episode_0063

At the dinner party invited to Veronica, only her family members were there, as mentioned before.

As soon as she entered the restaurant, her husband, Alon, stood up and kissed her lightly, and the couple’s precious son, Robert, was so happy to meet his mother that he clung to the hem of Veronica’s skirt and made a fuss.

Veronica took Robert in her arms, gave him a kiss or rubbed his cheek, gave him a lot of love, and sat him down.

Robert, like his older sister, was born as an elf and is a bit taller than his peers.

When a child is born between different races, the race follows the maternal line, and the appearance follows the paternal line.

Therefore, nobles who value family purity, especially families that produce lords, do not want their successor’s son-in-law to be of any race, but they do not want their daughter-in-law to be of a different race.

‘It would have been really complicated if I had set it up so that a mixed race person would be born. ‘I don’t like that kind of thing.’

I made eye contact with Robert, feeling satisfied that I had prevented the races I created or participated in from being absorbed into other races and disappearing into vain.

Robert smiled brightly and showed a friendly attitude toward me, which was really cute.

Veronica sat at the head table.

The owner of the mansion is clearly Alon, but her older sister has a higher status than Alon.

According to what I heard from Veronica before, the sister has the right to succession to the title even though she is the nephew of the Marquess, while Alon does not have the right to succession to the title even though he is the eldest son of the Count.

The successor to the Faraine family has long been decided to be the older sister of the eldest child, Alon, and since she has already laid a solid foundation and has already given birth to several children, there is virtually no possibility that Alon’s right to succession to the title will be revived.

For reference, according to the inheritance law of the United Human Empire, in principle, titles of nobility are inherited by the first child, regardless of gender or age.

However, it is said that if a person who holds a title determines that his or her children have a defect, he or she can nominate a successor among relatives within the 8th degree of kinship who are younger than the title holder and inherit the title.

‘I don’t know what kind of people Lucius’s children are, but there is definitely a problem, which is why Lucius keeps wanting to make Veronica his successor. ‘It’s just an excuse to have great ambitions.’

I want to believe that Lucius is asking Veronica to take over the title for a reasonable reason, not because he is senile.

I don’t want Veronica to die because she got caught up in a political conspiracy because of an incompetent lord.

Wait, isn’t this incident aimed at Veronica, not me?

I’m just a superficial reason, and the real purpose is if you’re Veronica…

Should we also investigate Lucius’ children in the future?

no. For now, let’s focus on the clues first.

“Rebecca, we sincerely welcome you. I am truly happy to have a meal with my benefactor.”

“Thank you for your hospitality.”

“I hope you enjoy your meal in peace. Now, sit this way.”

Alon made me sit to the right of Veronica and across from Robert.

This was originally Alon’s seat, but he was willing to give it up for me, the ‘distinguished guest’.

Thanks to this, Robert seemed to feel better about being able to sit between his mom and dad, and smiled cutely as he held his parents’ hands together.

Looking at it this way, it seems like I am seeing the harmony of an ordinary family.

“Rebecca, don’t be nervous and act naturally.”

“Yes, Veronica.”

Veronica said while giving me a warm smile.

I wasn’t really nervous, but I still really like my sister who cares about me.

“Before eating, let us all offer a prayer of thanks to the Creator God.”

Veronica held Roberto’s and mine’s hands, and Alon held Robert’s and mine, closed his eyes and slightly bowed his head while she prayed.

Suddenly, I remembered a scene from a fast-paced movie I watched a while ago, where the characters hold hands and pray together before the meal after everything has been completed.

I don’t know who the Creator God is, and I don’t know if it could be me, but I just joined in the prayer.

After the short prayer, well-dressed servants immediately served the meal.

Basically, it was a course meal, so many different types of food were served one after another, and although they were very delicious, the amount served at one time was so small that it was tantalizing.

I tried to keep an eye on Veronica and Alon to make sure they didn’t violate table etiquette, but they were busy feeding and taking care of their young son, so it was unlikely that they would notice my mistake.

It is said that nobles usually teach etiquette strictly at the age of five, but instead of receiving a strict education, Robert received so much love that he overflowed.

Watching Robert so happy, I found him both cute and envious.

I wonder what it is like to be born into a privileged class, receive the love of your parents, and live a blessed life without any shortcomings.

But anyway, I have started a new life and am satisfied with it in many ways, so I don’t think there is any need for me to be more envious.

“Rebecca, does the meal suit your taste?”

As the mood for the meal settled in, Alon spoke to me.

The expression he looked at me was one of gratitude.

When we first met, he was just treating his wife’s guests, but now he almost accepts them as family.

“Yes, I think the chef’s skills are really great.”

“He is one of the people who came all the way from my hometown to follow me to Franca. They say I have to take responsibility for your mouth for the rest of my life.”

“When Alon got married, I heard that many people from his hometown followed him.”

“These are people I have been friends with since I was young. It must have been very difficult to leave my beloved hometown and make a new place my home, but I endured all the hardships just for me. I really received a lot of grace unintentionally.”

“I definitely think I fell in love with Alon’s personality.”

“Thank you for saying that. My wife also said that to me once, so I was impressed.”

Alon had an expression of pure joy.

Robert seems to have a similar personality to his father, as he likes him so much after just a single compliment.

“Excuse me, how did you two meet?”

“I’m embarrassed to say it with my own mouth, but I’m willing to endure it because it’s my benefactor’s curiosity. The first time we met was when I turned 15. Usually, nobles get married at that age according to their parents’ wishes.”

Alon held hands with Veronica and exchanged affectionate glances before continuing to speak.

“I was looking for a fiancé based on the photo my parents gave me, and Veronica caught my eye. I have never seen someone so pretty and attractive in my life. So I immediately ran to Veronica, but I was rejected so coldly?”

“What is the reason?”

“Veronica appeared in front of me wearing sportswear and told me that she was not interested in an arranged marriage and that I should look for someone else. Even in that situation, I tried to attract attention somehow, but Veronica wouldn’t even make eye contact with me, so in the end, just having a pretty face is enough, right? I left with those words.”

It was so funny that I almost burst out laughing, but I gritted my teeth and held on.

Meanwhile, thinking about the image of an adolescent boy complaining while being infatuated with the other person’s appearance makes me feel embarrassed.

But when I looked back at my past in the old world, I realized that I couldn’t just laugh at it, so I instantly calmed down.

“I was so angry that I got into the carriage to go straight home, whatever my next schedule was. As the carriage was about to leave the mansion, I saw Veronica, who was training hard to become a knight. I fell in love with the way he worked hard for his goal.”

“My husband has been visiting me with a bouquet of flowers every day for over a year since that day. One day, a person who was weak and had no athletic ability, thinking that he would get attention by following my training, attacked me and got seriously injured. At that time, I made proper eye contact with my husband for the first time, and his eyes were so pitiful that he looked at me mournfully even while he was in pain…”

“Hmm, anyway, from that day on, Veronica took an interest in me, and not long after, she accepted my marriage proposal. I can truly say it was one of the best moments in my life.”

“If you hadn’t shamelessly aroused my maternal love, I wouldn’t have gotten married?”

“I would sacrifice my whole life to get you.”

Veronica and Alon kissed deeply with Robert between them.

Then Robert begged for a kiss from him too, and eventually received kisses on both cheeks filled with love for his children.

Robert, it seems like you were born into this world thanks to your father.

“If there is one more story that Alon left out, it is that I was actually interested from the beginning, but I deliberately stayed away from it in order to achieve my dream. This was because I was afraid that if I got married, I would not be able to join the Knights. In the end, it was only after Alon got hurt that I was able to be honest with my true feelings little by little.”

“How unfair it was when I first heard that! Still, isn’t it love that can forgive? Hahaha!”

“I feel so fortunate that your love has come to fruition.”

I really thought so, not just pretending.

And seeing how Alon truly loves Veronica makes me feel like I can trust him.

It was a somewhat emotional conclusion, but I think most people would judge it the same way I did if they were here.

We continued to enjoy the meal while exchanging light and personal stories, and after the meal was over, we continued our conversation while drinking warm drinks together.

“Rebecca, I heard you have a favor to ask me. I’ll do anything I can, so tell me.”

“Actually, I want to go to Rizerka as quickly as possible, but I can’t find reliable security personnel. So, I’m sorry, but I’d like to ask Alon for help.”

“There’s nothing to be sorry about. You are someone who is worthy of asking for compensation from me. My servants are leaving for their hometown on vacation in two days. Please come with them. I’ve left the security to people I can trust, so there’s no need to worry.”

“Thank you for your kindness. However, there is a slight problem on our part, so I don’t think we can give a definite answer here.”

“It’s okay. I’ll talk to the butler, so you can tell him as soon as the problem is resolved.”

“Thank you for your consideration.”

“No. Rather, I’m just sorry that I haven’t given you any reward yet. Is there anything else you want?”

I was silent for a moment at Alon’s suggestion.

Getting money is the simplest and easiest way, but I think it would be better to do it for Iris here.

“One of my slaves has not received his mother’s body back from Baron Maxian. Please help me find it.”

“Even so, I am investigating Maxian at my wife’s request, so I will try to deliver good news soon. However, this is not given as a reward, but out of moral responsibility, so think about other wishes.”

“Yes, Alon. It doesn’t come to mind right now, so can you think about it slowly?”

“Of course. Instead, tell me before I get old and die.”

Rather than receiving the money right away, I plan to save Alon’s reward for later.

There are problems in the world that cannot be solved with money, and this is especially true in a strict class society.

It is especially necessary these days when there are powerful people targeting me.

There will definitely come a day when my status as a nobleman itself will protect me.

“And when you go to Rezerka, make sure not to have any contact with Maxian. Although he is my cousin, Maxian is a truly evil monster. Among those who follow me, there is no one related to Maxian, so you can rest assured about that.”

“I will keep this in mind.”

That’s what I said, but I have a bad feeling that Maxian will contact me first.

He is clearly someone who harmed Iris’ family for some purpose.

So, if you notice that Iris has returned to Rizerka, you may react immediately.

While worrying about Iris, I ate dessert and talked with Veronica’s family before returning to the room.

“Rebecca, how was your meal?”

“It was pretty good. It was a pity that you guys weren’t here.”

I gave Laura and Iris a quick kiss in turn.

Then I made Iris sit next to me and held her hand.

“Iris, I am going to Rizerka in two days and will be guarded by members of the Paraine family. They are all loyal to Alon and have absolutely nothing to do with Maxian. Still, your opinion is the most important, so if you don’t like it, I’ll use another method.”

Iris listened to what I said and became worried.

She couldn’t answer easily, and that was natural.

“What are the other methods?”

“You can either submit a request to the Adventurer’s Guild or follow Veronica after 10 days.”

“The only method is cumbersome or takes a long time.”

“It was a dangerous situation for us to move alone, so we had no choice.”

“Then I think it’s better to go with Alon’s people.”

“Are you sure? It wasn’t a forced decision, right?”

“Yes, since everyone’s safety is important right now, I decided that I couldn’t refuse just because I felt bad. So don’t worry.”

Iris said as she hugged me.

Her voice was shaking slightly and so was her body, but she was trying for my sake.

I am truly grateful and he is a lovely person.

So I kissed Iris passionately.

When we parted our lips a while later, I was so out of breath that I was panting.

“Rebecca, if it’s in two days, I need to get ready tomorrow.”

“That’s right. I don’t know what might happen, so I need to take care of this and that. Let’s go out tomorrow and buy the things we need.”

“We also had something we wanted to buy, so it turned out well.”

Laura said with a smile as if she had some kind of plan.

Usually, when you make an expression like that, it’s about sex… but what on earth are you trying to do?

“What do you want to buy?”

“That’s a secret. Huhuhu.”

“Are you trying to harass me?”

“Ah, could I possibly do such a bad thing? It’s a good thing, so don’t worry.”

Laura tried to allay my suspicious look with a kiss, and it worked very well.

I ended the day by kissing Laura as passionately as I had given Iris.