Chapter 988:

Chapter 988:

Madeline had decided to take an extended vacation!

After the fall of the Black Dragon, the entire world had entered a rare period of peace. Wars between countries had been set aside, and even the conflicts between humans and monsters had nearly come to an end.

The large clusters of monsters no longer existed. Only in the deep forests and remote areas did occasional monsters still linger. Humanity no longer had to dispatch large armies to exterminate these creatures. Instead, small units were dispatched to handle these pests over time.

The two great canyons, one being the Crystal Canyon and the other the Stone Canyon.

The Crystal Canyon, a military fortress, marked the border between the Kingdom of Gran and the Desert Kingdom. There wasnt much to change there. The Stone Canyon, on the other hand, had long been transformed into a tourist city by Robb. He had built numerous cultural attractions for tourists.

Initially, the growth of the city was not remarkable. But as the railway system improved, making transportation more convenient, the advantages of a tourist city began to show. More and more nobles took the train to Stone Canyon, staying for a few days, exploring the man-made attractions and entertainment facilities.

Economically, the city flourished due to tourism. The population surged, and tax revenues soared, quickly surpassing many traditional large cities.

At that moment, Madeline sat in the mansion of Stone Canyon, holding a thick ledger. After flipping through it briefly, she tossed it to a clerk behind her, remarking, I dont want to read this complicated ledger. Im not a civil servant!

The clerk quickly replied with a smile, Of course, everyone knows you are the most powerful commander in the Kingdom of Gran.

Madeline glared, If you three dont want to lose your heads, make sure these accounts are accurate.

The clerk wiped the sweat from his forehead, thinking that although Madeline seemed clueless about finances in front of the city officials, she was quite a formidable figure. The saying that women become savvy when managing household finances was not without merit.

As he pondered this, Robb Smith emerged from an inner room, greeting Madeline with a smile and a wave, Ah, Madeline, youre on vacation again?

Seeing him, Madelines face lit up like a blooming lily, Ah, youre back? When I arrived, the officials said you had gone on a world tour with Godfather. I tried calling Godfather but couldnt reach him. I was wondering where to find you. How did you get back so suddenly?

Robb coughed awkwardly, Checking accounts, dear?

Blushing, Madeline nodded, Yes, just checking for fun.

Robb had glared irritably at the clerk. The tax records of Stone Canyon shouldnt have been casually shown to anyone. Even if they were to be shown, they should only be presented to the officials sent by the queen for tax inspection. Why were they shown to a military officer?

An indeterminate amount of time passed before the door was abruptly kicked open. Madeline rushed out, her expression a peculiar mix of emotions, most likely from the overwhelming revelations.

Baron Nuolun inquired, When are you two planning to have a child?

Eh? What? Madelines face turned beet red, So soon? We arent even married yet! Wouldnt the child be illegitimate?

She then ran in circles around the garden, once, twice, thirty times.

Suddenly, she stopped, a bright smile on her face. Ah! I get it now! If Mr. Robb is indeed Godfather, it means hes even more powerful than Id imagined! I dont need to foolishly wait for him to ascend to the position of Duke anymore. I dont have to worry about overshadowing him and hurting his ego. I can marry him right now! There are no more concerns, and if we can get married, then theres no fear in having a child!

She re-entered the room shed just left, where Robb awaited her.

Robb said, Eh? I pulled you in here just to discuss what I told you earlier. What did you think I was planning?

Madeline responded, Eh? When a man pulls a woman into a secluded room, youre saying it was just to discuss that trivial matter?

She continued, You dont have other intentions?

Robb replied, I am a decent man.

Madeline pouted, Then Ill have to be the indecent one.

In no time at all, she took the initiative.

Listening in, Baron Nuolun shook his head, Ah, she truly is a Duke. Such strong mental resilience! Such a shocking secret and she adjusted so quickly. The thinking of todays youth is truly unique. I really cant understand them.

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