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~I Became the Male Lead's Adopted daughter/I Became the Male Lead's Wife!~
~Chapter 31~
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~Within the three years time of Boleoti's sudden appearance,
and particularly in this breeding season of rampant beasts,~
~This year's magical hunting was expected to be extravagant.~
~But, while inspecting the hunting grounds, the amount of magic cast there has noticeably disappeared.~
~The reason for the sudden disappearance of the horses and why nothing was caught during the hunt.~
The reason behind this mysterious phenomena-
~Was because of the illegal trading of beasts.~
~The aristocrats who had the time and money always wanted something different.~
Those who negotiated in this transaction without any sense of guilt were the ones who took this matter lightly.
~The only thought about how wonderful it would be if a wild beast could be tamed and bred effectively!~
This foolish idea that can easily make history,
𝖂𝖍𝖊𝖗𝖊 𝖙𝖍𝖊 𝖊𝖓𝖉 𝖎𝖘 𝖇𝖔𝖚𝖓𝖉 𝖙𝖔 𝖓𝖔𝖙 𝖇𝖊𝖈𝖔𝖒𝖊 𝖆 𝖌𝖔𝖔𝖉 𝖔𝖓𝖊.
The beasts are only adorable and calm when they're still young,
But when they become adults, they tend to harm people and can devastate a whole area.
~Moreover, the value of a beast's corpse has become the seed of a huge controversy.~
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"We matched the recent movements of the north after the aristocrats were told off. After the Duke's warning, he became so frightened that he was in seclusion." Rupert explained as Duke Phileo looked over the report.
"Recently, we focused on the movements of the servants who were hired by these aristocrats, too." Rupert said.
"Name a few of them." Duke Phileo said in a thick tone as his eyes became narrowed while glancing up at Rupert.
Rupert nodded his head and started to name a few.
"As you know, Count Meleocca and Baron Glice are mobilizing in two places. They sent their servants to the mansion." Rupert responded.
"The Count has always been using the same person. While the Baron would use a different person every time." Rupert explained.
"The number of times a person was sent and the times when they were visited are similar." Rupert continued.
Duke Phileo put a finger over his chin.
"It could be 'Meleocca's' doing....It's like their family is a flower that has suddenly bloomed in society." Duke Phileo said with narrowed eyes and his eyebrows were furrowed.
"It's indeed a powerful family." Duke Phileo stated as Rupert gulped and sweated a bit as he looked down.
"And so, which family are we going to meet?" Duke Phileo asked.
"It's the family of Count Tavanos." Rupert answered.
Duke Phileo looked at Rupert with his eyes still narrowed and eyebrows furrowed.
"Now, the bothersome pests are lurking." Duke Phileo stated as he set the report down on his desk as he leaned back on his chair.
"During the three years that the Duke stayed in the capital, he was free to act as the monarch of the north." Rupert said as his eyes narrowed and he sweated a bit.
"That's not funny." Duke Phileo stated.
'Monarch', you say?
"Well, it's because they are known for having a well founded history." Rupert responded.
"Hearing that sounds like a joke." Duke Phileo said as he was leaned back against his chair.
"But...isn't the imperial family also concerned about this?" Rupert asked.
"If it hadn't been for harassing Annelise and Leo, do you think they'd be acting smarter now?" Duke Phileo questioned.
Of course our Fairy and Leo can already protect themselves.
"Hmm.....The imperial family has something on their side, too." Rupert stated.
"The emperor was quite the sharp one." Duke Phileo said as he leaned against his left hand.
"It's possible they're not stupid enough to be ignorant about this." Duke Phileo stated.
"That's not it. Let them mess with each other." Duke Phileo said with a smirk and narrowed eyes.
"You're starting to resemble the Young Lady." Rupert exclaimed as he shook in fear while sweating and having a dreaded look.
"Of course. She's my daughter." Duke Phileo stated with a 'duh' face as he sparkled.
"Ah, Yes....." Rupert trailed off as he sweated.
"Keep your eyes on them for now." Duke Pileo said.
"Yes." Rupert replied.
"And also, about Viscount Kerata." Duke Phileo started which caught Rupert's attention who got the report.
"Viscount Kerata?" Rupert questioned as an image of Viscount Kerata appeared in his mind who had a smile as he was harmless.
"The Viscount's second daughter is of the same age a Leo." Duke Phileo said.
"Ah, so you've met the Viscount." Rupert said.
"The Viscount couple is really loved by children, their second daughter is practically clinging to their arms."
"I see. So, she is the same age as the young Lady." Rupert said with a smile.
"It would be nice if she could become Leo's friend." Duke Phileo stated glanced away as he had a hand over his chin.
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A few days later
A tray is seen with a green envelope with a dear seal.
Duke Phileo grabbed the envelope from the tray which Cara is holding as he opened the envelope.
"It's from the wife of Viscount Kerata." Duke Phileo said as he read out the letter.
~Greetings of peace to the Duke of Boleoti. We will be hosting a tea party and we could like to invite the Duke, The Lady, and the Young Lady.....~
"It is rumored that his wife often invites noble families with children to attend the tea parties that she hosts. Since the Duke is now a husband and a parent of a women and child, there is nothing strange about receiving an invitation from her." Cara stated.
"Right, there's nothing strange about it." Duke Phileo said as Cara nodded.
Duke Phileo put the letter back inside the envelope.
"And Annelise? And Leo?" Duke Phileo asked.
"The lady's are in the living room." Cara answered.
"And, Ardea said that he has something to discuss with the Duke later, regarding the Lady's lessons." Cara said following Duke Phileo.
"Tell him that I'll met him in the afternoon." Duke Phileo replied as he kept walking while Cara stopped following him.
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In the living room
Many toys are seen on the floor.
Leonia is see sitting on a rocking horse as she moves forward and backwards with a bored face.
Leonia let out a sigh as she thought of one thing.
Annelise is seen sitting on the couch as she was embroidering.
(Annelise dress)
Annelise too sigh as she felt life is useless.
Duke Phileo sweat dropped as his lips were parted while staring at the mother and daughter duo.
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Chapter 31 complete!!!
I hope you like this chapter!!
Anyways a little spoiler for the future!!!
Varia(the female lead of the novel) and Annelise will be like Ribia Priscilla and Fiona Green( I became the wife of the male lead).
Sooo~~~ What I am trying to say is that Varia will take an interest in Annelise just like Ribia and Fiona's relationship!!
Anyways that's it love you all!!!!