Why Did I Become the Villainess?

I slump my head on the table. It's the end. It will be the end for all of us. 

We need to think of a solution now! But what can we do? Even if we ask for help from the Vrawyth Kingdom, it will be too late since the Alderrdeen, and the Vrawyth Kingdom is farther than the Ouqeaseon Kingdom.

So, who can we ask for help from? 

"Purplany, what if we ask help from the Foulqueret family? I heard they have an influence here."

I look at Rufus and shake my head. "I cannot do that. What do you think is the reason why they remain low profile all this time? They could move to the Vrawyth Kingdom if they wanted, but they didn't do it. Because they don't want to have a complicated life. Why would I involve them in something they have been avoiding all these years? Isn't that a bit cruel?"

Rufus got silent. He probably realizes that what I said is true. He then sighed and slumped his head on the table.

We're running out of time. We need to think of a way to get Prince Fraser out of confinement and clean his name to the public. We cannot let the Vrawyth people look down on Prince Fraser.

But even after a whole night of wrecking our brains, we still couldn't think of a way how to deal with Prince Fraser's situation. 

"I know a solution."

Rufus and I immediately looked up and saw Princess Paislee walking towards us. 

Princess Paislee!

I actually have forgotten about her. Where did she go all this time?

I stand up and stare at her. "Sir Farren, where were you yesterday? And what is the solution you are talking about?"

I almost forgot about her. Where did she go? Her Prince Charming is in a difficult situation, but she is nowhere to be found.

Princess Paislee sits on one of the empty chairs. "I was with Prince Fraser the whole time. I was worried something would happen to him while he was confined. That's why I only show myself to the two of you. Prince Fraser also wants to say something to the both of you. He said that we shouldn't do something about his situation and let Principal Germund do his thing. He is sure that the truth will prevail, and he is convinced that he only did the right thing."

I scoff. I know Prince Fraser is an upright person, but to even let himself be in that situation and let the justice do its thing, that's too much. "He's the Crown Prince of the Vrawyth Kingdom. Can he think about his reputation first? What will happen to the Vrawyth Kingdom if we lose him as the future King? Can he think about our Kingdom?"

I abruptly stand up and stare at Princess Paislee. "Where is he? I want to talk to him. I want to put some sense in his mind. Why can't he think about other things? This is not about his safety only. It's about the Vrawyth Kingdom safety too. If the other Kingdoms know about this issue, I'm afraid they will take this opportunity to plan something against the Vrawyth Kingdom."

Princess Paislee shakes her head. "I'm sorry, Lady Csille, but his highness, Prince Fraser, ordered me not to tell to all of you where he is. He doesn't want to involve you with his problem.

That guy! How can he be so stubborn even in this situation? 

I am about to refute, but Rufus tugs my hand. "Purplany, calm down. Sir Farren already said it. He doesn't want to see us. If you insist on searching his whereabouts, I'm sure he won't appreciate it. You know my cousin's personality. He won't involve other people with his problem. Since he doesn't want to see us, let it be. We'll just find a way to get him out of that place."

I slump my body on the chair and put my hand on my head. "Why? Why did he do that? Why did he knock him off? He should have let that person off. He should have pretended that he didn't hear anything. Why did he let that person affect him?"

I clenched my fist and tried my best not to let my emotions get into me. I'm mad at myself. I'm angry at the situation. 

I need to do something to turn the table, but this useless brain of mine can't think of something. What will I do? 

What will I do to save Prince Fraser? What will I do to save this world from destruction?

"It's all my fault. I am the reason why he is in this dangerous situation. I always do things that disappointed him, and now he is confined because of me. But I still cannot do anything to save him."

I feel someone caress my head. "Purplany, don't blame yourself. It's not your fault. Why are you blaming yourself? It's that person's fault. If he didn't say something insulting to you, then this won't happen. Prince Fraser did the right thing. If he just let him off, that person will think that it was okay to insult you. You're the precious Lady Csille Lauretré of the Vrawyth Kingdom. How dare that person insult you like that. If they want to charge Prince Fraser with assault, we will charge that useless piece of shit with Defamation and Insult."

Defamation and insult? Aside from the reputation of the Royalties, the Vrawyth Kingdom gives importance to the image of their women. And since Csille Lauretré is the future Queen and also a part of a powerful family, the Vrawyth Kingdom will definitely side with me.

Princess Paislee shakes her head. "Although what Rufus said is true. It will still have a negative effect on Prince Fraser's reputation. As much as possible, we should avoid involving the Vrawyth Kingdom here."

"But if we don't involve the Vrawyth Kingdom, it will be difficult to resolve Prince Fraser's situation." Rufus disagrees immediately. "Although I understand your concern. I also don't want to involve the Vrawyth Kingdom with my cousin's situation. But what can we do on our own? We are powerless. Even if we had a title on us, it is still useless in the eyes of Principal Germund."

I look at Rufus and nod my head. What he said is true. What can we do on our own? What can we do to save Prince Fraser? 

"Actually, there's a solution to it. We only need to rely on Lady Csille."

I look at Princess Paislee. Solution? Rely on me? What does she mean? What can I do? 

Princess Paislee sighed. "Although Prince Fraser already warned me not to involve that person. However, in this situation, only he can step up without hurting the reputation of Prince Fraser and risking the safety of the Vrawyth Kingdom. But we need help from Lady Csille. Only her can ask for that person's help."

That person? Who is she talking about? The Foulqueret family? 

"Who are you talking about, Sir Farren? Who can help us?"

"It's Ruler Laird."

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I walk back and forth around my room. I just finished talking to Rufus and Princess Paislee. And I am here inside my room contemplating. 

We all talk about Princess Paislee's suggestion. To ask help from Ruler Laird, and I will be the one who will do that. However, I didn't give them a definite answer since I didn't know if I wanted to involve Ruler Laird with our problem.

Ruler Laird?

Five years had passed in this world. Throughout the five years, Csille maintains her communication with Ruler Laird. So, if she asks for help from him, there's a big chance that he will help us. Especially both Prince Fraser and I are his godchildren. 

However, can I bear to do that? I was the reason why his only daughter was taken away from him. He even helps us with our problems back in the Saiven Kingdom, and now we're planning to ask for his help again?

How am I supposed to repay this debt? I'm already indebted to him, and now I'm planning to add one?

I sigh and slump my body on the sofa. My eyes darted to the withered striped carnation flower in the vase. It is the flower that was left behind when Prince Fraser talked to Csille before.

"But if I didn't ask for Ruler Laird's help, it will be impossible for us to get Prince Fraser out from Alderrdeen City."

I close my eyes and try to calm myself. I really want to get Prince Fraser out now. If this continues, it will be impossible for us to keep this situation from the public's eye. If this happens, Prince Fraser's reputation will be ruined. 

I feel guilty for what is happening to him. If it's not because of me, he won't be confined in Alderrdeen City. If he didn't knock that guy out for insulting me, everything would not happen. Although I admit, I felt touched when I heard what happened, but I couldn't help but feel worried about him. 

He's all alone there. What is he thinking right now? Does he feel regretful for what he did? Is he disappointed with himself? Does he feel hopeless? Is he blaming me again?

I took a deep breath and shook my head. "I should stop overthinking things and think of a way to get him out." 

I paused to think and sigh. "I had no other choice. I need to send a letter to Ruler Laird now. Only he can help us. If I don't do this, I can't save Prince Fraser. If he isn't saved, this world will cease to exist."

I don't know why this is happening. All I know is I need to do everything I can to save Prince Fraser. So, I'm sorry, Prince Fraser. I'm sorry if I won't listen to your order, and I'm sorry, Ruler Laird. I'm sorry if I'm involving you again with our problem. 

I looked at the paper on the table before I took the pen and started to write the letter. 

I have no other choice. Even if I don't want to ask for help from Ruler Laird, this is the only solution we all can think of. So, I'm sorry. I'm sorry for disappointing the two of you. 

Ruler Laird. Prince Fraser...

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Rufus immediately waves his hand when he sees me walking inside the restaurant. I immediately walk towards them. We all agreed to meet today so that I can give them an answer. 

"Purplany, are you okay? You look pale, and look at the bags under your eyes. Are you even sleeping?" 

I didn't answer Rufus and slumped my body on the chair. I was up the whole night thinking about my life choices. After I wrote the letter for Ruler Laird, I immediately sent it to him using the messenger bird that Rufus brought. 

And throughout the night, my conscience is eating me up. I was really guilty for asking for help from someone I'm indebted with. I was also worried for Prince Fraser. 

I feel someone touch my forehead. I looked up and saw Leander checking my temperature. "Your temperature is normal." He shakes his head. "It's just fatigue and stress. You're overworking yourself again, Lady Csille. How many times will I tell you that if you continue doing this, you'll end up being sick again? We already have problems with Prince Fraser's situation. I hope you can take care of yourself."

I shake my head at him. How can I relax? Knowing that Prince Fraser is still confined because of what happened. My mind won't stop worrying about him. 

I sit up straight and stare at all of them. "I already sent the letter to Ruler Laird using the messenger bird that Rufus lent to me. All we need to do is to wait for his response."

All of them looked shocked by what I said. I already explained to them yesterday why I hesitated to ask for help from Ruler Laird, and they expect me to think it through for a couple of days. 

But how can I bear to take time to decide? The more I delay my decision. The more Prince Fraser situation will become irreversible. Principal Germund is doing their own investigation now about what happened. 

However, if the victim's family arrived in the Alderrdeen City, I think it would be difficult for us to turn the table. So, we need to hear Ruler Laird's response as much as possible.

Ruler Laird, please respond immediately, or else it will become treacherous for all of us. Everything that is happening is out of the script.. I'm afraid that if this continues, the world will cease to exist.