Ch.229Chapter 229 – Even the Dead Can Be Revived

Now that the issue of compensation has been resolved thanks to the contract, all that remains is to solve Duke Tramante’s problem with my ability.

The method to solve Duke Tramante’s problem is quite simple, but the biggest challenge was how to prove that the problem had been resolved.

“Your Grace, there is one concern I have.”

“What might that be? Tell me.”

When I mentioned there was something that concerned me about using my ability, Duke Tramante adopted a serious expression, ready to listen.

“Assuming my ability resolves the issue… to prove it worked, you would inevitably need to spend the night with the Duchess…”

“Hahaha, I understand what you’re saying. In other words, we need a verification process to confirm that everything is functioning properly. Isn’t that right?”

“Yes, exactly.”

What if I fix it with my ability but he claims it didn’t work?

If it truly doesn’t get fixed—though the possibility is 0%—I would be in quite a predicament.

But I have absolute confidence in the power of my ability.

With my ability, I was certain that Duke Tramante’s troubles would melt away like snow in sunshine.

“Don’t worry about that part. I anticipated this and brought my second wife with me.”

…? You only brought one person? Don’t people usually bring both wives here?

“You look confused. Since we’re on the topic, let me explain the hierarchy and roles of wives within noble families. Consider this a service, so no need to thank me.”

Duke Tramante spoke as if this was a fortunate turn of events and began explaining various pieces of knowledge to me.

“The reason I didn’t bring my first wife on this trip is because she has many responsibilities as the mistress of the household.”

“So the first wife’s role is that significant.”

“Indeed. I wanted to bring her along, but if both the master and mistress of the house are absent, it causes disruptions to our affairs. The servants would manage, but the difference between having supervision and not is greater than one might think. That’s why my first wife voluntarily stayed behind.”

Hmm. So the first wife has many practical duties as the mistress of the household.

In that sense, it would definitely be better for Sister Regina to become the first wife.

After all, Cheonhyeryeong and Eterna might not be as meticulous in such matters.

“That’s why I brought my second wife here. While the first wife manages the household affairs, the second wife acts as my aide, accompanying me whenever I need to go out.”

The second wife serves as an aide. That role would be perfect for Cheonhyeryeong.

She can follow me wherever I go, and conversely, with her abilities, she can appear quickly to rescue me and take me to safety if I’m in danger.

“I understand.”

“Well, some people take third or fourth wives depending on circumstances… but for me, two is my limit.”

“It seems having multiple wives isn’t common even among nobles.”

“That’s right. Usually, it’s hard enough to focus on one person. Of course, it’s a different matter if the women prefer it that way.”

Hmm. So even here, it’s difficult to forcibly take multiple wives just because one has power.

“Instead, many take concubines nowadays. Even if a concubine bears children, their succession rights are significantly lower. And by law, a concubine’s child cannot challenge for the position of family head.”

“The law is quite thorough in protecting these aspects.”

“Indeed. Well, I think that should satisfy your curiosity.”

I nodded in response to Duke Tramante’s words.

“Good. Now, I’d like you to fix my problem.”

“Understood. Hyeryeong, could you bring me a hammer?”

“Here it is.”

When I asked Cheonhyeryeong for a hammer, she suddenly appeared, placed it in my hand, and vanished in an instant.

“Gasp!”

Duke Tramante was slightly startled by this, but when I explained she was my second fiancée from the Eastern Continent, he looked at me with what seemed like pity.

“Is something wrong?”

“I see you’ll never even be able to think about being unfaithful.”

“Well, I never intended to anyway. Both of them are too good for me.”

I walked toward Duke Tramante with the hammer in hand.

“Please sit down and I’ll begin.”

“Alright. I’m counting on you.”

Duke Tramante sat down, and I moved behind him.

I swung the hammer three times against the Duke’s back.

—Thud, thud, thud.

Perhaps because he was clothed, the sound was quite dull, but my ability activated without fail.

The Duke’s entire body was enveloped in a faint glow, with a particularly bright light emanating from that area.

‘W-what in the world!’

It reminded me of a scene from a music video where a singer’s groin area glowed brightly.

When the white light surrounding Duke Tramante’s body disappeared, he opened his eyes.

“How do you feel?”

I asked Duke Tramante about his condition.

“Hmm… I feel energized. It’s like vitality has returned to my entire body, and I can definitely feel that my physical state is different from before.”

The Duke said he felt strength returning to his body.

It seemed to be a success.

“I’ll spend time with the Duchess tonight and let you know the results. Bring out the contract. Let’s both sign it.”

“Ah, yes.”

At Duke Tramante’s words, I took out the contract.

After both the Duke and I signed in the signature field, we each kept a copy of the contract.

“I’ll take my leave now. If you need to acquire anything, don’t hesitate to contact me through my son.”

“Travel safely, Your Grace.”

With that, Duke Tramante departed from Glesius Academy.

Only after the Duke had left did I finally sigh and exit the reception room.

“My lord, you’ve resolved another case today.”

“Huh? Were you waiting for me?”

When I went outside, Cheonhyeryeong was waiting for me.

“Protecting my husband is my duty.”

“What about the Eastern Continent’s believers?”

“I knew you’d ask that, so I eliminated all the remaining demon cult followers in the Eastern Continent. I shouldn’t waste time on such trivial matters when I need to spend time with my husband.”

Uh, well… Is this the power of the Heavenly Demon?

“By the way, your ability is truly mysterious. To revive a man’s failing manhood—it’s like bringing the dead back to life!”

Bringing the dead back to life… I remember there were such medicines in the world I lived in.

Of course, I never needed them. If nothing else, my lower half always boasted its vigor daily.

“Hehe. It seems your value will increase even more.”

“Why is that?”

“There were many people with concerns similar to Duke Tramante’s in our land. So why would it be any different here?”

Listening to Cheonhyeryeong’s words… she certainly had a point.

Even in the postscript of Duke Tramante’s letter, he mentioned that there were quite a few people with similar concerns.

In that sense, perhaps I could become a beacon of hope for people with troubles similar to Duke Tramante’s.

‘But wouldn’t it be better to develop a medicine?’

I can’t go around hammering people every day…

I should meet with an alchemist to develop a medicine, and find a way to maximize its effectiveness with my ability.

Additionally, I should start implementing my plan to revive and sell spoiled spices.

Not only do I need funds for marriage, but I also need more money if I want to live comfortably without working.

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The next morning.

Duke Tramante came looking for me early in the morning.

“Hahaha! Your ability is truly remarkable!”

“I take it you had a good night?”

“A good night? Absolutely! I finally fulfilled my duty as a husband!”

“Congratulations, Your Grace.”

Duke Tramante looked extremely pleased.

“This won’t do. I’ll immediately send money to your account at the Imperial Central Bank. As for the mansion in the capital, we’ll set a date soon. It would be better for you to go and choose it yourself. And here’s the elixir.”

Duke Tramante took out the elixir from his breast pocket, handed it to me, and departed, promising to meet again.

A few days later.

“L-Lord Baron, over a hundred letters have arrived for you.”

“……”

It seemed the power of word-of-mouth was greater than I had anticipated.