The Youngest Daughter Of The Great Wizard Of The Famous Swordsmanship [EN]: Chapter 211

211. Extra Story 3 – Wedding

May 29, 2024

Time flew by, and before they knew it, the morning of Rosette and Joshua’s wedding had arrived.

The Adrian mansion was busier than ever, perhaps even more bustling than when Duke Adrian got married.

The maids, filled with enthusiasm, and Mrs. Wide’s staff were busy dressing Rosette.

The most serious among them was Joan, who had left her son with her husband. She had stayed by Rosette’s side since the day before, saying, “I can’t miss the preparations for the young lady’s wedding!”

“Perfect! I can confidently say that you are the most beautiful bride in my 20 years of experience!” Mrs. Wide clapped and exclaimed as she looked at Rosette, who had finished her preparations. The maids chimed in.

“That’s right, young lady. You were always pretty, but you truly shine today!”

“I feel like I’ve heard that every time I dress up… Are you just saying that out of courtesy?”

“Of course not! We are always sincere. You are always beautiful, young lady, so naturally, such compliments come out!”

“Really!”

“That’s enough, everyone. You’re making the young lady feel overwhelmed.”

Joan, having calmed the maids, approached Rosette with a long veil.

“His Highness the Crown Prince must be anxious by now. He will be the only one who won’t see you in your dress until the wedding.”

According to the tradition that the groom should not see the bride in her dress before the wedding, Joshua was completely isolated from Rosette.

Naturally, he wouldn’t be able to see Rosette until she walked down the aisle today.

“I don’t think I’ll be able to say this properly at the wedding, so I’ll say it in advance.”

Joan carefully placed the veil on her head.

“You must be happy in the future. Oh, and don’t cry. It will ruin your makeup.”

Rosette held back her tears and deliberately spoke more playfully.

“Why are you talking like we’ll never see each other again? We’ll see each other again in the palace.”

“That’s true, but it feels different. The way we address you will also change in the future.”

“…….”

“Everyone must be waiting. Let’s go now.”

“Young lady, you must be happy!”

“Don’t forget us!”

Rosette waved to the maids, who were seeing her off with tears, and left the room. Duke Adrian and Lucas were waiting in the hallway.

The two of them couldn’t say anything, even after seeing Rosette.

After a moment of silence, Duke Adrian said in a choked voice.

“You look beautiful. Shall we go, my daughter?”

Rosette barely held back her tears again and took his hand. Lucas also took her other hand.

* * *

Rosette took a deep breath, holding the bouquet in one hand and her father’s hand in the other. She could hear people murmuring from beyond the closed door.

Joshua must be among that crowd.

Joan said that Joshua would be anxious, but Rosette hadn’t seen him in his formal attire either.

He must look amazing, right? *I’m already nervous; I might lose my mind when I see Joshua,* she thought.

While Rosette was seriously contemplating, the door opened, and the Duke carefully led her in.

Rosette looked around at the guests through the blurry veil.

Familiar faces were seen.

Clara and Theresa, Melody and Anthony. And even the orphanage director and the children, including Jane, who had taken care of her so kindly.

Rosette smiled brightly and bowed slightly to them as they applauded.

Even though she walked slowly, she reached the platform faster than she thought. Joshua, dressed in white, hugged the Duke once and brought Rosette to his side.

Silver and Pipi, each wearing blue and red ribbons around their necks, were seated next to the platform.

[Squeak!]

[Woof!]

Only after Joshua gave them a warning did the two excited familiars [magical animal companions] shut their mouths.

The high priest, who was officiating, opened his mouth, and the room fell silent. He offered a prayer to the goddess and read the phrases used in the imperial wedding, but Rosette didn’t hear any of it.

Her attention was solely focused on Joshua, who was standing next to her. Joshua seemed to be the same, as she could feel his glances.

She couldn’t properly remember how she answered the question of whether she would take Joshua as her husband in the name of the goddess and love him for the rest of her life, or how she exchanged wedding rings with Joshua.

When Rosette barely regained her senses, Joshua was already close to her.

Joshua’s expression turned blank as he slowly lifted the veil that covered Rosette’s face. He bit his lip slightly and stared at her intently.

His gaze passed over her white neck and swept under her collarbone, which shimmered subtly with pearl powder.

Rosette was just as mesmerized. He looked more radiant than ever, with his hair half up and wearing a formal suit with ornate gold trim.

“You’re so beautiful, Rose, really…”

Just as Rosette was about to reply, “Joshua, you look amazing too,” to Joshua’s muttered words,

Joshua leaned down and kissed her lips urgently.

Rosette closed her eyes, listening to the applause and whistles.

* * *

Even after the wedding, Rosette couldn’t catch her breath. She had to change into a party dress right away and attend the wedding reception party held at the Imperial Palace.

Even at the party, there was hardly any time for Joshua and Rosette to be alone. Joshua had to deal with guests congratulating him, and Rosette had to do the same.

Every time Joshua tried to approach Rosette even a little, mischievous people dragged him away.

Rosette also kept her eyes on Joshua from time to time while talking to people.

It was around the time when the wedding reception party was in full swing.

“Aren’t you drunk?” Joshua, who had been watching for a chance, approached and asked. Rosette, who had come out to the balcony alone to get some air, smiled bashfully.

“I’m not drunk. I didn’t drink much. Two cocktails?”

“That’s a relief then. I was worried that you might be swept away by people and drink too much.”

His lips touched and briefly lingered on Rosette’s temple.

“Aren’t you tired?”

“I am tired. I’ve been moving since dawn. My body is tired, but I’m also mentally exhausted from being so nervous.”

“You’ve dealt with the guests enough, so go back to the palace and get some rest. Isabel will guide you. I think Isabel will be more comfortable for you than anyone else.”

“No, it’s okay. I can stay longer…”

Joshua kissed her again, the sound echoing softly in the night air.

“I’ll be there soon, so wait for me.”

Rosette’s face flushed as she slowly blinked, understanding his implication. Joshua chuckled.

“Do you understand now?”

“No, that…”

Joshua lightly kissed Rosette’s cheek, who was stuttering.

“Just don’t fall asleep first.”

“So…”

She couldn’t say anything more.

In the end, Rosette covered her hot cheeks and scurried out of the hall. It was as if she was running away.

Joshua, who was laughing at her receding figure, let out a deep sigh.

He pretended to be relaxed in front of Rosette, but in fact, his patience had already reached its limit.

From the moment he saw Rosette without her veil, he had wanted to spend time alone with her.

Joshua, loosening the cravat [a type of neckwear] he was wearing around his neck, left the hall with an elegant but slightly impatient step.

* * *

“What should I do, Joan? I’m so nervous,” Rosette muttered anxiously to Joan, who was reflected in the mirror. Today, Joan stayed by her side at the Imperial Palace, even though Rosette said she was fine.

Rosette’s cute godson, Jake, whined a little as he looked for his mother, but he fell asleep comfortably in his father Chris’s arms.

Joan gently brushed Rosette’s hair.

“You don’t have to be so nervous.”

“But I’m nervous. What should I do?”

Rosette looked in the mirror and straightened her clothes. The pajamas that Mrs. Wide had specially made for the newlyweds were different from what Rosette usually wore.

Instead of pajamas that covered her arms and legs, these had no sleeves, revealing her arms, shoulders, and collarbone.

The length of the skirt was also short, barely covering her knees.

Feeling embarrassed for some reason, she wore the white gown that Mrs. Wide had given her as a gift, but it was made of a thin, see-through material, so it didn’t really cover her bare skin.

*Am I supposed to stand in front of Joshua like this?* she wondered.

*How can I not be nervous when the clothes are like this?*

Joan spoke softly to her, who still couldn’t relax.

“Your Highness doesn’t need to do anything special. Just follow His Highness the Crown Prince’s lead… No, that doesn’t seem very helpful.”

Joan, who had loosely braided Rosette’s hair into one, pondered for a moment.

“He will like it if you just show him your honest feelings for His Highness the Crown Prince.”

“Honestly…”

Just as Joan was about to say something more, there was a knock. Rosette was startled as if she was about to jump out of her chair, and Joan quickly finished up.

“It seems that His Highness the Crown Prince has arrived. Then I’ll be on my way.”

“Okay, Joan must be tired too, so go and rest quickly.”

Joan, who kissed Rosette’s hand in respect for the imperial family, left the room.

Joshua nodded to Joan, who bowed deeply, and immediately approached Rosette.

Joshua’s hair was slightly wet as if he had just taken a shower, and he smelled fresh.

He was wearing a light shirt and pants, and the shirt was unbuttoned about two or three buttons, revealing his well-built body.

Rosette, surprised by his unguarded appearance for the first time, looked at the muscles visible through the open shirt and quickly turned her head.