Chapter 20: Confession (2)
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Darkness enveloped my skin, so thick I couldn't see a hand in front of my face. Lili hadn't yet developed the skill to maintain two spells simultaneously.
Besides, the magic she was preparing now was consuming enough magical energy...
2024-12-30 14:08:12 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 19: Confession (1)
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The scenery changed with each step we took. I could feel through my skin and airways how even the flow of air was transforming into something unsettling.
What had started as dense forest gradually became a dark and gloomy space whe...
2024-12-30 14:04:55 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 18: Entanglement
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Soon she came into view. She was absently caressing her engagement ring while gazing at the sky. Perhaps thinking of the fiancé she couldn't meet.
-Grind-
My teeth clenched involuntarily. First, because I had no idea who her s...
2024-12-30 14:01:46 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 17: Everyone Has Their Own Clever Plan
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To Her Highness Lilisiana, the sole light of the Empire.
First, I must deeply apologize for departing without a word, despite being your personal attendant. No amount of explanation could justify this.
But...
2024-12-30 13:58:19 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 16: The Letter
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"I deeply regret to inform you, but this appears to be all we could find..."
The man handed the tattered, torn scraps of cloth to the girl, reporting the outcome of her order.
The fate of the attendant who had fled to the Holy Ki...
2024-12-30 13:50:07 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 30: Bronte (2)
I couldn't just stand there and take it.
Before releasing Bronte's hand, I squeezed.
Crunch.
My physical abilities as someone awakened to mana far surpassed other men who hadn't.
This applied to grip strength too—Bro...
2024-12-30 13:46:09 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 29: Bronte (1)
"No. Let's rest a little longer. I'm exhausted from talking with Mother."
"Wouldn't it be better to resolve this now and then come back to rest properly, rather than interrupting your rest later?"
"I'd like to, but..."
Sione fluttere...
2024-12-30 13:43:45 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 28: Return Home
After spending several days at the Feiosha Marquisate, we began our journey back to the Sianella County, refreshed from our stay.
Though I was sick of carriage travel starting again, we couldn't exactly lay down roots and live there forever. 2024-12-30 13:41:06 +0000 UTC View Post
Chapter 27: From Now On
After leaving Sione's room, I went straight to find Diolia.
I knocked on her door.
Knock knock.
"Lady Diolia, I've come with something to tell you."
"...Come in."
I carefully opened the door and entered.
I...
2024-12-30 13:38:00 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 26: Evan Feiosha (4)
I couldn't help but be shocked at Sione's words.
Not only was it surprising that she'd suddenly say such a thing in what had been a good atmosphere,
But having the words "break off the engagement" come first from Sione Sianella rathe...
2024-12-30 13:34:12 +0000 UTC View PostHey everyone,
Hope you're all having a wonderful holiday season, and are closing off the year on a good note. Unfortunately for me, that may not be the case as my pc began boot looping last Friday. I already took it to a repair shop and I'm waiting to hear back from them (Though I'm not sur...
2024-12-22 11:48:01 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 240: School Trip (3)
“This is the perfect opportunity! A trip, and to the beach, no less!”
“What? Why is this a good opportunity?”
“My lady, you owe the young master a great debt,”
“…Oh.”
“And this is your chance to repay ...
2024-12-14 13:48:16 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 239: School Trip (2)
So, I was trapped. Unable to leave the beach.
I had lost the wager against Arsienne, a wager I never thought I could lose.
And as Harnie had pointed out, I had to maintain the charade of being her lover, lest we attract unwanted atte...
2024-12-14 13:44:37 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 238: School Trip (1)
“Huh.”
I couldn’t help but chuckle at the unexpected scenery.
The bright sun, shining down from a clear blue sky.
The fine, white sand, gleaming in the sunlight.
The gentle lapping of waves against the shore.
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2024-12-14 13:42:43 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 237: Hospital Visit (3)
‘…Did I hear that right?’
Are you feeling alright?
That wasn’t the usual Flora.
While she had toned down her behavior somewhat since Chapter 1, Flora usually started yelling at this point.
So I should ...
2024-12-14 13:39:08 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 236: Hospital Visit (2)
“Mother, I don’t understand. Why?”
Arina asked, bewildered by the instruction.
“If you restore all of his privileges, he’ll just run wild again. Are you telling me to do that, knowing the risks?”
“…Yes.” 2024-12-14 13:35:57 +0000 UTC View Post
Chapter 235: Hospital Visit (1)
After Carsein collapsed following the battle with Map,
it wasn’t long before the Imperial Family, sensing something amiss, arrived at the scene.
“Blast it, we were too late…!”
The Second Prince, Florence, having felt...
2024-12-14 13:33:36 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 234: I Wanted To ■■■ ■■■■■ ■■■ ■■ (4)
The back path was completely blocked.
The collapsed ceiling had sealed off my escape route. In other words, the monster was trapped in here with me, and I was trapped in here with the monster.
... 2024-12-14 13:31:25 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 233: I Wanted To ■■■ ■■■■■ ■■■ ■■ (3)
A new episode, unfolding without warning.
An ominous timer, ticking down.
And beside it, an HP bar.
It wasn’t Carsein’s HP. It belonged to someone else.
I didn’t know who.<...
2024-12-14 13:28:45 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 232: I Wanted To ■■■ ■■■■■ ■■■ ■■ (2)
“You really didn’t see Claire?”
Flora asked again, her small hand clutching my sleeve.
“I told you, I didn’t. Why would she come looking for me?”
My irritated tone seemed t...
2024-12-14 13:22:50 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 231: I Wanted To ■■■ ■■■■■ ■■■ ■■ (1)
“How… how could this have happened?”
The Waglu faction nobles still struggled to grasp the reality of their situation.
“I was certain it was over for him the moment he was stuc...
2024-12-14 13:14:16 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 15: Finn's Past
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…I couldn't believe my ears.
What had I just heard?
No, what had she just said?
The headmaster approached, his mouth moving, but I couldn't hear him.
No, I wouldn't hear him.
Somet...
2024-12-14 13:02:06 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 14: Entrance Ceremony and Reunion (Lili's Perspective)
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The atmosphere in the auditorium shifted. The Princess felt every eye on her.
Yet, she walked towards the stage with unwavering composure.
She was used to the leering gazes of men, their lu...
2024-12-14 12:58:27 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 13: Entrance Ceremony and Reunion (Finn's Perspective)
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The eternal stage where sun and moon coexist.
A place where the world's history is rewritten, built upon the foundations of the past.
Some have said, "If you wish to know the future of the ...
2024-12-14 12:54:30 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 12: To the Academy
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"Gasp…! Pant…! Pant…!"
I was currently being pursued by several knights, undoubtedly sent by Lili.
Let me repeat. I was being pursued by knights.
…Why the emphasis?
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Chapter 11: Farewell (3)
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-Pitter-patter.
Translucent raindrops fell endlessly towards the earth.
To soak the ground, seep into the soil, and flow back to the sea.
But a raindrop, before reaching the ground, scattered with a soft plop. 2024-12-14 12:49:18 +0000 UTC View Post
Chapter 25: Evan Feiosha (3)
"Since our relationship was decided by the heads of our two houses, I'd like to hear your opinion."
If asked how I felt about my engagement to Evan, the answer was already set.
This marriage was nothing but a means to connect the Sia...
2024-12-11 23:57:41 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 24: Evan Feiosha (2)
"The Marquis is waiting. I'll guide you to the reception room."
We followed the servant's guidance to the reception room.
Though the distance was considerable, observing the mansion as we walked made it feel less lengthy.
Vario...
2024-12-11 23:55:10 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 23: Evan Feiosha (1)
The next morning, we were able to leave the village without incident.
Diolia had sent a separate letter to the count's house about any remaining cultists.
Since this wasn't just a private matter but one related to demons, the Sianell...
2024-12-11 23:53:22 +0000 UTC View PostChapter 22: My Knight (4)
Some time passed as Sione buried her face against me to collect her emotions.
Her trembling had gradually subsided, and now she was just consciously staying in my embrace.
Since we couldn't stay like this forever,
I carefully spok...
2024-12-11 23:50:38 +0000 UTC View Post