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Only then, as if finally understanding, Wilhelm York Baden let out a sigh from beyond the front door.

There was definitely a reaction.

I swallowed hard.

Though I was speaking with feigned mercy, in truth I was suppressing the anger and hatred rising to the tip of my tongue.

I have not forgotten that he tried to kill Kardiel, my son.

No, according to Sir Joseph, he killed him dozens of times.

That alone meant I had no need to show mercy to that man. However…

‘There’s no justification to end his life right now, so I should rather carefully bleed him dry.’

I already have a plan for him as well.

“I’ll say this one last time. If you don’t want to lie in a coffin as a corpse in a week’s time.”

A cold voice shot towards the man beyond the door.

“What you should be grasping now is not the doorknob, but my hand.”

Finally, Wilhelm York Baden opened the door of the mansion.

Seeing his appearance, I couldn’t help but cover my nose and grimace.

“…”

He looked so miserable it was hard to believe he was the same man who came to threaten me just a few months ago.

Unable to receive care, his unwashed body emitted an odor, and his frame was gaunt from lack of proper food, with dark circles under his eyes.

His beard and hair were a mess, and his clothes were no better than rags.

However, I felt not even pity for him.

I demanded the deed to the mansion from him as he prostrated himself, begging to be spared and allowed to maintain his status.

“With all the interior decorations stripped and nothing of value as an asset remaining in the mansion, I cannot offer you a proper price.”

After touring the entire mansion, I returned as a merchant and began to appraise its value.

Seeing the empty spaces with only beds, tables, and chairs that the servants must have used left behind, I felt dizzy.

The Emperor was truly merciless; one had to wonder how angry he must have been to go this far.

I wrote an appropriate number on a promissory note stamped with the Daiern family crest and sealed it.

Still, this amount should be enough to buy a decent house in some rural area and live comfortably with a couple of servants.

After all, an Imperial capital mansion has high value in itself.

Wilhelm York Baden’s face showed he wasn’t entirely satisfied, but he accepted the promissory note as if understanding.

That concluded my transaction with him.

“C-could I borrow a coat?”

There was a situation where Otto, Sir Joseph’s employee, had to charitably provide an overcoat.

That person, he really has a kind heart.

And so, we were able to successfully complete the acquisition of the former Baden mansion.

There’s a separate reason why I referred to ‘we’ here.

In fact, it wasn’t me who purchased the mansion, but Sir Joseph.

“Here’s the deed to the mansion.”

The Daiern ducal family already owns a mansion in the Imperial capital, so if I were to purchase it, it would cause big problems. I mean tax issues.

Or it could invite criticism from nobles who are eager to own a mansion in the Imperial capital.

“Thank you for conceding it to me.”

“No, thank you for conceding the role of trampling on Wilhelm York Baden’s pride.”

In truth, without his preliminary work(?), this mansion would have long since fallen into someone else’s hands.

Did he say he bribed the errand boy? Anyway, since he put in so much effort, it’s right for Sir Joseph to have ownership.

Ah, but I still needed to make sure of one thing.

“I trust you can pay the full amount. Please deposit the amount I wrote on the promissory note earlier into the Kalant Bank within a week.”

“The Alperon family is rotting with money and jewels, so you needn’t worry about default.”

“For someone with so much money, you still held an investment briefing for Hotel Chronos and accepted investments.”

“There’s nothing better for publicity.”

I have no words. Because it’s true. I would have done the same.

Well, come to think of it, it was natural that there were countless rare treasures difficult to value in the land where the Emperor’s Tower of Magic stood.

Even Emperor Godfrey, who received part of those treasures, reportedly bestowed the title of count on Sir Joseph without hesitation.

‘He said the trade route was just an excuse to approach me, but I should seriously propose pursuing business later.’

Of course, that’s for later.

What I needed to do was to track Wilhelm York Baden’s movements to prevent him from causing trouble, while simultaneously preparing an ending befitting him.

But before that, I needed to resolve the situation at hand.

“By the way, there’s still an issue after taking over the mansion.”

A sigh escaped me. I didn’t expect it to be this bad.

The state of the former Baden mansion, now the Alperon Imperial capital mansion, was truly a mess.

It’s not just a matter of interior decoration.

The problem was that there was no usable furniture in this mansion at all.

At this rate, the plan to rest outside the hotel would inevitably crumble.

“There’s no choice. We’ll have to use this mansion only as an office for now. We’ll stay at the hotel for lodging.”

“That would be best. If someone happens to come knocking at dawn, we can put a sound-blocking spell on the door.”

“…”

“That’s what I used to do when staying at the hotel before.”

I felt a bit wronged. If there was such a method, he should have told me earlier.

“Don’t look at me like that. You can’t deny that staying at the hotel is still a great drain on one’s mental energy.”

Sir Joseph said this while offering me a seat.

Though it was a wooden chair and table used by servants, it was quite sturdy.

“And this table is enough to draw up the plans for the Daiern mansion.”

Sir Joseph confidently said he would complete it by tomorrow morning.

Since it was already etched in his memory, he just needed time to transfer it onto paper.

“While I’m drawing the plans, there’s something I’d like you to do, madam.”

Nothing can progress without the plans anyway. I nodded readily.

“Alright. What should I do?”

At that moment, I felt Sir Joseph’s smile was quite meaningful.

“First, I’d like you to find some servants.”

“Servants… I see. Now that you own a mansion, you do need to manage it properly.”

Mansions deteriorate quickly if not consistently maintained.

That’s why nobles leave behind servants to clean and manage their mansions even when they return to their territories during the non-social season, not leaving them empty when they come up to the Imperial capital for the social season.

Hmm, in that case, we’ll need maids for cleaning and odd jobs, as well as a cook, housekeeper, butler, and estate manager.

Estimating the size of the mansion, I quickly calculated the number of servants needed.

“In addition, I’d like to entrust all interior decoration matters to you, madam, including the selection of furniture, curtains, and bedding.”

“Pardon?”

Wait a moment. That’s a bit different. Isn’t it too much to entrust even the interior design?

“I think that’s beyond my role.”

I drew the line with wide eyes.

Sir Joseph tilted his head with a nonchalant expression.

“Is there a problem?”

“It’s a mansion where you’ll be staying, so it should be decorated to your taste, Sir Joseph. If you’re really not confident, usually decorating a mansion is…”

Oh?

I couldn’t finish what I was about to say.

I had a feeling I might have said something wrong.

‘I think I’ve been caught.’

As I froze for a moment, Sir Joseph said with a gentle smile.

“Usually, the lady of the house takes care of it.”

This man, really.

“…In the case of unmarried men, sometimes the housekeeper takes on that responsibility instead.”

“In my estimation, it will take at least a year for the Daiern Imperial capital mansion to be fully built. The probability of it being completed by the next social season is low. Oh, and when I looked around earlier, I noticed the 4th floor would be perfect as a space for children’s rooms. Young Lord Chelsea and Young Lady Euphemina could stay there. Sir Sergei and Teacher Ernestine could use the guest rooms on the 2nd floor, and you, madam, could use the mistress’s quarters on the 3rd floor. How does that sound?”

“…Let’s hear my thoughts first, Sir Joseph.”

“Ah. I didn’t allocate a room for the young duke since he’ll be going to the Academy next year.”

Only then did I understand why this man had smiled so meaningfully earlier.

‘He’s a fox, a real fox.’

I’ve been completely taken in.

Though I’ll probably end up doing it anyway, somehow it felt like I was losing if I agreed now.

Crossing my arms, I decided to make one last stubborn attempt.

“…My sense might not suit your taste, Sir Joseph.”

“That’s fine. I quite liked the gargoyle statues and black interior of the Daiern Imperial capital mansion too.”

“Oh, what a pity. Actually, that wasn’t my taste. I just maintained it because it was tradition.”

“Come to think of it, I think I liked the black because it complemented your hair well. Since you’ll soon be a new bride, a lighter tone might be better.”

“My goodness. Look at how quickly you change your stance.”

“Haha. In short, I mean I’d like anything touched by your hand, madam.”

After threatening not to regret it, I bit my lip. Then another thing bothered me.

“By the way, Sir Joseph. I’m not sure why you’re calling me ‘madam’ instead of ‘Duchess Daiern’ or ‘Duchess’. Isn’t that too informal?”

Only then did Sir Joseph burst into loud laughter.

Why is he like that? I wondered if I had pointed out something strange.

“Are you only now concerned about that?”

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Cold Male Lead Became My Clingy Husband (Female-Dominant)

Feng Bai Su transmigrated into a matriarchal novel, becoming the sister of the female protagonist and the Seventh Princess of the Feng Ling Kingdom.

After working herself to death in her previous life, finally reincarnating as a princess, she only wanted to be a lazy fish who could eat, sleep, and play.

Until she met the male protagonist from the book, Wei Jing Mo, and he took a liking to her!

Wei Jing Mo is the top young man in Feng Ling City, talented in both appearance and ability, from a prestigious family, with a cold and otherworldly appearance, a figure like the bright moon in the hearts of noble ladies. It was thought that only the most powerful and talented noble lady in Feng Ling City would be worthy of such a brilliant young man. Who knew that this young gentleman would secretly admire the infamous Seventh Princess?

Short scene 1:

Feng Bai Su looked at the young man crying like a pear blossom in the rain before her, and couldn’t help but doubt her life.

Wasn’t the male lead described as a cold and otherworldly figure in the book?

Then who was this poor little thing crying with swollen red eyes and tear-stained face?

Short scene 2:

Wei Jing Mo stared intently at Feng Bai Su who was about to go out, wanting to say, “Be careful on the road.”

Before he could speak, Feng Bai Su suddenly bent down and bit his cheek.

Her peach blossom eyes were full of disdain: “Tsk! You’re so clingy!”

Wei Jing Mo: “…”

A talented fox spirit female lead with a flirtatious appearance but actually abstinent VS A cold-looking but actually naive and clingy little jealous male lead

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