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CHAPTER 4

"Oh my God!" the Mayordoma shouted in shock when he saw the two of them from the Archduke. Then he immediately closed the door. "I will take care of this, your grace! Just keep doing what you're doing." it said from outside.

his red face was even redder because of the butler. It might think anything.

"Are you gonna sleep on the floor?" the Archduke said gruffly and even now he noticed that he was standing and fixing his damaged collar.

because of the shame he stood up quickly but he winced because of the pain in his leg. Even now he noticed that his leg was crippled. But because of his current situation, he will first understand something else and not this.

his sin was so great that he immediately bowed down to ask for forgiveness. “I-I'm sorry, My Lord. That won't happen again." he said full of sincerity while tightly closing his eyes. His hands were also shaking.

his courage earlier but now his tail has bent. Even now he remembered his life! It seems that at the hands of the Archduke, his most cherished life will end.

He heard the Archduke sigh. Its irritation is obvious. "That shouldn't be happening again, Miss." he said annoyed then passed him. "Finish your meal, then let the guard guide you to my office." this was the last promise that he immediately turned to her.

“Oh. My Lord—” He was about to reach for it but the door closed.

He bit his lip.

is he mad at her? Will he tell her when he gets to her office like his father did?

She choked back her joy and wiped away a single tear that fell from her eyes.

He is brave so why would he cry? Only the weak cry!

He took a deep breath then returned to the dining table and finished his meal. And because of his heavy feeling, he increased his food. Through this, the weight he feels will be reduced a little.

Only foods can heal her broken heart.

A few minutes later, Querencia came out of the dining room and was met by the guard. It looks handsome but the Archduke is more blessed. And speaking of height, the Archduke is even more blessed. The guard was only up to his ears, while the Archduke's was only up to his shoulders.

She was tall compared to other women but when it came to the men here in the Archduchy she was dwarfed.

"I will accompany you to the Archduke's office, Miss." said the guard smiling as he glanced at it.

It seems that this man is superior to the Archduke in personality alone. Because that's strict. A bull is overpowered.

"All right. thank you.” she returned his heat with a sweet heat that could really melt his heart.

The guard's ears suddenly turned red and immediately looked away. Taste it. "Let's go, miss." it has already walked.

He smirked. if so, his smile has an effect on the people here. Could he use it on the Archduke? Maybe his heart will soften a little.

His smile suddenly disappeared when he remembered that they were going to his office. What important things are they going to talk about? was it about earlier?

He shook his head. He needs to get rid of the nervous feeling. He might faint when he faces the Archduke. But, first of all, he has to act properly even if he has difficulty walking. It's a good thing the guard didn't notice earlier that he was walking awkwardly.

"Here we are, Miss. I can't seem to announce you anymore. Because the Archduke wants you to be quiet and just knock. but when he asks, just answer." the guard ordered when they arrived at his office.

He swallowed. "All right. Thanks again." He only smiled slightly while the guard bowed.

He looked up then swallowed again. The size of its door. it's like he's about to enter death's door.

"Don't be afraid, Miss. The Archduke will not eat you." joked the guard just standing in his place.

He winced slightly. "Haha, okay." I hope it won't eat him.

he knocked three times and the door opened automatically. If only he didn't know that there are magics in this world, he would definitely be impressed.

He entered and the Archduke's eyes immediately met. It makes the knees weak.

"Sit down." he said coldly then gestured with one hand to the seat in front of him. And because he was an obedient child, he sat down.

"About what you said earlier. Is it really true that you don't want to marry the Crown Prince?” it initially asked and raised an eyebrow.

he quickly nodded. “Yes. I don't want to marry him. I don't want to get married to someone I don't know very well and I don't even love." he excused himself and immediately frowned.

What he says is true! Why does it look like he's lying?! except that he does not want to die, that is also one of his reasons.

CHAPTER 4 CONT

The Archduke's gaze suddenly sharpened, making him stand up. "If that's your reason, why did you come to me?" he asked with his tongue retracted for a moment.

Will he tell the truth?

"Uhmm... because..." what is his reason other than this powerful person?

The Archduke sighed so he looked at her. “Miss Lynn. Did you know that if you want to cancel your engagement to someone, you need an acceptable reason? for example: You have a lover that you're going to marry. It means, you need to marry me; a person who you just met for the first time and you didn't even love." His serious language stunned him.

This is correct. But he thought of that! from what he read in the story Castriel did nothing wrong! So this is what he approached! Apart from its handsomeness and cool personality, it doesn't kill innocent people, and it won't use it either!

She braced herself and resisted his sharp gaze. he stood up then walked to the Archduke's side. “My Lord. With all the strength and bravery that left in me.” she slid her hands into her pocket then grabbed the ring that she brought when they ran away. she kneel on one knee and show the ring to the Archduke who's staring at her in disbelief. "Will you marry me?!"

The Archduke's eyes widened as he looked at her and his lips parted. "What the fck, Miss Lynn?! Did you eat?!” he couldn't believe his promise to her.

he bit his lip. “Please say 'yes', My Lord!” he pleaded. He is really persistent!

The Archduke frowned at this. "Stop fooling around, Miss Lynn. I'll send a letter to your father that you're here. You'll go home tomorrow." he said as he sat on the floor.

"M-my lord..." she looked at it pleadingly. He cried.

His hand rose and his hand focused on her so she stood up quickly and pulled the brooch pin that was on her chest. Along with her disappearance, her brooch also disappeared.

—

"Miss!" Marina screamed in shock as she fell on the bed.

He looked at his hand and there was the brooch. There is nothing wrong with it. It means that what he touched, that will be carried.

He clenched his fist. That's Castriel! He even used teleportation magic to get him to leave! argh!!!

"Miss, are you all right?" Marina asked worriedly and then approached him.

He looked at her while frowning. “The Archduke did not accept, Marina. He is bad!” He seemed to cry like a child. The plan he made was terrible and that was the only result! his life is at stake here! Life!

Marina hugged him. "There's still tomorrow, Miss. You can do it." It comforted him but he didn't react.

He shook his head. "There is no tomorrow because we are going home to hell, Marina." she said crying.

Marina, who couldn't think of a way, just hugged him and let him cry on her shoulder.

He felt sorry for him. Even if he doesn't know it, he feels how serious the problem he is carrying is.

“I hope everything goes well.” Marina whispered in the wind.

Castriel caressed her forehead when the girl disappeared.

"What happened to him?" he asked Lauren who he ordered to watch over the young lady.

It appeared at his side while bowing. "He fell on the bed and suddenly started crying when the assistant came." its news.

He sighed. "All right. You can leave now.” he said and it immediately disappeared.

he put his hand on his cheek then looked at the chest where the brooch that disappeared with that girl was placed earlier.

It was obviously very persistent in breaking the marriage contract. But the big question. Why him?

did he choose her because she is single and has a high position? But everyone knows that he is not interested in matters related to marriage. And that girl...he was impressed by the courage she showed. because some of the women were afraid to approach him, while others had bad intentions. As for this girl... he couldn't read her mind.

He looked down when he saw a ring. He picked it up and looked at it.

the young lady was holding this ring earlier. It's obviously cheap but well designed. It looks like the choice is laborious. If other people see this they will surely love what they think about this ring.

He sat back in the chair and then leaned back.

even if he wanted to, he couldn't marry her. They can't. He was a monster, while this was a...fairy that wouldn't suit someone like him.

He closed his eyes.

He cried because of her...so I hope that will be enough to make him leave her.

Every step the Baron takes is FAST towards the garden where they will meet the Crown Prince.

She didn't know but she was excited and nervous because of his sudden call to her.

After he arrived, the guard first announced him and then let him enter the greenhouse.

when he entered he immediately saw the Crown Prince sitting while sipping tea.

“Your Majesty, the Crown Prince. I'm glad you called me." he promised as he bowed.

The crown prince turned to him and smiled at him. "Sit down Baron." he invited as he extended his hand to a chair.

He sat down and an assistant came to put tea in his tea cup.

He looked at the prince and it was as if he was waiting for him to break the silence so he just spoke. "Why did you call me, dear prince?" he asked politely.

He smiled. “I just wanted to say hello to your son, Baron.” his eyes suddenly became sharp which sent him a fright. "You don't seem to know that your son ran away. I still want to see him." it grinned making his feathers stand up.

His tongue suddenly retracted but he tried to speak. "U-uhm... My son is rebelling a bit. N-but don't worry dear prince. I'll find him—” he was cut off when the prince interjected.

"Don't, Baron. Let your child go first. Because there is something I want to witness." the prince smiled horrified and it foreshadowed danger. "He is now clinging to my beloved cousin so let him do what he wants to do first." it sipped the tea again. “Don't act as you please, baron. Let me control everything.”

The baron's hands were shaking as he nodded repeatedly. "Yes, yes, dear prince. I will do everything you want.”

'This is also for the development of our family, Querencia.' said the baron in his mind.

(END)