I Became the Villain's Master - Chapter 102
Chapter 102
This was because they had done a lot of business with Duke Eckart, who was the only one who owned the magic stone mine.
“But you’re not as bad as I thought you were.”
“Yes, Father.”
He thought there would be a lot of backlash, but Terrion was surprisingly skillful.
“Didn’t you used to hate mages?”
“That was when I had a narrow-minded view of mages. I don’t think that way at all now.”
Even though he tried to hide his emotions, his sparkling purple eyes betrayed him.
Duke Eckart sighed in relief and smiled.
“Have you changed your mind about mages now?”
“Yes, Father. They are people who use amazing magic and have a lot to learn. I’ve been putting in serious effort and studying magic because of that. It’s truly amazing.”
“Good. It’s fortunate that our family has maintained a good relationship with the Tower since long ago.”
“I’d rather learn more.”
“Magic?”
Duke Eckart widened his eyes.
He wondered if Terrion was so impressed that he would say such a thing. Of course, that might be the case if the Tower Lord’s people himself had come out to subdue the monsters.
He heard that the aide had helped him alone.
“Yes, that too… and I’m also curious about Lady Rosette, who has a deep connection with the Tower Lord. Do you know anything about her? Aria mentioned her…”
At Terrion’s words, Duke Eckart recalled the incident at the imperial banquet.
She had perfect manners like a noble lady, and she shone in the banquet hall as if she were alone with Kiris.
‘They were a perfect match.’
And he had never imagined that Kiris would look at her like that.
“She was truly… an amazing person. It was the first time the Tower Lord brought a partner.”
“Then.”
Terrion clenched his fists and lowered his voice slightly.
“How much must she have contributed to the Tower to come as a partner? It’s awe-inspiring.”
The words “I want to meet her soon” echoed in his head.
“Since Aria seems to be close to her, ask Aria.”
“…I understand. Has Aria been well?”
Instead of answering Terrion’s question right away, Duke Eckart changed the subject.
“The current situation is not good.”
Duke Eckart, with a serious expression, slowly opened his mouth.
“His Majesty the Emperor, whose illness has worsened, is unable to attend to state affairs, and His Highness Crown Prince Cedric is in charge… .”
“Didn’t we agree to protect Aria?”
“Yes, that hasn’t changed.”
Terrion and Duke Eckart exchanged glances.
Aria, who was originally brought in to check the Emperor, was no longer the main purpose.
A child who is loved and must be protected.
They would do anything for her.
“Recently, His Highness the Crown Prince tried to send knights to interfere with our family.”
“Yes.”
“That’s right. If it weren’t for the end of the subjugation, he would have started interfering with the family. We can’t let that happen.”
Duke Eckart said, taking a sip of his tea.
“So, Terrion, I’ve decided.”
“Yes, Father. I will follow your wishes.”
“The fact that Aria is my daughter will not change. As of today, the Eckart ducal family will remain neutral so that Aria can be happy.”
“I also think that’s the best thing to do. There will be backlash from the nobles, but the tide is turning.”
The father and son, who confirmed that they were on the same page, nodded.
After finishing the conversation, Terrion dragged his tired body to Aria’s room.
‘She said in her letter that she was doing well… so I don’t have to worry.’
He wondered how much Aria, who used to smile so brightly, had grown.
Terrion tried to calm his pounding heart and called out to Aria in front of the door.
“…Aria?”
But when he heard no response, Terrion became worried.
Then he put his ear to the door, and he could faintly hear Aria’s excited voice.
“This is… the dress Lady Rosette touched! Hohohoho.”
A deep voice was heard, and Terrion was so surprised that he opened the door without knocking.
Then he saw Aria burying her face in the dress.
“…Aria?”
“Oh, brother? You’re here?”
Aria, who had her eyes wide open like a rabbit, turned her body quickly. Her pupils shook as if she had been caught doing something wrong.
“I wanted to see you! Huhu…”
Did he see something wrong?
Terrion tilted his head, patting Aria’s tearful face.
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