Morien also protected the Northern Crown with the ice magic blessing that the people of the Northern Crown possessed. So, the Northern Crown trusted Morien more deeply than the creator god Arhunbo.
“Will the day come when I go to Lum Pond?”
“When the princess becomes healthier than now.” His voice, answering as such, sounded pleasant.
“A place worth visiting right now… well, since we’re in Laker City for a change, how about exploring the bustling district? I could introduce you to guild members of the Merchant Guild who could be useful for the princess.”
The Merchant Guild was a giant guild that extended its influence to the empire, as well as the Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Western Crowns, and even to small countries beyond.
As a gathering of merchants traveling across the entire continent, the information circulated quickly. Ariana also had plans to establish a connection with them someday.
However, it was not easy to initiate transactions with the members of the Merchant Guild as they were cautious and had high taxes. So, she planned to approach them once she had enough power and funds to recruit them.
“Can you really introduce me to the Merchant Guild?”
“As it happens, there’s a guild member in the Northern Crown. The kind who, though their lips may be sealed for the princess, will do anything if you give them money.”
At the moment, Ariana didn’t have enough funds to move a Merchant Guild member. Still, with the Northern Crown’s introduction, she could plan for the future.
Ariana looked at him blankly, unsure how to express her gratitude for the unexpected consideration.
It was always like this.
He always generously helped Ariana.
When she lacked strength and didn’t understand his intentions, it was difficult, but now that she sat in the position of a princess, she understood. She realized how much he cared.
It was a level of kindness that seemed excessive to just use.
Maybe that’s why.
The moment she arrived in the Northern Crown, this place felt comfortable like home.
It was because, without realizing it, she trusted this man. Knowing that with him, no danger or threat would reach her.
“I don’t know how to handle this overflowing kindness.”
“Princess, with that small head of yours, don’t you think a lot? If you think about it, you’ll figure out how to handle it.”
Cyrus whistled, and Louis, who had been hiding, revealed himself. Ariana unknowingly raised her voice at the sight of him, which was a welcome sight after a long time.
“Louis!”
“I greet my queen. It’s fortunate to see you looking healthy.”
“Louis, too. I’ve been wondering how you’ve been during this time…”
“I’ve been well.”
Cyrus slightly narrowed his eyes.
“It seems like the princess is more delighted to see Louis than me.”
The only one who caught the tone that sounded like teasing was Louis. With a pleased smile, he managed to say, “I’ll make preparations for you to go to the downtown area. This girl…”
“Sini, that’s her name.”
“Will you make great use of her, my queen?”
There was no thought of deceiving Cyrus and Louis. Since they were not people who would be deceived even if she tried, she spoke honestly.
“Yes.”
“Then, the red hair and golden eyes with brown skin are too eye-catching. Would it be alright if I take charge of Sini while you’re in the Northern Crown?”
“If you’re willing to do that, Louis, thank you. But weren’t you the commander of the knights? You must be very busy.”
“The time I spend for the queen is the time spent for the Northern Crown.”
Ariana glanced at Cyrus for a moment. She was worried about whether it was okay for Louis, his commander of the knights, to act so freely for her sake.
Cyrus, as always, had an expression that was hard to decipher. Ariana asked in a soft voice, “Are you okay?”
“I tend to ensure freedom for my subordinates.”
“Is that so? Then maybe my eyes were blind.”
“Does that mean, in the eyes of the princess, I appeared to be a clumsy ruler preventing subordinates from doing what they want?”
“If the Northern Crown heard it that way, then perhaps.”
This time, Louis couldn’t hide his pleased smile and quickly turned his head to disguise his expression.
At that moment, Sini, who had been quietly present like a background, spoke up.
“I want to become friends with Sir Lancer and Lady Catherine. I want to become friends with Lady Catherine, too.”
Louis stared intently at Sini, who spoke rhythmically, finding her cute. Louis noticed that Sini had received instructions from Ariana.
“Alright, then let’s have Sini go with Lancer Leon and Lady Catherine Ruelle. It will be more convenient for you to become friends with those two.”
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Watching Ariana leave only with Sini, Lancer thought, ‘I should teach Sini how to wield a sword.’
It was expected that such things would happen occasionally in the future.
‘Princess probably doesn’t fully trust me yet.’
It was regrettable but understandable. Having lived for more than a decade without a place to attach his heart, it was only natural for her not to easily open her heart to him, a mere knight.
But Sini, rescued directly by Ariana’s hand, seemed different from others. In that case, there was only one thing Lancer could do.
‘Rather than forcibly trying to open the princess’s heart, it’s better if Sini becomes strong enough to protect the princess.’
The incident that occurred on the way to the Northern Crown seemed suspicious.
Suddenly, Jeor appeared, and then the house Ariana and Sini entered caught fire. Sini came out badly injured, being embraced by Jeor. There were more than a few suspicious aspects, but it was impossible to dig deeper when both the Crown Prince and the princess didn’t want to talk.
But still, he couldn’t let his guard down.
‘Someone might be targeting the princess’s life.’
Contrary to her delicate appearance, Ariana had a robust figure. It wasn’t a bad thing, but as a knight accompanying her, it made him uneasy.
‘Especially since Sini is showing curiosity towards me…’
With that thought, he saw two women walking down the corridor. One was Sini, and the other was a woman with short red hair and eyes that sloped down, giving her an innocent look.
Both Sini and the woman had red hair, making them look like sisters at first glance.
Eventually, the woman who arrived in front of Lancer spoke.
“Pleased to meet you, Lancer Leon. I am Luiana Cheveni.”
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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