“Even the knights recognized for their excellent swordsmanship lost their lives so trivially in the momentary lapse. Of course, they had something in common. Would the Duke guess what that was?”
Khalif, who had been staring into space, looked at Duke Dwayne with an interesting expression. In response, Dwayne narrowed his eyes for a moment, seemingly lost in thought, but soon couldn’t find an answer and asked.
“What was it?”
“Even the Duke seems to have no idea. I felt the same way at first. They were knights who bravely roamed the battlefield, more valiant than anyone, even in the bloody scenes of slaughter. It was unbelievable to see them meet such a futile end.”
“…….”
“After losing several knights whom I trusted more than anyone, I began to understand the reason a bit.”
“…….”
“Those who met a futile death were all weakened as much as possible. It was to the extent that fatal vulnerabilities were revealed in the momentary lapse.”
For a moment, Khalif’s eyes sparkled with excitement. Dwayne, who was observing his every move, couldn’t help but tense up unconsciously.
The Crown Prince’s gaze was so ambitious that it was hard to believe it belonged to him.
“Realizing that, I felt like I knew what I should do in the future. To avoid experiencing a futile death, at least, that’s what I need to do.”
“…….”
“I will become an Emperor stronger than any Emperor before me, following in my father’s footsteps.”
“…….”
“Someday, even if I get tired and let my guard down, I will become an Emperor without fatal vulnerabilities that enemies can target, without a doubt.”
Khalif, without taking his eyes off Dwayne, revealed a strong determination for the succession to the throne. Dwayne couldn’t help but marvel at that sight.
The sight of ambition boiling in his veins, illuminating his eyes. How beautiful a picture this was, something he had longed for all his life. It was reminiscent of the gaze he had once seen in Yustia, albeit briefly. However, it was entirely different from Yustia.
The Crown Prince’s eyes, which showed no gap, proved that this strong will was not a one-time occurrence but a continuous ambition.
“I plan to get along well with the Crown Princess in the future, even if it’s for the sake of my commitment.”
“……Crown Princess, Your Highness?”
“Nobody can guarantee anyone’s future, and there’s no need to take on such risks when and where someone might pose a threat.”
“Well, that’s a reasonable statement. But what does that have to do with the relationship with the Crown Princess?”
Dwayne asked, squinting his eyes cautiously. He had never faced a snake eye to eye, but Dwayne’s current gaze might be similar.
Khalif, sensing that his plan was progressing as intended, smiled subtly. Then, he willingly provided the words that Dwayne wanted.
“To ensure that, everyone will be under my feet. So that everyone will look up to me at any moment, daring not to even dream of opposing me.”
“…….”
“To achieve that, isn’t a close relationship with the Crown Princess an inevitable element? Even if it’s just a facade, that’s what I mean.”
Khalif stared into the seemingly empty space, twisting the corner of his mouth as if in a sinister expression. It was a facial expression that appeared exceedingly cunning.
Rather than being related to Evelia, this current appearance was so natural that it was impossible to imagine it being an act.
Once again, Dwayne completely fell for Khalif’s sincerity without the slightest suspicion. He chuckled, and Khalif’s response seemed very satisfying. Dwayne knew very well that Khalif was someone who knew how to use both the carrot and the whip. And Dwayne was fully aware that now was the moment to extend the carrot.
“What can I do for you, Your Highness?”
“Well, you know, whatever the Duke can do, it’s not a matter of the Duke’s choice, is it?”
Even in the slightly arrogant attitude of the Crown Prince, Dwayne was simply pleased. He liked Khalif’s attitude of not directly instructing him, showing that he wouldn’t give orders for potential situations.
“I understand what you mean. I’ll find what I can do, as Your Highness suggested.”
“That’s good to hear. I’ll be looking forward to it.”
Dwayne nodded with a hearty laugh. The atmosphere was completely different from when he first entered the reception room.
Facing him, Khalif reached out with a hand toward the cold cup of tea. The warmth had left the tea, and the taste of black tea now seemed more bitter than before, with a hint of astringency that furrowed one’s brow.
It seemed as if the taste closely resembled what someone would feel in the not-so-distant future.
Male lead is a clingy little husband
One-line summary: The male lead is initially an arrogant, noble, love-deprived brat, later a cute, clingy, scheming little jealous one.
Introduction:
One day, Lu Yuner’s soul transmigrates into a female-dominant world. She enters the Imperial Academy and takes up the position of a doctoral instructor, teaching classes and grading schoolwork.
One day, she encounters the young prince Su Qingwan secretly skipping class from the male academy.
As a result, Su Qingwan is punished.
From then on, Su Qingwan sees Lu Yuner as a “thorn in his side”.
But before long, this “thorn” becomes the person he cherishes most, and he goes to great lengths to win Lu Yuner’s affection.
Mini scene 1:
One day, the sun is high in the sky but Su Qingwan still hasn’t gotten up for class.
Servant Xiaoyuan: “Young prince, it’s time for class. You’ll be late otherwise.”
Su Qingwan says arrogantly: “I’m not going. I am the esteemed prince, my status is so noble, why should I suffer this hardship? Besides, isn’t learning all this just to please women? Hmph, they’re not worthy!”
Mini scene 2:
After Su Qingwan falls for someone, he completely changes. He no longer skips class and diligently learns how to be a good husband and father. But he discovers that Sister Yuner is always surrounded by admirers.
Drunk and overcome with jealousy one day, he clings to Lu Yuner, crying beautifully like a pear blossom in the rain.
Su Qingwan: “Qingwan likes Sister Yuner.”
Lu Yuner: “Young prince, you’re drunk.”
Su Qingwan: “Qingwan isn’t drunk. Qingwan likes Sister Yuner, likes you so much, likes you to bits…” Before he can finish, Lu Yuner’s eyes flash with emotion and she leans in closer.
[Reading Guide]
1. The female lead is gentle, gracious, humble and polite but not weak. The male lead is initially an arrogant, noble, love-deprived brat, later a cute, clingy, scheming little jealous one.
2. 1v1, a bit torturous in the beginning but definitely sweet later on.
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