“The Crown Prince is here?”
The eyes of the duke and the duchess widened after receiving the discreet report brought by the butler.
It was in the drawing room of Duke Julius.
It was a short break sandwiched between meeting the visiting guests.
The duke confirmed with the butler as if to chase him away.
“Are you sure it’s the Crown Prince?”
Prince Kevrant was known to have headed to the capital after parting with Arien around last week.
Arien led Julius’ army to Julius’ territory, while the Crown Prince led the Emperor’s army to the capital of the Empire.
He was someone who could not be here originally.
“Yes. Footmen discovered His Highness the Crown Prince at Duke Rembrandt’s residence and reported it. He had blonde hair and purple eyes, and the knights called him His Highness the Crown Prince, so it’s almost certain.”
The butler’s report continued.
“He seems to have come secretly, hoping that Your Grace would not know. He appears to have already met Duke Rembrandt. What should we do?”
The duke rolled his eyes, clenching his armrest.
The Crown Prince. The Crown Prince is here?
Although he had managed to save face by being rescued by Arien after being captured by the enemy, as long as Queen Maria, who has strong support from the citizens, stands firm, Prince Kevrant had a high probability of being the next Emperor.
How much sacrifice had he made to create a special relationship with the Emperor with the aim of becoming the Crown Prince?
If the person who would become the next emperor has set foot in Julius’ territory on his own, it was an opportunity not to be missed.
But as if reading the Duke’s thoughts, the Duchess spoke.
“If he’s come secretly, hoping we don’t know, we shouldn’t disturb him by pretending to know about the Crown Prince’s visit or annoy him. The Crown Prince might also know and dislike the fact of inadequate supplies like Duke Arien, who was on the battlefield with him.”
“……”
The Duke frowned, irritated.
He always says things that are unpleasant to hear.
“I know that. Don’t nag.”
“……”
The duke rolled his eyes.
He had already learned the hard way from Arien and the nobles.
He must not push his way eagerly or try to get close just because the benefits in front of him look big.
The higher the noble, the more vulgar and ridiculous such behavior could look.
The issue of inadequate supplies, we have been discussing it well and solving it smoothly but……
The Crown Prince might not have heard about it yet and might still be misunderstanding us.
Should we first probe what the Crown Prince thinks about us, his intentions?
“……”
The Duke’s brow furrowed after a brief moment of thought.
…Is his coming in secret the answer?
Would it still be difficult to get a positive reaction if we approached him rashly?
But then, should we just let the Crown Prince go?
The person who would become the next emperor?
At the very least, we should show that we knew about his visit and still pretended not to know, and that we respected him and did not approach……
“……”
Then, to what extent can Julius act in this situation?
While not going against the intent of the Crown Prince who wants to hide his visit, how can we show that we respect and care for him……
Should we pretend not to know and send a gift through Duke Rembrandt, or casually provide a guest room… no, another separate house altogether because we thought it might be needed?
Does that make it seem like we know too much and openly reveal it?
Or, does it not show our favor enough?
The Duke racked his brains wondering if there was a way to at least greet him.
When he meets the Crown Prince in front of the nobles of the capital next year, he wanted to greet him warmly as if they already knew each other.
Then everyone would know that the Crown Prince had come and gone from our territory!
Can’t it be done?
If there was someone who knew both sides and asked for the Crown Prince’s opinion and introduced them, it would be perfect……
In the midst of regret, Duke Rembrandt was the first to come to mind.
While staying at his mansion, he was very welcoming and generous……
But the fact that he couldn’t proceed with the portraits of Arien and Christina, and that all the appointments he had finally obtained permission to accompany him were cancelled and he lost face, also bothered him.
In the end, the Duke ordered the butler with a glimmer of hope.
“……First of all, offer Duke Rembrandt another new house suitable for accommodation. Fully set up. Send him a little more ample meal. And…… Take a little more care of things that might be needed on his side. Wait a little to see if he doesn’t call for me.”
[This is the time separator]“……”
Upon returning to his bedroom and opening the door, Arien, seeing Reina sitting on the bed, stifled his footsteps.
Reyna had been sitting sideways on the bed, her legs dangling over the edge.
From behind the bed curtain, her face hidden, she appeared to be simply leaning back on the bed to an unknowing observer.
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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