Japanese food
08
허 월
Did you say stealth?
김태형
That is correct. I heard there is a lantern festival tonight...
허 월
Very well! Please give me just a little time to prepare.
김태형
Very well. Come outside when you are ready.
A few minutes later, Wol walked out, simply dressed and with a durumagi draped over his shoulders.
Her face, reflected in the moonlight, was dazzlingly beautiful. Taehyung stared at Wol, entranced.
허 월
Your Highness... Your Highness..?!! What are you thinking so intently about?
김태형
Ah...!! It's nothing. I just lost my mind for a moment because of your beauty.
허 월
Your Highness... I feel a bit cheesy... If you are acting this way because you feel sorry about the situation earlier, you do not need to.
At Wol's words, Taehyung smiled broadly and asked.
김태형
Are you completely over your anger?
허 월
Yes. Didn't I tell you? One kiss from Your Highness is enough.
Wol could not hide her smile as she watched Taehyung, who had been downcast like a child, quickly regain his energy.
When I went to where the lantern festival was being held, I saw that many people were already writing their wishes on lanterns and floating them.
허 월
How about Your Highness sending one out as well?
김태형
Very well. What shall I write as my wish... What did you write?
허 월
I, your humble servant, wrote about Your Highness's health and happiness.
김태형
...In that case, I guess I should write the Crown Princess's happiness!
허 월
Your Highness, are those not the same thing? Your Highness's happiness is my happiness.
김태형
Crown Princess.....
김태형
It's cringey.
허 월
Pfft!
Wol burst into laughter at Taehyung's expression.
허 월
Your Highness, I have somewhere to stop by briefly... I wish to meet a friend I have been inseparable from since childhood. Please grant me permission.
김태형
Alright. I'll just watch with Jungkook. But you must be back soon.
허 월
Yes, deterioration.
After Wol parted ways with Taehyung, Jungkook quietly appeared from behind.
김태형
So, have you looked into what I asked for?
전정국
Yes, Your Highness. Just as you suspected, the one who shot the arrow was indeed an assassin sent by Yun Seol-hui. And...
김태형
and?
전정국
It is said that Yun Dae-seong made a false report to His Majesty the King.
김태형
What?! Tell me in detail.
전정국
It appears they intend to completely destroy the Heo family in order to oust the Crown Princess and place Yun Seol-hui in her place.
전정국
So, it seems that he intends to report to Your Majesty that Right State Councilor Heo Yung is plotting treason.
김태형
If it were Heo Yung....
전정국
Yes, he is the father of the Crown Princess. The one who enjoys the immense favor of His Majesty....
김태형
What?! Does it make sense that someone like that would plot treason?!!!
As the angry Taehyung raised his voice, passersby glanced at him.
전정국
Your Highness, there are many eyes watching. Please lower your voice a little.
김태형
Right, I got too worked up. Tell me more.
전정국
Yes. I hear that they have only lightly hinted to His Majesty the King that someone is plotting treason. You must return to the palace and stop it as soon as possible.
김태형
... The situation is more serious than I thought. I must find the Crown Princess.
"lowering!!!"
Just as he was about to set out to find Wol, someone called out to Taehyung from behind.
It was the month.
When Taehyung saw Wol's bright face, he couldn't bring himself to speak. His heart ached so much.
김태형
....Something urgent has come up that requires me to return to the palace. I must go immediately.
허 월
Your Highness, you look unwell. What is the matter?
김태형
It is none of your concern, so do not worry...
허 월
Yes, Your Highness. My business is also finished, so please go.
At that time, Gangnyeongjeon.
"Your Majesty, the Grand Minister wishes to see you."
김태운
Delahara.
윤대성
Your Majesty, I previously reported to you regarding the rumors that you were plotting treason. Do you remember?
김태운
Of course. Did you find out who those ministers are?
윤대성
Yes, Your Majesty. However, the person at the center of it all is...
김태운
Why are you dragging this out? Go ahead and tell me.
윤대성
Th-that is, Your Majesty, I am the Right State Councilor Heo Yung.
김태운
What did you say??!!! Is that really true?
윤대성
Yes, Your Majesty. I am ashamed to admit it is true!!
김태운
...Is there anyone outside??!
"Yes, Your Majesty. Please give the order."
김태운
Go immediately and bring in Right State Councilor Heo Yung. Hurry!!
"yes!"
Taehyung and Wol hurried their steps back to the palace. Just then, they caught sight of several soldiers rushing somewhere.
김태형
Hey, where are you going?
"Ah, Your Highness the Crown Prince. His Majesty has urgently issued an arrest order."
At that moment, a shadow fell across Taehyung's face.
No way... It can't be. No way.
김태형
Who did you tell me to arrest?
I am Heo Yung.
Upon hearing the answer, Taehyung hurriedly turned to look at Wol.
Wol stood there like a doll, speechless for a moment.
And then, just as my legs gave way and I was about to collapse
Taehyung barely managed to catch her.
허 월
Your Highness... That cannot be... true. Why... why would Father...
김태형
First... it would be best to return to your quarters. Jungkook, please help me out.
전정국
Yes, deterioration.
Taehyung picked up Wol.
Tears flowed from Wol's eyes as she was held helplessly.