Chapter 408

"Phew …"

Lia, who had entered Rosie's bedroom, seemed to sense Edward's departure and could not help but sigh in relief.

But then, a bitter expression appeared on Lia's face.

"I should have guessed it. So many royal and noble families have gathered in the capital this time, and it's so lively. How could the Liushka family not come?"

This time, because Rosie, the gifted modern Hero, and the most precious treasure of the kingdom was looking for a son-in-law, almost all the nobles and even royals in the human world had come.

This included the nobles of other races. They would not miss this banquet either.

There was no other reason than that this was a chance for them to gain the protection of a future Hero, and also a great opportunity to form a marriage alliance with the Country of the Hero. In addition, Rosie was crowned as the most beautiful woman of the human race. There was almost no one who did not have thoughts about this.

Even though many knew that compared to the truly outstanding heroes, their chances of successfully becoming the husband of the most precious treasure of the kingdom were very low — so low that it was no less than a beautiful superstar suddenly falling in love with a beggar — they were not willing to miss this banquet.

Because everyone wanted to try their luck.

What if they succeeded?

What if he and Her Royal Highness fell for each other?

What if she liked their type?

That must be what many people were thinking, right?

In addition, for the selection of the son-in-law this time, there would definitely be nobles from all over the world gathered in the royal capital. Among them, there would be no lack of nobles and royalty with high positions of power. Even if they lost the selection in the end, they would still be able to get on good terms with some of the nobles and gain a lot of benefits for their families. It would definitely be a worthwhile trip. All the families and countries would definitely choose to make such a trip.

Since that was the case, it was not strange at all that Edward's Liushka family would come.

He might even be planning to use this opportunity to complete what Lia had been putting off all this time.

No, it should be said that this was the main purpose of his visit, right?

At this thought, Lia's eyes could not help but flash with gloom.

Recalling the strange look that flashed across Edward's eyes when he mentioned Rosie's selection of a husband, Lia felt a little nauseous.

It could be said that Edward was the person that Lia hated the most in her life.

Until now, Lia could still remember the shock, greed, evil, and lustful look in his eyes when he first saw her.

That was not the most important thing.

Most importantly, Leah had been trying his best to woo her after that, but ever since he saw Rosie, Leah had once again revealed that kind of gaze and was mesmerized by it. He stood there blankly for a long time and after that, he actually abandoned Leah to woo Rosie madly. After Rosie mercilessly taught him a lesson, he licked his face and came back to woo Leah again. That disgusting behavior made Leah lose her appetite for three whole days.

In such a situation, his reputation was still in a mess.

It was said that his private life was very chaotic. In his own territory, he often bullied men and took women by force. Many women that caught his eye were ruined, and many people's families were destroyed.

It was said that he had married several wives and concubines, but those wives and concubines had always been treated violently by him in private, and in the end, they died one after another.

It was said that he had once made a move on the wife and daughter of a visiting noble. After he was discovered, he immediately pushed all the blame to the other party.

It was also said that because of his unscrupulous behavior, many nobles in the Liusica territory had protested and reported him to the Liusica family, which was the lord of the territory. In the end, the territory was in chaos.

He could no longer be described as a spoiled brat. He was a real bully and scum.

Unfortunately, this scumbag was the only surviving male heir of the Liusica family. His two older brothers had both died in an accident, so his father doted on him very much. Otherwise, based on what he had done, he would have been executed many times over.

The Liusica family was a genuine ducal family. Opposite to the Stringham family, which was responsible for guarding the northern part of the kingdom, the Liusica family was responsible for guarding the southern part of the kingdom.

Of course, compared to the Stringham family, the Liusica family did not have as much power.

Because the southern part of the kingdom was bordered by a small country, they did not dare to openly target Mithra Kingdom like the Ragnar Empire. Instead, in order to seek Mithra Kingdom's protection, they constantly showed goodwill to the kingdom.

Because of this, the nobles and even the royal family of that small country had given many "gifts" to the Liusica family. Rather than saying that the Liusica family was guarding the border, it was more like they were fishing for benefits. Therefore, the Liusica family's power and ability to guard the border were incomparable to the Stringham family, who had fought for the kingdom from all over the world.

However, no matter how incomparable, the Liusica family was still a ducal family.

Since it was a ducal family, it was the highest class of nobles in the kingdom. Other than other ducal families and some powerful marquis families, the other nobles could not even compare to them.

For example, the two guards that Adel brought with him today were both above level 70. They were probably the commanders of the knights under the Liusica family's command.

The Liusica family actually sent the commanders of the knights to protect their own son, and there were two of them. This showed how much the Liusica family loved Adel, as well as the "peace" in the Liusica territory. Otherwise, as a valuable combat force, how could the commander of the knights have the free time to be a young master's guard?

But this was not the most unfortunate thing.

The most unfortunate thing was that Lia and Adel were engaged.

Yes.

Lia's betrothal was from the Liusica family, Adel.

This was not a betrothal arranged by Anci for Lia. It was arranged when the previous king, Lia's grandfather and Anci's father, was still on the throne.

Because it was a betrothal, the previous king had no idea that Adel would grow up to be like this. After Anci succeeded the throne, the old king passed away. The Liusica family immediately used the reason that "this is a betrothal arranged by the late king, and we should follow his last wishes" as an excuse to not cancel the betrothal.

This reason, one had to admit, was quite practical.

At least, in this medieval-style world, among the influential nobles, it was indeed useful.

Anci also felt that it was troublesome.

If there was a reason, it would be fine. But if they unilaterally canceled the betrothal arranged by the previous king without a reason, it would definitely be a source of gossip.

Helpless, Anci could only help Lia delay the betrothal as much as possible and see if there was a solution in the future.

Therefore, Lia had been avoiding Adel, but Adel had been pestering her. More than once, Lia felt a headache and annoyed because of this matter.

As she thought about it, the bitterness on Lia's face turned into self-mockery.

"And I said that I must help my sister find happiness. I can't even guarantee my own happiness."

At this moment, Lia had revealed her weakness.

Of course, Lia would not allow herself to be weak for too long.

"I am the first princess of Mithra Kingdom, Rosie's sister. Even if I am not as outstanding as Rosie, I am still a true descendant of the Brave."

This sentence was something that Lia would silently think and recite in her heart almost every day to remind herself.

Regardless of whether she would become the queen and inherit the throne in the future, regardless of what the future would be, she must not embarrass the royal family, her father, and even more so, Rosie.

"Alright!"

Lia pulled herself together and regained her usual cheeky vibe. With a playful smile, she headed towards Rosie's room.

Along the way, Lia naturally met many young nobles who were staying in the palace, intending to court Rosie's favor.

Under the attentions of these nobles, Lia politely declined their requests to meet Rosie, and perfunctorily brushed off those who hoped that she would put in a good word for Rosie. Then, with the female knights of the Sword Saint Knights welcoming her, she entered the inner palace and arrived before Rosie's room.

Then, Lia opened the door without the slightest bit of courtesy.

"Rosie, I … am … here …"

When Lia walked into the room and was about to greet Rosie with a cheerful voice, the scene that appeared in front of her made her widen her eyes and freeze on the spot.

"Sister … Sister Lia …!?"

Rosie's voice rang out, and it was filled with panic.

"What the hell!"

Shien could not help but curse.

The room fell into a deathly silence in an instant.

Lia felt her vision darken, and she had the urge to faint.

She could not help it.

She saw it.

She saw Tsune Takeshi hitting Laifu!

After returning to her senses, Lia closed the door almost as quickly as she could, causing a loud bang that startled the female knight who was guarding outside the door.

"Your Highness Rosie? Your Highness Lia? "

"What is it?"

"Did something happen?"

The female knights gathered in front of the door in surprise, looking at each other as they asked.

"N-nothing! Don't mind it! Guard the door! Don't let anyone in! "

Lia's voice rang from behind the door. Her voice was filled with stiffness and slight panic, as well as an unquestionable sternness, causing the female knights to lower their heads and return to their posts.

Only then did Lia slowly turn around with her back against the door. She looked at Shien who had put on his clothes and was looking at the scenery outside the window as if oblivious to anything. Then, she looked at Rosie who was hiding under the blankets with only her head poking out, shuffling as if she was putting on her clothes. Her face was as dark as it could be.

"The two of you …!?"

Lia felt like she was gnashing her teeth in anger. She even felt like the sky had collapsed, causing her heart to feel cold.

At that moment, there was only one thought in Lia's mind.

"So the best cabbage in our house has been taken away already?"

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