Chapter 49

Translator and Editor: Effe and Nabi

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Chapter 49

That night.

Anriche had a dream. Before she became ‘Anriche,’ it was her previous life’s dream. In fact, it wasn’t a very happy memory.

Since she was born, she had to ask, ‘Why was she born?’

‘What the hell, useless girl…’

Her grandmother looked down at her first granddaughter, who burst into tears the first time, and said so with a sullen look.

Her mother had to be criticized by her grandmother for giving birth to a daughter as the first child.

His father also had a disappointed expression on his face.

She lived knowing that coldness was natural.

But, that was an illusion.

When his younger brother, the third-generation heir, was born, the entire family was literally immersed in the festive mood.

The younger brother was truly a precious son. The family was frustrated that they could not give the younger brother all the good things.

Even she could clearly see her mother’s love for her brother. Because ‘a woman who gave birth to a useless girl’ and ‘a woman who gave birth to a precious third-generation heir’ were treated differently.

She laughed bitterly.

‘…The reason why I fell in love with novels.’

Because the protagonists of the novel had a happy future prepared for them. Unlike her, who was secretly bullied even within her family.

However…

“Mo, Mom…”

“Hey, are you awake?”

Anriche skillfully went to Elliot, mumbling in her arms.

Liliana also dug into Anriche’s arm in her sleep.

“Mother…”

“Sleep more.”

After touching the children’s bodies a few times, they quickly fell into a deep sleep. Anriche, who looked at them, felt a sense of happiness that made her chest tighten.

‘My family.’

Now she also has a family.

They can look at each other and smile, have friendly conversations, and feel comfortable just being together.

…That kind of family.

***

The next day.

Viscountess Ivan visited the townhouse of Saxony in the early morning.

‘Since the Grand Madam of the Marquisate of Saxony went in person, there must be good news, right?’

It had been a while since she was smiling like that.

However, after hearing the words of the Grand Madam of the Marquisate of Saxony, her face turned pale as if she was about to faint at any moment.

“I have no idea how to help.”

“…Yes?”

“Didn’t you hear me? I can’t help Viscountess Ivan anymore.”

The Grand Madam of the Marquisate of Saxony angrily retorted.

Astonished, Viscountess Ivan stammered her words without realizing it. “Bu, but. Ob, obviously, the grand madam of the Marquisate of Saxony will take care of this…”

“I even went to the Duchy of Valois myself, what more do you want me to do in that situation?”

Unlike when she reassured Viscount Ivan the other day, her voice was as cold as ice.

“If this becomes a battle between Valois and Saxony, I will be in trouble, too.”

“Anyway, that’s…!”

“Why do you beat a child in the first place? I told you to do it in moderation.”

The Grand Madam of the Marquisate of Saxony shook her head pathetically. “Well, there’s nothing I can do now, so take care of yourself.”

“Grand, Grand Madam!”

“Who are you screaming in front of me right now?!”

As she continued to press her like that, the Grand Madam raised her shrill voice. Because of that, Viscountess Ivan had a face that looked like she was about to cry.

Meanwhile, the Grand Madam of the Marquisate of Saxony bit her tongue, burying herself in the plush sofa.

“I don’t know what to do with Anriche, and I’m dying of a headache.”

Having said that, she pointed her eyes at the door.

It was an obvious get-out order.

Viscountess Ivan felt her eyes darken.

4. Elliott is Elliot, Liliana is Liliana

The extraordinary measures taken by the Duchy of Valois caught people’s attention at a glance.

“The Duchess of Valois had Viscountess Ivan kneel for three hours?”

“Besides, the Valois recovered all the money they invested in Ivan’s business.”

“Even the recall was with the consent of the Duke…”

As a result of recovering Valois’ investment, the Viscountess Ivan family suffered an irreversible blow. Obviously, the business had to be completely shut down. In addition, Their economy was not in a position to live on such a system at all, so they had to go to the countryside.

People were very nervous.

“They said the Grand Madam of the Marquisate of Saxony tried to mediate the situation somehow, but to no avail.”

“That’s right. The Duchess even said that she didn’t want to interact with Saxony for the time being.”

“Isn’t that the reason Valois’ wrath is so great?”

“It’s true that all this happened with one little girl from Aberyt County…”

Public opinion in the social world was half, and half—Anriche’s actions were excessive, or Viscountess Ivan crossed the line. So, people quarreled.

However, no matter what people were saying, the Duchy of Valois was just peaceful. As proof of that, Anriche and Liliana were now sitting together on the sunny training ground. It was to watch Elliot undergo his swordsmanship training.

The two chattered.

“Liliana, how’s the class going?”

“Oh, it’s so much fun.”

Liliana replied with a bright smile.

When she saw her like that, Anriche was satisfied with herself. After firing Viscountess Ivan, Anriche hand-picked the teachers.

Perhaps it was worth it since Liliana seemed to be studying quite happily recently.

Meanwhile, the little girl called Anriche with a serious face.

“But, mother.”

“Huh?”

“Why is painting included among the qualities a lady should have?”

“….”

At that serious question, Anriche was at a loss for words to answer her.

Liliana looked down at the sketchbook, which she was scribbling with the pencil, with a sullen face. There was a picture that was barely recognizable as a flower.

“Honestly, I don’t think I have any talent for drawing…”

“Well, if you study hard, you will be able to draw much better than you are now!”

Saying that, Anriche smiled awkwardly.

Liliana looked up at her with an eager face.

“Really?”

“Well, I think so…”

…To be honest, she thought it’s true that Liliana doesn’t have a talent for drawing. At that moment, Anriche was drenched in a cold sweat.

“Wow, Mother!”

“Yes?”

“Look at that, I think Elliot is going to fight!”

Fortunately, Liliana was curious about Elliot’s training.

Anriche let out a sigh of relief. “Yeah. That being said, I’m also seeing Elliot fight for the first time.”

“Oh, mother, too?”

At Liliana’s naive question, she felt a tingle in her inner conscience. To be precise, ‘Anriche of the original’ was indifferent to her son…

‘Anyway, now, I’m Anriche.’

She promised to herself to pay close attention to Elliot in the future.

On the other hand, the fight between Elliot and the knight was intensifying.

Khakakak, khak!

The two wooden swords clashed violently.

Anriche glanced at Liliana at her side. Come to think of it, isn’t it the first time Liliana has seen swordsmanship training herself?

‘What if she was surprised by the violent action?’

At that time, Anriche was making a worried expression without realizing it. With her fists clenched cutely, Liliana let out a groaning voice.

“Oh, I don’t think it’s possible to stop like that…”

…What?

Anriche was momentarily bewildered.

“Liliana, what do you mean?”

“Oh, nothing.”

Liliana came to her senses, and a cold sweat broke out inside her.

‘…What should I do? I was just talking to myself. What if I looked rude?’

On the other hand, at the answer of ‘nothing,’ which appeared like Liliana’s habit, Anriche narrowed her eyes. She then opened her mouth slowly.

“You know what, Liliana?”

“Yes?”

“The most frustrating way to make a person feel uncomfortable is to stop talking.”

“….”

Liliana, who had been eyeing Anriche, carefully opened her mouth in the end.

“Well, Elliot…”“Why Elliot?”

“This is just my opinion… but I think he’s focusing too much on blocking the wooden sword.”

In response to the unexpected reply, Anriche opened her eyes wide and looked at Liliana. As if the gaze from her was burdensome, the little girl slowly turned her head toward the training ground.

“Well, I guess… Elliot… he must have stronger basic physical strength, doesn’t he?”

“Right?”

“But, it takes strength to block the sword.”

Liliana narrowed her eyes, observing her knight and Elliot’s movements.

Seeing that, Anriche opened her eyes wide.

‘What…?’

The figure that had just looked into Anriche’s eyes just disappeared suddenly.

Liliana was suddenly staring at the match between the two as if she was possessed. She was so focused that she leaned her body more and more towards the training ground, leaning forward.

“In a battle of strength, I think Elliot has no choice but to lose.”

“That’s right, because there are physical differences between adults and children…”

“Then, wouldn’t it be better for him to let the attack flow rather than to face it unconditionally?”

…Oh, my God.

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