Chapter 472 (1/2)

Chapter 472: A Pledge of Love

Translator: TransN Editor: TransN

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“Garments, shoes, mugs, spoons and forks.” May checked off each item by counting with her fingers. “Is there anything else I should take with me?”

The floor was littered with an assortment of household supplies, everything from a water kettle to a wooden bowl.

“The bedding is the most important,” Irene thought and then said, “you’d better take a set of the pillow, sheets, and blanket.”

Hearing these words, Rosia and Gait both burst out in a fit of giggles, but they were soon silenced, however, when May shot them a cold glance. “The bedding isn’t necessary. Carter says he’ll buy a new set from the marketplace. It’s rumored they once belonged to the four families and were dug up from their mansion’s basements.”

“Wow, then they must be made of fine silk,” Irene commented enviously. “I’ve heard there’s a tailor in King’s City retailing fabric and garments made of pure silk. It’s unfortunate that only great nobles and wealthy merchants can afford them.” If they came from the four families, they must be just as good.”

“Yes, pretty much,” May replied nonchalantly. “I remember he said one set was worth five gold royals.”

“Wow… “The three girls gasped in surprise.

“Five, five gold royals! God Almighty!” Rosia smacked her lips. “It would take me nearly two years to make that much money.”

“How can you compare to the Star of the Western Region?” Gait said derisively while tapping her on the head. “Miss May is a celebrity who has performed in King’s City! As for His Excellency Carter, he’s Chief Knight of His Highness. You can’t compete with either of them!”

“That’s really awesome, May,” Irene said, looking at May with her radiant eyes. “I envy you so much.”

May knew only Irene felt genuinely happy for her, and her sincerity was why Morning Light was attracted to her in the first place. May also wondered how a girl like Irene, who grew up in the theater, was impervious to worldly temptations and desires all the while retaining the innocence and kindness of childhood. Although she had put her past romance out of her mind, May was still delighted to see Irene was a little envious of her. “When you rise to fame, you can buy a set for yourself… You’ll be paid several gold royals for starring in King’s City just once, not to mention the tips you’ll get from the nobles after the show.”

“But how long will it take me to become as good as you?” Irene asked in frustration, mouth pulled tight.

“Looks like you’re pretty busy here. Are you rehearsing?” Right then the door was swung open abruptly. A good-looking young man poked his head in and asked, “Am I interrupting?”

“His, His Excellency Carter!” Gait and Rosia immediately bowed.

“Good morning, Mr. Knight.” Irene turned to smile at him. “We’re discussing what May should take to your place and we were just talking about you.”

“Really? What did you say about me?” Carter asked curiously, scratching the back of his head.

“Nothing!” May stared at him and thought silently that he always appeared to be the perfect gentleman when his mouth was shut, but the illusion was shattered once he started talking. “Why did you come here today? Today isn’t your day off, is it?”

“Um… don’t worry. His Highness gave me some time off today. So… I brought you a gift.”