You Think I Won't Talk?-Chapter 482

"..... Paige do remain calm-"

"Mai Leiday!!! Yu ar truli awaikeeeee~!!!"

"?!!"

"Mai Ladai~ my leidahhh~~ weeh~!!! I wash zo conzernd~!!!" — As father’s trouble had tried to convey, I was able to believe fully how much trouble he must have experienced when dealing with a Paige in this state... for she rushed towards myself in a blink, pushing dad away to hug myself who could not talk from astonishment this time. — "Mai bootylfull leidey~!! Hic! SNIFF~!! Hip!"

’B-bootyfull?! pff-’ — I thought biting my own lip at the absurdity of her sobs, meeting the wide eyes of my father who also held back the laughter at the sound of her words.

"H- AHEM! Cough! P-Paige, it is alright... be careful..."

"Bat yuke~... tha ladey~...!! Sob...!!"

"Oh, Goodness, child! Your snot will get all over Marianne!! This is why I told you to keep away, see?! What is this behaviour?! Truly!!" — Taking his handkerchief out after she turned to look at him, Dad started to wipe Paige’s face without a hint of the previous laughter... causing curiosity in myself that would lead to an uncomfortable sight...

’Haha... wait, snot?... Oh my god! My shoulder!!!’

"Uh... I am shorry..."

’Oh goodness! Oh god!!... I- I do not want to be rude but- uuuu~~gh!!!’ 𝕗𝚛𝚎𝚎𝐰𝗲𝗯𝗻𝚘𝚟𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝕞

"... Paige... for now, help Marianne change..."

Dad said, noticing how in the sudden chaos, I tried to look away as I felt the wet cloth... hoping not to offend Paige in her pure show of emotions... although as Dad had told me... this was beyond what I expected from her.

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"Sniff... I am sorry, my lady... I was too happy..."

I heard her tell again as she aided with my dress. Myself kept quiet, for now, I fear her reaction was I to talk to her... yet I could appreciate her true delight in having myself back and healthy.

Therefore, although I was to remain silent as it appeared dangerous to give such a surprise to her current state, I stood as I knew my appearance was ready thanks to her always gentle aid.

"...?? Sniff... My lady...?" — She said as I stood before her while I could clearly see the swollen eyes, red from crying so much, wearing a concerned expression that hurt my heart for I am aware of Paige’s sincere warmth... and I smiled, naturally as my body was now permitted of such, being myself who gave the embrace she could not hold back when seeing me.

"nh... sniff... my lady...! I am so relieved... I was so worried... hic..."

’... sigh~... I am aware...’ — I said within as if things had not changed, hoping so she could calm down before letting her know of my voice and telling her as many things as I wished before earning it back.

"Sniff... Gasp!? I-I will mess the lady’s dress again..." — Paige said suddenly, trying to smile even when troubled to take distance. Although still holding onto my arms for I did not let go as easily as she would have thought... Glancing at me with those weary eyes while in her emotion, she smiled as best she could with the tears she could not reign. — "... I am so happy to see you well... welcome back, my lady... it embarrasses myself that I am who is being comforted by your kind self... yet... hic... I-... I truly love my lady... I could not help myself when seeing you today...!"

’... hahaha... gosh... You will make me cry as well...’ — Slightly infected by Paige’s emotion, I fought it the best I could, giving her another yet tighter hug... brief so it would not affect us further than necessary, sharing a little giggle as I wiped her tears with the back of my finger. Feeling sorry for the worry the events provoked, yet also reassured that... from here on, it will not be as easy for people to get me.

We squeezed each other’s hands as if we had agreed on placing an end to the tears, and Paige quietly but with tender expression released me to go and open the door to my dad who had been waiting patiently outside with Sir Vitor by his side.

I had yet to interact with my guard... but there were some matters I wanted to discuss before doing such. Aware of the situation, many things must have happened in the background so the kidnapping could occur... Paul had said so himself when taking myself with him... and so I wanted to dig further into every detail before acting consequently.

Paige left Father and I to enjoy our breakfast together by his order, for he noticed no word was coming out from my mouth while she or any other was around. Talking to me about it as soon as we were alone and comfortably sitting at the table.

"... Sweetie, are you not going to tell Paige you can now speak?" — He asked intrigued, for even while I was mute for long years, there was a noticeable closeness for his eye between myself and Paige.

I shook my head, sorry about this decision... yet things cannot be done without much thought, from here onwards... although I would like to believe that has been the case all along...

"No, I would like to wait for a more appropriate time... Paige was truly affected and I believe learning about it now would be too much for her, haha..."

"That is true indeed... goodness, if she reacted like this solely by seeing you we might lose her sanity to your voice."

"Yes, haha~... Although that is not the only reason." — Sighing as it was a serious matter, I said to my father who appeared troubled whilst sipping on his tea. — "I would like to wait before letting everyone know about this... I want to see how the issue with Theressa and Paul goes before that."

"... ah... if that is what you want... I will not oppose..."

"Is it alright? You do not seem convinced..."

"Oh, no, no. Do not think that. It is alright sweetie, I will see to it so your wish is honoured." — He said with down demeanour although he attempted otherwise.