Received the Obsession of a Chaste Dark Lord (Completed Main Story) - Chapter 71

Investment is about looking toward the future. If only immediate results mattered, would I still be doing guild work?

I smiled faintly and rose from my seat.

“And yet, you’re religious people—you wouldn’t just take money without giving anything in return, would you? Investment is about potential, not certainty.”

“There’s probably no one else in the world who would call giving money to religious people ‘investment’ except Your Highness.”

Betty grumbled in disbelief.

Isn’t that usually called a donation?

I chuckled lightly and shook my head.

I don’t believe in gods, so I have no intention of offering the money earned by guild members through hard work to someone who doesn’t even believe in it.

Of course, if the monks can shorten their time, I’m willing to give more than promised—not just as a tip, but also to manage my image.

“The important thing is that they’re helping the North, which is in danger. So, are you ready to welcome Lady Gilroyte today?”

Changing the subject naturally, Betty sighed softly and replied.

“Yes. By now, the reception hall should be fully prepared.”

“When is Lady Gilroyte expected to arrive?”

“She said she’d come right after lunch, so she should be arriving soon. Your Highness should go change your clothes as well.”

Betty glanced at her watch.

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