The Pinks

"Greetings to His Grace and Her Grace, Duke and Duchess of House Red, to the young masters and young lady of House Red. I wish to greet the young lady with a happy birthday. May you have a flowery path ahead of you." I looked at the couple who greeted us. I immediately hid my surprise when I realized who these people were. They're one of the people I wanted to meet and make allies with. I know my family is powerful, but I also know there are still people out there who want to drag us down. From the memories of the old Avyana, Marquess and Marchioness Pink are not one of those people. They're righteous people. But they became enemies of the Reds in the past since the old Avyana did those evil deeds. They may not be as powerful as the Red, but they're still influential among the people. People believed their words. They were one of those people who executed the Reds. So, if I make them my allies while I'm still young, I can get close to them and earn their favor. The fate of the Reds may change. They would protect my family if any dangerous situation came up. That's why I need to use my ultimate power tonight to gain their attention.

"Auntie!" I said with my sparkling eyes and sweet smile. Yes, that's my ultimate power—my cuteness. I chuckled. I know the Marchioness could not resist the allure of a charming child because she adores children. Sorry for using that weakness, Marchioness. Don't worry, I'll treat you well.

"Greetings, Marquis and Marchioness Pink. Thank you for coming. I'm so sorry for my child's reckless attitude. She becomes like this if she likes a person." Mom was shocked that I did that. I'm sorry, mom. Marchioness Pink just giggled. Hoho! I guess my charm worked for her. Teehee!

"You don't have to apologize, Duchess. The young lady was just so cute that I find it hard to look away," she added as she giggled. I know, right? I smirked at myself.

I stopped celebrating in my head when I saw the look my mom had. She looked like she regretted having a birthday party for me. Oh, mom, you don't know how much you mean to me. I would never replace you. I'm doing this for the sake of this family. I hugged my mom's legs, and it caught my mom off guard.

"I love you, mommy." The look she had earlier was gone and was replaced by her sweet smile. Yes, that's what I want to see, mom. I looked back at Marchioness Pink, whom I almost forgot was in front of us. She had that look of awe. I smiled at her and opened my arms wide, gesturing for her to carry me.

"Auntie, cawy (carry) me!" I still didn't perfect the way I speak, so that's why I talked like that. I saw the marchioness and my mom widen their eyes in shock. Marchioness Pink looked at my mom like she was asking for permission. Mom seemed reluctant at first, but she nodded at the end. The marchioness looked like a child who was given a lollipop when she saw my mom nod. Why did I compare her to a child? I laughed at myself.

She carried me in her arms. I said 'hi' to her daughter, who was carried by her father, the marquis. She blushed and hid in his father's neck. Hoho! How cute! You could really see the resemblance she had to her father and mother. The House of Pink is known to have pink hair. Of course, Marchioness Pink is the only one who doesn't have pink hair. She has blue hair and orange eyes, which are very familiar to me. Now, come to think of it, why was I familiar with her hair and eyes? Tch. Nevermind. This is not the time to overthink.

It's funny to think that the color of the nobles' hair is also their last name. That is really ridiculous. Just like my family and the Pinks, I know other nobles were like this, but I didn't know their names or what their power and authority were here in this kingdom. I only know the Pinks because they're the former Avyana's enemies. She gave her attention to them, so that's why she knew them. She didn't even know the names of the men she liked. She also didn't know the other people involved in the Reds' ruin who were useless and insignificant in her eyes. The former Avyana was not interested in all of them. She just knew their faces. Those were my challenges here, but at least she knew their faces. If I saw them, I would instantly recognize them. The former Avyana neglected her studies, so it answers why she didn't know them. The burden is on me, but I still have the advantage because I know the past. I need to just make sure I ally with the people who would be beneficial to my family ASAP.

After the Pinks greeted us, other nobles started to greet us and also wish me a happy birthday. They put their gifts at the center, where my other gifts are piled like a mountain.

My mom and dad have a conversation with the Pinks. I was put down by the marchioness, who let me play with their child, Hana, who is the same age as me. We're in a seat not far from our parents, but we still hear them. And I can also hear the nobles gossiping about us. My brothers are nowhere in sight, but I know they're just stalking me wherever they are. Mom and Dad would never let me go alone without any one of them. And I'm sure my guards are here wearing formal clothes, disguising themselves as nobles.

"I heard that the young lady Red is a genius! She could read books when she was three months old without anyone teaching her." It's five months old, lady. You got the wrong information.

"I also heard that she could hold a sword when she was nine months old. She's really the young lady of the Red Ducal family." I almost choked when I heard that. It's a lie, ladies. Why did you believe that? How can a baby hold a sword?

"Hey, do you know that the first young master of Red is so mature now? I saw him earlier, and he acts like a true noble." I agree with what she said. I don't know what happened. He just instantly became mature. The only thing they didn't know is that that mature young master they're talking about also wears dresses when we have tea time. I chuckled at the memory.

"Did you also see the young master of the ducal family, Blue?" Now, I'm interested. From the memories of the old Avyana, if the Reds produce knights for the kingdom, the Blues produce scholars for the kingdom. We are equal to authority, but we have the upper hand in terms of power. However, this ducal family is more influential than us. They're respected for their knowledge and intelligence. People will always look up to them. But those were the only pieces of information that the old Avyana knew. The members of the Blue family? Nah! She didn't know them. The old Avyana was so indifferent to the people in her surroundings, just like my mom from my past life. Let's forget that I mentioned her. The Blue Ducal family will also be of help to the Reds if I make them my allies.

"The Blue Ducal family still hasn't arrived yet, but I'm sure you'll be stunned by their young master's looks. I know he will be a very good-looking gentleman in the future." I heard the ladies' gossips again. I was really amazed by my sense of hearing. I can hear them even if they're in another chair in the corner, not far from us.

"Awe you ohkay, Av..y..ya.na?" I turned my attention to Hana, who I almost forgot was my companion just now. In the former Avyana's memories, she was Avyana's enemy. She liked Adonis in the past, and Avyana did everything to make her unpleasant in her brother's eyes. Hana didn't even do anything to Avyana and was just kind to her. This time, if she likes Adonis, maybe I could find a way to give her a chance to have a close relationship with him.

"I'm ohkay, Hana. Thank you fow asking. And jush caw (call) me, Yana," I said to this cute girl beside me who was holding a teddy bear in her lap. I smiled at her. She blushed, and that makes her even cuter.

"Ohkay, Yana," she said, smiling at me with happiness written on her face. She's so cute!

"The Blues are here!"

I turned my attention to the nobles who were approaching my family with smiling faces. I immediately looked at the young boy behind the Blue’s who was looking at me intently. I couldn’t hide my surprise as I realized who he was. I could almost feel my left eyebrow twitching. Isn’t this one of those bastards from the past?