by the sudden encounter, but she quickly recognized the crown prince. His Highness insisted that she owed him for something, although I'm unsure of the details. However, Lady Silverwood firmly stated that she owed him nothing. This led to a heated exchange between the two. Eventually, it seems that Lady Silverwood agreed to something, given the circumstances, by the time you arrived."

"I see... So you were enjoying the spectacle while indulging in your chocolate," Vivienne inquired.

"Yes, I thoroughly enjoyed it," Milo replied with delight.

"I'm ready," Ava announced, causing the two secretaries to snap back into their professional demeanor.

'I didn't realize it before, but she looks absolutely breathtaking. Her beauty is truly mesmerizing,' Vivienne thought to herself, momentarily captivated by Ava's appearance. However, she quickly composed herself, reminding herself of the importance of making a good impression. 'I must present myself professionally and make a favorable impression. Perhaps she can be the one to rescue me from the clutches of that infuriating crown prince.'

"Please follow me, Lady Silverwood," Vivienne said.

"Allow me to carry your belongings," Milo offered.

The two secretaries ensured that Ava received impeccable customer service, which left her feeling unfamiliar with such attentive treatment. The carriage ride back to the capital was uneventful, but Vivienne couldn't shake off her increasing worry throughout the journey. She understood that now that she had encountered the female protagonist, the relentless waves of drama were bound to crash into her life, leaving her exhausted and burdened with headaches.

"Sir Milo, it feels like we're going to be quite busy in the coming days," Vivienne commented.

"I can't remember a time when we weren't occupied with something," Milo responded, causing Vivienne to let out a laugh. After laughing, Vivienne felt a sense of relief as her worries were eased, and her confidence was given a boost.

As the carriage reached the capital, Vivienne swiftly stood up from her seat, collected Ava's belongings, and positioned herself in front of Ava's carriage, eagerly awaiting her arrival. When Ava steps down she was startle to see Vivienne waiting for her with a smile.

"Ava, I'll see you later," the crown prince bid farewell before departing, leaving Ava in the company of Vivienne.

Vivienne couldn't help but wonder about the conversation that took place inside the carriage. The sight of the crown prince's beaming smile and Ava's blushing cheeks indicated that something positive must have transpired between them.

"Lady Silverwood, please follow me to your new chambers," Vivienne said, leading the way with Ava in tow.

During the carriage ride, Vivienne and Milo had meticulously planned for Ava's seamless arrival. While Vivienne guided Ava through the royal palace, Milo took charge of informing the staff and ensuring everything was prepared. After a lengthy walk, they finally arrived at Ava's room.

"And here we are, Lady Silverwood," Vivienne announced, opening the door to reveal a stunning sight. Ava stood in awe of the beautiful space before her.

"Feel free to use the bell by the bedside if you need anything," Vivienne added, providing a sense of comfort and assurance.

Shortly after, a soft knock echoed at the door, and a group of maids stood patiently, awaiting permission to enter. Vivienne gestured for them to come in, and they formed a line, bowing respectfully and greeting Ava in unison.

"Lady Silverwood, these maids will be attending to your needs from today onwards. If you have any concerns or are dissatisfied with any aspect of their service, please inform me, and I will address it immediately," Vivienne stated, ensuring Ava felt comfortable voicing her preferences.

Vivienne then turned to the maids, giving them a stern glance, silently conveying the importance of their responsibilities and the need for utmost professionalism.

"I'll give you some space to settle in and get comfortable," Vivienne said, bowing slightly as she prepared to leave. However, before she could make her exit, Ava gently grabbed hold of Vivienne's hand, causing her to freeze in place.

Startled by the unexpected contact, Vivienne turned her head slowly, meeting Ava's gaze. The intensity of Ava's sparkling blue eyes caught her off guard. "Is there something I can assist you with?" Vivienne asked, her voice laced with curiosity.

"I just wanted to express my gratitude," Ava said, releasing Vivienne's hand.

Vivienne let out a relieved sigh. "I'm glad I could assist you," she replied sincerely.

Once Vivienne departed from Ava's room, she leaned against the wall, taking a moment to collect herself. With a deep breath, she continued on to her own quarters.

'The fact that Ava thanked me means I must be doing something right,' Vivienne mused to herself. 'If I can continue to be helpful, perhaps Ava will come to see me as a friend instead of a foe.'

Upon reaching her room, Vivienne summoned Claire to prepare a warm bath, seeking a moment of relaxation and rejuvenation. As she patiently waited for Claire to fulfill her request, a knock echoed through Vivienne's door. Opening it, she was greeted by Milo, dressed comfortably in his pajamas.

Vivienne couldn't help but notice how cozy Milo appeared, igniting a fleeting desire to embrace him. However, she swiftly regained her composure and extended a proper greeting. "Sir Milo, is there something I can assist you with?" she inquired politely.

"I'm here to inform you about His Highness' future plans for Lady Silverwood," Milo stated, handing a piece of paper to Vivienne. "Wishing you a restful night, Lady Vivienne. Tomorrow will be a busy day."

"Thank you, Sir Milo. Good night," Vivienne replied.

"Good night, Lady Vivienne," Milo responded before Vivienne closed the door.

Vivienne glanced through the list, which seemed longer than she had expected.

1. Inform His Majesty of Lady Silverwood's presence.

2. Persuade His Majesty to accept Lady Silverwood as the crown princess.

3. Arrange classes for Lady Silverwood to prepare her for the role of crown princess.

4. Coordinate Lady Silverwood's debut as the crown princess.

5. Handle any opposition or dissenting voices.

'Wow, the crown prince is quite confident, assuming that Lady Silverwood will become the crown princess without considering the possibility of His Majesty's refusal,' Vivienne thought. 'But Lady Silverwood possesses the protagonist aura, so it's likely that His Majesty will grow to love her eventually.' She paused, reflecting on the final point. 'However, the directive to eliminate someone seems rather harsh.'

"Lady Vivienne, the bath is ready," Claire informed her.

Setting aside the papers on the table, Vivienne made a decision to contemplate them tomorrow. Today, however, she deserved a moment of tranquility and rejuvenation, having devoted the entire day to an extensive journey.

'I'm dreading tomorrow,' Vivienne groaned, sinking into the warmth of the bath.