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00:00:00Lord Wendon really does spoil his daughter. A suitor selection just for Miss Wendon.
00:00:04Doesn't Miss Wendon fancy Mr. Holloway? Wonder who she'll pick?
00:00:15Mirabelt, step back! Don't do this!
00:00:18Cassian, I'm ruined! I heard you're marrying Ivy! I just had to see you. Why did those beggars have to
00:00:26defile me?
00:00:27It's not your fault. Even with this betrothal to Ivy, you're the only one I want.
00:00:34Do you mean...
00:00:35I'd never lie to you!
00:01:02Ivy, last night with Mirabelle, I was keeping the peace. You're the one I want. Always have been. It was
00:01:08all for the family. Don't be upset with me. Please.
00:01:12We have a betrothal. I trust you.
00:01:19Don't overthink it. Try this. It'll calm your nerves.
00:01:38Darling, just a few estate contracts that need your signature.
00:01:55Miss! We've been thrown out of the manor! Cassian's orders! He's drained all the holdings! What do we do?
00:02:02What? They're saying Cassian's ennailed the betrothal! And that you're dying!
00:02:09What are you talking about? Drained the holdings? Dying?
00:02:14Who do you think told them?
00:02:19It was me. I told them.
00:02:22What are you talking about? I don't understand.
00:02:26You signed over the deeds to the Wenson Estate lands and manorations. Every last one. Forgot already?
00:02:32Impossible. I never signed any transfer deed.
00:02:36You did. The annulphment deed. The manor transfer deed. Even your will. All signed by your own hand.
00:02:48Darling. Just a few estate contracts that need your signature.
00:02:53Oh, God.
00:02:59You.
00:03:03It was you. You've been plotting against me this whole time.
00:03:08Oh, and that mystery illness of yours? I poisoned the perfume I gave you.
00:03:13Die! Stop!
00:03:17Touch my daughter again and I'll destroy you!
00:03:23Don't be afraid, darling. We're here. No one will hurt you.
00:03:27Even if we lose the holdings, we'll take them back.
00:03:30It's going to be all right.
00:03:34Father.
00:03:37They won't get far.
00:03:41Don't be afraid. We're right here.
00:03:46No! The horses are out of control!
00:03:49Oh!
00:04:10Cassian, surprise. I'm back.
00:04:13And this time, no one pulls my strings.
00:04:17I choose him.
00:04:19Livian Cavendale.
00:04:24Cassian.
00:04:27Darling.
00:04:28Didn't you say you wanted to marry Cassian?
00:04:31I don't want Cassian anymore.
00:04:35House of Cavendale holds the kingdom's highest dukesty. We're not far behind.
00:04:41But I worry he may not treat you well.
00:04:43He won't.
00:04:44Windsor needs a stronger alliance.
00:04:46I'll enter a betrothal with Livian.
00:04:51Then I'll ride to Cavendish Manor at once to discuss terms.
00:04:55Both houses rank among the highest.
00:04:57To avoid trouble, this stays secret until the wedding.
00:05:01Father.
00:05:02Out of my way!
00:05:10Ivy, don't you see? I've always loved Mirabelle.
00:05:13Even if I take you as my wife, my love for her won't fade. Not one bit.
00:05:21Cassian, aren't you being a bit harsh on poor Miss Wenson?
00:05:25Miss Wenson is the Earl's sole heir. Yet Cassian doesn't spare her a glance.
00:05:29How humiliate. An Earl's daughter, objected to her face.
00:05:33I've told you a hundred times, I don't want to marry you, Ivy. Why won't you let go?
00:05:44Where do you see me clinging to you?
00:05:47Then why push for this marriage?
00:05:50How did I never see how pathetic he was?
00:05:55Miss Wenson, I'll step aside. I'll give Cassian up for you.
00:05:59Just please, don't come after our family.
00:06:03Mirabelle! Don't beg her!
00:06:06Miss Wenson, even if Cassian and I truly love each other, I'll give him to you.
00:06:11I'll make him honor your betrothal. Just please, spare us.
00:06:16Save your little outfit.
00:06:18Ivy Wilkins, how dare you hit her!
00:06:21When did I hit one?
00:06:28Now that's a hit.
00:06:32Now that's a hit.
00:06:34You've gone too far!
00:06:36Apologize to Mirabelle now!
00:06:39And you'll compensate her.
00:06:41Two estate lands and a ten-year manor revenue deed.
00:06:44I won't back down. Not ever!
00:06:46Two estate lands.
00:06:48I doubt your two families combined even earn that much.
00:06:52Are you apologizing or not?
00:06:55Why should I?
00:06:57Fine. You'll regret this.
00:07:00Mirabelle, let's go.
00:07:06Thank God I got a second chance.
00:07:09This time my parents are safe.
00:07:11The manor stands.
00:07:13I won't let anyone take it all from me.
00:07:15Not again.
00:07:19The betrothal with House of Cavendish is settled.
00:07:21It's official.
00:07:22House of Cavendish has been most generous.
00:07:24They're holding the engagement ceremony here at our northern estate,
00:07:26spared you the long journey south.
00:07:28Very thoughtful.
00:07:29My lord, my lady, the party from House of Cavendish has arrived.
00:08:18Isn't this the Cavendish sapphire necklace?
00:08:21The one passed down through generations?
00:08:24They actually sent a family heirloom as betrothal gifts.
00:08:27The Cavendish boy is far more sincere than Cassian ever was.
00:08:31This is a rare and worthy match for Ivy.
00:08:34In my past life, I gave Cassian everything.
00:08:37And what did I get?
00:08:38Contempt.
00:08:39No ceremony.
00:08:40No betrothal gifts.
00:08:42Just a hasty meeting.
00:08:43And a betrothal sealed like an afterthought.
00:08:45His so-called love couldn't even match a stranger's sincerity.
00:08:48Miss Windsor, the Duke has sent word.
00:08:50If anything on the gift list displeases you,
00:08:52he'll have it replaced at once.
00:08:54I'm pleased with everything he sent.
00:08:57He's been so thoughtful.
00:08:59Should I send him something in return?
00:09:10Why are you here?
00:09:11You knew I was commissioning jewels for Mirabelle,
00:09:13so you followed me?
00:09:16Miss Windsor is personally avoiding a cravat to her betrothed.
00:09:19You're pathetic.
00:09:21I never once planned to marry you.
00:09:23Nothing you do will make me want you.
00:09:25That's my monogamy, isn't it?
00:09:27I've told you a hundred times.
00:09:29I despise having my initials on personal things.
00:09:32Can't you get that through your head?
00:09:36Give it back.
00:09:38I had this made myself.
00:09:40Cassian, that ball groan is absolutely exquisite.
00:09:43You like it?
00:09:44I'll have the tailor make you one just like it.
00:09:47But I want to wear that one tonight.
00:09:50To the court concert.
00:09:51With you.
00:09:52Done.
00:09:53Have it altered to her measurements at once.
00:09:55We need it ready for tonight.
00:09:56Cassian, that is my betrothal gown.
00:09:59I never planned to honour this betrothal.
00:10:02You'll never have a reason to wear it.
00:10:04Besides, Mirabelle suits a gown like this
00:10:07far better than you ever could.
00:10:09Don't say that, Cassian.
00:10:10If Miss Wilshire objects, then never mind.
00:10:12A gown this fine isn't meant for a commoner like me.
00:10:16Nonsense.
00:10:17The woman I love deserves the finest.
00:10:20Ivy's nobility is nothing but a family title.
00:10:22She's no better than you.
00:10:24What are you standing there for?
00:10:25Alter it.
00:10:25Now!
00:10:28The fabric's nothing special.
00:10:30But if Miss Green fancies it, she can have it.
00:10:34Making excuses, are we?
00:10:37Don't worry.
00:10:38Once we're married, I'll spare one evening a month
00:10:40to escort you to a dinner.
00:10:41Call it a kindness.
00:10:42Married.
00:10:43Cassian, what makes you so certain I'd ever marry you?
00:10:50You've been chasing me since we were kids.
00:10:52Every wishing day you wish to marry me.
00:10:54You're of age now.
00:10:56Don't tell me you'd choose someone else.
00:10:58Mr. Holloway, the alterations on your suit are complete.
00:11:01Ivy, I'll say this once more.
00:11:03I like black cravats.
00:11:04Miss, not white.
00:11:06Try using your brain when you pick a gift.
00:11:08Let's go.
00:11:11Miss Windsor, what shall we do with your engagement gown?
00:11:14The fabric was flawed.
00:11:16It was always meant to be discarded.
00:11:18Design me an entirely new engagement gown.
00:11:20Yes, Miss.
00:11:24As for the cravat, ignore him.
00:11:26He's not the one I'm marrying.
00:11:28He has no say.
00:11:38Miss Windsor, tired of waiting?
00:11:41I meant to return your dress after the concert,
00:11:43but Cassian kept me in his carriage the whole time.
00:11:46Couldn't slip away.
00:11:48You're always so gracious, Miss Windsor.
00:11:50You don't mind, do you?
00:11:51She just sits there and takes it.
00:11:53Must be hopelessly in love with Cassian.
00:11:55What good does love do her?
00:11:56Cassian only has eyes for Miss Green.
00:11:59It's just a rag.
00:12:01Keep it if you like, Miss Green.
00:12:07She's showing those marks off in public.
00:12:09And Ivy still won't fight back.
00:12:11She's a laughing stock.
00:12:15Good heavens, Mirabelle.
00:12:16Your skirt split open at the thigh.
00:12:19Just how rough were you two?
00:12:21Everyone must have seen everything on your way in.
00:12:24Ivy, you did this on purpose.
00:12:27The fabric's nothing special.
00:12:28But if Miss Green fancies it, she can have it.
00:12:32I did warn you, Miss Green.
00:12:39My engagement ceremony is tomorrow.
00:12:42Do come.
00:12:46Congratulations on your betrothal.
00:12:48May God's disunion.
00:12:52Ivy!
00:12:55Apologize to Mirabelle.
00:12:56Now, or I call off this betrothal.
00:12:59Why should I apologize?
00:13:00Mirabelle walked around in a torn gown yesterday.
00:13:04You knew it was ripped and said nothing.
00:13:07Don't you think that's vicious?
00:13:09Vicious?
00:13:10I did warn her about the fabric.
00:13:11Who could have known it'd just tear apart?
00:13:13Still making excuses.
00:13:15The gown was ruined and you did nothing.
00:13:16You're just jealous of her.
00:13:18Me?
00:13:20Jealous of her?
00:13:22Probably tore from all that fun in the carriage.
00:13:24But today, I'm ruining her at her own betrothal.
00:13:27You haven't even married into our family and you dare talk back to the air.
00:13:31Is this how House of Waste raises its daughters?
00:13:33Causing a scene at my betrothal, is that House of Holloway's idea of manners?
00:13:37We never approved of a spoiled girl like you.
00:13:41But since you insist on marrying Cassian, we'll give you a chance.
00:13:46But we have conditions.
00:13:48You must hand over half of the Windsor holdings.
00:13:53Half?
00:13:53That's outrageous.
00:13:55Demanding half our holdings outright?
00:13:58You actually have the nerve.
00:14:00If you weren't so desperate to marry me, it'd be Mirabelle standing here today.
00:14:04Every holding you, surrender goes to Mirabelle.
00:14:07You owe her that!
00:14:09Do as you're told, and I might still honour this betrothal.
00:14:14Sign it!
00:14:25You still don't get it.
00:14:27It was never going to be you!
00:14:31You spent days planning this betrothal banquet.
00:14:33Handled every detail yourself.
00:14:35The whole city noticed.
00:14:36Tell me, who else would you do all this for?
00:14:39Who I marry is none of your concern.
00:14:40Enough!
00:14:41The manor dowry can wait.
00:14:42With all these noble houses present, I'll do you the honour of accepting this marriage.
00:14:46But don't flatter yourself.
00:14:48Even if you have me, you'll never have my heart.
00:14:51Cassian, did you even look at the groom's name before walking in?
00:14:58Mr. Levien.
00:15:03Why would he need to look?
00:15:04Of course it's my son's name.
00:15:06Now go change that gown.
00:15:07Dark green would suit you better.
00:15:08Today belongs to House of Holloway.
00:15:10Only Mirabelle and I have the right to wear red here.
00:15:12Out of respect for your age, I'll let that slide.
00:15:14If you're here to observe, sit down quietly.
00:15:16If not, leave.
00:15:17You dare dismiss me?
00:15:19Bring your parents out to apologise now.
00:15:21Let's see what kind of family raises a daughter with no manners.
00:15:25You haven't earned the right to see my parents.
00:15:27You!
00:15:29Look, everyone.
00:15:30Love letters.
00:15:31I, Ivy, wrote these, chasing my son.
00:15:33Hundreds of them.
00:15:34She begged and wept to marry Cassian, barely engaged and already showing her true colours.
00:15:38She won't even respect her future mother-in-law.
00:15:41You all tell me, is this right?
00:15:43Swinzon, did you pursue Mr. Holloway yourself?
00:15:45Mr. Holloway, is it true House of Windsor offered half their manor holding?
00:15:49That is right.
00:15:49If she hadn't offered such generous terms, I'd never have agreed to marry her.
00:15:53Your entire family is absolutely shameless.
00:15:56You threw yourself at me begging to be my wife.
00:15:58What right do you have to judge my family?
00:16:01You dare hit me!
00:16:03Kneel and apologise to my son, or this betrothal is void.
00:16:07Right here, right now.
00:16:09And if I don't...
00:16:11Stop!
00:16:18Stop.
00:16:21Let's see how bold young Cassian dares, forcing my betrothed to her knees.
00:16:28It's him.
00:16:30The portrait was handsome enough, but in person, even better.
00:16:34Did he hurt you?
00:16:35I'm fine.
00:16:38Well, well, if it isn't Mr. Cavendid, the church's eternal recluse.
00:16:44What?
00:16:45Our engagement ceremony warrants a visit from the great Mr. Cavendish.
00:16:49Ivy is my betrothed.
00:16:52Barging in uninvited, isn't that rather improper?
00:16:55I'm here for my own ceremony.
00:16:57I'm the host, and you're merely the uninvited guests.
00:17:02Everyone in aristocratic cells knows Ivy's loved no one but me since childhood, over a decade.
00:17:10Every single year, she swore she'd marry me.
00:17:14Livian, after the ceremony, I'll explain everything, I promise.
00:17:18Does he mind that I once had feelings for Cassian?
00:17:23None of that matters.
00:17:24It's all in the past.
00:17:27I'm the one standing before you now.
00:17:31Mr. Cavendish, stealing a bride in public?
00:17:34Ivy and I grew up together.
00:17:36Our bond runs deep.
00:17:38You really think you can take her from me?
00:17:40Deep bond.
00:17:41Word is you've been dodging a betrothal with Ivy for years.
00:17:44Timing wasn't right.
00:17:46Everything I did was for Ivy's sake.
00:17:48If you're so devoted, why is Miss Green on your arm?
00:17:51Is that your idea of a gentleman?
00:17:52I'm only here as a guest.
00:17:54Your gown is grander than the bride's.
00:17:56One might think this was your wedding to Cassian.
00:17:59That's not...
00:18:00You can't accuse me like that!
00:18:02Miss Green, your intentions are plain for all to see.
00:18:06No one in this room is fooled.
00:18:08You're brilliant.
00:18:09They can't even talk back.
00:18:11Oh, I've got something even better.
00:18:12What is it?
00:18:13Come on, use it on them.
00:18:14Not here.
00:18:15Back at the mansion?
00:18:16I'll show you.
00:18:18Alone.
00:18:19Ivy, this is our engagement ceremony.
00:18:21You're clinging to another man.
00:18:23Have you no shame?
00:18:24Cassian, open your eyes.
00:18:26This is my wedding to Livian.
00:18:36What's this?
00:18:42Livian, you should have sent word.
00:18:44We'd have arranged a proper welcome for you.
00:18:46My lord, my lady, you've done so much for the ceremony already.
00:18:50I didn't want to trouble you further.
00:18:52Wonderful.
00:18:53Everything's ready on my end.
00:18:55The ceremony begins the moment the hour strikes.
00:18:57My lady, if you accept him today, my betrothal to Ivy is finished.
00:19:01Aren't you afraid she'll resent you for this?
00:19:03Come to think of it, House of Windsorne, it's never sent vitations to either of your families.
00:19:08So why are you here?
00:19:09My lady, what a thing to say.
00:19:12It's Cassian and Ivy's engagement day.
00:19:15The groom's right here.
00:19:16She can't possibly engage another.
00:19:18Exactly.
00:19:19Who needs an invitation to the groom's own engagement?
00:19:22The man beside me, he is today's groom.
00:19:26The rest of you are simply flattering yourselves.
00:19:29My lady, how dare you?
00:19:32Aren't you afraid Ivy will suffer once she marries into our house?
00:19:35My lady, enough jesking.
00:19:37Push me further, and I won't marry Ivy at all.
00:19:41Nobody's begging you to marry me.
00:19:43Door's right there.
00:19:44See yourself out.
00:19:56Ladies and gentlemen, my groom has arrived.
00:20:00I hereby announce the betrothal ceremony of Ivy Wilson and Mr. Livian Cavendish officially begins.
00:20:11Are you insane?
00:20:13You're actually getting gauged to him?
00:20:17Your daughter threw herself at my son.
00:20:20This betrothal was set in stone.
00:20:22Now you swap the groom.
00:20:23When did anyone consult our family?
00:20:25Such sincere devotion, and you call it desperation.
00:20:29Since House of Holloway can't cherish what it had,
00:20:32Ivy is free to take her heart back.
00:20:39Livian!
00:20:40This is between me and Ivy.
00:20:41Mind your own damn business!
00:20:43Cassian, who gave you permission to speak to my fiancé that way?
00:20:46You're yelling at me?
00:20:48Or him?
00:20:49What does he have that I don't?
00:20:51He's a gentleman.
00:20:52He's faithful.
00:20:53That alone makes him a thousand times the man you'll ever be.
00:20:58What real man is that devoted?
00:21:00The way I see it, he simply can't perform.
00:21:02That's his little secret.
00:21:05You hit me again?
00:21:07Slander my fiancé one more time.
00:21:10I'll have your arms torn from your body.
00:21:12My dear, don't be upset.
00:21:13I'll send word to all the southern estates at once.
00:21:15All dealings with House of Holloway are finished.
00:21:17My lady!
00:21:18My lord!
00:21:19You can't do this to us!
00:21:21Miss Windsor is just confused right now.
00:21:24Once she comes to her senses, she'll still marry into our family.
00:21:27Exactly!
00:21:28Miss Windsor clearly isn't thinking straight.
00:21:30You can't go along with this nonsense.
00:21:32Stop begging!
00:21:33Just wait.
00:21:34When she comes crawling back in tears, don't expect them to be kind.
00:21:39See yourself out.
00:21:46That monogram on the Trevan?
00:21:48Those are Livian's initials.
00:21:50How is that possible?
00:21:53Cassian, Miss Windsor won't bother you again.
00:21:55So, can we start preparing our betrothal now?
00:21:58What do you know?
00:22:00Ivy won't marry anyone else.
00:22:02She'll come back to me in the end.
00:22:04Of course.
00:22:05A girl like Ivy will come crawling back to my son, begging.
00:22:08I've seen these little games women play.
00:22:11You're absolutely right, my lady.
00:22:13Ivy will regret this.
00:22:14Don't worry.
00:22:15Even if I marry Ivy, you'll still be the rightful mistress of House of Holloway.
00:22:18I won't let you suffer for it.
00:22:21Cassian, I can't match Ivy's family or her cunning, but you're the only one I love.
00:22:26I'm lucky, Patrick.
00:22:28I'm sorry.
00:22:30Affairs at the Southern Estates held me up.
00:22:32I should have been here sooner.
00:22:33It's fine.
00:22:34I understand.
00:22:35Actually, I should be apologizing.
00:22:36I thought I'd handle things with Cassian.
00:22:38I didn't expect them to show up and make a scene.
00:22:40No need to apologize.
00:22:42The past is the past.
00:22:43If you'd known about my past with Cassian, would you still have agreed to our betrothal?
00:22:47Yes.
00:22:48As long as you chose me in the end, I'll honor our betrothal.
00:22:51Always.
00:22:52If there's someone you fancy, you're free to keep her.
00:22:54Between us, let it be duty and arrangement only.
00:22:57Not love.
00:22:58You want us to be husband and wife?
00:22:59With no love between us?
00:23:01Yes.
00:23:01Why?
00:23:02Because of Cassian, you're shutting me out completely?
00:23:05That's not fair to me.
00:23:06Feelings don't last.
00:23:08Only interests do.
00:23:09You should know that better than anyone.
00:23:10Miss Windsor, my marriage must be built on love.
00:23:14You may have loved someone before, but you must love me.
00:23:16Otherwise, I won't agree to this betrothal.
00:23:19Can't we just live together without bothering each other?
00:23:21Isn't that enough?
00:23:23What are you doing?
00:23:24No.
00:23:25What I want is to love my wife and be loved in return.
00:23:32It's late.
00:23:33You should go rest.
00:23:38Go where, exactly?
00:23:40My manor's miles from here.
00:23:41You'd have me sleep in the streets on our engagement night?
00:23:44Just find an inn, Livian.
00:23:48Ivy, why are you two still out here?
00:23:50Your room's all ready.
00:23:52Long day.
00:23:53Go get some rest.
00:23:56When did you arrange a room?
00:23:58No one told me!
00:23:59Right next to yours.
00:24:01I had it arranged myself.
00:24:03Thank you, my lord.
00:24:05You're too kind.
00:24:16You made this yourself.
00:24:17Is there anything you can't do?
00:24:19If Ivy were half as easy as you, I'd have nothing to worry about.
00:24:27Mother?
00:24:28Finally awake?
00:24:29Livian's been in the keller since dawn.
00:24:31Says it's all for you.
00:24:36Livian, take Ivy to see what you've prepared.
00:24:42What is it?
00:24:44I made some wine in the manor cellar.
00:24:45Thought it might help you unwind.
00:24:49You know how to do this?
00:24:50Learned from our family vineyard.
00:24:52It's not hard.
00:25:04Here.
00:25:04Try this.
00:25:06See if it suits your palate.
00:25:13It's been one morning.
00:25:15How'd he get my parents wrapped around his thung already?
00:25:19If you like it, I'll have one ready for you every day.
00:25:22That's too much trouble for you.
00:25:24No trouble at all.
00:25:25It's our family tradition.
00:25:27A wife's needs come before all else.
00:25:29Our Ivy's truly found a good man.
00:25:33You haven't been sleeping well.
00:25:35A little more before bed,
00:25:36you'll need the energy for what's ahead.
00:25:39Why does everything he says sound so suggestive?
00:25:42Our estate lands will be more intertwined going forward.
00:25:45There's much to manage together.
00:25:46Oh, he meant the estates.
00:25:48I read too much into that.
00:25:52Lady Winsorne, Lord Winsorne, I've given this much thought.
00:25:56My sincerity at the betrothal ceremony fell short.
00:25:59I've brought three deeds for your review.
00:26:01The first, my grandmother's inheritance arrangement.
00:26:04Upon her passing, half her manor and estate lands go to Ivy.
00:26:09The second, a partial transfer of our family's estate lands.
00:26:12I hold the primary management rights.
00:26:14A portion of those, I'll transfer to Ivy.
00:26:19And the third, a vow I'll read aloud before the church.
00:26:23The church and the peerage stand as witnesses.
00:26:26If I ever betray Ivy after marriage,
00:26:28I forfeit all manor rights in estate lands.
00:26:31The church and the family reclaim everything.
00:26:33Livian?
00:26:34Have you lost your mind?
00:26:40You're giving me most of your holdings.
00:26:42What will you have left?
00:26:46Husband and wife are one.
00:26:47What's mine is yours.
00:26:48There's no difference.
00:26:49I don't need any of this.
00:26:51Your heart is enough.
00:26:53Indeed.
00:26:53Ivy will inherit the Windsor estate lands.
00:26:56Our betrothal was never about your family's wealth.
00:26:58Yes.
00:26:59As long as you and Ivy are happy together,
00:27:01that matters more than any fortune.
00:27:03Lady Windsor.
00:27:04Lord Windsor.
00:27:05Words prove nothing.
00:27:06These deeds represent House of Cavadel's sincerity.
00:27:09And my own.
00:27:13Impossible.
00:27:14I never signed any transfer deed.
00:27:16Last life, Cassian tricked me into those deeds.
00:27:19Took everything.
00:27:20Got me killed.
00:27:22But this man,
00:27:23he's giving me all he has.
00:27:25Willingly.
00:27:26My dear, sign it.
00:27:34How did I just sign that?
00:27:37All those estate lands and holdings?
00:27:40He just handed them to me?
00:27:43Miss Windsor,
00:27:44these are from the latest batch.
00:27:47Lynn,
00:27:48say a man you've never met
00:27:49shows up in your life
00:27:51and is good to you.
00:27:53Is that even real?
00:27:54Too good to be true.
00:27:55I wouldn't dare dream it.
00:27:58I feel like I'm dreaming too.
00:28:00Ivy!
00:28:03Lynn,
00:28:04leave us.
00:28:05Miss Windsor,
00:28:06the guards and I will be at the entrance.
00:28:08Call for us anytime.
00:28:09I'm fine,
00:28:10go.
00:28:13What are you doing here?
00:28:14I heard Livian moved into your manor last night!
00:28:18He's my betrothed.
00:28:20He belongs at my manor.
00:28:22And what are you exactly?
00:28:24I get it now.
00:28:25You're doing this to make me jealous, right?
00:28:28Jealous?
00:28:29All this effort just to provoke me?
00:28:31Fine.
00:28:32I'll marry you.
00:28:33Happy now?
00:28:34Cassian,
00:28:35I'll say this one last time.
00:28:38I don't love you.
00:28:39Livian is my betrothed.
00:28:41And he will be my husband.
00:28:43Don't lie to me.
00:28:44I've looked into it.
00:28:46Livian came north for an estate deal,
00:28:48not to get betrothed to you.
00:28:53How do you run a house with that brain of yours?
00:28:56Ivy!
00:28:57Stop pretending.
00:28:59You're still in love with me.
00:29:00This cold act.
00:29:02Aren't you tired of it?
00:29:05In my last life,
00:29:06you bled my estate lands and holdings dry.
00:29:09Moved Mirabelle into my home.
00:29:11Got my whole family killed.
00:29:12What makes you think I'd ever love you again?
00:29:15How pathetic.
00:29:16You fell for Mirabelle ages ago, didn't you?
00:29:18That's completely different.
00:29:20Mirabelle's just my mistress.
00:29:21I'd never marry her.
00:29:22If it bothers you,
00:29:22I'll keep her out of your sight after the wedding.
00:29:24Then go back to Mirabelle.
00:29:26Stay far away from me.
00:29:29So handsome.
00:29:31Such noble bearing.
00:29:32Is Ivy inside?
00:29:38Did you two sleep together last night?
00:29:41An unwed Earl's daughter.
00:29:43Don't you think that's a disgrace to your house?
00:29:46He's more of a gentleman than you'll ever be.
00:29:48Get out!
00:29:49Ivy, three slaps in two days!
00:29:51You think you're untouchable because of House of Windsor?
00:29:54And Livian,
00:29:54if you weren't an Earl's daughter,
00:29:56he wouldn't even take you as a mistress.
00:30:00Insult Ivy again and I'll break you.
00:30:02Get lost.
00:30:03Now.
00:30:06You'll pay for this.
00:30:10Are you hurt?
00:30:11He did not harm you, did he?
00:30:12I am fine.
00:30:14He would not dare lay a hand on me.
00:30:16Say the word.
00:30:17And I will deal with House Holloway myself.
00:30:19No need.
00:30:20My quarrel with House Holloway is mine to settle.
00:30:24As you wish.
00:30:26What brings you here so suddenly?
00:30:28I came to bring you flowers.
00:30:31I hear your days have been quite occupied.
00:30:34Fresh blooms might lift your spirits.
00:30:38I had no idea you could arrange flowers.
00:30:40Only a little.
00:30:42This man.
00:30:43He excels at everything he touches.
00:30:45Even what I have not yet mastered,
00:30:47I would learn.
00:30:49After all,
00:30:50I came here for you.
00:30:55Cassian said you came to the Northern Fend on important business.
00:30:59Not for the Betrosedal.
00:31:00A union for life.
00:31:02Is that not important enough?
00:31:03I am done for.
00:31:05How does he fluster me so easily?
00:31:08Livian,
00:31:09you truly need not be so kind to me.
00:31:11Our families grow closer by the day.
00:31:13Domain alliances alone can sustain the bond between us.
00:31:15You do not have to go to such lengths to court my favor.
00:31:18You believe my affection
00:31:20is merely to court your favor?
00:31:22I cannot think of another reason.
00:31:24Surely you would not fall in love with a girl you have known for mere days.
00:31:26What if I told you
00:31:28I fell in love with you long ago?
00:31:29Long ago?
00:31:30When?
00:31:31We have never even met before, have we?
00:31:34We have.
00:31:35You simply do not remember.
00:31:37How can I have no memory of it?
00:31:38When was it?
00:31:39When the time is right, I will tell you.
00:31:41I promise.
00:31:47Something has happened.
00:31:48Something dreadful.
00:31:51What is it now?
00:31:54My son.
00:31:55What happened to your face?
00:31:57Who struck you?
00:31:58Never mind that.
00:31:59Tell me what happened.
00:32:01At the gathering today,
00:32:02I heard House Wilser intends to revoke our management chartle.
00:32:08Impossible.
00:32:09I saw Ivy just today.
00:32:10And what did she say?
00:32:12What else could she say?
00:32:13The moment she saw me, she wept and begged my forgiveness.
00:32:15Said yesterday was nothing but a fit of temper.
00:32:18Implored me to overlook it.
00:32:19And to enter into a betrothal at once.
00:32:21So Ivy still wants to marry you after all.
00:32:24She was merely trying to provoke you.
00:32:26Good thing you did not take the bait.
00:32:29Naturally.
00:32:30She is besocted with me.
00:32:32Who else could she possibly marry?
00:32:34Then the rumor about House Winsor revoking our management chartles?
00:32:38It must be false.
00:32:39Of course it is.
00:32:40Her heart is mine.
00:32:42Our house will only grow stronger.
00:32:44It is merely a matter of time before we support House Winsor.
00:32:47That is my son.
00:32:48Well, I must return to the gathering.
00:32:50Several ladies are still waiting for me.
00:32:52Go on then.
00:33:00Go at once.
00:33:01Find out whether House Winsor has truly moved to reclaim our management charters.
00:33:05Yes, my lord.
00:33:07With me here, Ivy would never dare move against our house.
00:33:11Ivy, you had best not do anything you will regret.
00:33:26I did not realize you had just bathed.
00:33:29I must go.
00:33:31I saw nothing.
00:33:33I...
00:33:40As I recall, you do not stutter.
00:33:43Get up.
00:33:44Please.
00:33:48What is wrong?
00:33:50It is late.
00:33:51You should rest.
00:33:53Why do you have so many scars?
00:33:55It is nothing.
00:33:56I grew accustomed long ago.
00:33:58These wounds...
00:34:00They look recent.
00:34:01Will you not tell me how you got them?
00:34:03A mere accident.
00:34:04Nothing more.
00:34:06Can you not be honest with me?
00:34:08Before I came to the northern field,
00:34:11I ventured into the Black Forest,
00:34:13seeking the Witch of Legend,
00:34:14to make a wish.
00:34:16The wish was granted.
00:34:17In return, I offered the witch my heart's blood to seal the pact.
00:34:21These scars are the price I paid.
00:34:25The Black Forest?
00:34:28The one where the reclusive witch dwells?
00:34:30Yes.
00:34:31They say the Black Forest is treacherous savage beasts and trials set by the witch.
00:34:36You went there alone to make a wish.
00:34:38You offered your own heart's blood.
00:34:40You were risking your life.
00:34:42It matters not.
00:34:43These wounds are nothing compared to seeing my wish fulfilled.
00:34:47So you were late to the betrothal banquet,
00:34:48because your wounds were too severe.
00:34:51Am I right?
00:34:52Yes.
00:34:53Forgive me.
00:34:53You could have simply told me.
00:34:55I am not unreasonable.
00:34:56There was no need to keep it from me.
00:34:58Very well.
00:34:59From now on, I shall tell you everything.
00:35:01Then, may I ask what wish you made?
00:35:04An obsession I have carried for a long time.
00:35:07But thankfully, it has already come true.
00:35:11I am glad.
00:35:12We shall enter into our betrothal soon.
00:35:15We shall be family.
00:35:16Whatever troubles you, you may always tell me.
00:35:19Then, there is something I would ask of you.
00:35:22Right now.
00:35:23Name it.
00:35:24If it is within my power, I shall help you.
00:35:28I would ask Miss Ivy to make me a true man.
00:35:34No, no, you cannot.
00:35:36I am not ready.
00:35:38After the wedding, please.
00:35:40Forgive me.
00:35:41I overstepped.
00:35:42It is not your fault.
00:35:43I have not yet resolved to give my heart fully.
00:35:45But I must know.
00:35:47Why do you care for me so deeply?
00:35:48If I give you the answer now,
00:35:50what do I receive in return?
00:35:53I was drowning round in circles.
00:35:57Lost my mind.
00:35:57Now will you tell me?
00:35:58Lost my purpose.
00:36:00I was mindful.
00:36:01Didn't search for words.
00:36:03That reward is not quite enough.
00:36:05I was drowning in the silence.
00:36:08All I needed was some kindness.
00:36:11I needed someone to forgive my darkest nights.
00:36:15Now you must tell me.
00:36:16Why do you care for me so deeply?
00:36:18Once we have entered into our betrothal,
00:36:19I shall tell you.
00:36:21I promise.
00:36:23You tricked me.
00:36:25I am retiring to my room.
00:36:35Miss Windsor,
00:36:36House Hollowam's domain rights have been fully reclaimed.
00:36:39Allied families have agreed to terms.
00:36:41On your word,
00:36:42every partnership deed shall be dissolved.
00:36:43House Windsor will absorb every loss
00:36:45their allied families have suffered.
00:36:47The evidence of House Hollowam's legal violations,
00:36:49is it ready?
00:36:50Fully compiled, Miss Windsor.
00:36:51For your review.
00:36:54Once House Holloway loses every last ally,
00:36:56submit this evidence to the Kingdom Tribunal at once.
00:36:59I want them destroyed.
00:37:00Beyond all redemption.
00:37:01Underdistood, Miss Windsor.
00:37:03Before tomorrow,
00:37:03notify every family bound by deed to House Holloway.
00:37:06All partnerships are dissolved.
00:37:07At once, Miss Windsor.
00:37:08At once, Miss Windsor.
00:37:11What are you doing here?
00:37:13I wish to see you.
00:37:14I did not wish to intrude upon family matters,
00:37:16so I waited here.
00:37:17Must you be so...
00:37:18direct?
00:37:20Too subtle,
00:37:20and you would feign ignorance again.
00:37:23How natural this feels.
00:37:24Like an old married puppy.
00:37:26I have arranged a private dining hall.
00:37:28Allow me to take you to dinner.
00:37:29Very well.
00:37:30I hear you intend to move against House Holloway.
00:37:32Do you need my help?
00:37:33A minor house like House Holloway?
00:37:34I'm hardly worth two families joining forces.
00:37:37True.
00:37:38You have always been decisive.
00:37:39Never one to show mercy.
00:37:41You seem to know me quite well.
00:37:43Yes, when you were a child.
00:37:44When I was a child?
00:37:46You knew me back then?
00:37:48The carriage is here.
00:37:50Shall we?
00:37:51Do not change the subject.
00:37:52Finish what you were saying.
00:38:07My chest aches.
00:38:09Right here.
00:38:10You must stop teasing me.
00:38:12I truly cannot bear it.
00:38:15If you no longer wish to hold back,
00:38:18nothing would please me more.
00:38:20But I cannot.
00:38:24Livian, I have period cramps.
00:38:27Forgive me.
00:38:28I did not know.
00:38:30It is all right.
00:38:32I added restorative herbs.
00:38:34It will ease the discomfort.
00:38:36Drink slowly, my dear.
00:38:45You take such good care of others.
00:38:48Young ladies must fancy you.
00:38:52You take such good care of people.
00:38:54I imagine many noble ladies must be quite fond of you.
00:38:58I suppose so.
00:39:00Quite a few noble ladies once confessed their affection.
00:39:03But I told them all my destined fate carries a curse,
00:39:05bringing doom upon parents, wife, and children.
00:39:07In time, no one dared come close.
00:39:10Stop that.
00:39:10Who speaks such ill of themselves?
00:39:11Even if you wish to ward off admirers,
00:39:13you cannot curse yourself so.
00:39:14I'm not cursing myself, fate.
00:39:16This is truly my destined fate.
00:39:17Both my parents perished the day I was born.
00:39:21A witch foretold, after marriage, doom upon my wife.
00:39:24After children, doom upon them as well.
00:39:28Even should no lives be lost, a life of misfortune and an early grave.
00:39:32How can that be?
00:39:32I have been with you all this while and never once felt ill-fated.
00:39:35If anything, everything has gone remarkably well.
00:39:38Because you are different.
00:39:39You are my destined one.
00:39:42By your side, my curse transforms.
00:39:45I become blessed to bring fortune to my wife.
00:39:48With me beside you, you shall know nothing but peace and grace.
00:39:52Truly?
00:39:54That is extraordinary.
00:39:57So in this life, I belong only to you.
00:40:01Please, do not push me away again.
00:40:05Will you?
00:40:08Perhaps, let us wait.
00:40:10We shall speak of this after my monthly courses have passed.
00:40:13Rest easy.
00:40:14I am no brute who would take advantage of such a moment.
00:40:22Here.
00:40:24Have another sip.
00:40:30How does it taste?
00:40:33Lovely.
00:40:37Sweet.
00:40:38Rest well, my dear.
00:40:39Good night.
00:40:41Vivian, why do you love me so if you keep this up?
00:40:43I shall truly lose my heart to you.
00:40:48Prepare a dossier.
00:40:49Every crime tied to House Holloway's estate holdings.
00:40:52Spare no detail.
00:40:53Trace all their connections.
00:40:55Cut off every escape route.
00:40:56No one is to offer them aid.
00:40:57This plan must be flawless.
00:40:59Your Grace, shall we inform Miss Windsor that you are also aiding her in secret?
00:41:02No.
00:41:03She must not suspect a thing.
00:41:06And keep close watch on the Holloway's.
00:41:08Bless your grace.
00:41:10In this life, every path you wish to walk, I shall level for you one by one.
00:41:17Ivy!
00:41:17Step aside.
00:41:19Even a dog knows not to block my path.
00:41:21Have you lost your mind?
00:41:22You forced every house to sever ties with us, and now you mean to seize our entire domain?
00:41:27Indeed.
00:41:27That was me.
00:41:29Is there a problem?
00:41:30What is the point of cornering me like this?
00:41:32Cornering you?
00:41:33How so?
00:41:34This is all to force me into marrying you, is it not?
00:41:37Stooping to such vile tactics to make me yield.
00:41:39You truly are desperate.
00:41:42What's staggering vanity?
00:41:44Your house has every means to crush me.
00:41:46Fine.
00:41:46You win, I lose.
00:41:47I shall marry you at once.
00:41:49Are you satisfied?
00:41:49I have no need of you.
00:41:50Then what on earth do you want?
00:41:52I want you cast out like a stray dog, wandering the streets, trampled by anyone who passes.
00:41:57Ivy, you are hiding behind your power to crush me, to force my submission.
00:42:00Face me without your family name.
00:42:02I dare you.
00:42:02What a pity.
00:42:03I happen to possess more felds and fortune than you could ever dream of, and I shall use
00:42:07every ounce of power and wealth to crush you.
00:42:10But this is not about marriage.
00:42:11I shall drag you before the Kingdom Tribunal, where you shall beg for death, and it shall not
00:42:15come.
00:42:15Ivy, must it come to this?
00:42:17Destroying me because your love turned to hate?
00:42:21Coming after you?
00:42:22Certainly.
00:42:23Love turned to hate?
00:42:25Never.
00:42:27Ivy, you go after our house Windsor so ruthlessly, all to secure your place as Lady Windsor.
00:42:32Fine, I shall grant you that.
00:42:35Truly, I do admire you.
00:42:36You never fail to think so highly of yourself.
00:42:38Ivy, I am tired.
00:42:39I do not wish to prolong this cold silence.
00:42:42I will marry you without complaint, hand you the entire Windsor domain.
00:42:45But every friend, every coin, goes to me.
00:42:48That is only fair.
00:42:49Your pitiful little estate.
00:42:50Can you dare demand all of my family's felds in return?
00:42:53If you wish to marry me, show sincerity.
00:42:55You pushed me this far.
00:42:56Do I not deserve compensation?
00:42:58And if I refuse?
00:43:00Then you shall never have me.
00:43:02I could not care less.
00:43:04I will marry Mirabine.
00:43:05Every ounce of love meant for you, I will give it all to her.
00:43:08Worthless things.
00:43:09Give them to whomever you wish.
00:43:10Ivy, you have changed.
00:43:12Have you forgotten?
00:43:13As a child, you followed me everywhere, did anything to please me.
00:43:16I was young and foolish.
00:43:17That does not mean I shall remain blind.
00:43:21I am simply reclaiming what we once cherishably bestowed upon you.
00:43:25Without House Windsor, you are nothing.
00:43:29Impossible.
00:43:30I do not believe you.
00:43:31You are lying to me.
00:43:32You must be lying.
00:43:33Tell me you are.
00:43:35You are an insect.
00:43:37Not even worth the effort of a lie.
00:43:39Oh, and return our families feared.
00:43:42Delay any further, and you shall pay dearly for it.
00:43:45Ivy, you would truly force me to pay?
00:43:47On what ground?
00:43:47Because the third is ours by right.
00:43:51Refuse, and I shall take you before the Kingdom Tribunal.
00:43:54How does a prison cell sound?
00:43:56Ivy, have you gone mad?
00:43:57You would throw your own husband into prison?
00:44:00Husband?
00:44:01You do not deserve that word.
00:44:03Her husband stands right here.
00:44:05What are you?
00:44:06Enough!
00:44:07How much longer will you parade this farce before me?
00:44:09We entered into a betrothal long ago, and still you refuse to believe it?
00:44:13I do not believe it.
00:44:15This cannot be!
00:44:16You see?
00:44:18You cannot wake a man who pretends to sleep.
00:44:20No matter.
00:44:22Once we hold our wedding, we shall invite him to raise a glass.
00:44:25Then, he will believe.
00:44:29I am afraid not.
00:44:31By the time we hold our wedding, he shall already be behind bars.
00:44:37The whole Kingdom will know of our wedding.
00:44:40He will hear the news, even from his cell.
00:44:42Good.
00:44:43Perhaps then he will finally give up.
00:44:45Ivy!
00:44:46Have you two quite finished this little act of yours?
00:44:48Restore all trade with House Windsor's domains at once, and provide ten billion gold coins in aid.
00:44:52Do you hear me?
00:44:53Are you begging me?
00:44:55That will not do.
00:44:56Not a shred of humility.
00:44:58Even a dog knows to wag its tail when it begs.
00:45:01Are you insulting me?
00:45:03Have you no noble decorier?
00:45:05My apologies.
00:45:06I simply never regarded you as human.
00:45:09You.
00:45:11Ivy!
00:45:12You shameless woman!
00:45:13Clinging to another man in broad daylight!
00:45:15It is too late for regrets!
00:45:16I would sooner die than marry a tainted woman like you!
00:45:18I am nothing like you.
00:45:20My betrothed and I were pledged according to kingdom rights.
00:45:22Lawful, proper, and beyond reproach.
00:45:23Still trying to provoke me?
00:45:24I will never fall for your tricks again!
00:45:26What on earth are you going on about?
00:45:28You ruined your own reputation just to make me jealous.
00:45:30That only proves how desperate you are.
00:45:32Come beg me to take you back.
00:45:33Then perhaps I shall grant you one last chance.
00:45:36We shall see!
00:45:37Has he lost his mind?
00:45:38I am afraid he is beyond all cure.
00:45:43Son, how did it go?
00:45:44Will House Windsor spare us?
00:45:46Spare us?
00:45:47This is merely Ivy's petty little ploy to make me grovel.
00:45:50That cannot be!
00:45:51She has nearly destroyed House Holloway!
00:45:53All of this just to force my hand in marriage.
00:45:55She has exhausted every vile trick.
00:45:57The girl is simply desperate.
00:45:58Mother, rest easy.
00:45:59She will lose her patience soon enough.
00:46:01We hold our ground and House Holloway will turn the tide.
00:46:04Truly?
00:46:05Of course.
00:46:05Before long, Ivy will come weeping,
00:46:07surrendering every manor and every coin House Windsor owns.
00:46:10She will kneel and beg me to wed her.
00:46:12Mark my words.
00:46:16Cassian, you must help my family!
00:46:18House Windsor has seized every trade partnership we had.
00:46:20We cannot hold on much longer!
00:46:21Just as I expected.
00:46:22Ivy showed her desperation first.
00:46:24What are you talking about, Cassian?
00:46:25Never mind that!
00:46:26Can you lend my family some money?
00:46:28Without a single source of income, we will not survive another day!
00:46:30Mirabalene, don't fret.
00:46:32Even if House Green's estate holdings collapse entirely, it hardly matters.
00:46:35Once I wed Ivy, I could restore ten with a wave of my hand.
00:46:37Have you never once considered that Ivy truly does not love you any more?
00:46:40It's impossible!
00:46:41You don't understand.
00:46:42What she treasures most is our bond.
00:46:43We were childhood sweethearts, raised side by side.
00:46:45How can a man be this stupid?
00:46:48Cassian, my father's health is failing.
00:46:50This turmoil, his body cannot endure it.
00:46:52If House Green's estate holdings are truly destroyed, it will be the death of him.
00:46:55I beg you, lend us something.
00:46:57Anything.
00:46:57House Holloway cannot produce a single coin.
00:47:00The entire family is in ruin.
00:47:02Ivy left me no way out.
00:47:03She wants me on my knees, begging.
00:47:04I will never give her that.
00:47:06Whoever yields first loses.
00:47:07You do not understand.
00:47:09Cassian!
00:47:10Wake up!
00:47:11Stop lying to yourself!
00:47:13You wretch!
00:47:14You dare strike me?
00:47:16Me?
00:47:18See for yourself.
00:47:20I just received this.
00:47:22Ivy has formally announced her wedding to Livian.
00:47:25Three months from now, you lost her long ago!
00:47:32How is this possible?
00:47:35They are truly to be wed?
00:47:37Cassian, what is the meaning of this?
00:47:41This must be her last desperate ploy.
00:47:43She means to provoke me nothing more.
00:47:46Mark my words, she would never truly marry Livian.
00:47:49Wait!
00:47:50We have no time to wait!
00:47:52My family's trade will not survive another day.
00:47:54How much longer can House Holloway hold?
00:47:56Go on.
00:47:57Keep waiting.
00:47:58Wait for the wedding, the heir.
00:48:00Wait until she and Livian lie in the same grave, and there will still be no place for you!
00:48:04Shut your mouth!
00:48:06I kept you all these years, and you grow more insolent by the day!
00:48:09Kept me?
00:48:10You used my affections for years, Cassian.
00:48:13Never once gave me a decent gift.
00:48:14Everything you gave me came from from Ivy.
00:48:17She has been the one keeping me all along.
00:48:18You keep insisting Ivy is nothing without you.
00:48:20But tell me, without Ivy, what are you?
00:48:22No wonder Ivy does not want you.
00:48:24Neither do I.
00:48:25Not anymore.
00:48:26You are nothing but a failure.
00:48:27I am done pretending.
00:48:30Say that again!
00:48:31I do not reprieve myself.
00:48:33Give me the money today, Cassian, or I tell Ivy every foul thing you have done.
00:48:37Let us see how she deals with you then!
00:48:39You would not dare!
00:48:41Tell Ivy, and I will kill you!
00:48:43Let go!
00:48:44Let go of me!
00:48:48My son!
00:48:49Are you all right?
00:48:50Wake up!
00:48:51Please wake up!
00:49:01Mirabelle, you have committed a deliberate assault.
00:49:04You are coming with us.
00:49:05I did not!
00:49:06I am not going!
00:49:07Let go of me!
00:49:08Oh boy, you are so young!
00:49:10How did you end up like this?
00:49:12As Holloway is finished.
00:49:14Utterly finished.
00:49:15What will become of me without you?
00:49:19What has become of Cassian and the others?
00:49:21Miss Windsor, Mirabelle has been captured and imprisoned.
00:49:24As for Cassian, he shall likely spend the rest of his days in a coma.
00:49:27They brought it upon themselves.
00:49:28No one shall come between Livian and me.
00:49:35What is it?
00:49:36Do you truly wish to marry me?
00:49:38I am standing right here.
00:49:40Is that not answer enough?
00:49:42Will you love me?
00:49:44After we are wed?
00:49:45That...
00:49:45I cannot promise.
00:49:47You do not even love me now.
00:49:48What purpose does this marriage serve?
00:49:50Then let us grow into it together.
00:49:52After we wed.
00:49:53Then let us court first.
00:49:54We marry only when the love is true.
00:49:56Wait!
00:49:57I cannot promise love.
00:49:58Not yet.
00:49:58But I swear to you.
00:50:00I will never love another.
00:50:01My heart belongs to you alone.
00:50:02Is that not enough?
00:50:03You would sacrifice your own marriage?
00:50:05Merely to find an answer?
00:50:06I am not sacrificing my marriage.
00:50:08There is something I have forgotten.
00:50:10Something terribly important.
00:50:11No matter how I try, I cannot recall it.
00:50:13But I believe once I find that answer, everything tangled between us will finally fall into
00:50:18clear.
00:50:18If I told you the whole truth now, and you still remembered nothing...
00:50:21What then?
00:50:21There is no what if stands before us.
00:50:23Livian, will you complete this betrothal with me or not?
00:50:27I...
00:50:29I...
00:50:30I...
00:50:31I am not quite willing.
00:50:33Either you are willing, or you are not.
00:50:36What does not quite mean?
00:50:38I want nothing more than to complete this betrothal.
00:50:41But...
00:50:42I fear you do not love me.
00:50:45Then what are we to do?
00:50:47We are going in circles.
00:50:49Give me but a little encouragement, and I shall find the courage.
00:50:55Very well.
00:51:00Is this encouragement to your liking?
00:51:13We are just getting married like this?
00:51:16Why do I feel like I have been tricked into this marriage?
00:51:19Now will you tell me the answer?
00:51:21Yes.
00:51:22Come, there is somewhere I wish to take you.
00:51:26This place...
00:51:27Have I been here before?
00:51:31Yes.
00:51:32You came here many times as a child.
00:51:39Young Master Livian?
00:51:41Is it truly you?
00:51:42It has been a long time.
00:51:48After all these years, you have brought her back.
00:51:56You know me?
00:51:58Of course, Miss Windsor.
00:52:00You used to play here often, as a child.
00:52:03But...
00:52:04Why do I not remember any of it?
00:52:08Back then, you followed young Master Livian everywhere.
00:52:13Wherever he went, you were right behind him.
00:52:16When I was little?
00:52:19But...
00:52:19I could have sworn it was Cassie and I always followed.
00:52:24Are you perhaps mistaken?
00:52:25I am absolutely certain.
00:52:28The piano is still there to this day.
00:52:32Truly?
00:52:33Could you take me there?
00:52:34Of course, of course.
00:52:35Come, I shall take you both.
00:52:38Strange.
00:52:39Where has my cane gone?
00:52:41Wait.
00:52:42Let me think.
00:52:43Where did I put my cane?
00:52:44Who are you two?
00:52:45This is the Duker residence.
00:52:47Not just anyone may enter.
00:52:48Leave at once.
00:52:51The butler.
00:52:52His memory seems troubled.
00:52:54Is it truly all right to let him wander off alone?
00:52:56It is all right.
00:52:57The old butler has had this condition for years.
00:52:59Someone always watches over him.
00:53:00I shall have the guards escort him back to rest.
00:53:02Then what he said about our childhood...
00:53:04Was that his memory falling too?
00:53:06He spoke the truth.
00:53:07But I...
00:53:07I do not remember any of it.
00:53:09Come with me.
00:53:10Do you remember?
00:53:12This is where we spent all our time as children.
00:53:1820 years.
00:53:19Just like that.
00:53:21I always played the wrong notes back then.
00:53:24Only Cassian had the patience to teach me.
00:53:25Indeed.
00:53:26A full 20 years.
00:53:28You were such a chubby little thing.
00:53:29Quite adorable.
00:53:31We used to play together all the time.
00:53:36Everyone says I'm fat.
00:53:40Nobody wants to play with me.
00:53:44Don't cry.
00:53:45Do you want to play with me?
00:53:48You don't think I'm too fat?
00:53:50Your round cheeks are really cute.
00:53:56Everyone says I'm cursed.
00:53:58That bad things happen if you're near me.
00:54:01Will you still be my friend?
00:54:03I don't believe any of that cursed nonsense.
00:54:08From now on you're my best friend.
00:54:21That sounds so beautiful.
00:54:33Why is it so hard?
00:54:35I keep getting it wrong.
00:54:36Not like that.
00:54:37Hold it gently.
00:54:39Don't be afraid of mistakes.
00:54:40I'll teach you.
00:54:43Wow!
00:54:43You're so amazing!
00:54:45I can't believe you taught me that!
00:54:52It's getting late.
00:54:54I should go find father and mother.
00:54:55They'll worry about me.
00:54:57You're leaving?
00:54:58Yes.
00:54:59Why don't you go find your father and mother?
00:55:01I don't have a father or mother.
00:55:03They died.
00:55:04A long time ago.
00:55:06I'm sorry.
00:55:07I...
00:55:07I didn't know.
00:55:08Livian, you bear a cursed, destined fate.
00:55:10You are bound to lose all who are dear to you.
00:55:12Anyone who draws near will come to harm.
00:55:15Maybe...
00:55:16I'm meant to be alone.
00:55:18You're not alone.
00:55:19We'll be best friends forever.
00:55:22Livian, watch out!
00:55:34It has been so long.
00:55:37Why won't she wake up?
00:55:39Livian, you must leave her.
00:55:41Completely.
00:55:42Only then may her misfortune end.
00:55:43Is there a way to make her forget me?
00:55:46There is.
00:55:47Please, let her forget me.
00:55:48I will leave the family.
00:55:50I will do whatever you ask.
00:55:51I will never go near her again.
00:55:52The family possesses a memory-erasing elixir,
00:55:54obtained from the reclusive witch.
00:55:56It can erase every memory she has of you.
00:55:58But once she drinks it,
00:55:59everything you shared will be gone.
00:56:00All of it.
00:56:01As long as she wakes up safe.
00:56:02I accept.
00:56:12What's that?
00:56:14The Windsor carriage?
00:56:21This is my fault!
00:56:22All of it!
00:56:23My fault!
00:56:25My fault!
00:56:26My fault!
00:56:29My fault!
00:56:30My fault!
00:56:34I must find the witch.
00:56:36I must beg her to bring Ivy back.
00:56:49My lady,
00:56:50the curse I carry destroyed Ivy.
00:56:52I beg you,
00:56:53save her.
00:56:54I will give anything.
00:56:55I can grant your wish,
00:56:56but at the full moon
00:56:57you must offer your heart's blood,
00:56:58the price,
00:56:59years of your lives.
00:57:00Yes, I will.
00:57:12I have returned.
00:57:15Uncle,
00:57:16she is alive.
00:57:18Young master,
00:57:19the curse has been lifted.
00:57:21Truly,
00:57:22yes.
00:57:23The curse that plagued you
00:57:24all these years is gone.
00:57:26Go to her.
00:57:29I will.
00:57:30The witch kept her word.
00:57:32I must find her
00:57:33and honor my end of the pack.
00:57:37The witch kept her word.
00:57:38I must find her
00:57:40and honor my end of the pack.
00:57:44Those days we spent together as children,
00:57:46they were truly beautiful.
00:57:47That is impossible.
00:57:49I remember it clearly.
00:57:51The one always by my side
00:57:52was Cassian.
00:57:53You suffered a severe head wound
00:57:55as a child.
00:57:56Your memories became confused.
00:57:57The one who stayed by your side
00:58:00was never Cassian.
00:58:01What happened to me back then?
00:58:03You were hurt saving me.
00:58:05No one would play with me as a child,
00:58:08but you were always there.
00:58:10You even told me to think of your parents
00:58:12as my own.
00:58:13No wonder you took to calling them
00:58:15father and mother so quickly.
00:58:16Then my true companion
00:58:18was you all along?
00:58:19Not Cassian?
00:58:20Yes.
00:58:21We were the real childhood sweethearts.
00:58:23We were always meant for each other.
00:58:25No wonder.
00:58:26The Cassian in my childhood memories
00:58:28was nothing like the man he became.
00:58:29They were never the same person.
00:58:31For years I clung to those fading memories.
00:58:34In the end,
00:58:35I loved the wrong man.
00:58:37Yes.
00:58:38Then the one I truly loved
00:58:40was you.
00:58:42From the very beginning,
00:58:44it was always you.
00:58:46Adi,
00:58:47we're best friends forever, right?
00:58:50Yes.
00:58:51Best friends forever.
00:58:54Don't cry.
00:58:55From now on,
00:58:57my parents are your parents too.
00:58:59I remember now.
00:59:01I remember everything.
00:59:03You fool.
00:59:04You let me waste my heart
00:59:06on the wrong man
00:59:07all those years.
00:59:10Why did you not tell me sooner?
00:59:13It was all my fault.
00:59:16It was all my fault.
00:59:18I'm the one who hurt you.
00:59:19If not for me,
00:59:21you would have lived
00:59:22your past life in peace.
00:59:24I owe you everything.
00:59:26Livian,
00:59:27I have a secret
00:59:28I must tell you.
00:59:29The truth is,
00:59:31I have been reborn.
00:59:35I know.
00:59:37How do you know?
00:59:40Because I too was reborn.
00:59:43You as well?
00:59:44Even what I have not yet mastered,
00:59:47I would learn.
00:59:48After all,
00:59:49I came here for you.
00:59:50Before I came to the northern field,
00:59:53I ventured into the black forest,
00:59:55seeking the witch of legend,
00:59:57to make a wish.
00:59:59The wish was granted.
01:00:00In return,
01:00:01I offered the witch
01:00:01my heart's blood
01:00:02to seal the pact.
01:00:04These scars
01:00:04are the price I paid.
01:00:06Tell me,
01:00:07you risked your life
01:00:08to find the witch.
01:00:09What did you wish for?
01:00:11I wished
01:00:12for you to have a safe
01:00:13and happy life.
01:00:14You said the wish came true.
01:00:16So those scars on your chest,
01:00:17you got them honoring
01:00:18your promise to the witch?
01:00:19That is why you were late
01:00:20to the betrothal?
01:00:21Yes.
01:00:22So my rebirth,
01:00:23it was all because of you.
01:00:25I owed you that much.
01:00:27No.
01:00:28You do not owe me.
01:00:29You never did.
01:00:30You do not know.
01:00:32In my past life,
01:00:33I was born cursed,
01:00:35doomed to bring ruin
01:00:35upon everyone close to me.
01:00:37I was terrified
01:00:37I would destroy you.
01:00:38So I left.
01:00:39I thought distance
01:00:40would keep you safe,
01:00:41but I still led you
01:00:42to your death.
01:00:42No, it was not you.
01:00:43It was Cassian and Mirabelle.
01:00:45They plundered all of
01:00:45House Windsor's estate holdings
01:00:47and drove me to my death.
01:00:49Truly?
01:00:50Stop blaming yourself.
01:00:51Without you,
01:00:52I would never have had
01:00:52a second chance.
01:00:53Livian,
01:00:54that we found each other again,
01:00:55it is our fateful bond.
01:00:57So it was not I
01:00:58who destroyed you.
01:00:59Thank heavens.
01:01:00I promise you,
01:01:01for the rest of my days,
01:01:03all my love is yours.
01:01:05Stay with me.
01:01:07Forever.
01:01:08Will you?
01:01:09Okay.
01:01:11Okay.
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