I’ll Become the Tyrant’s Tutor - chapter 33

Prim was a bit speechless and couldn’t say anything. Then, Reynsis rubbed his forehead on her shoulder as if he was waiting for her hand.1

‘I think it’s okay, since he wants this, right?’

Prim raised her hand again, and stroked his hair slowly. The soft platinum blonde hair scattered between her warm fingers.

Reynsis felt pleased with her touch.

“This feels… comfortable.” (Reynsis)1

Reynsis chuckled on her shoulder.

Prim wonders if this is a good change in him.

But he seemed fine. This felt good too since it can make his heart melt.. Afterall, he was her only beast.2

Prim kept on stroking his hair gently.1

The sunshine shone brightly on their shadows as a pleasant breeze engulfed them. It was the sign that autumn is approaching.

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“What? Are you serious?” (Prim)

Prim gasped as if she couldn’t believe what she just heard. The news that the maids had brought shocked her.

It was the news that Lise, who brought a forbidden rose to confess to Liason, was leaving the Palace after finding another good person.

And the most shocking thing was that he was a young man 2 years younger than her.2

‘Is that love?’ Prim thought for a while.

“Our Lise is too feminine.”

Prim muttered as the other maids agreed with her.

“But love is also terrifying, right?”

“Oh~ I envy you. I thought love at first sight only appeared in books.”

“I know right!”

Lina, a maid with freckles on her cheek constantly responded.

“Lina, aren’t you dating?”

Prim asked.

“Me?” (Lina)

Lina was receiving unexpected attention from the maid. She looked surprised with Prim’s question. Some of the maids nudged their elbows at Prim playfully to continue asking her more.

“How about it? Lina~, do you have any crushes?” (Prim)

“H-haha, me? No one!” (Lina)

Lina waved her hands and shook her head vigorously denying their questions. Of course, no one believed her since her face was burning red.

“Prim! Really —” (Lina)

Lina looked frustrated, glancing at Prim, but she paused suddenly. Those black midnight eyes,… glistening in purple.4

She blinked several times forgetting her frustration and stared open-mouthed at Prim.

“Hey, Lina?” (Prim)

“Huh..?” (Lina)

Other maids including Prim stared at Lina, who was dumbfounded with the situation earlier.

“Your eyes…” (Lina)

It was when Lina was about to speak, the atmosphere suddenly went cold.

“Prim.”

It was a penetrating yet pleasant voice. Reynsis was approaching her.

The maid bowed their head while saying their greetings. It was only Prim, who faced the Prince.

“Your Highness?” (Prim)

“What are you doing here? You won’t even come to visit me in my room.” (Reynsis)2

Reynsis grumbled with a sullen look. Prim smiled as if she was comforting a child.

“We still have time. I was just talking for a while with them.”

There was still time before their classes started. But he seems dissatisfied with her answer.

He felt anxious because their time together was short.

‘You say that too easily.’

After being able to see colours, Reynsis’ mood always seems to burst out until it reaches the sky then falls back on the ground.1

Because everything she said seems so casual.

Reynsis’ face became displeased. He glanced at the young maids, who lowered their gaze because of those terrifying sharp eyes.1

However, their eyes keep looking at him. He was a majestic beauty.

He knew what they thought of him. He wanted to blurt out the harsh words to them.

Yes, maybe he should do it since he’s been silent for a while.

“Your Highness?” (Prim)

When he heard her, his voice suddenly stuck to the back of his throat. Reynsis almost said the harsh words in front of her.

“…Well done.”

Reynsis felt forced when he said that.

“Pardon?” (Prim tilted her head)

With his comforting words, the maids hesitated to raise their heads.

“Ugh, I said I appreciate your hard work.” (Reynsis)

Unlike his face, his voice sounds rough as if he felt forced to do that. Regardless, the maids shut their mouths.

Unlike the frightened servants, Prim was pleased with his change.

It was worth teaching him the importance of being courteous even when conversing with servants.

Even though his manners were a bit lacking, she felt happy with just that.

Reynsis thought her face was like a blooming flower when he saw her smile.

She blooms when she laughs. She soothes your hearts and eventually you will end up smiling too.1

The colour of red resembles her so much.

“……”

His heart felt tight as he was filled with unspeakable words. It was as if he wanted to possess her completely.1

‘Will you smile like that more if I show you my changes?’

But of course, since he already did her a favour, maybe she will keep stroking his hair a bit longer this time.1

When he recalled her warm touch, his face became softer.

A cold breeze surrounded them. It was quite a frequent occurrence since the leaves started changing; autumn was around the corner.

The chilly cold wind made them shiver. She couldn’t help, but stare at his crumpled face with vulnerable eyes.

“Do your eyes still sting?” (Prim)

Prim approached him quickly, which surprised him.

Reynsis was about to shake his head, but paused for a moment. He just nodded at the end.

“Yes, it still hurts.” (Reynsis)1

He knew Prim would make a huge fuss even though there were maids present here.1

“My goodness, hurry up and get in! You should have worn a thicker attire before going out, Your Highness. What if you catch a cold?” (Prim)

“I’m sorry.” (Reynsis)1

“Swear that you will be more careful next time.” (Prim)

“Yes. I really won’t do it again next time.” (Reynsis)

Prim surprised the maids by openly reprimanding the Prince. Likewise, they were even more surprised by the cold-blooded Prince responding so casually while gently looking at Prim. Side-by-side, the both of them went back inside the Belles Palace while chatting with each other.

The maids were left dumbfounded in the cool winter breeze while staring at the couple’s physique from behind.

“They have a four year age gap, right…?”

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“What were you talking about with the maids?”

Reynsis asked, while slowly blinking at Prim as she was busy blowing air at his eyes.1

“Hmm? What about that?” (Prim)

“Earlier, you were talking with them.” (Reynsis)

“We didn’t talk that much though. Besides, can you try blinking again?” (Prim)

Reynsis nearly scoffed, but fortunately Prim didn’t see his reaction as she was too busy inspecting his eyes.

“I’m curious.” (Reynsis)

He murmured silently because he nearly closed his eyes while she blew it nonstop. Regardless, his vision was full of her.

“Now, can you see well?” (Prim)

“Yes.” (Reyn)

“You’re not aching again, right?” (Prim)

“Yes, it doesn’t hurt right now.” (Reyn)

[ Pheww ]

Only then did Prim sigh in relief.

It was great that he could regain his vision in colour, but his eyes were getting worse.1

‘Maybe it is because I am not around?’

Rather, she was relieved because the pain subsided after she regained her confidence.

Is it because she twisted the original plot?4

‘If that is really the case, I can’t leave him alone.’

She looked up to see his face with concern.

Their eye level was high, since he’s a bit taller than Prim.

After all, he was growing more everyday.

He was able to monopolize the growth that she never was able to achieve.

“Then I’m glad you’re not hurting.” (Prim)

After she thought that his eyes were slightly better, she removed her hand that was on Reynsis’s face. When he realized the warm touches nearly disappeared, he quickly spoke again.

“How did I do?”

A question mark popped up above her head.1

“What?” (Prim)

Before she knew it, the Prince’s smooth velvety voice continued.

“Just now.” (Reynsis)

“Just now?” (Prim)

Prim thought about it a little; she remembered about their little encounter with the maids and his manners.

Prim nodded with satisfaction.

“You did well!” (Prim)

“Really?” (Reynsis)

“Yup, it’s a start.” (Prim)

His face was brighter. It wasn’t actually a compliment, but that is enough to give him the warm and fuzzy feelings.

“Do ‘it’ again, then.” (Reynsis)1

“Pardon me?” (Prim)

Prim was confused for a second, but soon understood his meaning. He wants her to stroke his hair like she did yesterday.

“Didn’t you say that your eyes were already fine earlier?” (Prim)

“Hm I thought so too, but I think it will hurt again soon.” (Reyn)1

“Umm —” (Prim)

“You’re not going to do it?” (Reynsis)

Reynsis dropped his face with a pitiful voice.2

Goodness, that dangerous beauty. How can she not become weak in front of that pitiful face.

‘Geez, I shouldn’t be this weak.’

That really hurts her dignity as his private tutor. But still, she raised her hand and stroked his soft blonde hair.

Reynsis closed his eyes, and enjoyed the warmth of her touch.1

“Next time, if you do go outside of the Palace, please wear a coat.” (Prim)

He opened his eyes again when he heard her voice.

“I couldn’t help it since I was in a hurry.” (Reynsis)

“What were you in a hurry for?” (Prim)

“Secret.” (Reynsis)

Our beast really has a lot of secrets. Then, her face was distorted for a moment.

“Why are you wearing a thin dress too?” (Reynsis)

“It’s alright, I’m quite confident with my health.” (Prim)

“Is that why you were still talking with the maids? In this cold weather? What were you speaking with them about?” (Reynsis)

“It’s nothing much. My close friend, who was a maid, stopped working after she found her lover. That’s great though.” (Prim)

“What?” (Reynsis)

Reynsis raised his head with a face full of embarrassment.

“… Who’s her lover?” (Reynsis)

“He’s a servant working under you and plus he’s two years younger than her.” (Prim)

Puzzled, Prim asked with curiosity written on her face.

“Why are you asking though? Don’t tell me it’s because you’re going to punish them because they fell in love while doing their jobs?” (Prim)

“…..” (Reynsis)

He didn’t answer.

‘Is he alright?’

Prim blamed her mouth for speaking carelessly.

“You will have a good relationship. So don’t think bad about that and al—” (Prim)

“Prim.” (Reynsis)

Reynsis cutted her words. She tilted her head as she was confused with his sudden action.

“Are you.. By any chance umm..” (Reynsis)3

“..?” (Prim)

“I mean … You know that- umm..” (Reynsis)

He frowned while trying to find suitable words, but he couldn’t find any.

Then he leaned in very close to her and Prim took a step back.

“Wh, what are you —” (Prim)

“How is my face?” (Reynsis)

“I’m sorry, what?” (Prim)

What about his face all of sudden?

Prim was a bit embarrassed to answer, however she had to since his face was really serious.

“Of course, it’s perfect.” (Prim)

“Then, do you like me?” (Reynsis)