Contract Marriage with the Devil Duke (Completed Main Story) - Chapter 67

After the servants of the Grand Ducal Palace learned that Orentia possessed holy power, their gaze toward her changed once again. When the scandal article had broken, they had hesitated or acted awkwardly—but now, they looked at her with clear respect.

Orentia, embarrassed by their stares, scratched her head or turned away.

“I’d really prefer it if word about my holy power didn’t spread beyond the Grand Ducal Palace.”

Hearing Orentia’s wish, Dimidius replied confidently.

“While rooting out spies, I’ve come to understand the palace staff much better. Rest assured, the information won’t leak out.”

“I see.”

“Still, why do you wish to keep it hidden? Even if it became known, it wouldn’t truly matter, would it?”

Most people probably thought as Dimidius did. Yet Orentia felt uneasy and even fearful about how others might react—imagining they’d see the holy power of House Armenuaka as having miraculously revived. At first, she’d considered publicly revealing her stronger holy power, but now it seemed far more comfortable to keep it concealed.

Of course, that would all be pointless if evil spirits kept appearing.

“I’m just worried about all the gossip people might start. I suppose I’ve grown to dislike being the center of attention.”

Dimidius tilted his head slightly, seemingly unable to grasp her words.

“It sounds quite odd, coming from a lady as famously known as the heiress of Armenuaka.”

“You’re far more famous than I am, Your Grace. The rumors about you are endless.”

“That’s precisely why you shouldn’t worry about the scandal article. My rumors far outnumber those about you.”

Seeing Dimidius trying to comfort her, Orentia gave a faint smile. It felt like she hadn’t genuinely laughed since dreaming of the evil spirits’ appearance.

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