“The Lianster family has reached an unprecedented peak of prosperity with the acquisition of Tower Horizon. If you consider the family’s level, there is not a single family that comes close. Maybe 3 duke families at most? Besides, the Lianster family has only Gibnen. Our family has already strengthened its foundation through marriages with substantial families. There’s no shortage, meaning you can’t ignore our family’s lineage that has been continued since the founding of the empire.”

“…….”

“Furthermore, it’s an era when merchants pay money to buy aristocratic titles. The title is losing its legitimacy, and the aristocratic status is gradually declining. This will accelerate. So, I don’t think ‘a powerful family’ is such a valuable asset.”

Claire rolled her eyes in confusion. She looked as if she were desperately trying to find a reason to overturn this marriage.

“….Can my sister be called a mage?”

“What do you mean?”

“My sister is not even registered as a mage! She lived without knowing she was a mage, and she doesn’t know how to use magic. Even though it’s for continuing the pure mage lineage… My sister is neither a proper mage nor an outstanding one. The fact that she found out she was a mage was recent due to attending a reception. Isn’t the fact that she’s not registered a problem as a mage?”

At Claire’s words, Alton smiled meaningfully.

“I guarantee that she’s an outstanding mage talent. I think there must have been some reason.”

“….Yes?”

“Besides, my son may not know anything else, but he has an excellent eye for recognizing value. I trust my son’s judgment.”

“…….”

“Anything else you’re curious about?”

Claire turned pale white.
Late realization seemed to hit her, and she looked as if she became aware of the madness she had committed. Moreover, she had acted crazily and committed insane acts, but in the end, she hadn’t reaped any benefits from it, which must have troubled her greatly.

“……There is none.”

“It’s fortunate that you’ve come to accept this marriage.”

Claire bowed her head deeply, and Gibnen concluded the conversation.

“I will set the date for the wedding and let you know.”

After the meal, when it was time to disband, the Ingxignia staff approached Ryan.

Gibnen gave a brief command.

“Take him home safely.”

“Understood.”

“Then go check on them.”

Following the guidance, the Ryan family disappeared, and Alton approached Riley closely.

“……You must have had a hard time.”

“……”

“Don’t worry anymore, our family will protect you safely.”

Overwhelmed by the affectionate attitude, Riley didn’t know how to react and bowed her head. Alton then laughed as if he found such Riley cute.

“You resemble Emily more than Ryston.”

“……Emily?”

“Didn’t that bastard tell you about your mother?”

“……He only told me that she passed away right after giving birth to me.”

“I do understand. Emily died, and Ryston must have been out of his mind for a while. But…… you seem to have lived quite diligently. Seeing how you’ve raised that newborn baby into such a fine lady.”

“……”

“There’s a lot I want to talk about, but it’s late. We’ll have time to talk later, so go home carefully. I’ll tell you how your father has lived if there’s a chance.”

Contrary to worries, Alton was very warm and considerate.

As much as his son Gibnen.

Riley bowed in relief to him.

“Go home carefully.”

Alton took the lead, and Livne, following behind, glanced at Riley and said briefly.

“I’ll go now.”

“Yes. Go home carefully.”

Livne followed Elton, and only after they were out of sight did Riley breathe a sigh of relief. Gibnen lightly comforted such Riley.

“You did well.”

“Yes.”

There was an accident in the middle, but fortunately, the meeting was well concluded.