Chapter 64

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Chapter 64

Princess Wendy von Fresia was listening to a report about Kane.

“So, you’re saying that Kane Rehinar killed Faro, a Mid-tier 4th class Knight, in one strike?”

“That’s correct.”

Wendy smiled alluringly.

All she needed was Rehinar’s honor.

But what’s this?

Kane Rehinar, known across the continent as a dullard, showed a different side.

“Unexpected.”

“All the information about the Rehinar Family is written here.”

Her captain handed over a paper filled with writing.

As she read it, her expression changed rapidly.

“Is everything written here true?”

“It’s the information from the Black Crow Exchange.”

“And about Kane Rehinar?”

“Well...”

“Don’t hesitate, speak.”

“The Black Crow placed a ‘Black’ grade on him.”

Wendy’s alluring smile disappeared.

She wore a look of irritation, yet her beauty brightened the surroundings.

“Then say my name.”

“It was... useless.”

“How bold.”

The room’s air turned cold.

Seeing her displeased expression, the captain prostrated himself.

“I’m sorry.”

“If you’re sorry, kill all the Black Crow members who disturbed my peace.”

Despite her pretty face, the first princess had a cruel nature.

“They have more hidden bases than revealed ones. If we handle this wrong, it will cause a lot of trouble.”

Compared to the first princess’s power, the Black Crow exchange was weak.

But before being a giant information network, they were a group of people living on the fringes of society.

They had nothing to lose.

If they decided to attack, it would be quite troublesome.

“It seems Hatzfeld is moving to subjugate the Black Crow exchange, so it might be best to wait a bit.”

“I really don’t like this.”

Nothing had ever gone against her will before.

But now!

She was obstructed by an unexpected person.

Kane Rehinar.

The world’s dullard now had a Black grade information lock.

It was deeply annoying.

“What’s certain is that the guardian lord deceived everyone and raised an amazing heir.”

“We were truly fooled.”

“Perhaps that’s why the Crown Prince’s side, which had been quiet, is now busy. You should also act proactively, Princess.”

The first princess nodded.

“I plan to make a bombshell announcement at the Star Ball.”

“Could it be that you’ve chosen Kane Rehinar?”

“He seems quite capable, so it wouldn’t be bad to take him as my husband.”

“But isn’t Hatzfeld working to overthrow Rehinar?”

“I’ll inform them to stop. If I marry him, Rehinar will be entirely mine, so it’s better to preserve his strength.”

The captain’s face twisted.

He had followed Wendy von Fresia and became her guard captain.

Serving her by her side was his joy.

But now!

As she chose a marriage partner, jealousy flared up.

‘Kane Rehinar. I can’t accept someone like you as the husband of the first princess.’

The captain ground his teeth.

The first princess was everyone’s lover.

She wasn’t a woman to be monopolized.

He detailed even the smallest concerns about disparaging Kane.

“There is a matter of concern.”

“What is it?”

“It might be difficult to control Kane Rehinar.”

“You’re referring to the incident at the Royal Military Academy?”

“Yes. The Royal Military Academy was established by His Majesty. Committing murder there so openly is an affront to His Majesty.”Finnd new chapters at novelhall.com

The first princess nodded.

Kane’s shocking behavior.

What noble would dare challenge the authority of the royal family?

Only a madman would do such a thing.

“Hahaha, that’s why I need to be with him even more. A man who would do anything for me. Isn’t that wonderful?”

As the first princess praised Kane, the captain clenched his teeth.

“I’m really looking forward to the Star Ball.”

Camilla’s shoulders lifted with pride at her master’s changing reputation.

Thanks to Blata, Rose’s treatment was quickly completed.

On the evening when the Star Ball was to begin, a messenger from the palace came to Kane.

“The first princess sent you?”

The palace maids’ expressions stiffened at Kane’s rude tone.

“Princess Wendy has sent you an outfit for the ball.”

They suppressed their anger as they spoke.

However, their expressions turned incredulous at his response.

“I don’t need it.”

“Princess Wendy personally sent it.”

“So?”

“Pardon?”

“Do I have an obligation to wear it?”

The maids showed their discomfort at his arrogant attitude.

“Please be respectful. This is a favor from Princess Wendy von Fresia of the Fresia Empire. The Young Duke cannot refuse such an offer.”

Kane smirked.

His eyes narrowed, showing his contempt.

“How foolish. She’s trying to pull a ridiculous stunt.”

Having him wear royal attire instead of Rehinar’s?

That meant she intended to publicly announce their engagement at the Star Ball.

Additionally, it would present him not as the Duke of Rehinar but as the first princess’s prospective husband.

It would place Rehinar under her control.

“Go back and tell the first princess: her advances are disgusting, and she should stop.”

The maids finally snapped at Kane’s harsh words.

They weren’t ordinary maids.

They were women with mana, a combat group that used magic, just like the first princess.

The maids were Mid-Tier 4th class.

As the first princess’s close aides, they possessed considerable strength.

“How dare you insult the princess!”

Nearly twenty maids flared up with power, causing parts of the inn building to tear apart.

Camilla tried to stand in front of Kane, but he stopped her.

“It’s fine. I’ll handle this.”

“But if you step in, things will escalate....”

Kane raised his hand to stop her.

Blata, seeming excited by the conflict, cheered Kane on.

“Hehe. Kill them all!”

Kane stuffed Blata into his chest pocket.

“Ugh!”

Blata groaned, but Kane paid no attention.

He simply took a step toward the maids.

The atmosphere around them changed.

As soon as Kane lifted the sword sheathed at his side with his finger!

“Ugh!”

The maids clutched their chests simultaneously.

“Don’t show that filthy energy in front of me. It makes me want to kill you all.”

The maids’ power wasn’t from the Fresia Empire.

It was from Hatzfeld, specifically Dirk Hatzfeld’s side.

“For the sake of your master, I’ll spare your lives. But you will face punishment for your arrogance in front of me.”

“Duke, no!”

Camilla tried to stop him, but Kane’s sword was already drawn.

A flash of light sliced through the air.

The space was cut into three parts.

At the same time, the maids screamed.

“Ahhhhh!”

Three deep wounds appeared on their faces.

The cuts were so severe that they would be unable to show their faces in public again.

Scarring a woman’s face was tantamount to a death sentence.

“And don’t think about crossing my path again. Just seeing your power makes me want to kill you.”

With those words, Kane left the inn.

The atmosphere was icy.

Only the Black Crow members were left trembling.

“Um....”

The innkeeper approached Kane.

“Bill the palace for the roof repairs.”

“Yes....”

Kane headed toward the palace where the Star Ball was being held.

Blata, crumpled in his pocket, voiced his complaint.

“No fun. Why are you going easy on them?”

“Sometimes, this kind of half-hearted provocation enrages the opponent more than killing them all.”

“Really!? Is that true?”

“Now, I’m curious to see how the first princess will react.”

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