Suddenly, Helcyon’s words from a while ago came to mind.
Kill all the researchers here and secure any remaining data.
Instinctively, Askan realized that everyone in the lab had died.
Apart from the researchers who died in Askan’s flames, even the guards and miscellaneous staff who remained here had all breathed their last.
Watching the once formidable lab being organized by outsiders, Askan felt a sense of emptiness.
‘Was it really this easy?’
Having freed himself from the leash that had bound him for a lifetime, there was a sense of bitterness rather than pure joy.
Helcyon, who soon organized the situation, reappeared in front of Askan and the children.
Sitting on the floor, Helcyon looked at each child and spoke solemnly.
“I understand that you harbor hostility toward the Kalua Empire. However, humans should think about the future rather than the past. If you escape like this, how do you plan to live? Do you have a place to go?”
No one could answer.
They were originally children abandoned by their parents or orphans. Even if they left this place, there was nowhere to return.
Askan, who had lost his memory, couldn’t offer any objections and bit his lips. It was a feeling he didn’t want to admit for some reason.
Helcyon continued speaking.
“I promise one thing. I will help you get revenge on the person who made you like this.”
The children’s eyes changed at his words.
There were no children with positive feelings toward the Kalua Empire. However, strictly speaking, not everyone in the Kalua Empire was at fault; only a few were responsible for creating such a laboratory.
Anyone could relate to Helcyon’s words at this moment.
“Even if you run away from here, your status will still be humble. If you thought you could secure a good position with the ability to control fire, that’s a mistake. A clear order has been given to assassinate you. If it’s revealed that you are from the lab, you’ll be killed. You don’t want to live your life being chased, right?”
Helcyon’s words were logical.
Until now, escaping from the lab seemed like it would allow them to do anything, but living in the outside world wouldn’t be easy at all.
“Let’s make a deal. Use your abilities for me. I will become the Emperor of the Kalua Empire. If you help me, I will grant you noble titles according to your merits and promise a high salary.”
Silence filled the air.
But it was only for a moment. A child knelt in front of Helcyon and said,
“I will follow.”
That was the beginning. In an instant, other children also knelt before Helcyon, pledging their loyalty.
“I will too.”
“I will serve you, Your Highness.”
Now, only Askan and Bill remained.
Bill looked at Askan and asked in a small voice,
“What will you do?”
Askan looked at Helcyon standing before him in silence for a moment.
It was clear that even if they left this place, they would be fugitives. However, if they followed Helcyon, they could live openly. It was an offer that was undoubtedly difficult to refuse.
Askan didn’t know much about the political situation of the Kalua Empire, but Helcyon being the 3rd prince rather than the crown prince meant he was not the heir to the throne.
Perhaps Helcyon sought to obtain the throne using Askan and the children’s abilities, and Askan, who didn’t care who became the emperor, was indifferent.
However, the feeling wasn’t pleasant, as refusing Helcyon’s proposal might lead to death right here.
Askan looked around with a sidelong glance at the knights surrounding him and spoke in a subdued voice.
“If you keep the promise you just made, I will follow the prince.”
Askan’s acceptance prompted Bill, who was beside him, to open his mouth.
“I will also follow the prince.”
It was unanimous.
There was no dissenting opinion among the surviving children about following Helcyon.
It wasn’t that they accepted the proposal because they realized their lives might be in danger if they rejected it. Helcyon’s conditions were advantageous for them.
Helcyon, looking satisfied, smiled and said, “I welcome you under my command.”
As if waiting, a knight nearby spoke to Helcyon.
“Shall we take them all to the castle?”
“Yes. You will go to the place where you will stay. Move as quickly as possible to erase our traces.”
Upon Helcyon’s words, the children immediately got up from their seats.
They couldn’t use their abilities a while ago due to the tranquilizers, but enough time had passed, and moving was not a problem.
Guided by the knights, the children boarded a carriage with their belongings. It was a carriage without a roof, with straw on the floor.
Askan watched from inside the carriage as the knights set fire to the laboratory. It seemed like they intended to burn down the entire place to erase any traces.
“Hyung.”
Turning at the familiar voice, Askan saw Bill.
With a casual address out of the blue, Askan made a puzzled expression. In response, Bill, unlike his cold demeanor, smiled warmly and said,
“From now on, can I call you ‘hyung’?”
It wasn’t very pleasing, but there was no reason to refuse, so Askan nodded.
“Do as you please.”
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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