'What the hell is that fishing ground!'
I've never created or managed a fishing ground, but I'm so frustrated with Rudnine, who keeps complaining about fishing grounds.
Who the hell created my fishing grounds?
“There is no fishing ground.”
He continued to declare to me in a low, murderous voice as I grumbled.
“We haven’t even started yet, but I can’t break up because it’s so unfair.”
The stubborn expression was extremely stern and scary.
Am I the type that can't control my facial expressions? My thoughts are all over my face!
I pondered his words, tilted my head, and asked.
“But what, you’re upset because you can’t even start?”
“I’m looking forward to it because there are so many things we can do as a couple.”
My face turned bright red as I watched him say such incredible things with such a calm expression.
"Yes?!"
Oh my god! What the hell is this guy talking about! Oh my god, I don't know!
“No, what do you mean!”
“Hmm. Is that not possible?”
“No, it’s not that it’s not possible!”
I covered my flushed cheeks with both hands and jumped up from my seat.
But at the same time, there was a commotion outside, and Carol's voice was heard.
“Princess! The Duke of Argenthoz is looking for you!”
Carol's voice, urgently looking for me, was ominous.
“Yes, I understand! I’ll be right out.”
After answering loudly, I checked my watch and saw that it was already six thirty in the morning.
I thought I only slept for a little while next to Rudnine, but it seems like quite a while has passed.
“I have to go out and see.”
“I’m going too.”
“Rudd too?”
"Yes. I'm going to say hello to Yvonne's father. We're not lovers yet, but... we will be in the future, so I'm making an effort for now."
“Effort?”
“If we become lovers, I really want to do things like properly greeting Yvonne’s people.”
'Ah.'
I blankly stared at the back of Rudnine as he ran ahead of me and opened the lab door.
'This idiot!'
Of course, the 'fool' of fools is me.
Rudnine's 'Things I Want to Do When I'm in Love' meant wanting to say hello.
I was so embarrassed that I had been so wrong and had been so excited. No, I wasn't really excited, I was honestly looking forward to it...
...let’s stop it.
As I was walking towards the lab door with my head down, I bumped into his back as he stood in front of the door that I thought was open.
"Ouch."
I held my slightly sore nose and looked up at him in wonder, and Rudnine reached out and naturally cupped my chin.
'Huh?'
Our distance is only a span away.
And with a sweetly loose face, he whispered.
“I’ve become more special than others... Can you give me an award to commemorate that?”
"Yes?"
Before I could even answer the question, something sweet and melting kissed me and fell on me.
Oh, there, my heart must have fallen too.
Duke Rudnine Iels was not a man who would stay out overnight unnecessarily.
This is because he was a very regular person who did not enjoy any other pastimes other than work, swordsmanship practice, physical training, and reading.
But last night, he stayed out for the first time.
Well, a grown man - and a Duke at that - can afford to stay out overnight.
But it was a different story when it came to Duke Rudnine Iels.
If he had to stay out overnight due to unavoidable circumstances, he would have been a very considerate person who would have contacted his employees waiting at his mansion.
But, without any notice, he stayed out overnight!
The Duke, who had gone to great lengths to dress up for the Crown Prince's birthday banquet, did not return to the mansion all night without any contact.
Silence and tension hung over the Iels' mansion as they waited for him.
Rudnine is a sword master and probably the strongest knight on the current continent, so he won't get hurt...
Everyone was worried.
Even the knights of the Iels family, who had accompanied him to the banquet hall, the Palace of Peace, said that Rudnine had suddenly disappeared, and their whereabouts were unknown.
'Where on earth did you go?'
Just in case, just in case, Ant tried contacting the Argenthoz Townhouse, but they said the Duke of Iels hadn't come.
"If he's not with Princess Argenthoz, what on earth is he doing? I'm already anxious about being followed by a group of warlocks."
The day was bright and clear.
Ant, who had been worried and unable to sleep a wink until the blue dawn rose, eventually went out to the front gate of the mansion and hovered around.
But as the morning sun rose, he spotted Rudnine walking in the distance, seemingly unharmed.
He looked so handsome and tall today, walking briskly with his long legs.
That was fortunate.
But on the other hand, that neat appearance felt strangely annoying.
'Shit.'
Ant ran to Rudnine, grumbling in vain, feeling relieved.
"Your Excellency?! What on earth happened? Why didn't you even contact me? I waited all night!"
“I see.”
Rudnine nodded briefly as he looked around at the general butler, including Ant, who was standing there waiting for him, and several employees.
“Thank you for your hard work. I’m sorry.”
There was no need to apologize, but Rudnine, as usual, patted the head butler on the shoulder and passed by, saying he was sorry.
“Everyone, try to rest as much as possible today.”
“No, Your Excellency.”
Ant followed Rudnine as he walked down the long road to the mansion without a carriage, and watched him closely.
'That's strange. What happened?'
There was definitely something mysterious about the atmosphere of the Duke.
He seemed to be in a good mood, but he looked gloomy.
He sparkled brightly as if he were a god, but he didn't hide his sharp expression.
There was only one reason for this strange atmosphere.
Princess Yvonne Argenthoz.
It must have something to do with that Princess.
Ant, unable to contain his curiosity, took advantage of the opportunity to rush at Rudnine.
“Excuse me, Your Excellency!”
“...Don’t talk to me.”
Rudnine openly showed his annoyance at Ant, who was following him around with shining eyes.
"How can you say such a thing! Isn't that too cruel to your only aide?"
“Be quiet. My head is in a mess right now.”
Ant originally knew that Rudnine wasn't as affectionate as he seemed, but he pouts at the colder tone of his words.
Without even thinking about the feelings of the person who waited all night!
Ant felt wronged and wanted to protest immediately, but there was something he had to report to Rudnine first.
“Listen, someone from the palace came early this morning.”
“In the palace?”
Ant, who had finally stopped walking and was standing in front of Rudnine, quickly explained the situation.
"He's from the Palace of Peace. That's why I immediately put him on alert. You don't have to worry."
“Well done.”
Ant was also one of the people who knew the secret that there was a black magician around the Empress and others.
As Rudnine nodded and urged, Ant continued.
"They say a lost item was discovered at the banquet hall yesterday. Because it's so valuable, they're personally visiting each noble to find its owner, but they said they'd like to have the Duke personally inspect it first."
“...I see. So, where did you say I was?”
Rudnine looked at Ant with slightly anxious eyes, but Ant smiled brightly.
"Am I an idiot? I said you came home late at night, worked, and then stayed at the training center. I've made them wait in the most remote reception room, so they won't know you came in here."
“Well done.”
Rudnine answered, turning his gaze towards the mansion where the attendants from the palace were.
Ant, sensing the cool atmosphere, asked hurriedly.
“What happened last night?”
“Yes. I’ll explain later.”
Rudnine quickly changed his clothes and calmly went to greet those who had come from the palace.
“I meet you, Your Grace.”
“I’m sorry for interrupting your training.”
“...I didn’t lose anything. You wasted my time.”
He subtly showed his displeasure at the palace attendants who greeted him politely.
But they didn't care and just smiled happily as they showed Rudnine the lost and found box.
“I apologize. We also find it difficult to handle this carelessly... Her Majesty the Empress has also expressed her concerns.”
'The Empress.'
Rudnine frowned slightly at the last sentence and looked into the box they had handed him.
A palm-sized brooch densely encrusted with diamonds and sapphires.
It was a brooch that could be worn by both men and women, and was clearly an incredibly valuable treasure.
Enough to buy a few decent houses in the capital.
'But this is just an excuse.'
Rudnine, who had been pretending to carefully examine the brooch, immediately shook his head.
“It’s not mine. And I don’t think anyone I’ve ever seen wear something like this...”
“Oh, really? Thank you for your cooperation. I will keep that in mind.”
The palace attendant retrieved the box and carefully closed the lid.
Rudnine stared blankly at the sight and smiled.
“You must have worked hard since morning.”
"No."
The palace attendant watched Rudnine closely while ordering other attendants to gather the items.
Duke Rudnine Iels was the first target of investigation ordered by Empress Giselle.
The most powerful person in the current empire.
Moreover, he was the one who suddenly disappeared in the middle of the banquet.
However, as a skilled sword master, he was very adept at hiding his presence, so it was difficult to be suspicious.
They said that he felt tired after attending his first palace banquet, so he returned to the mansion first.
Light clothing, as if he had just returned from the training ground, as reported by the aide.
And he didn't seem to be seriously injured or in pain.
According to Empress Giselle, the one who ran away must be seriously ill now because he was attacked by a familiar.
'He is not the Duke of Iels.'
These two, the palace attendants and warlocks, crossed Duke Rudnine Iels off the suspect list and left Iels Townhouse.
Rudnine, who had been watching them through the window with his arms crossed, opened his mouth.
“Where did he say he was going next?”
“They say they’re going to the Duke of Norwelldon’s townhouse.”
'I see. And next is the Argenthoz Townhouse.'
Duke Cardin's mansion would obviously be ruled out.
Rudnine, who had been lost in thought, felt frustrated and brushed back his black hair, grabbing the window frame.
"You really came so quickly. I'm glad I listened to Yvonne's advice to be careful and discreet when leaving the Argenthoz mansion."
There was absolutely nothing good about arousing Empress Giselle's suspicions.
Because it was still a stage where they had to dig deeper into Empress Giselle's surroundings to find concrete evidence and narrow the net around her.
If the Empress knew that he, the Duke of Argenthoz, and the other vassals were suspicious of Empress Giselle, he would immediately cut off his tail and run away.
“You were right, but... I feel sad.”
He looked towards the Argenthoz mansion, where Yvonne was, and muttered softly.
An hour ago.
Rudnine followed Yvonne's advice and sneaked out of the Argenthoz mansion by climbing down through her room window.
If only he could proudly introduce himself to Duke Argenthoz and little Duke Barden right away, and tell them that from today onward, he was Yvonne's only fish.
So, he was trying to ask for their cooperation and not to interfere until he became a lover with Yvonne...!
- No! Absolutely not!
Rudnine was genuinely hurt by Yvonne's firm response, shouting with a serious expression.
Do you hate it that much?
You said I was special!
She said she doesn't like me that much, but she tries to make me like her. (Yvonne doesn't say that.)
'Too bad.'
This was the reason why he was in a bad mood and was irritated with Ant.
I've never created or managed a fishing ground, but I'm so frustrated with Rudnine, who keeps complaining about fishing grounds.
Who the hell created my fishing grounds?
“There is no fishing ground.”
He continued to declare to me in a low, murderous voice as I grumbled.
“We haven’t even started yet, but I can’t break up because it’s so unfair.”
The stubborn expression was extremely stern and scary.
Am I the type that can't control my facial expressions? My thoughts are all over my face!
I pondered his words, tilted my head, and asked.
“But what, you’re upset because you can’t even start?”
“I’m looking forward to it because there are so many things we can do as a couple.”
My face turned bright red as I watched him say such incredible things with such a calm expression.
"Yes?!"
Oh my god! What the hell is this guy talking about! Oh my god, I don't know!
“No, what do you mean!”
“Hmm. Is that not possible?”
“No, it’s not that it’s not possible!”
I covered my flushed cheeks with both hands and jumped up from my seat.
But at the same time, there was a commotion outside, and Carol's voice was heard.
“Princess! The Duke of Argenthoz is looking for you!”
Carol's voice, urgently looking for me, was ominous.
“Yes, I understand! I’ll be right out.”
After answering loudly, I checked my watch and saw that it was already six thirty in the morning.
I thought I only slept for a little while next to Rudnine, but it seems like quite a while has passed.
“I have to go out and see.”
“I’m going too.”
“Rudd too?”
"Yes. I'm going to say hello to Yvonne's father. We're not lovers yet, but... we will be in the future, so I'm making an effort for now."
“Effort?”
“If we become lovers, I really want to do things like properly greeting Yvonne’s people.”
'Ah.'
I blankly stared at the back of Rudnine as he ran ahead of me and opened the lab door.
'This idiot!'
Of course, the 'fool' of fools is me.
Rudnine's 'Things I Want to Do When I'm in Love' meant wanting to say hello.
I was so embarrassed that I had been so wrong and had been so excited. No, I wasn't really excited, I was honestly looking forward to it...
...let’s stop it.
As I was walking towards the lab door with my head down, I bumped into his back as he stood in front of the door that I thought was open.
"Ouch."
I held my slightly sore nose and looked up at him in wonder, and Rudnine reached out and naturally cupped my chin.
'Huh?'
Our distance is only a span away.
And with a sweetly loose face, he whispered.
“I’ve become more special than others... Can you give me an award to commemorate that?”
"Yes?"
Before I could even answer the question, something sweet and melting kissed me and fell on me.
Oh, there, my heart must have fallen too.
***
Duke Rudnine Iels was not a man who would stay out overnight unnecessarily.
This is because he was a very regular person who did not enjoy any other pastimes other than work, swordsmanship practice, physical training, and reading.
But last night, he stayed out for the first time.
Well, a grown man - and a Duke at that - can afford to stay out overnight.
But it was a different story when it came to Duke Rudnine Iels.
If he had to stay out overnight due to unavoidable circumstances, he would have been a very considerate person who would have contacted his employees waiting at his mansion.
But, without any notice, he stayed out overnight!
The Duke, who had gone to great lengths to dress up for the Crown Prince's birthday banquet, did not return to the mansion all night without any contact.
Silence and tension hung over the Iels' mansion as they waited for him.
Rudnine is a sword master and probably the strongest knight on the current continent, so he won't get hurt...
Everyone was worried.
Even the knights of the Iels family, who had accompanied him to the banquet hall, the Palace of Peace, said that Rudnine had suddenly disappeared, and their whereabouts were unknown.
'Where on earth did you go?'
Just in case, just in case, Ant tried contacting the Argenthoz Townhouse, but they said the Duke of Iels hadn't come.
"If he's not with Princess Argenthoz, what on earth is he doing? I'm already anxious about being followed by a group of warlocks."
The day was bright and clear.
Ant, who had been worried and unable to sleep a wink until the blue dawn rose, eventually went out to the front gate of the mansion and hovered around.
But as the morning sun rose, he spotted Rudnine walking in the distance, seemingly unharmed.
He looked so handsome and tall today, walking briskly with his long legs.
That was fortunate.
But on the other hand, that neat appearance felt strangely annoying.
'Shit.'
Ant ran to Rudnine, grumbling in vain, feeling relieved.
"Your Excellency?! What on earth happened? Why didn't you even contact me? I waited all night!"
“I see.”
Rudnine nodded briefly as he looked around at the general butler, including Ant, who was standing there waiting for him, and several employees.
“Thank you for your hard work. I’m sorry.”
There was no need to apologize, but Rudnine, as usual, patted the head butler on the shoulder and passed by, saying he was sorry.
“Everyone, try to rest as much as possible today.”
“No, Your Excellency.”
Ant followed Rudnine as he walked down the long road to the mansion without a carriage, and watched him closely.
'That's strange. What happened?'
There was definitely something mysterious about the atmosphere of the Duke.
He seemed to be in a good mood, but he looked gloomy.
He sparkled brightly as if he were a god, but he didn't hide his sharp expression.
There was only one reason for this strange atmosphere.
Princess Yvonne Argenthoz.
It must have something to do with that Princess.
Ant, unable to contain his curiosity, took advantage of the opportunity to rush at Rudnine.
“Excuse me, Your Excellency!”
“...Don’t talk to me.”
Rudnine openly showed his annoyance at Ant, who was following him around with shining eyes.
"How can you say such a thing! Isn't that too cruel to your only aide?"
“Be quiet. My head is in a mess right now.”
Ant originally knew that Rudnine wasn't as affectionate as he seemed, but he pouts at the colder tone of his words.
Without even thinking about the feelings of the person who waited all night!
Ant felt wronged and wanted to protest immediately, but there was something he had to report to Rudnine first.
“Listen, someone from the palace came early this morning.”
“In the palace?”
Ant, who had finally stopped walking and was standing in front of Rudnine, quickly explained the situation.
"He's from the Palace of Peace. That's why I immediately put him on alert. You don't have to worry."
“Well done.”
Ant was also one of the people who knew the secret that there was a black magician around the Empress and others.
As Rudnine nodded and urged, Ant continued.
"They say a lost item was discovered at the banquet hall yesterday. Because it's so valuable, they're personally visiting each noble to find its owner, but they said they'd like to have the Duke personally inspect it first."
“...I see. So, where did you say I was?”
Rudnine looked at Ant with slightly anxious eyes, but Ant smiled brightly.
"Am I an idiot? I said you came home late at night, worked, and then stayed at the training center. I've made them wait in the most remote reception room, so they won't know you came in here."
“Well done.”
Rudnine answered, turning his gaze towards the mansion where the attendants from the palace were.
Ant, sensing the cool atmosphere, asked hurriedly.
“What happened last night?”
“Yes. I’ll explain later.”
Rudnine quickly changed his clothes and calmly went to greet those who had come from the palace.
“I meet you, Your Grace.”
“I’m sorry for interrupting your training.”
“...I didn’t lose anything. You wasted my time.”
He subtly showed his displeasure at the palace attendants who greeted him politely.
But they didn't care and just smiled happily as they showed Rudnine the lost and found box.
“I apologize. We also find it difficult to handle this carelessly... Her Majesty the Empress has also expressed her concerns.”
'The Empress.'
Rudnine frowned slightly at the last sentence and looked into the box they had handed him.
A palm-sized brooch densely encrusted with diamonds and sapphires.
It was a brooch that could be worn by both men and women, and was clearly an incredibly valuable treasure.
Enough to buy a few decent houses in the capital.
'But this is just an excuse.'
Rudnine, who had been pretending to carefully examine the brooch, immediately shook his head.
“It’s not mine. And I don’t think anyone I’ve ever seen wear something like this...”
“Oh, really? Thank you for your cooperation. I will keep that in mind.”
The palace attendant retrieved the box and carefully closed the lid.
Rudnine stared blankly at the sight and smiled.
“You must have worked hard since morning.”
"No."
The palace attendant watched Rudnine closely while ordering other attendants to gather the items.
Duke Rudnine Iels was the first target of investigation ordered by Empress Giselle.
The most powerful person in the current empire.
Moreover, he was the one who suddenly disappeared in the middle of the banquet.
However, as a skilled sword master, he was very adept at hiding his presence, so it was difficult to be suspicious.
They said that he felt tired after attending his first palace banquet, so he returned to the mansion first.
Light clothing, as if he had just returned from the training ground, as reported by the aide.
And he didn't seem to be seriously injured or in pain.
According to Empress Giselle, the one who ran away must be seriously ill now because he was attacked by a familiar.
'He is not the Duke of Iels.'
These two, the palace attendants and warlocks, crossed Duke Rudnine Iels off the suspect list and left Iels Townhouse.
Rudnine, who had been watching them through the window with his arms crossed, opened his mouth.
“Where did he say he was going next?”
“They say they’re going to the Duke of Norwelldon’s townhouse.”
'I see. And next is the Argenthoz Townhouse.'
Duke Cardin's mansion would obviously be ruled out.
Rudnine, who had been lost in thought, felt frustrated and brushed back his black hair, grabbing the window frame.
"You really came so quickly. I'm glad I listened to Yvonne's advice to be careful and discreet when leaving the Argenthoz mansion."
There was absolutely nothing good about arousing Empress Giselle's suspicions.
Because it was still a stage where they had to dig deeper into Empress Giselle's surroundings to find concrete evidence and narrow the net around her.
If the Empress knew that he, the Duke of Argenthoz, and the other vassals were suspicious of Empress Giselle, he would immediately cut off his tail and run away.
“You were right, but... I feel sad.”
He looked towards the Argenthoz mansion, where Yvonne was, and muttered softly.
An hour ago.
Rudnine followed Yvonne's advice and sneaked out of the Argenthoz mansion by climbing down through her room window.
If only he could proudly introduce himself to Duke Argenthoz and little Duke Barden right away, and tell them that from today onward, he was Yvonne's only fish.
So, he was trying to ask for their cooperation and not to interfere until he became a lover with Yvonne...!
- No! Absolutely not!
Rudnine was genuinely hurt by Yvonne's firm response, shouting with a serious expression.
Do you hate it that much?
You said I was special!
She said she doesn't like me that much, but she tries to make me like her. (Yvonne doesn't say that.)
'Too bad.'
This was the reason why he was in a bad mood and was irritated with Ant.
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