Chapter 91

Chapter 91

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Chapter 91

You know how some families are really devout in their religion and try to force it on their future son-in-law or daughter-in-law? And if the fiancé or fiancée is of a different faith, or no faith at all, and refuses, the family throws a fit, saying things like, ‘No marriage to our child unless you convert!’

Surprisingly, even though religion is a much bigger deal in this life than my past one—to the point where divine blessings and whatnot actually exist—that kind of thing rarely happens here.

The reason is pretty simple—other religions are just too insignificant compared to the Goddess of Light. Most citizens of the Empire have long since embraced the Light.

Anyway, I wasn’t worried about the religious aspect, even though I’m not exactly a devout follower of the Light. One way or another, I do believe in it, and there’s no other religion to speak of.

‘But my girlfriend’s grandfather is a devout follower of a religion that calls me a benefactor and a noble person?’

This was completely unexpected. I hadn’t even considered this possibility. So, as I headed to Selena’s family home at the invitation of the former Marquis Nafplion, I felt quite uneasy.

“...This feels like I’m going to meet the parents.”

“Well, it’s kind of like that. Why? Are you nervous?”

“It would be a lie if I said I wasn’t. But, well... it’s something I have to do eventually, so I guess it’s good timing. It’s nice that I’ll get to meet your grandfather too.”

No matter what, in the eyes of Marquis Nafplion, I’m the guy who’s stealing his daughter.

Not in a bad way, but in the way all fathers see their future sons-in-law at first. A father’s love for his daughter is the same everywhere.

So, to win over my future father-in-law, it’s best to start by winning over the people around him.

My girlfriend’s siblings are a good start, but the best person is, of course, my future mother-in-law. Honestly, how many men can withstand the wrath of their wives?CHeCk for new stories on no/v/el/bin(.)c0m

And then there’s the former head of the family, my father-in-law’s father. If I can win him over, it’s a done deal. A grandfather’s love for his granddaughter is just as strong as a father’s love for his daughter. Having him on my side? That’s unbeatable.

‘Come to think of it, recovering the sacred relic for the Church was... a real stroke of luck, wasn’t it?’

I’ve definitely earned some points beyond that. In fact, I’ve earned way more than enough.

First of all, I saved Selena’s older brother, the heir to the Marquis of Nafplion. Honestly, I didn’t even know about this. I wasn’t aiming for it, but it just happened.

To be honest, I didn’t even know about this. I definitely didn’t plan it, but that’s just how it turned out.

And as a bonus, I even received the Medal of Honor for it. A son-in-law who’s received that medal twice? As an Imperial noble, that’s pretty hard to ignore.

Plus, my family isn’t too shabby either. The County of Friedrich is doing quite well, and now that my older sister is the Crown Princess and future Empress of the Empire... wow. Just thinking about it is overwhelming.

Anyway, even though Marquis Nafplion might see me as a thief at first, I don’t think he’ll see me as a bad guy for long.

Honestly, it would be weird if I lost points. There’s no one else in the world like me, the perfect son-in-law—

‘...Ah.’

Oh, crap. Right. Grad school. I forgot. Selena chose to go to grad school because of me.

That thought made all the points I thought I’d accumulated vanish into thin air.

The culprit who sent his daughter to grad school for three years? Even I wouldn’t be able to forgive that.

“Karl? Karl!”

“Huh? Oh, Selena. Did you call?”

“We’re almost there. Is everything okay? You seem distracted.”

Ah, about that, Selena. You see...

“...What did the Marquis say?”

“Huh?”

“It’s a pleasure to meet you, Grandfather. I’m Karl Adelheit of the County of Friedrich.”

“I am Roem Ifrit. It’s a pleasure to meet you, Blessed One.”

“Please, don’t be so formal. I’m not comfortable being addressed with honorifics by Selena’s grandfather.”

“Hahaha. Alright, alright. But that doesn’t change the fact that you’re the Blessed One. A young hero.”

That’s enough for now. There was so much I wanted to say, but it was time to yield to my son.

He was the Marquis of Nafplion and Selena’s father. He would have far more to discuss with Karl than me.

“Welcome, Karl.”

“Thank you for your warm welcome, Your Grace.”

The two of them started chatting right away, even though they weren’t in the drawing room yet.

Roem watched them for a moment before turning his gaze to his granddaughter standing beside him.

“Our granddaughter has a good eye for men.”

“Right?”

“He’s well-mannered, handsome... He’s perfect for our granddaughter, perfect.”

“Oh my. It’s not that far yet...”

“Hmm? You’re not thinking about marriage?”

Selena’s face flushed red at Roem’s question.

“Th-that’s not it...”

“If that’s not it, then you should start preparing now, Lenny. Opportunities don’t come to those who wait, they come to those who constantly strive for them. In this old man’s eyes, this is an opportunity you must seize.”

[PR/N: Wise words!]

As a grandfather with a lovely granddaughter, as the former head of the Ifrit family, and as a devout follower of the Goddess of Light, Karl Adelheit was the perfect son-in-law.

His past actions showed that he would never mistreat his wife. That was the first pass.

His looks were a perfect match for our granddaughter, who was the most beautiful woman in the Empire. That was the second pass.

He was the first person in the history of the Empire to receive the Medal of Honor twice, and while still alive, so his honor and fame alone were a gift to the Ifrit family and the Marquis of Nafplion. That was the third pass.

‘And finally, he performed miracles for the followers of the Goddess of Light. That’s the final pass.’

Roem was already determined to persuade his son, the current Marquis of Nafplion, if he showed any signs of opposition or hesitation.

This marriage had to happen, for the sake of his daughter and the family.

Of course, it was a shame that Selena was going to graduate school, but that was her own choice.

Besides, it was a good thing for her to get a master’s degree. It would be another source of pride for the Ifrit family.

“Hahahaha!”

Well, it seemed like the old man’s worries were unfounded.

Marquis Nafplion, who had been talking to Karl, burst into laughter and was already putting his arm around Karl’s shoulders.

I didn’t know exactly what they had talked about, but it was a positive reaction. As far as I knew, my son wouldn’t laugh like that unless he was genuinely happy.

‘This must also be the will of God. He has given us this marriage as a gift, touched by our family’s faithfulness.’

He wanted to marry them off right away, but he decided to be patient. His son-in-law was still a student at the academy, and his granddaughter would be busy with graduate school.

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