This BL Novel Is Ruined Now - Chapter 86

Chapter 86

Translator: Yonnee

RP: Haebaragi_syk

Right. Its good that her strategy worked. But on the other hand, she had no idea what hes saying right now, so shes getting a little nervous.

If she were completely honest with herself, shes suspicious of his sudden kindness. It was a complete one-eighty from when he was watching Reina with daggers in his eyes until just a couple days ago.

With tears still streaming down her face, Reina stared at him. Then, Ethan held her shoulders gently, looking at her at eye level.

First, go home and rest today.

This wasnt some kind of trap, was it? Hes not going to say, I told you to leave, so why didnt you stay that way? Intern Reina, do you not know how to listen to someone elses words? was he?

Can you go home alone?

Dazed and bewildered, Reina nodded blankly, but he continued to look at her with such worried eyes.

S-Seriously, whats going on?

She only pretended to be pitiful so that she wouldnt get scolded, but even so, she didnt know it would work this well

As her eyes were furtively narrowed in suspicion, Reina tried to observe his face.

But then.

No, you dont seem like it. Ill take you there myself.

Huh?

Yet another unexpected thing was thrown at her. Reina briefly forgot that she was supposed to be crying as she asked blankly.

W-Where?

Im worried that you might collapse on your way back, Reina. So, lets go together.

No way her house?

No For you to go so far

Was there maybe blood trickling down her face? Or was her face in such a terrible condition that he couldnt help but offer such courtesy?

One of her hands crept up her face and neck. However, there were no signs of blood anywhere, just tears.

But why are you being so sweet?

Right now, hes not just a little worried, but very very worried.

Whether he knew whats going on in her mind or not, Ethan continued to speak in a worried voice as he led her to a chair where she could sit.

We have to make sure youre not hurt. Your body might be in shock right now, and irregularities may arise later.

Right, thats how human bodies tend to be

Ah. No, its better to go to the lounge first.

His quibbling indecisiveness right now was making it clear that his attitude had changed to the point of radicality.

Can you walk? Or do you want me to carry you on my back?

Yeah, this was obviously a change thats beyond measure.

This is just making me nervous again.

* * *

Ethan had changed.

Well, its true that she wanted him to change, but this this was too much.

Reina.

Yes, Deputy Director Ethan.

Are you going home?

Uh Yes.

Then, shall we go together?

Reina nodded awkwardly to his requestwhich was asked ever so naturallyto accompany her.

One might say this:

Its not my love, but how fortunate was it that theyre in an amicable enough relationship that they could leave work at the same time and talk with each other? Its better than hate.

But the thing was, hes changed so much that its beyond the scope of comprehension, and its to the point that Reinas feeling more awkward than delighted.

Reina.

Yes, Deputy Director.

When her direct superior called her name with a rather heavy voice, she answered awkwardly. And at that moment, his expression sank, and he soon stopped walking.

WhWhat now? Whats wrong with your expression?

She was already so doubtful of how nice hes been to her in the past few days, but was it all a trap?

Fifty thousand thoughts sprinted through her mind. As she stopped in place as well, she began to observe him with the watchful eyes of a sharpshooter.

Ethan turned his head and looked back at the warp gate that they had just passed, then looked at Reina again. His eyebrows were furrowed.

Was there something you left behind, sir?

She was getting more and more frustrated by his series of actions, yet she nonetheless asked him cautiously with a respectful tone.

In response, Ethan shook his head slightly. His lips looked as if they had moved slowly, letting out a sigh that couldnt be heard.

Reina. Were not in the Imperial Palace anymore.

Y-Yes, and?

Her light purple eyes blinked in a daze at the sudden remark. Ethan stared into the eyes that looked like magic to him, then spoke hesitatingly.

Well I mean

Reina tilted her head to the side in confusion. It was very uncharacteristic of him to hesitate like this, but he soon forced himself to speak with great difficulty.

This isnt the Imperial Palace anymore. You dont have to call me Deputy Director.

Ah

Only then did she understand what hes getting at.

Its just that Theres no better way to keep private and public matters between us separate, so Thats why Ive been calling you Deputy Director.

The moment she said private and public matters, Ethans already pale face became exceptionally ashen. Briefly dazed by his reaction, Reina immediately had a eureka moment inwardly.

Ah! Maybe its because of what he said the other day?

That sounded plausible. At that time, he had coldly drawn the line between public and private, and its enough to embarrass anyone hed tell that to.

So thats why you said sorry!

Reina understood everything now.

Finally, as if she had finished working on a puzzle, she felt such a relief now that she knew the underlying reason behind his behavior. In other words, its the scariest when you dont know the reason, whether good or bad.

Perhaps because she now understood what he meant, but a bright smile automatically graced her features as if to express how relieved she was.

Thats really all there is to it. So you dont have to worry.

Now relaxed, Reina was now the one reassuring him.

But as she said so, her words only made Ethans mood sink further.

Um Im really fine with it though. Thats why, please dont take it to heart, Deputy Director.

When he lowered his gaze slightly, a melancholy tone leaked through his lips.

But Im not fine with it.

Pardon me?

As she heard his droopy voice, she couldnt help but ask again. Then, he looked up with a clear gaze and stared straight into her eyes.

I dont like it when you call me Deputy Director, Reina.

Eh?

Then whats she supposed to call him? No way Your Excellency?

When were outside, you can call me as you usually do. Or you can just call me Ethan.

Cough, cough! W-What?

As she usually did, he said. Then

My love?

Yes.

Reina, I would like it if you call me my love again.

Uh Maybe theres a chance that Ethans head was overloading right now due to how smart he was. Or maybe he hit his head somewhere and got amnesia

Youre the one who told me to be mindful of separating public and private matters

But now hes telling her to call him my love?

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