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When the baptism ceremony was over, the bishops dispatched from the Holy Kingdom finished preparing to leave.

If he were an aristocrat who loved hospitality and luxury, he would have enjoyed luxurious tourism under the pretense of a business trip. As expected from devout priests, the bishops were strict and thorough.

For now, the hurdle has been passed.

The baptism ceremony attended by numerous clergy was completed successfully.

“Have you thought about the suggestions made by the bishops?”

When I turned my head and tried to leave,

A girl with flowing silver hair suddenly appeared and stopped me.

I didn’t show it, but I was quite surprised.

The first saintess approached without any sign and stepped on the shadow.

“Next time, please at least pretend to be popular.”

“I wanted to see Prince Edanand surprised… You don’t seem particularly surprised. It’s not fun.”

Jeveline said with a chuckle.

He smiled bitterly at that.

“I appreciate the Holy Empire’s offer, but I have no intention of leaving the Valtaria Empire. To be precise, I have no intention of leaving the County of Hohenberg. Since the eldest son ran away from home, even the second son must protect his father.”

He politely declined the Holy Emperor’s offer, citing his father and family as a justification.

The bishops then expressed regret and accepted it. It seemed like they probably didn’t think that they would succeed in recruiting from the beginning.

“It’s a great mindset. Devout faith is important, but filial piety cannot be neglected.”

“Thank you for saying that.”

Zeveline moved her steps while giving a wink.

It probably means moving the location.

I shrugged my shoulders and followed the girl with flowing silver hair.

The place we arrived with the saint was an old-fashioned drawing room with a faint scent of wood. It was located inside a luxurious villa provided by the Valtaria imperial family.

A cruel glare was directed at Hanryang, who was about to enter the enclosed space with the pure saint. Indeed, they were like otaku holy knights who revered Zeveline like an idol.

Do you really think I’m having a secret affair with Zeveline?

This is a terrible illusion that will upset millions of Earth Mother believers.

“Saint, may I ask you one question?”

“Then of course.”

I glanced at the tightly closed door.

There is no sense of presence.

The stubborn paladins won’t spy on you secretly. By now, you may be gnashing your teeth as you fantasize about nothing.

After activating my intuition and checking carefully, I opened my mouth while staring at Jebeline.

“I would like to hear why you helped me at the baptism.”

“… … .”

“Originally, bishops dispatched from the Holy Kingdom would have presided over the baptismal ceremony, but the saint suddenly presided over it on behalf of the bishops. At the time, I thought it was just a whim… I suddenly became convinced when I saw the saint who had been hesitant about baptism.”

“… Anyway, I’m quick to notice.”

If I had just turned a blind eye to minor mistakes or mistakes, I wouldn’t have brought it up.

but,

This was an issue that absolutely had to be addressed.

The saint of the Holy Empire concealed the identity of the demon.

If the truth were to become known, Zebeline would be excommunicated along with his fall from office. No matter how much of a saint she was, hiding a demon was a mortal sin.

It is true that we have built a close friendship since we first met.

However, the relationship was never such that they would help even if they committed the grave sin of deceiving their faith.

why.

Why on earth do you help me so much?

It would only be a short relationship that lasted less than a month.

Looking at the saint, he asked for an answer to his question.

“That’s it… Because I like Prince Edanand?”

“I asked you seriously.”

Zeveline showed an awkward smile and played off the joke. It meant that it was difficult to answer honestly.

The saint’s brow furrowed at the sly reply.

“Hmph, isn’t it the one who forgot in the first place? .”

“Yes?”

When I glared at him fiercely, Zeveline turned his head and made a grunting noise.

I closed my mouth at that sight.

If you keep pushing, you won’t get the answer you want.

He hid his identity out of simple favor. It was an answer that was difficult to trust, but the results of what happened at the baptism proved it, so for now I had no choice but to believe it. It is impossible to dare to perform a physical event on the first saint.

“I have no intention of revealing it through my own words. Let Prince Edanant find out for himself. And anyway, since I hid my identity… Please do me one favor.”

Percussion-.

Zeveline stood up, pressing the table with both hands.

The bright blue eyes sparkled mischievously.

It was a unique habit that made the white dragon saint appear every time she played a mischievous prank.

“Can I call you Ethan from now on?”

“… … .”

That’s a nickname only allowed for family members.

Right now, some spoiled fairy was calling out to me one-sidedly.

I want to call you by a nickname,

Are you planning to use that as an excuse to make fun of me?

The serious atmosphere immediately became frivolous due to Jebeline’s excited voice. It seemed difficult to ask any more questions.

“I am a demon who worships a forgotten god. Are you really okay with that?”

“Of course. Don’t you have that level of determination?”

He confessed as if making a declaration of conscience.

Then Zeveline nodded as if she had known it for a long time.

“You will regret it later.”

“P, I don’t do it.”

It is said that a woman’s mind is unpredictable, but the first saint’s inner thoughts were particularly difficult.

I don’t know.

I couldn’t understand it at all.

The unknown, deeper than the mire, appeared as an unfamiliar feeling of nervousness.

Maybe that’s why Jebelin, who didn’t even make a single movement, felt mischievous. If you were afraid of me and wary of me, you would have understood.

He sent a sharp warning to Jeveline, who was full of loving feelings, in an attempt to somehow instill caution. However, despite the sharp warning, Jebeline did not discourage her feelings of friendship.

* * *

Ludmilla hoped that the Hohenberg family would be given a ‘commission of action’, but due to the dissuasion of the prime ministers, it was aborted in the process of carrying out the work.

It is acknowledged that Edanand subdued Mine and rescued Princess Elizabeth, but appointing the Hohenberg family to the dukedom was a matter that had to be carefully considered.

It could be seen as favoritism that the Valtarian imperial family gives special preference to the Hohenberg family. And there was concern that the ten dukes who had been loyal to the imperial family and empire for a long time would strongly protest.

The stubbornness of the old maid was broken through the persistent persuasion of the ministers who were in charge of the empire’s internal affairs. Instead, to show maximum sincerity, the County of Hilidar and part of the imperial territory were incorporated into the Hohenberg family. And it was decided to give him the title of marquess, which is the next in rank to a duke.

“Sister, but isn’t it too explicit?”

“You can’t be stingy with the hero who saved the princess. It’s all for you. Although marriage talks have stopped for a while now, Edanant will become your companion someday.”

Elizabeth asked with a chuckle.

Ludmilla responded in a calm voice.

It seemed like he had no idea. Or maybe they are just intentionally being ignorant.

“Ah! You’re already showing off to the city to look good, right? My sister.”

“Who, who… ! That’s not it! Never!”

In-laws (媤家).

It refers to the husband’s original home.

The family name that Elisabetta mentioned naturally referred to the Hohenberg family.

As soon as she heard those words, Ludmilla’s face turned bright red and she looked embarrassed.

“Keuhum! I still think Edanant is the man for you. There is no other reason.”

“You’re lying again. You’re the one who likes Edanant, right?”

I tried my best to deny it, but it wasn’t even remotely persuasive.

Because all the nobles knew that Princess Ludmilla favored Prince Edanand. The dogmatism that blatantly intervened in public affairs proved this.

Twenty-seven this year.

Of course you can’t help but be nervous.

Elizabeth comforted her sister with an expression of understanding.

Even the villainess seemed to feel sorry for her older sister, who was about to turn 30. Elizabeth’s eyes were full of compassion.

“Then you must also be in love with Edanant… ! From that day on, the way you look at Edanant has clearly changed. Just like when he came to my bedroom late at night and boasted about Maximilian’s adventures.”

“What, what! It’s not like that… ! Edenant is Maximilian’s younger brother! What on earth is this old maid talking about?”

This time, Ludmila touched Elisabetta’s anger.

Then Elisabeta was startled and hastily made an excuse.

They are different from each other.

Their attitude of never wanting to admit it showed that.

My older sister and my younger sister started liking the same guy.

Ludmila and Elisabetta, caught in a complex love triangle, touched sensitive areas as if they were trying to give in to each other. As the urging voice continued, her beautiful face heated up like a boiling teapot.

“I can afford it, but it’s too late for you to get married later! If you lose Edanant, you will be single for the rest of your life! Then I might have to marry a divorced man with kids!”

“… … .”

Damn it.

There is nothing to refute.

I want to somehow respond to the scandalous remarks… .

Ludmilla could only gape at Elisabeta’s desperate appeal. You’re so cowardly that you only say the right things.

“On this occasion, the County of Hohenberg… No, how about going to the Marquis’ Territory? I heard that Edenant is going back to the Marquis of Hohenberg for a while. By acting like a married couple with Edanant, you are scoring points with your father-in-law.”

“You too, come along! No, I will definitely take you too!”

Ludmilla truly loved Edanant.

But at the same time, she wanted Edenant to become Elisabetta’s companion. There is nothing more important to a sister than her sister’s happiness. Ludmilla was willing to give up her feelings for Edanant if it would make her sister happy.

And because Elisabeta knew her sister’s devoted heart, she repeatedly expressed her wishes.

My older sister is someone who has protected the Baltarian Empire while enduring countless pains and sufferings. Up until now, I have always received help like a tyrant, so this time I wanted to step down for the sake of my sister’s happiness.