Benjamin's eyes were slightly downcast and he did not answer Evelyn's question at first.

The look of unease on the little woman's face was such that if he told her he was planning to marry her, there was no telling what would happen.

It would be better not to let her know for the time being, so as not to frighten her.

Benjamin raised his eyes and said in a light voice, "...... No, you don't have to take Grandpa and Mum's words to heart."

Evelyn was suddenly relieved.

But a moment later, she mentally cursed Benjamin again.

What a bastard, he never wanted to get married, did he? He...