The Prince Who Cannot Fall In Love & The Missing Heiress

Fae fell silent. She didn't know whether she should tell Ren what she heard through the window earlier ... or keep it to herself.

Finally, she just shook her head and refused to continue their conversation.

"I didn't mean anything ..."

Ren knew Fae was not telling him the truth, but he didn't press her.

"All right. Then, I'll make a new account for you, and starting tomorrow, I will take care of everything related to you personally. Amelia will not interfere at all," said the man in the end. Fae was stunned at his words. She didn't think Ren would say that at all. And... Ren actually didn't stop there. He still continued his words. "Amelia is also prohibited from coming to this house."

"You ..." Fae didn't know what to say.

Her feelings were mixed. Earlier she was feeling sad when she learned from Ren's own mouth that he didn't love her, but when Ren noticed her complaints about Amelia and took action, Fae couldn't help feeling touched.

"You don't like it?" asked Ren. "Let me know what do you want me to do."

"It's not like that ..." Fae swallowed hard. "Why are you doing this? You told me that you never wanted to take care of such things. You are not supposed to handle menial admin stuff."

Ren shrugged. "Because you're my wife and Amelia pissed you off. I certainly have to care for your feelings."

Fae looked down while playing with her fingers. Even though Ren didn't love her, he treated her very well. He also cared for her feelings.

Could she accept a married life like this? To love someone one-sidedly?

"Thank you. I really appreciate it." Finally, Fae took a deep breath and nodded. "But, if possible .. I still want to find a job. I want to get busy, and I also want to find my own school. I hope you don't mind."

Actually, Ren really objected. But when he saw Fae's earnest gaze, he finally relented.

"Fine. But only part-time work, and before you accept an offer, you must discuss it with me."

Fae nodded. "I will do it."

Thus, there was nothing more to talk about. Ren agreed to Fae's request and did not restrain her at all. The man just hoped that after a while, Fae would realize that living an easy life in a mansion without having to work would be more enjoyable than living like the working class.

"I'm going to start looking at job vacancies," said Fae, getting up from Ren's lap. "Do you still want to rest? I already got the medicines prescribed by your doctor and gave it to Linda. Has she given them to you?"

Ren nodded. "Yes, she did. Thank you for doing it for me."

"You're welcome. Now, I want to take a little walk to help with my digestion." Without waiting for a reply, Fae walked out of the dining room and didn't look back. Her attitude really surprised Ren. He frowned and tried to think about what had made Fae change her attitude.

Did something happen between this morning and this afternoon? His mind kept track of all the possibilities. His handsome face was deep in thought as he walked into the library to get his laptop.

He opened the curtains covering the large window in the room to see a view of the garden. It was then that his gaze landed on Fae's figure who was walking into the garden carrying a rattan basket.

The girl looked so perfect, walking among the colorful flower shrubs. She really looked like a graceful and charming flower fairy.

Initially, he wanted to take his laptop to go to work in his study. However, when he saw Fae's figure in the distance, Ren finally decided to work in the library, leaving the curtains open, so that he could see her at any time.

As he sat on the sofa and opened his laptop, suddenly a thought crossed his mind. Did Fae hear his conversation with Amelia on the phone earlier today?

If she did, then Ren could understand why Fae was suddenly looking sad and upset. He remembered that his conversation with Amelia might not sound positive in Fae's hearing.

Ahh ... the man could only take a deep breath. He could no longer concentrate on work. His head suddenly hurt again. Ren finally decided to take a painkiller from Doctor Lehmann and lay on the bed.

When they met again at the dinner table when dinnertime arrived, Ren's attitude had become normal. He made absolutely no mention of his suspicion that Fae had heard his conversation with Amelia on the phone.

He decided to take care of it in another way.

***

During the next two days, Ren spent a lot of time resting to recover his health, while Fae stayed in the library to read or go to the garden and help Hans with the plants. She intentionally kept her distance from Ren because she wanted to search her heart before deciding how she should move forward.

The fact that she was not loved by her husband was painful. However, it was also a fact that Ren did not treat her badly. He actually treated her like any caring husband would. Had Fae not heard the phone conversation, she would never have thought she was not loved. Fae actually felt guilty to demand more than that.

And she thought she was partly guilty too. From the start, Ren never confessed his love to her. He always said he liked Fae's company and she made him comfortable. He made a point how being with Fae made his brain calm and relaxed, and as a result, he could rest better.

Never once the word 'love' was mentioned.

On the other hand, Fae was really in love with Ren. When he proposed to her, she didn't think much about it and immediately accepted his hand in marriage. Any woman would feel flattered when the man she admired and loved declared that he wanted to marry her...

Ren never lied to her about his feelings. He never once said he was in love with Fae. It was her who assumed that he was.

Finally, after thinking it through carefully, Fae made up her mind.

"What are you thinking?" Ren asked when he saw Fae frowning and deep in thought.

They were getting ready to sleep. Ren had taken his medicine, while Fae was still sitting on the edge of the bed. The girl was looking for the best way to share her feelings with Ren.

"Ren ... how long have we known each other?" Finally, she started opening up.

Ren furrowed his brows and trying to remember something. "One and a half months."

"You're impulsive, aren't you? You proposed to me when we have only known each other for a month," said Fae with a smile.

"Then you're impulsive too," replied Ren. "I'm not married alone. I asked you to be my wife, and you accepted my proposal. I did not force you, I also did not set you up. We are two consenting adults, and we agreed to get married."

"It is true," Fae admitted that the final decision rested with her. Ren could propose to her a thousand times, but ultimately it was Fae who could decide whether they will marry or not. "Then what do you think about your impulsive decision. After two weeks of marriage ... do you have any regrets?"

Ren looked at Fae closely before answering, "No, I don't."

"Are you telling me the truth?" Fae asked again to make sure. She let out a sigh of relief when Ren nodded without hesitation. The girl asked him again. "Do you have any complaints against me? Do I lack anything as your wife? Is there anything you need me to change? Anything I could do better or differently?"

"I don't find anything I don't like about you. You are perfect," said Ren patiently. "The last few days, your attitude has changed, and you look upset. When you are unhappy, then the atmosphere in this house is no longer happy. I'm trying to understand what really happened that bothered you. I want you to be cheerful and happy as usual."

Hearing Ren's heartfelt words, Fae finally dared to express what was in her heart and what had been bothering her for the past few days.

"Ren .. do you love me?" Fae took her husband's hands and squeezed them gently. She looked at him with a depressed face. Her tears slowly welled up. "Or .. if you don't love me yet ... is there a chance you will be able to love me in the future?"