Chapter 73

Fortunately, I had Lanoa. It was because, despite living like a rake and behaving badly, Lanoa had an outstanding and handsome appearance that didn’t leave anything to be desired.

‘Should I stay quietly by Lanoa’s side and return?’

I kept weighing the tedious affair versus my retirement funds, and eventually decided to lean toward my retirement funds.

“All right, let’s do it.”

“You made a wise decision.”

But this was insufficient. If I was going to do this, I had to do it right the first time.

To target middle-aged wizards or those interested in magic tools, more models were required.

“Baron, I know we’re out of time, but can we ask Asila to make us some more jewellery?”

“Until the banquet?”

“Yes, if we’re going to promote it, it’s better if both my parents and brothers also promote them.”

“Do you have any thoughts?”

“The men would need brooches, and my mothers would like to wear necklaces, earrings, and rings… We only have ten days left, can we do it?”

Because of the tight schedule, I was worried that Asila would not be able to do so due to unreasonable demands. But the baron confidently replied

“No worries. The ornaments to be presented at this banquet have already been prepared. It is now in the final stages, so it is possible.”

Oh my gosh. He had already prepared so much without my knowledge. As expected of the baron.

He was a thorough man who kept his eyes ahead, and was always one step ahead of others. His experience of managing the estate and the records for many years was not something that could be overlooked.

For the first time, I looked at him with respect. My faith in him grew even stronger when he responded casually that this was nothing.

“Oh, and I was planning to sign a contract with the new wizard to imbue the processed mana stones with magic. What do you think of it, My Lady?”

The baron inquired cautiously about Eugene as a possible candidate.

“I believe it is best to sign him if his skills are guaranteed.”

It wasn’t a bad offer. If Nanabi had to return to the capital, I was going to send Eugene with her. Because how could a disciple remain when their master was gone?

Now since our paths were the same, he could work for us while learning from Nanabi. Of course, this would only be possible if Eugene proved capable of doing the job.

“Baron, check his qualifications separately and sign a contract if you believe he is qualified for the job.”

“Then I’ll speak with him soon.”

Okay, so we found a wizard and turned all of the duchy’s members into models for our brand. The rest…

I took a piece of paper from my arms and extended it to the baron.

“Oh, and if possible, I’d like this first.”

“What exactly is this?”

“Take a look.”

This is the design of the brooch I made in my spare time after learning that Lanoa was going with Sihael. It looked like a hideous drawing, but I knew Asila could turn it into a lovely brooch.

‘I didn’t plan on doing this, but now that it’s happened, we should make Sihael the best model for our Katzel Jeweler.’

The baron’s face lit up when I told him the brooch was for Sihael.

Our sales will increase! It was written all over the baron’s face.

“I will do my best.”

It was very reassuring to see the baron so enthusiastic.  Having entrusted all the work to the baron, I returned with light steps.

* * *

Finally, the day to leave for the Imperial Capital dawned.

We had a long way to go to the capital, so we got ready early in the morning and hurriedly got on the carriage.

“Master! I want to ride with you too! Please don’t leave me with the witch sister!”

Our carriage was delayed for a while because Lumian kept whining not to abandon him, but thanks to Nanabi and Marina’s quick response, we were able to leave on time.

“Do we really have to bring him along?”

“I couldn’t agree more. Every time he tries to be cute, I want to throw him away.”

For the first time, Sihael and Lanoa were at the same wavelength and stared at Lumian, who was being dragged away, with contemptuous eyes.

“If we leave him here, who knows what will happen? So, I want to keep an eye on him.”

“I think it’s more dangerous to take him with us.”

Lanoa furrowed his brows as he remembered the accident Lumian had caused. Sihael, who had beautifully curled his eyes and smiled, said harshly, “It’s quite good, in my opinion. Let’s just kill him if he causes another accident.”

Lanoa then raised his thumb and stated that he liked his idea. The two people, who had united their minds and wills, radiated a vicious energy towards Lumian.

“He’s still quite young, so don’t bully him.”

I took Lumian’s side. At some point, I stopped talking. I felt like I was on the verge of death because of the swaying carriage.

‘I felt sick as well when I rode the carriage for the first time.’

Even though the distance was short, my stomach churned wildly as if I were travelling a long distance with no end in sight.

“Rosetta, are you all right?”

“No…”

Sihael inquired cautiously, watching my face darken as time passed. I replied weakly, my eyes closed.

“I’ll inform Nanabi and let you go first.”

“No, it’s fine.”

It would be fantastic if I could request that Nanabi teleport me. But how far could I travel on average? I’d heard that the greater the distance travelled to be teleported, the greater the physical exhaustion.

Also, I couldn’t just use someone with a high-end talent like Nanabi to send me over first. How could I do that when Sihael was still there?

“Then let’s take a break here. I think you’re going to faint at this rate.”

“Your Highness.”

“Yes.”

“Don’t talk to me.”

Sihael closed his mouth in response to my feeble words.

I knew he cared about me, but his kind words only made me feel sicker. We also had a long distance to travel, and I didn’t want to stop the carriage just yet.

“If you continue to bother Rose when she’s in a bad mood, she’ll beat you. So simply leave her alone.”

Lanoa’s words made me nod inwardly. It was better to leave me alone than to keep bothering me by asking if I was okay all the time.

I kept tossing and turning my achy body, but I felt sick no matter what position I slept in.

Just as I was tossing and turning to find a comfortable position, a large hand extended out in front of me and tapped on the back of my hand.

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