“How about gradually pushing for the imposition of property taxes? Initially, we should shape public opinion so that there is no backlash against the introduction of a new item like property taxes.”
As I cautiously spoke, Klaus also agreed with my words.
“Actually, I thought the same. But we can’t use the justification of introducing a new tax item for temporary flood recovery.”
“It would be better to find another use for taxes besides flood recovery. It should be a significant issue that nobles cannot object to.”
“Hmm.”
With a slightly lowered gaze, his face, immersed in thought, was as beautiful as a painting.
My heart fluttered. At the same time, it felt like I could do anything for him.
“Your Highness, this is a bit different, but…”
“?”
He looked up at me, his indifferent expression slowly turning into a smile. To him, a seemingly insignificant smile held a significant impact on me.
“I met the Chief of Staff a while ago, and I heard that Your Highness has prepared my attire. Thank you very much, Your Highness.”
“!”
Klaus’s face was filled with confusion.
“Heard it from the Chief of Staff? No, why would you hear about that so soon, huh…”
Perhaps he intended to surprise me later. However, such actions were appropriate for a girlfriend, not for a subordinate.
“I didn’t mention it on purpose. I just asked the Chief of Staff for advice on how to dress for the party since it’s my first time, and that’s when he told me.”
“But still, why would you know about it already, ah…”
Klaus bowed his head and grabbed his hair in confusion.
“I didn’t intentionally tell him. He just happened to mention it when I asked for advice on my attire for the party.”
“Even so, why have I…”
Klaus raised his head slowly. There was a gaze that seemed to have a lot to say.
Avoiding eye contact, I felt somewhat embarrassed and looked away.
“Muzel.”
“Yes, Your Highness.”
“You’re not just my subordinate.”
His words made me happy. It felt like our relationship went beyond a rigid military one.
He became the first friend to me, who had no friends.
At the same time, he and I shared common goals.
“Thank you, Your Highness.”
“…….”
Even with my sincere words, his expression did not change.
Is it a bit lacking?
“It’s special to me too. You’re one of the few people here whom I can truly trust.”
And he kissed me for the first time.
“And you’re the only one who knows my secret.”
Helping each other relieve desires.
Thinking about it made me smile a bit. I wondered if, as a woman, I missed the touch of a man.
In response to my words, Klaus smiled sadly.
“Even if you say that, you still seek someone else when you’re struggling.”
“….?”
His words left me bewildered. I’ve never confided in anyone here.
However, his following words struck a chord in my heart.
“I have nothing to do except getting mad at you.”
“Ah, no!”
I quickly denied in surprise.
“Where else would the superior who prepares attire for their subordinate be? Moreover, I can stay by Your Highness’s side because you protected my secret.”
“…….”
“I have nothing more to ask for as long as you stay with me like this. You are still my best superior and friend.”
Klaus bit his lip and stared at me.
His non-smiling face made me somehow scared.
“Well, is it enough for you just like this?”
His voice lacked strength.
It seemed insufficient for me to comfort him.
“Your Highness, revealing your feelings to a person like me, who is lacking in many ways, is already touching. I’m overwhelmed with gratitude that I don’t know how to express it.”
How can my sincerity reach him? Am I unable to fully gain his trust?
“Haha, Muzel. You don’t need to cry like that.”
Klaus managed a faint smile.
“It might be a bit unsatisfactory to make a male attire for you, but it’s a rare gift. Accept it well.”
“I am only grateful for your favor, Your Highness.”
“Favor? It’s nothing special, so don’t be overly grateful.”
Klaus looked back at the documents with his indifferent face.
“…….”
I quietly bowed and greeted him.
He would never know. I am happy just because he exists and lives like this.
I may not be able to make him laugh enough with my power, but if my strength can be a little support for his happiness.
I am satisfied with that.
Finally, the day of the party hosted by Lumi arrived.
“This dependence has no end.”
A few days ago, I sent him a letter to obtain information about the party, but I didn’t receive a reply until today.
Am I being ignored again? I cried and begged for help a little while ago.
I expected this could happen, but now that it really has, it was a bit surprising. Anyway, it was typical of Lumi.
Of course, suddenly hosting a party wouldn’t be an easy task. There would be many things to consider.
But considering the time when we reconciled and how she helped me, I couldn’t quite understand Lumi’s attitude of not responding.
Anyway, the party would be held in the evening, so I had to spend the day as usual for now.
My Arch-enemy Sealed My Memory and Said That He is My Husband
This is an incredibly captivating story that you absolutely shouldn’t miss! I’ll give a brief introduction here, and below you’ll find a detailed synopsis of the plot.
The female lead is a fierce and powerful demon king. The male lead is a once-in-a-millennium celestial lord, admired by the entire cultivation world.
They are equally matched, legendary rivals who have battled for centuries.
In the final duel, the female lead is gravely injured. The male lead saves her, seals her memories, and hides her true identity. He tells her that he is her fiancé. His entire life has been flawless—except for the one thing he never expected, never controlled, and never wanted to control: falling for his greatest enemy. She is his inner demon, his obsession.
When the female lead regains her memories, she is furious at his deception.
She makes his life a living hell.
And somehow, the male lead—possibly a total masochist—doesn’t mind at all. In fact, he’s happy she’s paying attention to him.
Yep, we’re back to my favorite trope: male lead suffering. If you love this kind of story, jump into the pit with me now!!!
Intro
Dong Xia lost her memory.
Her handsome and extremely powerful fiancé Li Qing comforted her: “It’s okay if you can’t remember. I’ll always be with you.”
Everyone thought Dong Xia’s ancestors must have burned incense to get such a perfect fiancé. He was the number one person in the immortal realm, yet he remained chaste and only loved her.
…
The day before marrying her fiancé, Dong Xia finally remembered everything.
She wasn’t suffering from memory loss at all.
Her arch-enemy had made her fake her death, destroyed her cultivation, replaced her memories, and pretended to be her deeply in love fiancé.
No wonder he said, “It’s okay if you can’t remember”!
Dong Xia laughed coldly as she pulled out her long knife: Li Qing, prepare to die 🙂
*
Li Qing, as the supreme being of the immortal realm, was the people’s shining beacon.
The only unknown stain in his life was his affection for Dong Xia, the ruler of the demon realm.
In the final battle of the war between immortals and demons, the sky collapsed and the earth shattered. The ruler of the demon realm was finally slain under the sword of the supreme being of the immortal realm, and everyone in the immortal realm applauded.
The cultivation world lost a ruler of the demon realm.
And in the back mountain of Li Qing’s cave dwelling, he secretly hid away a fiancée.
Notes:
1. The female lead is white on the outside, black on the inside, and the queen of flattery; the male lead repeatedly tests the edge of darkness, a VIP guest at the crematorium.
2. Fantasy cultivation world setting.
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