Chapter 1023 - Divergent (1/2)

Chapter 1023: Divergent

Translator: TransN Editor: TransN

For a moment, the noisy tavern fell into silence, and even the patrons seated at the bar counter stopped drinking and turned to look at them.

May was a little shocked. “When I was in the old king’s city, I once sought guidance—”

“From Kajen, right? That’s exactly why he won’t see you.” The manager lowered his voice. “Lord Kajen is very disappointed in you, Miss May.”

Even though the voice was very quiet, the girls next to May could easily catch every word. May felt her hand be suddenly squeezed by Irene.

Those words struck them harder than any accusation would, especially when it came from a distinguished dramatist. It was fine for him to criticize or encourage his juniors for their sakes, but it was harsh to tell his juniors that they were disappointments. She would be completely discombobulated or even sob on the spot if she heard those words three years ago.

But she didn’t think of herself first anymore.

After so many years as the Star of the Western Region, she, the backbone of the Star Flower Troupe, was confident about her acting ability. If the blame had hurt her so much, what about Irene, Tina, and the other members of the troupe? Not to mention Swallow, such a talented girl who only lacked confidence.

Therefore, May found herself unexpectedly calm at the moment.

May let out a soft breath, composed herself, and replied, “Really? I believe there must be a mistake. It’ll be better if I’m allowed to explain it to him personally, but if not I can only give him my apologies.”

This took the manager by surprise, for he had never expected she would accept it so mildly. He frowned. “You…”

“Anyway, I hope that Mr. Kajen makes more progress in drama and makes a breakthrough in the ceremony. We’ll take our leave.” She turned and walked towards the door, and then spoke over her shoulder, “By the way, please don’t call me Miss May. I’m Mrs. Lannis now.”

The weather was still the same on their way back, but May felt like the sky looked more gloomy. No one spoke a word. The joy and excitement they had when they started from their home was all gone.

It was not until they were about to go home separately that Gait asked, “Lady May, did you really fall out with Master Kajen?”

“Idiot. What nonsense!” Rosia shot him a stern glance. “How could Sister May pay a visit to him if they had grudges against each other? That’s no better than asking to be ignored! How could he say that he was disappointed in her? I reckon he’s jealous.”

Everyone gasped and looked at Rosia in disbelief.

“Hey… the man you’re talking about is the great dramatist of Graycastle.”

Rosia argued indignantly, “I mean, now that Neverwinter has become the new capital and Star Flower is more popular than any other troupes in the Western Region, they’re not as appreciated as they used to be. Naturally, they wouldn’t be friendly to us. I’ve been with May since she moved from Longsong to Border Town. She has stopped contacting Kajen Troupe ever since she returned from the old king’s city, so their claim that she has disappointed Master Kajen is illogical. To put it plainly, they look down upon us just because of our short history and little reputation among the nobles.”

“Is that so?” Irene said, seeming to be enlightened.

Perhaps because of Rosia’s bold and confident argument, everyone cheered up a little bit.

“I wondered why the manager was afraid to look Lady May in the eyes. Now it appears that he felt guilty…”

“So, is that the reason why Master Kajen didn’t want to see Sister May?”

“Of course not.” May could not help rolling her eyes. “How could he, such a famed master, be jealous of me? Almost no one has ever heard of me outside the Western Region, but his name has spread across the entirety Graycastle, and even people in some regions of the Kingdom of Dawn have heard of him. What you’re saying is far too wrong.”

Everyone cringed at those words.

“Anyway, that’s the end of it. Do you understand?” May said and clapped her hands. “Go home, all of you. We have a tight schedule of shooting tomorrow.”