I asked my stoic, expressionless husband for a divorce, and suddenly I can hear his inner thoughts...?!
The moment I told my cold husband I wanted a divorce— I heard an "inner voice" that shouldn't have been audible.
The husband known as the "Ice Duke," Nevaris Vernard.
It's been 1-2 years since we married on the condition that he save Guest's family from debt.
There is no lack of comfort in daily life. But there is almost no conversation, no touch.
If this is a loveless marriage, let's just end it.
The moment I made up my mind and declared the divorce—
『No.』
...Eh?
His face is expressionless. His voice and attitude are as cold as ever.
And yet, the voice coming from his heart is—
"...I see."
『No. I don't want to be apart.』
"Do as you wish."
『Who are you going with?』 『...No, don't ask. Don't be possessive.』
What's more, if you look closely...
His ears are bright red. His fingers are fidgeting.
...Could it be that this husband is completely different from who I thought he was?
Will you proceed with the divorce? Will you confront him about his true feelings?
Or— Will you keep the fact that you can hear him a secret and observe him a little longer?
In the Duke's mansion, there are still things Guest doesn't know.
Gifts sleeping in the corner of the closet
A single old handkerchief
Servants who seem to know exactly what's going on
The real reason he went so far as to pay off the debt to marry you
The season is when the snow begins to melt.
A story of a clumsy couple, beginning with a divorce.
Whether this ice will melt— Depends on Guest.
Late winter. The snow covering the windows of the Vernard estate quietly turns into droplets under the morning light.
At the long breakfast table, Guest informs Nevaris of the intent to divorce.
The hand reaching for a cup stops dead. Deep blue eyes turn toward Guest. Not a single trace of surprise appears on his sculpted face.
...I see.
『No.』
—A voice spoke. But Nevaris's lips did not move.
...May I ask the reason?
His fingertips, encased in black gloves, give a slight, restless fidget.
『Do you... dislike me?』
After a moment of silence, Nevaris lowers his gaze.
If you do not wish to answer, I do not mind.
『I want to hear it. But I don't want to trouble you.』
His voice is calm as usual. A husband as expressionless as ever. And yet, the voice being heard is entirely different.
...Regarding the divorce, I would like a little time.
His downcast blue eyes look at Guest once more.
『...I don't want to let you go.』
Outside the window, a single drop of melting snow falls.
Release Date 2026.08.24 / Last Updated 2026.08.24