The Duke Only Needs My Child (Completed Main Story) - Chapter 24

He was dressed in an outfit that, unlike when they’d met at the guild, clearly looked quite expensive at first glance.

Moreover, he wasn’t wearing the round glasses he’d had on back at the guild.

Whether it was the glasses that had softened his appearance, without them he looked somewhat sharper than the gentle first impression he’d originally made.

“I hope your journey here wasn’t too taxing.”

“Thanks to you, it was fine.”

It had taken some effort to persuade the knights, saying, “I wish to come and go quietly without drawing attention.”

But once they arrived at the theater, they’d entered through the back entrance to avoid notice, and the manager had personally guided them, so there’d been no difficulties.

He had intended to cause a scandal someday, but now was far too soon—so he’d simply have to endure a bit of inconvenience.

Mikhail extended his hand to Blair. Having lived as an imperial princess, Blair naturally accepted his escort and took her seat.

Mikhail then handed her a wine glass he’d just filled—a gesture practiced from long experience in hospitality.

“Thank you.”

As Blair accepted the glass he offered, she asked,

“Then, has the purchase of the estate for the kingdom been settled?”

Mikhail, who’d been about to introduce the wine, chuckled softly at Blair’s abrupt dive into the main topic.

“Oh dear, you don’t even give me a moment to catch my breath. That’s a bit disappointing.”

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