After I Sent the Divorce Letter, My Husband Went Mad - Chapter 86

RP: Haebaragi_syk

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Chapter 43.2

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The previous Duke Balkan was so extravagant that the only fertile lands where crops could be harvested were all the imperial family’s property. Even when the territory was granted this time, that wasn’t included. What was left were only barren, unproductive lands barely suitable for subsistence farming. And no matter how fertile the land might be, it was a region without a warp, so only the people who already lived there remained. It was a place with almost no influx from the outside.

No one was willing to install a warp in such a place. However, instead of the Hyllan Merchants Association, the warp permit came to Leshulean’s desk under the name of the Association’s leader’s personal funds.

“A warp, huh?”

Leshulean frowned as he held the paper.

He flicked the paper between his fingers as he read the report. It wasn’t a request for a national budget—it was a request for permission, indicating that the leader of the Association would handle it personally.

“Seriously, why is the leader of the Hyllan Merchants Association investing so much in Cassel?”

He couldn’t understand it. The idea of investing with personal funds instead of through the Hyllan Merchants Association was completely unprecedented.

“It seems like they’re offering support as a guardian, though.”

Chelias also wore a puzzled expression.

“It’s one of the Empire’s greatest mysteries.”

In the end, Leshulean nodded at his words.

“Will you not give permission?”

“It’s better to have a warp for the sake of the Empire.”

Leshulean silently looked at the permit and scribbled something more.

“What is it?”

“It’s an additional funding.”

“Oho.”

“This amount is necessary to avoid getting criticized.”

Leshulean remembered how Cassel had unexpectedly accepted the territory he had intended to use as leverage as a threat, drawing the disdain of the nobles. Although Cassel later made a statement through the press, many still felt pity for him. So, given this, he had to do something like this.

“We need to publicly promote that the imperial family provided assistance.”

“Of course.”

“How the warp ended up being built all the way in the Balkan region.”

Leshulean shook his head slightly.

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An official document granting permission for the warp was sent from the imperial palace. The document also mentioned that additional funding would soon be provided, which made Leilia feel pleased.

Cassel, standing beside her, also reviewed the letter and documents sent by the Emperor.

“It seems they are conscious of public opinion.”

He smirked.

“Things are going well.”

Leilia also decided to accept the imperial family’s support.

“Deliver this to Lucis, and let’s head out quickly.”

Today, they planned to visit the area where the magic stones were located. At Leilia’s words, Cassel strapped on his sword and held her hand tightly. He did this because bringing escort knights would be less effective for protecting her compared to transferring his aura.

“It’s not an area where demonic beasts appear, but there’s no harm in being cautious.”

At his words, Leilia squeezed his hand.

After the warp was decided to be built in a location slightly away from the castle after finding a suitable spot, the two of them went there to inform Lucis that permission had been granted. Building the warp required many experts. Since it couldn’t be constructed without the Emperor’s permission, the project wasn’t officially underway yet. Lucis was working on detailed estimates while discussing various matters with the experts.

“Lord Lucis.”

Leilia addressed Lucis politely from outside. At her call, Lucis turned his head to look at the two of them.

“His Majesty’s permission has been given.”

“Oh, that’s a relief. It will be completed in about a month.”

“That’s quicker than I expected.”

“That’s because we called in skilled experts.”

As Leilia smiled in satisfaction at his words, Cassel placed his hand on Lucis’s shoulder.

“I’m counting on you.”

“Then, have a good trip.”

He knew where they were going, but since it was still a secret among the three of them, Lucis responded appropriately. Leilia and Cassel nodded and turned to walk back to the carriage.

“Hmm.”

Lucis quietly pondered as he watched them leave.

“Whether it’s just the two of us or the three of us.”

Lucis thought back to when he was with Leilia.

It seemed that Cassel was always there whenever he was around. Sometimes, Cassel was there for his own matters, though he always showed up whenever he was there.

“Is it just my imagination?”

He recalled Cassel, who was unusually vigilant around him.

“Suspicious.”

He rubbed his chin.

It was because Cassel’s behavior was similar to how he acted when his wife met a very distinguished man.

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