Chapter 78:

Chapter 78:

TN: Its officially been 3 months, so Ill be taking over. Itll be a weekly release. Please enjoy~

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Its been 3 years since I came to the Imperial University.

Thank you all for gathering here.

Inside the hotels large conference room are aristocrats with menacing appearances.

Among them is someone who has white hair in an all-back hairstyle and is displaying a relaxed attitude despite his young age.

This villain-like individual that can put people on a constant edge is Count [Francis Sera Ganne].

Iya~ Im really honored to be summoned by the Capitals star in the creation of a new faction.

Hes smiling amicably, but no one knows what hes thinking inside.

Its a quality often found in villains.

Next to him, a muscular ossan with an eyepatch, or should I say Count [Jeriko Sera Goal], is laughing vigorously.

There are countless scars all over his body.

With the current medical technology, they can be easily erased, but he has not done so, meaning that he wants to intimidate others with his scars.

This persons face and countenance also scream villain.

I never thought Id be called by the youngun of the Banfield family!

He throws a sarcastic remark towards me to probe me.

Despite what his large frame might suggest, he seems to be rather meticulous.

He might not be as bullish as he looks.

In the middle of all this, Baron Exner, who is like a middle-aged man, steps forward as a coordinator.

Rather than that, is Mr. Liam serious about starting a new faction? Even weve heard rumors about His Highness Cleos situation, you know?

The prince farthest away from the throne.

Its no wonder that hes worried hearing my intention to support Cleo.

However, the odds are in my favor.

Of course. After all, Ive promised His Highness Cleo that Ill guide him to the seat to the throne.

The nobles begin to whisper.New novel chapters are published on

These aristocrats are mainly lords that have their own territories.

Many of them are detached from the court, and just as many of them are not familiar with the internal situation.

Baron Exner voices his concerns.

I hear that His Majestys memory of him isnt so good?

And thats what makes this worthwhile.

His Majesty is most probably an enemy, so I have to get rid of him.

Count Ganne displays his interest in the topic.

Not bad~. Ever since my family angered His Majesty from several generations ago, we have been treated indifferently. I would like to take this opportunity to make a comeback.

What kind of wrongdoings did this guys family do?

Well, no matter. It just goes to show how reliable he is as a fellow villainous lord.

Count Goal is eventually convinced when more nobles approve of my plan.

I wouldnt want the troubles in the court to affect my territory, so its true that I would prefer to have a convenient Emperor. Nonetheless, arent His Highness Calvin and His Highness Linus both tough opponents?

Hearing that, I present the materials I have prepared.

Please read through these. It is about His Highness Linuss back-door transactions with foreign countries.

Count Ganne puts his hand on his chin.

Its not enough. Its isnt an unbelievable story, so I wouldnt be too surprised even if this is true. However, hell most likely deny it until the end regardless of the evidence.

Its fine even if it does not work.

All it matters is that rumor spreads about Linus doing something behind the scenes.

I can appeal His Highness Cleos uprightness by comparing him with Linus, who has dirtied his hands. I also do not think that this is enough to overtake Linus, so well be obtaining the throne with our abilities.

Baron Exner is sweating cold sweat.

He must be thinking that its too much for him.

There wont be any problem. It will be His Royal Highness Cleo who bears the brunt, and I will be there to back him. I simply wish for everyones implicit cooperation.

If others learn of how many allies we have, there are bound to be some people that would offer their cooperation.

Power in numbers!

That said, I gathered as many villains as I could but arent there less of them than I anticipated?

Did they disappear alongside the Berkeley family?

Liam became the representative of the faction and publicized his support of Cleo.

That evening, Linus came to visit Cleo.

The two of them were having a conversation about some unimportant matter in the reception room, but Linus grew impatient and went straight to the main point.

Cleo, I have misjudged you.

What do you mean by that?

I thought you would live a modest and stable life. For that reason, I have not made a move against you to this day.

Is that so.

Linus got up from the sofa.

From today, dont expect to sleep peacefully.

This was no different from Linus declaring war on Cleo.

You came over just to declare war on me? I see that you are quite confident, elder brother.

Dont get cocky, brat.

Linus stopped bothering about putting up an appearance.

Dont get conceited just because the kid from the Banfield family has decided to support you. Did you really think you are equal to me now that there are a hundred aristocrats by your side?

Noticing his brothers irritation, Cleo made a conjecture.

It looks like youre very frustrated. Did something happen?

Her father is His Majesty the Emperor and her mothers family is a great aristocrat.

However, none of the aristocrats are asking for her hand in marriage because she is the sister of His Highness Cleo.

In other words, unlike Wallace, she can marry whenever she wants to if the problem of His Highness Cleo is resolved.

Marriage?

Yes, theres no issue with her bloodline, and she is an upstanding person. I hope she is blessed with a good relationship.

I glance at the figure of Baron Exner who is drunk and sleeping.

An upstart family would want superior bloodline, yes?

Do you have someone in mind?

I wake up Baron Exner to have a discussion.

Although his consciousness is blurry, Baron Exner seems to be able to still talk.

Baron Exner, I have something to speak with you regarding Kurts marriage.

Kurt? Ah~~ yes, we need to quickly find him a partner.

Theres an acquaintance of mine who is a woman with a powerful bloodline. Its just that shes considerably older.

Older? No, if we do that Ill feel sorry for Kurt.

True, a difference of 70 years is a bit much.

70!? Isnt that within the permissible range?

Eh? It is?

However, if I think about it, this is a world where people have much longer lives.

Does 70 years difference not matter that much?

I hesitate for a second.

Will this be fine?

Having an older woman isnt bad. It would be nice for Kurt to have a wife he can rely on I think.

Things are getting a bit messy.

Will Kurt agree to this?

Hell be bothered if the age gap is over 100 years, but he said its fine otherwise I think.

Then we should introduce them to each other immediately.

In that case, lets have a miai straight away. Oh, and itll be a miai with the premise of marriage.

Fantastic! With this, Kurt can finally be considered full-fledge! Wait, huh? Do you think its better to marry after he graduates from the Military Academy?

Then the marriage will be after he graduates from the Military Academy.

Umu! No objection!

I tell this to Tia who is listening to our conversation.

Is it possible to meet with Kurt?

Yes. Do you want me to call for him?

Of course.

Huu~ With this, Ive taken care of my friends marriage.

Not only is her bloodline solid, shes also a rare beauty, so Im sure Kurt will be overjoyed.

I turn towards Baron Exner who has fallen asleep in joy.

Please look forward to the celebration, Baron.

It became chaotic when Baron Exner returned to his territory.

What do you mean a royalty will be marrying in?

Baron Exners wife was raising a fuss.

The entire mansion was in a state of uproar.

No idea! I have no clue! I was drunk and asleep. During the meantime, Kurts marriage was decided!

Were just upstart Barons! How can we possibly afford to welcome a woman from the Royal Family?

I-I said its impossible, but Liam-kun kept telling me, Itll work out. Itll work out.!

It wont! To begin with, were poor!

This was said by Kurts younger sister, [Ciel Sera Exner], who was also listening to the story.

She was someone with a long, loose silver hair and purple eyes.

She was a beautiful girl with clear eyes and an erect nose, just like Kurt.

Her body was small and slender.

While listening to her parents conversation, Ciel was also communicating with her brother Kurt.

I feel sorry for brother.

Really? But its a marriage that Liam put together, so I cant refuse it.

Seeing how delighted her brother was, Ciel felt like crying inside her heart.

(Ever since brother returned from his training, hes been saying Liam that and Liam this Liam, I wont forgive you.)

Before she knew it, her brother, who was the subject of her adoration, was constantly talking about Liam.

To Ciel, his younger sibling, this was not forgivable.

(And hes definitely not as nice a person as my brother thinks. Im sure hes black in the inside.)

Kurt was happy.

Marriage, huh? It feels so surreal. What should I wear next time when I meet Liam? Is uniform a good choice?

Ciel cried when she saw her brother more concerned about Liam than his omiai partner.

What souvenir should I bring? Something Liam would be pleased with

Witnessing how happy Kurt was, Ciel cut off their connection.

Brother, just you wait. Ill definitely wake you up.

Ciel was intent on taking off Liams mask.

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[1] Miai -> Matchmaking