Chapter 129:

Chapter 129:

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(Contractor)

Out of the blue butterflies fluttered around, disrupting her thoughts. The attentive butterflies acted extra fragile.

(We tired.)

(Exerted. A lot. Tired.)

(Praise, give.)

For once, they had a task, and the butterflies whined as if it were an opportunity.

Peep!

However, under the table, a small pumpkin-eyed hatchling raised its head and stared hungrily at the butterflies.

As Onyx perched on the edge of the table swung his forepaw, the butterflies recoiled in disgust.

(Lowly creature.)

(Stupid. Annoying.)

They grumbled with disdain, but to the baby dragon, it was a rather sophisticated vocabulary.

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The butterfly creatures flapped their wings irritably and moved away from Juliet, but the baby dragons eyes lit up when he saw that they werent easy prey.

Watching this, Juliet thought for a moment, It seems that the butterflys illusions doesnt work dragons.

Just like when Onyx casually ate the curse, he may have seemed like a kitten most of the time, but the baby dragon was subtly competent.

Come here, Nix.

Juliet split an apple in half and offered it to the baby dragon.

Nom!

Onyx was immediately distracted by the apple, and the butterflies moved out of his sight.

Knock, knock.

Someone lightly knocked on the reception room door.

Come in.

The one who entered after opening the door was Duke Carlyles doctor.

Hello, Miss Juliet.

The Dukes doctor greeted Juliet warmly.

Welcome, Lord Halbery.

Juliet also smiled and invited him to take a seat.

Yes.

When the doctor sat across from the table, Juliet handed him a teacup.

Please, have some.

Thank you. Its good tea.

While the baby dragon nibbled on the apple under the table, the two of them enjoyed their tea for a moment.

Secretary Elliot said you were looking for me. Is there anything wrong?

Yes.

Is there something troubling you?

Its not that. I just have a question. May I ask?

To me? Haha.

The Dukes doctor chuckled for a moment and then nodded readily.

Yes, feel free to ask anything.

Thank you, Lord Halbery.

Juliet smiled. Then, with the same smile, she asked:

What was the reason for His Highnesss mothers passing?

Cough, cough!

The doctor coughed loudly and seemed startled. With a worried expression, he asked:

Oh, Miss, where did you hear?

Seeing his troubled expression, Juliet was sure that the Dukes doctor also knew.

Oh, that.

Juliet vaguely understood.

In other words, Lennox Carlyle hadnt yet voiced his opinion on what to do with Marquis Guinnesss property.

But weve gathered all the evidence! So, His Highness should rightfully take Marquis Guinnesss property, shouldnt he?

Well, yes.

Think about it, Miss Juliet. The fertile lands in the south and Guinnesss extravagant jewelry collection, Elliot enthusiastically persuaded Juliet and then proposed. Is there any jewelry you would like to have? If there is, I will tell His Highness

No, its not like that.

Did she have anything she wanted? Not really. Most of the Guinness Marquiss wealth consisted of Southern lands, and what would she do with more land? She wasnt going to farm it.

Marquis Guinnesss gems arent that appealing either

Juliet suddenly felt like she was missing something.

What was it?

While Juliet pondered for a moment, Elliot continued speaking.

In fact, there is a situation where the disposal rights of the Marquiss property could be transferred during the nobles assembly.

Elliot murmured anxiously.

They claim to have contributed a lot to the estate and have a say in its management

Is that so?

Yes. However, as you can see, His Highness doesnt seem particularly interested in the Marquiss property.

Elliot sighed.

Juliet glanced around the banquet hall for a moment.

Unlike usual, she felt free from annoying gazes. This was partly because foreign envoys, all dressed extravagantly in exotic clothing, were taking center stage, but it was also because there were no nobles openly challenging or provoking her.

Only the foreign delegates occasionally regarded Juliet with curious eyes.

What if Duke Carlyle devours Marquis Guinness?

And there were imperial nobles who kept an eye on Lennox Carlyle.

So its important that we act together. If Duke Carlyle, too, asserts his rights, he wont be able to monopolize the property.

His Majesty should be more cautious about the Duke as well.

While they didnt openly oppose the Duke, they didnt hide their concerns.

With public opinion as it is, itll be a headache if the matter goes to the nobles.

Elliot whispered seriously.

Of course, its commendable that you exposed the true nature of the fake magic stone mine.

Elliot praised with a proud expression.

Thanks to that, the market share has shifted to our side. However

Wouldnt it be even better if we could secure Marquis Guinnesss property?

Elliots face lit up with enthusiasm as he nodded vigorously.

Thats exactly it.

Juliet hesitated for a moment.

Could it be that youre asking me to request for the nobles votes?

Im not dreaming of anything like that. Rather, I would be grateful if you could persuade His Highness.

Me, persuade?

Didnt he say that he would listen carefully to Miss Juliet?

Juliet chuckled.

Well.

Elliot sent her a pleading look, but Juliet gave a bitter smile and glanced at where Lennox had been sitting.

Lennox seemed to have left his seat for a moment.

Over the past two days, the atmosphere between them had not been as harmonious as one might expect. Elliot had even asked if they had argued.

Even when they had shared the same carriage on their way to the banquet, they hadnt exchanged a word.

Elliot.

Juliet sighed lightly and then smiled.

Yes?

How many noble votes do you need?