The Damn Family Is Back Again chapter 127

127. The Blue Internal Medicine (4)

“Hmm. Even Flora and Carsein, the main characters, can’t be unaware of this. It seems that Claire, who arrived late at the villa, is the last line of defense.”

Arsiene sighed inwardly, having confirmed the reaction of the Bagrand Duke’s household.

Arsiene was aware of the duke’s household situation.

Carsein, the real son of the duke’s household who had gone missing, and Isabella, who had mental illness, had taken in Carsein.

It was predictable that Carsein would also experience domestic discord, just like other nobles.

After all, he was not a biological child, and they had taken in someone unrelated by blood.

He was not even a foster child but a complete stranger from a poor village who had entered their household due to Isabella’s influence.

That would be the greatest point of discord.

“But it’s turned out to be this serious. It’s more severe than I expected.”

Despite other families showing open hostility towards Carsein, not a single piece of news had reached them.

This was why the Bagrand Duke’s household couldn’t even mention their name.

No, they couldn’t even dare to mention it.

Whenever they mentioned that name, Carsein, who was unfamiliar with noble culture, would get caught up in the nobles’ intricate schemes, and no one would protect him.

It was always Carsein who would get into trouble and be scolded.

The rightful protests towards the nobles would be buried in public opinion.

How could a person endure this kind of situation repeatedly?

They would eventually think that they themselves were in the wrong.

In other words, Carsein didn’t even have permission to use his family’s name.

Even though his family was the esteemed Bagrand Duke’s household.

Now that Arsiene knew the whole story, she felt the severity of the situation even more.

And she realized how wrong Claire’s actions were in this situation.

-“You just need to scold them and separate from the nobles. If not, you’ll always be beaten. This is the best option.”

This was something that needed to be corrected immediately.

“Yes. This is news that can’t be buried.”

Arsiene slowly changed the subject from food to the western castle walls.

Very slowly.

They started by accessing external news.

Before long, the entire Bagrand Duke’s household was listening intently, unaware of anything.

Except for one person.

Carsein remained silent.

Arsiene smiled faintly and continued the conversation.

“A new city wall?”

“Yes. They’ve created a new city wall with a completely different composition, which is several times stronger than before and requires less maintenance.”

“Wow.”

“…That’s amazing.”

Even the efficiency increased, changing the consumption amount of raw materials, which alone was enough to cause a significant fluctuation in the market, making everyone exclaim in amazement.

Meanwhile, I briefly shifted my gaze to Karcein, but he didn’t show any interest.

It’s his own business, yet he’s so indifferent.

This kind of thing would be worth boasting about to family members, jumping up and down.

But he’s still so indifferent.

It’s somehow pitiful.

Karcein not sharing this story means he’s not even expecting anything.

So, Arsien decided to reveal everything in this place.

“If you’ve done something deserving of recognition, then you should be recognized. You can’t just wait for criticism with a defeated attitude.”

At least, that was Arsien’s motto.

“But, it’s strange. If they could move the ore to the west in such a short time… it would normally take a long period.”

Arsien let out a sigh of relief, and Arina, who had doubts, smiled slightly.

“That’s right. Unless you’re moving an entire mountain, it would take time. But, there’s been another big change in the empire.”

“…”

Clare subtly sensed something and shuddered.

“But that’s not enough, Clare.”

You need to dig deeper to understand what went wrong.

“The Wagleu Mountain was a huge barrier in the Pesseros Empire. To travel, you had to take a detour, and even that route wasn’t safe. Bandits would appear, making it a perfect spot for mountain thieves. It was a hazardous journey no matter which way you went.”

However, the west had completed the repairs perfectly within a short period.

Everyone must have had the same question in their minds.

How?

Arsien cut a steak into two pieces and placed it in the center, as if opening up a clear path.

“Could it be? Was a path created through the Wagleu Mountain?”

Arina, who caught on first, asked.

Arsien smiled and nodded.

“I was also surprised. They created a tunnel by drilling a hole through the mountain, making a passageway to the other side. At first, I thought it was a cave, but it turned out to be a road. With this, the path to the west has become a straight line.”

Arsien took out a map.

The new map showed roads passing through the Wagleu Mountain.

“This is the current map. Not only the west but also roads leading to other directions have been created, intersecting with each other. This place has become the largest transportation hub in the empire.”

“It’s incredible. Creating a road by drilling through the Wagleu Mountain, a solid rock mountain…”

“Was this done by Her Majesty the Princess?”

“Ha? Flora, the Young Lady? That’s impossible. I couldn’t even think of how to deal with this rock mountain. The idea itself was completely different.”

“Wow.”

“Hehe, she’s really an amazing person?”

“Yes!”

The newly created map and the intersection of the Wagleu Mountain.

Arsien smiled satisfactorily as the dukes’ family marveled at the map.

The one who had a different idea from the start was just sitting there, looking unimpressed, while Clare was silent, unlike the other family members.

“It’s time to put the finishing touches.”

The Last Stage.

It was the time to talk about someone else’s story from the beginning.

“But, there’s a speculation that the two people mentioned earlier are the same person.”

“The same person? “

“Yes. Isn’t it strange? Compare the time when the tunnel was created and the time when the materials were received from the Aiferos Marquis’ house. You should feel the continuity, don’t you?”

“Indeed… that’s true.”

“They must have done the two tasks simultaneously to get this timing.”

“This means that we can guess who that person is. Another time overlaps.”

Arshien, with a piece of pork on his fork, asks,

“Isabella, do you remember? When I was young, I hated pork.”

“I know. You and Clearena both hated pork when you were young.”

“So, I once said I’d give it up. Now I know it’s a wrong preference.”

Arshien, who seemed to be reminiscing, quickly put the piece of pork in his mouth and swallowed it.

“But, there are people who have allergic reactions to certain foods. For them, it’s as if there’s a food in the world that they can’t eat, isn’t it?”

At his words, Flora seemed to remember something and glanced at Carsein, who was quietly eating. He wasn’t paying attention.

So, Flora’s eyes started to tremble.

Arshien continued, as if waiting for this moment,

“In my opinion, it’s not that the taste doesn’t match, but that there’s a food that only they can’t eat. It’s extremely uncomfortable. No matter how delicious the food is, if they can’t put it in their mouth, they won’t feel good.”

“Hmm. That’s true. People have different tastes.”

“I’ve eaten all sorts of foods without a problem. Even when I had guests, there was never a dish that didn’t suit their taste. But at the royal court, and among other nobles, it’s basic etiquette to serve guests proper food. Don’t you think so?”

The other family members nodded in agreement.

Treating guests with basic courtesy is essential.

A well-prepared table setting is indispensable in the hospitality business.

“But, I recently heard some strange news. A famous restaurant in the industry served dishes containing allergenic ingredients to customers without knowing they had allergies.”

There was a pause.

The fork stopped in front of the steak.

“That person was very offended and stayed in a certain territory. The name of that territory is—”

“…Ruschmeyer.”

“That’s right. Claire.”

When Claire answered in a trembling voice, Arshien smiled brightly.

And the gaze in the room shifted to one person.

“Isn’t this ironic? The tea party attendees were all nobles from the eastern region, and the person who didn’t receive proper hospitality there went to Ruschmeyer. So, from here on, it’s my speculation. Young master.”

Arshien, with his hands clasped together, turned to Carsein.

“The lord of Ruschmeyer, who was deeply offended, ordered the tunnelers to dig a tunnel and created a safe and perfect passage, and then informed the Aiferos Marquis of the new method at the completion ceremony. I’ve made this speculation. What do you think?”

Those who hadn’t noticed the connection between the two pieces of news earlier now understood.

This series of events was continuous, just as Arshien had said.

And the person at the center of this incident was…

“If we consider the continuity of the events, it seems that you’re the person I’ve been thinking of. Can you give me a clear answer about this?”

“Yes. That’s correct.”

He himself was the target.

At that moment, a quiet, tense atmosphere settled over the dining hall.

– Ding!

▶With Arsiene’s protection, all penalties have been cancelled!◀

The justification for Carsein’s scolding vanished into thin air.

***

▶All penalties have been lifted!◀

The atmosphere in the dining hall changed in an instant.

After Arsiene explained the situation, the momentum to scold him disappeared without a trace.

Someone might have wanted to ask which family did such a thing, but since it was Arsiene, they seemed to be holding back.

However, she continued to speak without end.

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“It’s truly remarkable. The Rusmayear territory was a place that all nobles avoided governing. Not only did you revive it, but you also created a very useful passage by saving the village of craftsmen.”

“…”

“The princess’s words are correct, Carsein.”

“This isn’t something to be hidden; it’s something to be proud of.”

“Exactly! I thought the same thing when I went there.”

The intention was clear.

They were revealing all the facts that this family had been unaware of until now.

A one-sided story that I didn’t want to bring up, but they were digging up every last detail.

It was as if they were highlighting the advantages and hiding the disadvantages.

For Carsein, it was the most ideal situation.

Ariana, who should have been furious, didn’t say a word and just passed over it.

Isabella, who had been scolded for her unauthorized absence, asked if there was anywhere she was hurt.

Clare, who had been pinched, was startled and said that Shayden had examined her and found nothing wrong.

Floara, who had been watching me, wasn’t smiling; instead, she was tightly closing her mouth.

Everything was twisted.

It was obvious who was behind it, but it was certain that my plan hadn’t been ruined.

During the meal, Isabella suddenly whispered to me.

“Carsein, will you stay for a bit after the princess leaves? We have family matters to discuss.”

It was a suggestion to talk more after the meal.

Ariana also nodded in agreement.

But.

That wasn’t necessary from my perspective.

“No. I have an appointment scheduled right after this meal.”

“Don’t say that. Just give us a little time.”

“I’m sorry, but it’s an urgent appointment.”

“Carsein.”

When I firmly rejected Isabella’s request, Ariana seemed to be giving me a warning glance, even though she didn’t call out my name.

What would happen if I reacted like this?

“It’s true that the Archien Imperial Princess’s visit to the ducal family was because of me.”

“…”

“Isn’t that right?”

Although the timing of the event was a bit distorted, it’s true that Archien visited the ducal family because of me.

However, am I supposed to leave Archien, who came to see me, and continue talking with my family?

That’s something that can never happen in ‘their common sense’.

“You’re really…”

Archien also realized this and let out a faint sigh.

It wasn’t me who spoke first, but you.

“I’m sorry. I’m disturbing your family time.”

“What’s the big deal? It’s not like I’m disturbing you. Besides, I came without permission, so it’s not like I’m bothering anyone.”

“…Carsein. You’re in front of the Imperial Princess.”

“Why? That’s not a wrong thing to say, is it?”

When I replied awkwardly, Arina’s eyebrows twitched.

“Don’t be ridiculous, Carsein.”

Yeah, that’s how it has to be.

Anyway, even if my mistakes are exposed like this, it’s just a temporary thing.

The dinner table was abruptly ended like that.

Archien, who had brought me here, away from Arina, immediately started complaining after changing seats.

“The atmosphere was pretty good, wasn’t it? Why do you have to bring up unnecessary topics? If we had just continued the meal, your mistakes would have been buried without a sound.”

-Ringing!

[1. (Tilting her head) Oh, oh?! Is that so?!]

[2. (Smiling slyly) What’s the big deal? Arina wouldn’t let my mistakes slide, would she? Absolutely not.]

[3. (Trembling) What did Claire say, anyway?]

[4. (Getting angry) If that were the case, would I be in this situation?! Don’t make ridiculous excuses!]

…

…

‘As expected.’

I wondered why Archien had visited the ducal family, but after seeing the options, I realized that my prediction was correct.

Archien originally intended to revive Rusemeyer and naturally visit the ducal family afterwards.

The problem was that the nobles who looked down on the Yarik people were controlling the market economy, and one person had greatly distorted the market, so she came to give rewards for that reason.

‘The timing was exactly when Carsein returned to the ducal family.’

Coincidentally, the fact that I had finished the transaction with the Iphelos Marquis was revealed, and Carsein got the opportunity to attend the Eastern Nobles’ Conference without any problems.

That’s why she was considered a helper.

‘The option content is a bit different, but… it’s not a big deal.’

I followed the contents of the Memorial.

[6. What’s the big deal? It’s better to get scolded and avoid bigger problems.]

“What’s the big deal? It’s better to get scolded and avoid bigger problems.”

“…What’s that supposed to mean?”

-Ringing!

Arsien narrowed his eyes, and a second option emerged.

[ 2. In the past, I hid this fact, but it only made things worse. ]

“I hid this fact in the past, but it only made things worse. Not with someone else, but with my family, of all people.”

“…!”