Chapter 240

Chapter 240Previous

Volume 7

Venua got up from the floor and headed toward the door. Despite having his hands tied in front of him, he didnt, for even a moment, hide his displeasure. Nonetheless, Lil followed behind him while aiming the gun at her brother.

When Venua kicked the door open, he raised a question.

Where are you trying to escape to?

Is that something I need to tell you?

If youre planning to return to the Retiro residence, just forget it. You dont expect the Marquess to continue protecting you, do you? He probably only knew about Ren Mireilles involvement, so do you think he would keep holding on to the hem of your shirt if he knows hes actually facing me?

Dont talk about him so carelessly.

Who? Are you talking about the Marquess? Liloa, hes a mixed-blood with no roots in this Empire

Lil suddenly shoved Venuas back with the muzzle of her gun, causing her opponents body to tense and stiffen.

I told you to stop talking about him in that way. Dont expect me to have the same level of patience as in the past, especially now that I have experienced everything that Id been longing for in the outside world. I have no reason to put up with you anymore. And considering how my arms are still shaking from being beaten for the first time in a long while, I could actually miss my aim. Of course, Id like to avoid your vital points, but Im not sure I can in this state

Venua glanced back, twisting his mouth.

Youve become quite good at threatening people. I see youve gotten more cunning since you grew older. Your temper has also worsened. Parents often say that their daughters become more cunning and temperamental with age. I can see now how that isnt an exaggeration at all.

Funny, I dont remember throwing bottles and breaking chairs like my brother just did, so why do you say its me who has the temper?

Stop talking back to me. Its frustrating enough to see that all the culture and etiquette Ive taught you have been wasted away

Thankfully, my brother is cultured. Hes so well educated that he knew he had to beat his own sibling since they were young.

Beat you? If anyone hears this, theyll think I really hit you Ah yes, you mustve been tarnishing my reputation by going around saying stuff like that to disparage the fact that I disciplined my sister in the hopes that she would grow up properly. Dont forget you became the way you are now because you received my discipline. People wouldnt even bother opening their eyes to look at you if it werent for it.

Our conversation continues in circles In fact, this isnt an unfamiliar situation at all as Venua always insisted that he has no recollection of what he had done to me. And if I ever tried bringing it up like now, he would just tell me to ignore it as those days had long passed

Remembering the old days, Lil chose to hit back with a remark Venua often threatened her with.

Dont make me gag you.

In the past, Venua actually gagged Lil. Freedom of speech was the first of many freedoms that Lil had been deprived of.

But Venua will refuse to remember this as well.

The ears visible from behind turned red.

Well, speaking of gags, Venua is probably experiencing this level of humiliation and shame for the first time in his life. Whats more, the threats are uttered by none other than myself, his little sister. I can only imagine how humiliating he must be feeling.

With a glare, Lil thrusted her gun into Venuas face.

The corridor.

The cold muzzle that suddenly touched his cheek startled Venua, and it urged him to walk. Still, he added more words while looking ahead.

Okay, Ill tell you what. Thinking about the affection Ive developed for you so far, Ill let you read a few more books Strangely enough, youve loved books ever since you were little But theres one thing you should know. All that has happened to you up till now is the result of daring to read with your limited brain. Misusing knowledge is a speciality of women after all. And it frustrates me even more because youre so unaware that even your arrogant attitude now is evidence of my failure to raise you.

What a disgusting appeasement. The fact that he thinks appeasement can be established through just that is utterly disgusting.

Keep in mind that your greatest value lies in satisfying a man and giving birth to his children. After all those years, how can you still not know your brothers heart, which is just concerned about your future?

Keeping her distance from Venua by stretching out her arm, Lil stroked the horses mane with her other hand. The beast lifted its head from digging into the hay feeder. Lil then stared at Venua while fiddling with the reins.

Even now, he seems to be contemplating whether or not to scream loudly or how he can subdue me.

If thats truly your concern, I think you can stop now.

I cant believe thats all you can say

My legs are made for walking and running

Lil climbed into the saddle and took the reins.

they exist so I can stand on my own.

Rainwater fell from the corridors awning and hit the floor. In the midst of the heavy rain, Lil kicked the stirrup and her horse started walking.

Beneath her muzzle, Venuas lowered figure looked dwarfed, however he suddenly raised his head as if he had made up his mind.

The Archduke is in critical condition.

The voice sounded like it came through gnashing teeth.

I know that my father, the Archduke, is ill, but has his illness progressed to the point where hes now in critical condition?

Still, Lil decided that it would be best for her not to get shaken by his words. She paused for a moment before answering as calmly as possible.

This isnt the first time he has been in critical condition for a day or two

Dr. Limue said its really dangerous this time. Father said he wants to see your face once before he passes. Even if you were already presumed dead, he was stubborn. He assured me that you were definitely alive. Thats why I had no choice but to make him a promise You I will bring you, Liloa

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