Contract Marriage with the Devil Duke (Completed Main Story) - Chapter 63
The grand hall of the ducal palace was vast and magnificent. A long table made of walnut wood and several ornately decorated chairs were arranged within. The ceiling fresco depicted a great forest filled with trees and flowers, with elaborate arabesque patterns standing out particularly.
With the forest painted above, Dimidius sat at the head seat, surveying the elders seated around him. Their faces—those who had devoted themselves to House Belial until now—were either stiff or visibly displeased.
Breaking the icy atmosphere, Dimidius finally spoke.
“I am well aware why you, esteemed elders, have gathered here in the ducal palace without even notifying me.”
At this, an elder whose face bore exceptionally deep wrinkles from the passage of time clenched his fist tightly.
“Vulgar rumors are tarnishing House Belial’s prestige and making even His Grace the Grand Duke appear ridiculous. These rumors will soon spread throughout every corner of Bonus Empire, and everyone will learn of this scandal.”
Another elder beside him chimed in.
“Didn’t you yourself say it’s half true and half false? Regardless, if the Duchess truly had any connection with His Highness the Crown Prince, you must sever it now. We do not wish to hear any more of those filthy rumors clinging to His Grace.”
Dimidius casually swept his long hair back behind his shoulders and spoke with composure.
“Rumors about me… You mean the gossip that the Duchess’s secret fiancé was the Crown Prince, and that I stole her away? Hearing only the rumors, I must seem utterly shameless.”
The elders coughed awkwardly, revealing their discomfort. After all, they were representatives of influential families within Belial territory. If he failed to persuade them, friction would persist—and managing the territory would become significantly problematic.
Dimidius took a deep breath, exhaled slowly, and addressed them.
“Actions speak louder than a hundred words. It’s been quite a while since we last held a social gathering at the ducal palace. I intend to host one now, and show everyone just how strong and thriving the Duchess and I truly are.”
Inviting numerous nobles into the ducal palace was a great challenge even for Dimidius. After all, the palace had rarely admitted outsiders, primarily to defend against enemy invasions. Of course, it had already been attacked twice by remnants of the Empress’s faction.
Hearing Dimidius’s resolute declaration, all the elders looked astonished.
Male lead is a clingy little husband
One-line summary: The male lead is initially an arrogant, noble, love-deprived brat, later a cute, clingy, scheming little jealous one.
Introduction:
One day, Lu Yuner’s soul transmigrates into a female-dominant world. She enters the Imperial Academy and takes up the position of a doctoral instructor, teaching classes and grading schoolwork.
One day, she encounters the young prince Su Qingwan secretly skipping class from the male academy.
As a result, Su Qingwan is punished.
From then on, Su Qingwan sees Lu Yuner as a “thorn in his side”.
But before long, this “thorn” becomes the person he cherishes most, and he goes to great lengths to win Lu Yuner’s affection.
Mini scene 1:
One day, the sun is high in the sky but Su Qingwan still hasn’t gotten up for class.
Servant Xiaoyuan: “Young prince, it’s time for class. You’ll be late otherwise.”
Su Qingwan says arrogantly: “I’m not going. I am the esteemed prince, my status is so noble, why should I suffer this hardship? Besides, isn’t learning all this just to please women? Hmph, they’re not worthy!”
Mini scene 2:
After Su Qingwan falls for someone, he completely changes. He no longer skips class and diligently learns how to be a good husband and father. But he discovers that Sister Yuner is always surrounded by admirers.
Drunk and overcome with jealousy one day, he clings to Lu Yuner, crying beautifully like a pear blossom in the rain.
Su Qingwan: “Qingwan likes Sister Yuner.”
Lu Yuner: “Young prince, you’re drunk.”
Su Qingwan: “Qingwan isn’t drunk. Qingwan likes Sister Yuner, likes you so much, likes you to bits…” Before he can finish, Lu Yuner’s eyes flash with emotion and she leans in closer.
[Reading Guide]
1. The female lead is gentle, gracious, humble and polite but not weak. The male lead is initially an arrogant, noble, love-deprived brat, later a cute, clingy, scheming little jealous one.
2. 1v1, a bit torturous in the beginning but definitely sweet later on.
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