50 - I Got Engaged to a Blind Duke
I got engaged to a blind peacock Chapter 50
Idre, wiping the sweat from her forehead, presented the next catalog. Her passionate explanations continued for hours.
Marin's face grew paler as she looked through more than ten catalogs that looked similar.
Idre was about to point to the first page of the next catalog and explain when she noticed Marin's blank eyes.
"Marin, shall we stop for today?"
"Please."
Marin nodded with a desperate expression.
"I understand. Then I'll prepare other design books and visit you at the Duke's Castle."
Again?
Marin forced herself to swallow the words that rose to her throat.
"Don't worry. I'll make you the most beautiful engagement dress in the West."
Idre's blue eyes shone confidently.
"Yes, I believe you."
Marin gave a weak smile.
The Duke, who had stayed with her until the end, stood up and offered his hand to Marin. Marin awkwardly took his hand and stood up.
"Goodbye."
Idre and Juri, who came to see them off at the door, bowed deeply.
When he offered his arm, Marin naturally linked hers with his.
It was time for her to take the lead for the invisible Duke.
Near the shop, people were gathered as if watching a spectacle. It seemed everyone had gathered for the Duke's rare outing.
Nobles who made eye contact with Marin averted their gaze, pretending not to notice.
Some nobles took off their hats and greeted the Duke.
Of course, the Duke didn't look at them because his eyes were closed.
"Is there anywhere you would like to go?"
"A place with few people."
Marin widened her eyes as if asking what he meant.
He wanted to spread rumors, so why a place with few people?
As Marin hesitated, he chuckled and tilted his head towards her.
To others, it looked like a loving and affectionate atmosphere.
"You can't ride in a carriage, can you?"
"Ah, yes."
The Duke's handsome face was too close. Marin creaked like something was broken.
Only after he moved away did Marin feel relieved and walk half a step ahead of the Duke.
"Do you know that your hands and feet are moving together right now?"
"No, how do you know that?"
Even though you can't see.
Marin swallowed the unspoken words and looked at him with a curious face.
"How could I not know when we're walking together?"
Marin tried not to be conscious of the surrounding gazes, but it wasn't easy.
"It's because it's my first time being the center of attention like this."
It was also the first time she had seen so many nobles on the street. Nobles were inherently lazy and mostly stayed in cafes or restaurants.
The nobles' gazes persistently followed them.
"You'll have to get used to it from now on."
"I don't know if I'll ever get used to this. Actually, even before my family fell, I liked reading books at home. I didn't really interact with the young ladies either."
Marin whispered with an embarrassed face.
Gerald turned his head towards her as if surprised.
"Everything is unfamiliar at first."
Like her hand placed on his arm.
Because he was sensitive to touch, it was the first time he had been in contact with someone else for so long. But it wasn't as bad as he thought.
Perhaps if he hadn't met this woman, it would have been an experience he would never have had in his life.
"Yes. I'll try to adapt diligently from now on."
Marin lifted her chin and pretended not to be conscious of her surroundings as she entered the park.
Hendrego Park, which had a large lake, was often visited by nobles who came to ride boats or have picnics in the summer.
Perhaps because the weather was chilly, there were not many people to be seen.
"Hendrego Park, huh."
Let's make 'How do you know when you can't see?' the last question for today.
Marin resolved inwardly.
"Have you been here often?"
"Once when I was young."
Marin looked up at the Duke as if he were a wonder.
Let's not bother asking 'How do you know when you've only been to the park once?' either.
Marin turned her head from side to side, carefully examining her surroundings. There was no one around. Only then did she feel relieved and release the uncomfortable arm link.
Because the Duke was so tall, it felt like she was clinging to him rather than guiding him.
The Duke silently turned his head towards the lake.
"Who did you come here with?"
"My sister."
"Ah... I'm sorry."
"What are you sorry for?"
"For asking a pointless question."
As Marin didn't know what to do, the Duke turned his head towards her.
The Duke's long eyelashes slowly rose, revealing beautiful silver eyes.
Marin blankly stared at his eyes.
Will the day ever come when she gets used to these pretty eyes?
"Just because my sister is gone doesn't mean I won't talk about her at all."
"Still, some people get sad just by talking about it."
At that moment, a gentle breeze blew, brushing past his bangs. His bright forehead and silver eyes were more clearly revealed.
"It's a pity."
Marin frowned without realizing it and muttered.
"What is?"
"That you hurt your eyes, and that you have to hide the color of these beautiful eyes."
In an instant, he strode towards her in one step.
As the distance closed, his handsome face came closer.
"Imsi, are you seducing me again?"
"Again? When did I ever seduce you? Why do you keep going that way?"
Marin openly grumbled with an absurd face.
Then he burst out laughing. His clear laughter spread gently through the quiet park.
Marin was momentarily mesmerized and stared at him.
So he was someone who could laugh so comfortably.
"I've been thinking. Why I made a fake engagement proposal to Imsi."
"Why?"
"Because it was funny."
Does he think I'm funny right now? Should I be angry? Or should I take it as a compliment?
Marin crossed her arms in front of her chest and seriously pondered.
At this, he burst into laughter again.
"Why do you keep laughing?"
Marin asked in a sulky voice.
"You were wondering which way to react just now, weren't you?"
"Wow, are you a shaman or something?"
"What does that mean?"
"I'm sorry. It was nonsense."
Marin bowed her head.
"It's a compliment."
"Yes?"
"Because Imsi is the first person to make me laugh like this. It's a compliment."
"Ah, yes."
Marin answered listlessly with an awkward face.
It's a compliment, but it doesn't feel like one.
"I must have become a lot more comfortable."
"Me? With you, Duke? No. I'm very, very, very uncomfortable."
Marin raised both hands and waved them.
"Let's use more casual titles from now on."
"That's a bit..."
She trailed off with an uncomfortable face, but he took another step closer. They were so close that their breaths could touch.
Marin stopped breathing with a nervous face and stepped back as much as the distance closed. Her face flushed instantly.
"Danger..."
"Who?"
Ugh, how did he hear that again? Marin pretended not to hear and changed the subject.
"Then what should I call you, Duke?"
"Gerald?"
"Aah, save me."
"Don't worry. I won't kill you because of a title."
At his eerie consideration, Marin awkwardly raised the corners of her trembling lips.
"Is there really no other option?"
"Say it."
"Ge, Ge, Gerald-nim."
Marin closed her eyes tightly and called out timidly.
There was no answer from him for a long time.
When she slightly opened her eyes, she saw him wearing a soft smile.
Marin closed her eyes again.
How can he be so seductive with just a smile?
He was a really dangerous man.
