THE VILLAINESS TURNS THE HOURGLASS

Chapter 144. The Wicked Woman Comes Ashore, Part II

Chapter 144. The Wicked Woman Comes Ashore, Part II

Translator: Khan

Editor Group: Liber Reverie

She didn't know if there was a word made by Baron Burboom, but the gifts were things that all women would like.

Other eye-catching cosmetics, perfumes, and luxurious pouches were displayed as if they were displayed within the eyes of the maids. Situated in tens of units instead of one or two, they were enough to arouse the attention and greed of the maids.

"Miss, I have a question... why on earth did you buy so many of these precious things?"

When a curious maid asked her so, Annie answered instead of Aria as if she were foolish.

"Do you think Miss Aria bought those? It's natural that she got a gift. That's how difficult it is to deal with."

"Ah...!"

As Annie said, some of the items were sent by men who really liked her, but most of those who had the same kind in large quantities were gifts. Annie knew it all but added a bluff as she wanted to make her master look good.

Aria looked at Annie with a satisfied smile. All the gold and silver coins she had invested in Annie had been so desirable. Of course, it was true that she had received the gift, so she didn't lie.

The maids looked at Aria enjoying tea with their eyes glistening. The look was not just about respect for the elegant, prestigious noblewoman. There were envy and longing for the woman who overcame her humble origin, which could be seen as much lower than them, and who charmed the men of the Empire with her beautiful appearance and fine character. And...

"Miss Aria often takes care of these things by giving them to her maids. This many is just too much for her."

There also existed jealousy for Annie, who transformed her form from a naughty girl to an elegant woman in just a year. There had come out some words at first as she had betrayed Mielle and had been attached to Aria, but in the end, the winner was her. Wasn't she enjoying life as much as a noblewoman?

And now she might really be elevated to aristocracy. It was because there were rumors among the public that she was meeting with the successful Baron Burboom because of Aria's help. So how could they not be envious?

It was enough to turn her maids' eyes, thanks to Mielle, who had yet to wake up because of the shock of losing Emma. They all wanted to be like Annie and like Aria.

"Oh, come to think of it, Miss Mielle took a walk in the garden this morning for a while. Within that time, we were able to clean her room."

"That's right. I accompanied her. She still couldn't talk, but she seemed a little refreshed. Maybe it's because of the letter."

"Letter?"

"Yes. She got a letter from the princess. It's been a long time since the incident. As soon as I told her that she had a letter from the princess, she told me to go in her room right away. I was surprised."

The maids, who were quick to understand, released the information to Aria. They seemed to realize that Annie had acted like that and had enjoyed a rich life—by selling her master, Mielle.

"Really? That's great."

Aria replied with great joy. She did not come out of the room with all the efforts of the Count who loved her but took a walk in a letter from the princess.

'Don't tell me anything about Oscar... Or if he is going to visit.'

That was all she could think of. Oscar was the only one she loved. Her love for him overshadowed her love for Emma.