140 The Real Has Appeared, Now (3)
No, the Crown Prince is not someone who can come by calling. Let’s calm down for now.
There is nothing good about being agitated.
“Nice to meet you. My name is Cristel de Sarnez.”
“I am familiar with it. It is a great pleasure to have a hero of the Empire.”
Emil de Ases, who was more handsome than necessary, bowed his back gracefully.
It was an elegant gesture and tone that was unbelievable for a commoner.
Since it is a job that deals with a lot of nobles, it is natural to have an attitude.
I looked at him politely greeting the Duchess and Sir Elizabeth as well.
‘He’s blinded by the rise of his status, so he’s trying to sell the whole top.’
‘Are you going to hand over what your grandmother and mother worked hard to become the son-in-law of your precious family?’
“·················ogue.”
Is that real? It was foolish to judge by listening to only one side.
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Only me, Count So, Benjamin, Canael, Demi, and Perseverance, who had personally visited the prison knew the contents of Joan’s interrogation.
The Sarnez family was only informed that she had ‘committed a crime to tarnish her brother’s honor’.
It was a fact without a single error.
“Then I’ll take you inside, Marquis.”
Emile, who had finished all politely, looked at me and smiled.
I struggled to raise the corners of my lips.
The genre of the novel is ropan, no matter what anyone says, and Kristel was destined to eventually connect with Prince Sedric.
Then there was no way Emil could succeed in seducing Kristel here.
I’m sorry Emil, but isn’t the identity difference between the two clear?
“thank you.”
I answered as I straightened out my imperial attire. The steps were not as heavy as I thought.
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Once again, I decided to trust the author of ‘Toegye Gong’.
*
“Wah ha ha ha!”
-♪♬♩·····
Laughter erupted here and there, and the sound of cups and dishes clashing resounded.
A string quartet, flute and clarinet played moderately light and fast music.
As I was told in advance, the size of the banquet was grand.
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Of course, the size and splendor of the banquet hall and the number of dishes were simple compared to the imperial palace.
However, there was a buoyant and exciting atmosphere unique to the coastal region.
Daesang (大商) belonging to the merchants’ association who attended together raised the glass with a proud face.
“For the sake of Marquis Serenite!”
“Long live Prince Jesse!”
“Cheers! hurray!”
I sat in the middle of the VIP seat and grinned sincerely.
It was not easy to sit in the seat of the number one person receiving all the attention.
Even if it was Emperor Frederic or Cardinal Butier, it was a new feeling that the Crown Prince, who was only twenty-five, was so adept at this.
As I was invited as an apology, I didn’t have to prepare a speech, but it felt like I was sitting on a cushion of thorns as strangers kept looking at me and cheering me on.
It wasn’t like this in Juliet’s Palace.
“One more drink!”
“Uh-huh!”
Clink! Somewhere the glass was broken. On either side of me were Duke Sarnez and Emil.
It may not have been Sang-ju Sang-ju’s intention, but it was lonely because Christel and Sir Elizabeth, who were friends, were apart.
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Obviously, when I first took possession of it, I decided to live like an idiot without getting involved with the main characters.
It’s been about half a year, and I want to get rid of the loneliness and laugh.
“Marquis, Marquis Serenite.”
“·················ogue.”
“Prince Jesse!”
I was startled and looked around. The cotton candy voice was definitely Kristel’s.
I leaned forward and looked to the right, then pulled her back when I couldn’t see her.
Similarly, with her neck laid down, Kristel waved her hand at me. A smile came to mind.
“The jogger is delicious. stuffed in mussels.”
“Is that so?”
“It is full of garlic and something inside. red.”
She smiled, telling her to eat it right away.
I was going to tell you that there was sauce on my lips, but Emile, who was sitting between us, suddenly blocked my view.
It’s a surprise.
“Is the meal to your taste, Marquis?”
“Yes, everything is great.”
He quickly corrected his expression and answered.
All of the food tasted good, but Benjamin and Canael were trembling from afar as I only ate one plate at a time.
Emile, who did not know him, lowered his eyelashes like a painting.
“Thank you very much for accepting the invitation today. Both me and Sang Sang were deeply moved by the Marquis’s mercy like Ha Hae.”
“no. We are well aware of how important the top of the Arsenal is to the local economy. I believe that innocent people should not be harmed by the deviance of some.”
His lemon eyes twinkled at my words. I thought it wasn’t a bad answer.
I put the water parsi recommended by Christel on the plate, and a tear fell down Emil’s cheek.
Startled, I put down the spoon and looked at him.
“Ash. why are you crying Where are you sick?”
“Contrary to rumors, the Marquis is a kind and gentle person.”
He whispered in a thrilled voice. I frowned in embarrassment.
“The rumor spread throughout the empire. It is said that the Marquis entertains His Majesty the Cardinals during the day, and at night serves His Majesty the Emperor and is favored by His Majesty the Crown Prince.”
“Right! Drink it up, drink it up!”
“······yes?”
to get a bullet? There was a lot of noise around, so I couldn’t hear properly.
“That’s right. It’s really filthy and promiscuous. I also thought that such a reputation was unfair. Aren’t ‘a vulgar illegitimate bastard with excessive lust’ an extreme disrespect to an innocent person?”
He groaned beautifully, his reddened eyes fluttering beautifully.
To be honest, I didn’t quite understand what you were talking about.
There was a bit of rumours about me and it seemed to mean that Emile didn’t like it.
Well, when I entered the palace, I was openly called ‘the rebel of the new kingdom’, so it wasn’t strange.
I shook my head and scraped off the mussel shells.
In the meantime, Emile dabbed around her eyes with a handkerchief. It looked very ugly.
“It’s like referring to a noble bloodline and being tainted with greed, or being a pig drunk by a paladin…. I was very sad. And I was indignant.”
pig. pork is delicious
I listened to Emil with my ears and slowly ate the Petit Sale with my hands.
The salted pork with plenty of soft lentils had a distinctive ‘known taste’ flavor.
Emil looked at me like that and continued. It was a subtle fight, as if reciting a secret.
“Did you receive my gift?”
“ah.”
I blinked and stopped moving. There was a small crack on his face as he turned around.
It was a big deal.
I have received so many things from the nobles, and I couldn’t remember each gift and sender because I couldn’t remember them.
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Once he chewed the food in his mouth, he smiled vaguely.
Maybe it’s too late to lie?
“that is,”
“It was a pig statue carved by a craftsman. It was made from the largest raw pink diamond on the continent.”
he explained sternly. My mouth was wide open.
“you’re right! Thank you very much. Her Majesty, Crown Princess Elissa, was also delighted.”
“······Yes?”
I smiled broadly.
The day I asked Elither to help Sir John and Herit flashed through my mind.
At that time, the person who sponsored Cornelisser’s birthday present was obviously ‘Emil de Ases’.
I eagerly started giving feedback.
“The color is very pretty pink, and the shape is very sophisticated. I have never seen such a fine pig.”
“·················ogue.”
“I had a good time that day thanks to Mr. Asu. There was no such thing as a gift.”
I didn’t say that Cornelisser was sent for adoption because it would be rude.
But the rest was sincere. Then Emile’s complexion hardened visibly.
There was no laughter, and the red tears in his eyes seemed to have subsided in an instant.
I was a little nervous that I might have made a mistake, but he politely bowed down and just turned around.
It just felt like the conversation was over. As I tilted my head, my eyes met Canael.
‘Eat more!’
The boy moved his lips gently.
As my next target, I pointed out the burud bowl, which had to be washed in the sink.
Benjamin nodded with satisfaction.
*
The dinner ended safely. The duke and duke said that they would go to the carriage first and wait.
Kristel gathered Elizabeth, Canael, and Benjamin and took them to the corner of the lobby at the top of Ars.
There were only four people who knew the details of the ‘auction item’ she was aiming for.
Especially to the prince, it was absolutely a secret. Kristel whispered.
“Maybe I can get a priority purchase right.”
“Is that true?”
Elizabeth’s gray eyes widened like a startled cat.
Canael glanced over to see if the door on the other side might open.
The prince was currently sitting alone in the drawing room over there.
It was because Sangju Sang-joo wanted to formally apologize for her sister’s mistake.
Just because my brother apologizes doesn’t mean I’m innocent.
“yes. The top owner showed me quite a bit of interest. If it fits properly, I want it to be easily ripped off.”
“You are growing into a great nobleman, Sir Sarnez.”
Benjamin commented. Kristel smiled, stealing the tip of her nose at the adult’s praise.
She had little interest in social activities.
Rather, it was much more fun to eat delicious food with the prince or play a match with the prince.
But he knew that his status, abilities, and appearance gave him an advantage in having something.
So, he understood that other nobles would dress up like peacocks and pick up pedantic words to serve.
It was definitely some kind of technology.
“Is the auction tomorrow evening?”
“yes. So, I made an appointment for lunch with Sangju Sang-joo earlier. We decided to eat and go for a walk together. I would like to throw some rice cakes while talking.”
“That’s a good plan. Still, be sure to accompany your servants.”
Count Soh carefully advised. It was because of Joan de Ases’ absurd statement for a moment.
Even if Sang Sang-ju approached Kristel sincerely, the duke would not be tolerated, but it was also unknown.
The wealth of the upper ranks of Arthur was at the level of some great aristocrats.
Jaewan Sang-ju, a young 23-year-old, would be of great help to the Duchy’s shipping business.
“All right. Don’t let it be known only to the Marquis. Gifts taste good only when they are surprised.”
“sure.”
“I promise.”
Canael and Elizabeth shook their heads at the same beat.
If Kristel wins the bid, the prince must be happy. That was then.
– Click!
The door to the drawing room opened, and Emil de Ases walked out hurriedly.
I thought I would be with the prince, but I was alone. Everyone rolled their eyes.
“Ash. What about your marquis?”
“Ah, that’s… He said he would come out after calming himself down, so I was the first to…”
When Kristel approached and asked, Sang Joo lowered her gaze with a weak face.
He was holding the lid of the pot with one hand, covering one of his cheeks. Elizabeth frowned.
“Are your teeth uncomfortable? I think I’m crying.”
“Count Count So…….”
The top owner said he didn’t know what to do and bowed his head.
A noisy cloth ran down over her black hair, the same color as her pupils.
Part of the face he had covered was swollen and red. Kristel put on the mask of a snap.
“Oh my, why is your face like that?”
“This,”
“Have you been bitten by a mosquito? Sea mosquitoes are poisonous. I’m in tears. I know.”
“no. not that.”
Emile said quickly.
“The Marquis told me… You gave me a thumbs up.”
“Pooh!”
Canael collapsed on his back.
Elizabeth pursed her lips and pushed her fiancée.
Kristel also bit her tongue to hold back the sound.
Whatever it was, it was clear that there was no need to laugh or swear.
Benjamin opened his thin eyes and was silent for a few seconds, then lifted the dust off Kristel’s shoulder.
It was a completely ignored strategy.
“Gosh. That’s right. be pitiful Why did you hit me?”
Auction. successful bid. Auction. successful bid. Kristel asked calmly, repeating the priorities in her head.
‘Don’t worry about Canael. He knows the pain because he’s been beaten before.’ ad-lib continued.
Elizabeth couldn’t stand it and buried her face in her hands.
It was the appearance of a nobleman in shock.
“I am sorry that I, the lowly, interrupted the conversation between the Marquis and Lord Sarnez… Since you are right, I could not even refute it.”
he said intermittently.
Kristel almost made an NG this time, but miraculously succeeded in getting the color right.
It was a triumph of the will to give the prince a gift comparable to a crystal bell.
Benjamin was now counting the patterns on the wallpaper.
“Ugh! I’ll apologize for you. The Marquis raises his hand a little easier.”
“Sir Sarnez….”
Emile wept as she rested her forehead on Kristel’s hand.
As everyone went into silent and vibrated mode, Kristel was seriously anguished.
Why does the prince have these foxy kids everywhere he goes?
No. What does this bastard with no blood on his head gain from this?