Chapter 45: Yes? (2)
Kim Hyunwoo thought seriously.
Did he have any connection with the Duchess of Tesnoka?
But no matter how much he thought about it, Kim Hyunwoo believed there was no connection with the Duchess of Tesnoka.
Kim Hyunwoo had only been in this world of Arteil for a few months, and it didnt make sense to call it a connection from when he enjoyed Arteil as a game.
After all, according to what he had checked, the Tesnoka territory wasnt on the territory relationship chart.
Therefore, Kim Hyunwoo looked at the Duchess, who was smiling confidently, and her secretaries, who were slightly embarrassed and bowing their heads behind her.
Soon, feeling his unsettled emotions quickly settle, perhaps due to his unshakable mind, he spoke.
You jest well.
Its not a joke?
At the Duchess of Tesnokas words, a thud sounded again from behind.
Im actually making a sincere proposal to the Lord of Lartania.
-Thud!
Another sound followed her voice.
In fact, it was quite unsettling, but before Kim Hyunwoo could question the sound, he was already puzzling over the Duchess of Tesnokas intentions with a bewildered expression.
It seems you want something from me?
He answered.
Why do you think that?
It doesnt make sense that someone as beautiful as the Duchess would fall for me at first sight.
Following Kim Hyunwoos words, Duchess Tesnoka smiled as if she liked what she heard and then said,
Why? Its possible that I might have liked you at first sight, isnt it?
Its hard to believe it was love at first sight when you show no shyness, only a confident smile.
Is that so? I am serious about the marriage proposal.
It seems like you want to gain something through marriage with me.
Hearing Kim Hyunwoos calm voice, Duchess Tesnoka looked at him with a slightly surprised expression.
Ahem, excuse me.
She then sat down.
Duchess Tesnoka, now with a calmer expression than her previously confident demeanor, as if she had gained what she wanted, spoke.
Right. Its unexpected.
In what way?
Well, there are several aspects, but normally, when I propose marriage, everyone jumps at the chance. You do know who I am, right?
Ive heard you are Duchess Tesnoka.
Thats right. Normally, the lords who know this fact are eager to try something with me, but you, My Lord, are surprisingly calm.
Theres no such thing as a free lunch in this world. Naturally, your enticing proposal is not without cost.
Kim Hyunwoo answers neatly.
Youre well-informed.
The Duchess smiled again, as if amused,
First, even though you know who I am, Ive been late in introducing myself. I am Rania Tesnoka, the Duchess of the Tesnoka territory and a Duchess of the Norba Kingdom.
She extended her hand.
And I am Kim Hyunwoo, the Lord of Lartania.
By shaking her hand, Kim Hyunwoo was then able to engage in a proper conversation with her.
After a while,
In fact, the reason the Duchess kept proposing marriage to Kim Hyunwoo was because of the magical eye she possessed.
The Magical Eye of Enchantment.
Although it wasnt as powerful as the demonic eye mentioned in legends, capable of perfectly charming anyone, combined with her appearance, it was enough to bring out its full potential.
Moreover, despite her young age, the Magical Eye, which had been one of her weapons in managing her territory and diplomatic relations well, strangely did not work on Kim Hyunwoo.
It was the same no matter how many times she tried.
That wasnt the only thing that surprised the Duchess.
With just a few pieces of information, he quickly deduces the situation to get what he wants.
Of course, since he had come to build a relationship with him in the first place, it was a feasible story, but even so, the Duchess felt that the Lord of Lartania was remarkable.
Being a Duchess, and furthermore, the Lord of the Tesnoka territory, was a position that naturally could exert pressure on others.
Of course, the conversation was too short to go into further detail, but conversely, even that brief interaction was enough for the Duchess to recognize the value of Lartanias Lord.
I want it.
At least, as far as the Duchess could tell, the Lord of Lartania was a treasure.
A treasure with so much hidden that you couldnt see the bottom of it with just a 2-hour conversation.
Therefore,
I failed to bring him under me, but its surprisingly okay. Its no fun to obtain a treasure all at once.
The Duchess thought with a smile.
At that moment,
Merilda, who had been silently watching the Duchess leave from beyond the hill,
If I kill her, the Master would dislike it It wouldnt be something to be praised for.
Genuinely looking regretful, she crushed the stone in her hand into powder, genuinely looking regretful.
Three seconds would have been enough,
Merilda muttered, glaring at the carriage.
However, knowing that Kim Hyunwoo intended to gain some benefit through her, Merilda could not kill the Duchess.
Therefore, she looked regretful,
It would be okay if I dont kill her, right?
She thought, with a somewhat sinister smile.
About five hours later,
On a mountain path where Lartania was completely out of sight.
Crack-!
Kyaa?!
The high-end carriage that the Duchess of Tesnoka was riding was smashed to pieces by a stone that flew from somewhere.
And so, at the moment the Duchess was escaping from Lartania.
In the commercial territory of Rapengan,
Is this the place?
Yes, it is.
What about the budget?
We have brought half a years budget of the Calan Kingdom.
The Absolute Ruler of Darkness said,
We must obtain the Execution Sword.
She murmured while looking at the territory-
If necessary, I will destroy everything here.
-With a chilling gaze.
