Deception

"You know I can have you killed for speaking such words?" Edith cautioned in a venomous tone, holding her fan up.

Marius let out a small chuckle, as he sang, "You wouldn't dare~." He wasn't intimidated by her words.

Based on his speculation, she wanted to maintain a strong self-image in front of others.

Clear from her decision to dismiss her bodyguards, as she seemed to be aware of the scrutinizing gazes directed at her.

Considering Marius's status as a rookie adventurer, it seemed excessive to have bodyguards shielding Edith from him, as it indicated her lack of ability to handle him.

While one could argue that her higher status made it unwise to confront and fight with him, why bother wasting your energy?

Normally, Edith wouldn't bother wasting her energy on someone less important, but for some strange reason, she found herself doing just that.

'This man is absolutely dreadful!' Internally, she let out a loud scream.