Princess Mira's Secret

After Princess Mira's little episode, everyone went back to eating and drinking as usual, quickly putting the incident behind them.

When the banquet finally ended and everyone had left, one student lingered, looking at Dean Jade Evans with a hesitant expression.

Dean Jade Evans also noticed that student.

"Student, do you have something you'd like to say to me?" Dean Jade Evans asked.

The student nodded. Seeing that everyone else had left, he walked with Dean Jade Evans to a secluded corner and lowered his voice: "Dean Jade Evans, sigh, I really shouldn't meddle, but I'm genuinely worried something bad might happen to you, so I had to warn you."

"Oh? Something bad might happen to me?" Dean Jade Evans asked curiously.

The student looked mysterious and spoke in a low voice: "Dean Jade Evans, you must keep your distance from Princess Mira. If you ever see her, run as far as you can!"

"Oh? Why is that?" Dean Jade Evans was even more puzzled.

The student sighed and said, "Dean Jade Evans, my cousin is a famous local physician. Recently, he was summoned to the capital by Crown Prince Zhao Yanchuan of Chu to treat someone. Do you know who was sick? It was Princess Mira—she's got a lovesickness. Whenever she sees Professor Jade Evans or Prince Alexander Hayes, she can't help but act out, completely unable to control herself. My cousin told me after he came home that Princess Mira's illness is probably incurable and will only get worse. Professor Jade Evans, did you see her just now? She looked like she wanted to pounce on you and devour you. If she hadn’t been pulled away, who knows what might have happened. That was with so many people around—if you ever meet her alone somewhere, wouldn’t that be dangerous?"

The student finished, giving Dean Jade Evans a sympathetic look, then solemnly reminded again: "Professor Jade Evans, remember to keep your distance from Princess Mira. She has lovesickness—she really can’t control her actions no matter how hard she tries."

After repeating his warning several more times, the student finally departed.

Lily Evans suddenly understood—so that’s why Princess Mira acts so strangely whenever she sees Jade Evans or Alexander Hayes. Turns out, she’s got a hopeless crush and just can’t help herself around the two of them.

This discovery left Lily Evans both amused and speechless. Princess Mira managed to fall for both Lily and Alexander Hayes at once—now that’s what you call unique taste.

Still, learning Princess Mira’s secret today felt like a valuable gain. Who knows—maybe it’ll come in handy someday.

Classes ended early today, and after the banquet, Lily Evans returned to the Hayes Family Estate.

Alexander Hayes hadn’t come home yet, but Peony arrived to report on her plan to redeploy informants at Moonwatch Tower.

Lily Evans trusted Peony completely—after all, Peony was a top elite in the Hayes Family Shadow Guard, the best of the best. With her in charge, Lily could rest easy.

Peony also mentioned her upcoming wedding to Sean Hayes. Given their history as secret guards, she hoped for a simple, discreet ceremony.

Lily Evans smiled, “You two have risked your lives for the family more times than I can count. You deserve happiness. Go ahead—make it small and private, but let’s celebrate together.”

Peony’s eyes sparkled with gratitude. “Thank you, Madam Evans. I’ll make sure it’s discreet—and joyful.”

Lily Evans nodded, “That’s all I ask. When the time comes, I’ll bring the best wine—let’s toast to your new life.”

Peony bowed deeply, her face aglow with happiness, and left to prepare for the wedding.