Chapter 124

Chapter 124

In front of Eliza's door, Nancy was standing off against someone.

Seeing the squabble drag on, Eliza frowned and walked over.

"Back again?"

"I'll send him away in no time, so please don't trouble yourself, Madam!"

Nancy said so, but the unwelcome visitor stubbornly held his ground.

In the end, Eliza sighed and showed herself in person.

"Good day to you, Viscountess Alastair!"

The courier, holding a large tray, greeted her with a beaming face.

On the tray he thrust forward so triumphantly lay a bouquet and a single letter.

Eliza waved her hand dismissively.

"No need. Take it back."

"Madam. It is in His Highness the Crown Prince's own hand."

"That's exactly why I'm not accepting it."

"Oh, but... this puts me in a difficult position. It is, after all, His Highness's sincere gesture..."

Grumbling, the courier did not retreat a single step. Eliza's gaze sharpened.

"Do…