Chapter 195. Engagement, Part VIII

Translator: Khan

Editor: Aelryinth

Dian thought it didnt matter now that His Highness Killian had said she would have the position of a noble lady. Going by her ladys side was the way to be happy, and she would try to go that way. She wiped out the sinful thoughts she had felt while looking at Regina. She really wanted to be happy with everyone.

Francis was waiting for Killian when he returned from a meeting with his mother Irene, as everyone knew. Oh, Killian, you must be pretty busy. I waited a long time.

Killian frowned as soon as he saw Francis, who put on airs with Marquis Marius. Contact me first before you come. Its better if I dont see you.

Francis sat down opposite him and smiled at Killian, who looked scornfully at him. Did you think youd almost won since you are engaged with Princess Kiellini?

I know you care a lot about prophecy. And did you say that Id almost won? Francis, you seem to have a big misunderstanding. I will rise to the seat that was originally reserved for me. It is perfectly natural.

Killian shook his hand as if Francis was being foolish. Dont be so mean and leave. You seem to be trying to provoke me to dig up information; you know its no use.

Francis leaned back on the sofa, rather relaxed, even though Killian denied his visit. My mother believed that old fortune-teller whom you look down on. Most of the aristocrats who have seats are probably concerned with the prophecy, right? So, I wont change the idea that the woman Im marrying should be the highest-ranking woman in the Empire.

Are you declaring war? Its no use trying because Princess Kiellinis marriage to you will never happen.

Well, well have to wait and see. But its a surprise. I thought youd just ignore the prophecy, but you didnt find another alternative, did you?

Killian once again shook his hand like a fly was buzzing about him.

Francis was angry with him, and said grimly, Theres only one thing I can advise. Before I die, you wont be the Crown Prince, so dont lose your strength and try to stay where you are.

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Francis thought he would have to meet Killian as soon as he received the card handed him by Marquis Marius, who had returned yesterday. He planned to advise the cocky fellow who was always full of confidence for no reason, to be prepared because the war would begin in earnest. But when he faced Killian, he was angry at the way he was being ignored without any tension.

What makes him so confident? The son of bitch, who had lived free from worldly cares, suddenly became greedy for the Emperors seat. Moreover, he had such confidence even though he moved late

Even if Killian had the love of their Imperial father, his own power with his maternal grandfather, Duke Dudley, at his back was even more dominant. Even the Duke of Dudley, who had been strengthening his power in Austern for a long time, could not be compared to his, even though Killian was the king of the Principality of Bertino.

Raising the Prince to the Crown Prince had to be approved by the Congress. It was unclear exactly how far the Emperors invisible hand could reach, but Francis thought that most of the influential aristocrats were under his command.

Francis rose from his seat and controlled his face, thinking of his advantageous position. Yes, its good to be confident. But Ill make you hit the ground and regret it soon.

Killian frowned as Francis took Marius out.

Ian, go get Valerian. Franciss attitude is so arrogant that he seems to be scheming something. From now on, Ill have Valerian escort Julietta personally.

Ian handed over the letter he was carrying, not thinking of leaving at Killians command. Your Highness, I couldnt deliver this because I didnt have a chance. After you went to the palace of the second Queen, a letter from Mrs. Raban of the Kiellini family arrived.

What? Why are you delivering it now?

Killian took the letter angrily and ran it over quickly. She cant stay still for a second. Why the Hell did she say she was going to Vicern?

Killian jumped up and ordered. Just tell Albert to get ready for a trip with Lilly. Ill be leaving for Vicern right away.

At the Princes command, the attendants got busy, and the summoned Valerian arrived. Valerian, Im leaving for Vicern right now, so get ready quickly. Why werent there any reports of Juliettas whereabouts until Mrs. Raban sent a letter? Ill give a reprimand for this later.

Your Highness, I was going to visit you because of the whereabouts of Princess Kiellini. The knight I put on the princess sent me a magic message. She didnt go to Vicern, but used the Magic Square for the Baden Territory.

Baden? Is she going to Tilia? Killian stopped trying to catch her, in case she ran away again with a sudden change of heart.

Yes, Your Highness.

Yes, shes not a personality that she would leave it in my hands alone. Why didnt I think of that?

He blamed himself for his carelessness in knowing Juliettas character, and instructed Ian, Stop preparing for the trip. If shes been to Tilia, shell be right back.

Watching Killian sitting back on the sofa at ease, Valerian asked, Why do you think so?

Julietta must have heard of Marquis Mariuss visit to the Tilia Territory. She must be nervous that he might have noticed something. Im sure shell come to check on me. So, Ill wait.

While speaking in a relaxed manner on the surface, Killians thoughts were not so comfortable. Shed tried to visit Tilia while she deceived him by going to Vicern. When will Julietta honestly tell me everything?

A saucy fellow. Francis returned to his palace after leaving Killians palace and gritted his teeth.

Never mind. If anything happens anyway, Prince Killian is done.

Bring him up.

At Francis command, Havier brought a man.

Is it clear that what you gave us id the secret of the Kiellini family?

Yes, Your Highness, no matter who conducts an autopsy, he will not know that he died of poison. The Duke of Kiellini has no intention of marrying his precious daughter to the Prince from Bertino. So Princess Kiellini and the Duke will be loyal to you if you will only kill Killian.

Marquis Marius went all the way to Tilia, but he could not see the Duke of Kiellini. But when he left Tilia and arrived at the inn in Baden, the Dukes butler came to see him. He had heard of him and brought him right to Francis.

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The middle-aged butler had served the Kiellini family for many years, but was forced to leave Tilias mansion after a vow of silence. Just before leaving the mansion, Regina handed him a piece of paper when he went to say goodbye to his owner and Lady Regina.

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Morton, they wont care about you, even if you swore by magic. Well, actually, I dont care if they keep an eye on you. Im sure theyre not even worried because of the magic killing you the moment you decide to speak.

Lady, I have sworn allegiance to the Kiellini family. If you give me an order, Ill try to tell you the truth, even if I die.

No, that kind of futile death doesnt help me. Youve worked as my fathers butler for decades, so you know about herbs and tea leaves. If you leave Tilias mansion, youll see the opportunity and tell Prince Francis that if he combines the poison as written on this paper, he can kill people without any evidence.

Do you want him to kill that fake girl?

No. If you reveal the identity of the girl, hell find out about my fathers fake conspiracy about the princess. Then the Kiellini family will disappear from history. Im really angry, but I cant reveal that until the last minute.

Then what should I tell him to do with this poison? Morton asked carefully, as if he didnt understand.

Give it to Prince Francis this way. Reminds him of the old days, when my father covered up the scandal when Duke Dudley killed the Empress. My father went all the way to Bertino to support Prince Killian, but you should allude that the relationship soured.

Can I just do that?