“That’s Christina! The greatest lady in the social circle!”

The Countess seemed to choke on her rage and confusion, her face turning red.

“I thought you would recognize her when you see her. But we seem to have made a mistake. You seem to have a reason for not recognizing her.”

Arthur’s expression remained unchanged.

After several deep breaths, the Countess continued.

“Perhaps the hardship and disappointment of all these years have blinded your eyes. I know you must be upset. You must have a lot to say, right? We will listen to everything, so first, let’s go to the castle and talk.”

Arthur did not respond, only offering a slight smile.

It was such a light expression, yet it exerted a tremendous pressure on the observer.

With trembling hands, the Countess clung to her fan, forcing her chin up and attempting to maintain a dignified expression.

“Even if there is a misunderstanding, we can resolve it through dialogue. Give us a chance to make amends. After all, you haven’t completely turned your back on Julius, have you?”

The Countess’s voice continued.

“Don’t plunge Christina into trouble just to express your resentment towards us. She will eventually become your shield. You are damaging your own shield. Please don’t do that. More importantly, she’s your wife for the rest of your life, isn’t she?”

A dangerous silence filled the tent once again.

“Is that so?”

Finally, Arthur opened his mouth.

“Let’s see my wife again first. My eyes may have deceived me.”

Color returned to the Countess’s face.

But Arthur wasn’t finished.

“But if she’s not my wife again this time, I won’t be able to let it go as I did earlier.”

The faces of the Countess and her husband stiffened.

“What does that mean……”

Arthur continued calmly.

“If you want to rectify your mistake, you should start by acknowledging it. If you want a ‘chance to make amends,’ don’t try to hide your mistake.”

Arthur smiled at them.

“This time, she must truly be my wife. If she is, I will remain silent on this matter, as long as that lady is in my hands.”

The next moment, Arthur gave a brief nod towards the rear.

“We’ll talk later. Goodbye.”

At the simple dismissal, the Count’s jaw dropped.

‘No doubt. He recognized her. And he’s pissed, that’s why he’s doing this.’

After being kicked out of Arthur’s garrison, the Count was grinding his teeth.

He said not to hide anything?

That arrogant bastard!

The Countess bit her lip, a hand pressed to her forehead.

“We should have gotten rid of that girl a long time ago!”

The Count retorted scornfully.

“Who said she’s a valuable asset because she’s trustworthy and can handle anything you throw at her?”

“……”

The Countess closed her eyes tightly and shut her mouth, as if she didn’t even want to reply.

After some thought, the Count muttered reluctantly.

“Can we still get rid of her now?”

The Countess muttered as if her patience was running thin.

“Do you think we wouldn’t try? It might have worked earlier, but now it’s too dangerous.”

“……”

Even though the Countess had thought about eliminating the past evidence several times, they couldn’t act rashly now.

If they got caught trying to do such a thing, it would be the end.

Right now, all eyes were on the Julius mansion.

There were too many reporters gathered, and even Rembrandt, the eyes of the royal family, was in the mansion.

If someone were found dead in the house at a time like this, they’d be skewered by the neighborhood gossip.

More importantly, someone might already be watching.

It wasn’t the time to use risky means to solve the problem.

“……”

The Countess gnawed at the fan in her hand, her mind spinning hysterically.

“By saying he’ll keep quiet if we hand her over, he means he has some evidence and expects a proper compensation for the sham marriage, doesn’t he? He doesn’t mean to completely sever ties with us, right?”

“……”

The Countess mumbled to herself.

“We can still turn things around. Even if it gets out, Arthur won’t gain anything from it, it’ll only damage his image…”

“……”

The Count pondered, his face hardened with anger.

Although he was furious, this time his wife was right.

Right now, it was crucial to pacify him and keep his mouth shut.

If the nonsense about a fraudulent marriage got in the way at this timing, the position of the Crown Princess that they had barely obtained would…

‘Yes, it’s better to want to negotiate than to start a commotion.’

The rage subsided, and his head began to cool.

Without any significant disruption, everything should have flowed naturally.

As soon as the Duke returned to the mansion, he spoke to his wife.

“Let her go, that maid. To the Reform Square.”

The Duchess startled, looking at him.

The Duke continued his speech.

“He won’t cooperate until he sees us bend. Show him a gesture that we’ll accommodate as Arthur wishes.”

The Duchess’s eyes went dark and her undereye twitched.

She had prepared with dread.

Was this really the only way?

Then what about what happens after?

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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