In other words, Odette had found a card that would give her the upper hand in her marriage to Balter.
‘I never imagined Balter would be in a situation similar to Count Clovis.’
Count Clovis and Louis had also been lacking in suitable marital partners, which was why Odette had chosen him.
Now Balter was in a similar situation. It seemed like fortune was on her side.
Odette was determined to actively utilize the card she held in her hand.
Naturally, she had no intention of listening to others’ discouragement.
‘I feel a bit sorry for Brother Cedric.’
There was nothing more to worry about; she was set on rushing the marriage.
It would be ridiculous to look for another marriage partner when she’d already kissed Balter.
‘Besides, Blake has been acting a bit suspicious.’
Ever since Blake had suddenly visited, he had been asking Odette probing questions.
Or intentionally dropping information to get under her skin.
The moonshine business has been booming lately, you should be aware. If you get involved recklessly, it won’t just end as a violation of law.
There’s word that Cedric will return next week, but I’m not sure if it’s a rumor or not. What do you think, Odette?
Each question was a minefield.
One wrong step, and it would be revealed that she had been the one supplying Cedric with information about the royal court. Of course, questions would be raised about her capabilities.
Odette had gotten rid of her special carrier pigeon out of fear of suspicion a while ago.
‘At least, leaving the royal court would give me some freedom from such unwarranted suspicion.’
In that sense, Odette also had no intention of taking to heart the opposition to her marriage from those around her.
Of course, that didn’t mean she was as thoughtless about marriage as Balter.
“Should we announce our engagement at the party today and then proceed to the Duke of Ertman’s residence, Balter?”
“Is that so? Why do you ask? I should warn you, there’s no room for wavering.”
“I have no intention of wavering. I just think we should hurry our marriage. But your grandfather is against it.”
Odette was lost in thought for a moment, not even noticing that Balter’s eyes had widened and then returned to their normal size.
All the more unaware that, thanks to her recent question and answer, Balter was experiencing a real-time journey between heaven and hell.
“If you wish, I’ll expedite our marriage. We don’t need to concern ourselves with my grandfather’s opposition.”
“How can you say that? He’s your family.”
“It’s fine. Once we’re married, he’ll certainly say it was the right choice.”
“It’s improper. There will surely be talk behind our backs.”
Odette’s words were clearly reasonable.
Though Balter, who had been considering dealing with any gossipers himself, still didn’t quite get the point.
Fortunately, Balter greatly enjoyed the sound of his fiancée’s voice, allowing Odette to continue with what she had prepared to say.
“Marrying in such a manner would be disadvantageous overall, so you should try to persuade your grandfather.”
“Is that possible?”
“Of course. I have a way.”
Odette gestured for Balter to bring his ear closer.
After hearing her words, Balter nodded.
“Good idea.”
It was truly a most satisfying solution.
Some time after that.
At the banquet where the emperor announced the marriage of Odette and Balter, Russel noticed that his master’s expression was softer than usual.
“Is there something good that’s happened, Your Highness?”
“Isn’t it easier to find a reason to be in a bad mood today? We’ve just announced our marriage.”
“No… it seems to be for another reason.”
Russel glanced towards the other side of the banquet hall.
Odette was surrounded by a crowd.
Naturally, people had flocked to her the moment the emperor’s announcement was over.
Those who wouldn’t have approached her before now desperately wanted to exchange a few words with her.
The problem was that because of this, Balter was quite far from Odette.
‘People have gathered here too…’
Balter usually became irritated in such situations.
Especially since he was separated from Odette.
If Russel had to guess, there could only be one reason why Balter was in such a good mood.
“…Is taking Her Highness, the Fourth Princess, to your duchy really that pleasing?”
“It’s just that everything is going smoothly.”
“But you haven’t yet convinced your grandfather, have you?”
“That’s done. Odette has a solution.”
If this method worked, the wedding date could be moved up substantially.
Really, everything was going smoothly.
However, Balter failed to notice one thing.
Who was attending in this place full of people.
Top Celebrity Younger Brother Bears Her Child (Female-dominant)
One-line summary: Forced to live stream romance with a top celebrity in a female-dominant world.
Yan Jin transmigrated into a brothel, with a fellow transmigrated junior beside her.
Hearing the obscene words coming from outside, the unfortunate junior covered his ears tightly, his cheeks flushed red, and whispered to comfort her, “Don’t worry, I will definitely help you escape.”
“Don’t worry, I will definitely defend your chastity.” Yan Jin looked at the flawless and delicate features of the unfortunate junior and gently comforted, “Because we have transmigrated into a female-dominant world.”
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Top celebrity Yu Shu suddenly fell into a coma during a concert.
Research scientist Yan Jin fainted in the lab after working overtime.
Two people with no connection were rushed to the same hospital.
Three days later, neither of them had woken up.
Suddenly, the entire nation discovered that a live streaming app had been forcibly installed on their phones.
Upon opening it, they heard the two discussing how to escape from the brothel.
The entire internet was in an uproar.
After the two successfully escaped from the brothel, Yu Shu’s fan group rushed to make a banner and sent it to the hospital overnight.
“Big sister bravely took action to defend the chastity of our idol!”
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When Yu Shu was diagnosed with pregnancy, Yan Jin stared at his belly for a long time.
Covering his stomach, he muttered gloomily, “If you don’t like it, I’ll go get an abortion.”
“It’s not that I don’t like it.” Yan Jin hugged Yu Shu and said softly, “I just feel like I’m not human.”
Yu Shu comforted Yan Jin, “I was already an adult when we got together.”
Yan Jin hesitated, “But you won’t be of legal marriageable age even after giving birth to the child.”
At the same time, a flood of bullet comments appeared in the live streaming room that the two couldn’t see.
[Although it’s inappropriate, I also want a young and handsome boyfriend to have my child.]
①Male pregnancy (highlighted)
The female lead is five years older than the male lead, and the male lead is already an adult when he appears.
