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Chapter 47 – Deal
And so another day passed.
Moonlight gently descended upon the darkness that filled the mansion.
“…”
The quiet of the predawn, with everyone asleep.
The mansion was quieter than ever.
Luna slowly summoned her magic, sensing the surroundings cautiously.
‘It’s quiet.’
Luna suppressed any sound and slowly made her way towards the Duke’s study.
The reason she was heading to the Duke’s study at this ambitious hour was simple.
The passage connecting to the underground vault was located in none other than the Duke’s study.
Luna carefully held a glass bottle in her pocket.
Inside the small bottle was a full load of hypnotic powder.
‘Where on earth could he have gotten this from?’
Where could he have obtained so much hypnotic powder?
And how could he have thought to hand over such a valuable item to her without any precautions?
‘How cute.’
From the moment Kyle handed her the hypnotic powder, one thing became clear.
Kyle’s purpose wasn’t to trap her.
If that were his intention, he wouldn’t have risked giving her such a dangerous item.
He simply needed the Holy Blood desperately.
Enough to tolerate even appeasing her abhorrent tastes.
‘What could be the reason?’
Could there be some special effect of the Holy Blood that she didn’t know about?
Or did he receive some orders from the Papal See, eagerly seeking the Holy Blood?
If not that, then…
Could it be to offer the Holy Blood to Rudine Eckhart?
‘…No, that’s impossible.’
Luna vigorously shook her head, denying the emerging delusion.
Kyle couldn’t possibly be so foolish because of a woman like her as to make such a stupid choice.
Luna didn’t doubt that.
Step—step—
In the tranquil silence, only the sound of Luna’s footsteps echoed faintly.
After walking for a few minutes.
The Duke’s study started to come into view in the distance.
‘Two of them.’
Two knights guarding the door.
Luna slowly took out the glass bottle she had brought.
Holding her breath, she poured a small amount of hypnotic powder onto her outstretched palm.
Hum—
A verdant aura of mana emanated from her fingertips.
In an instant, the surge of mana soared into the air, showering the hypnotic powder over the knights guarding the door.
A handful of powder perfume, imbued with potent mana, dispersed into the air.
The hypnotic powder, floating gently in the air, discreetly scattered over the heads of the knights guarding the door.
After a moment.
Thud—
Instantly, the knights who inhaled the hypnotic powder lost consciousness and collapsed where they stood.
“…”
Luna calmly approached the door and turned the handle.
Click—
A sharp metallic sound echoed as the door remained firmly locked.
Luna took out the prepared key and unlocked the door to the study.
Simultaneously, she pushed the unconscious guards inside and closed the door behind her.
Thud—
As soon as the door closed, Luna swiftly entered the study without hesitation.
A stone wall in the corner of the study.
A rectangle was drawn neatly on the brick wall.
Luna approached it carefully.
Upon closer inspection, what seemed to be a line was actually a crack.
Brrrr—
With a slight vibration, the wall echoed.
After a moment, with a creaking sound, the wall shifted sideways, revealing the entrance to the secret passage.
Beyond the secret passage lay a corridor shrouded in pitch-black darkness.
Without hesitation, Luna entered.
The common darkness and silence filled the corridor, but Luna was fine with it.
Thanks to the magic she applied to her eyes, she could still see somewhat in the darkness.
Luna swiftly crossed the corridor.
After passing several twists and turns, a bright light flowed from the end of the corridor.
Luna abruptly stopped in her tracks.
‘Five of them.’
Five family knights guarding the end of the corridor.
Luna once again took out the glass bottle and repeated a series of actions.
After a moment.
Thud—
The knights who had inhaled the hypnotic powder collapsed one by one.
Luna passed by them, pinching her nose and mouth shut.
“Haah…”
The tall bookshelves, filled with various volumes.
Exquisite craftsmanship pieces scattered throughout the floor.
Valuable jewels, accessories, and minerals adorned the space, reminiscent of a vast museum.
The important thing starts now.
Even if she neutralizes the guards at the door, the vault is laden with traps everywhere, and one wrong move could end everything.
The location of the Holy Blood is in the depths of the vault.
Hence, every path to it is akin to a minefield.
“It’s been a while since I’ve been here.”
Luna slowly recalled memories of the past.
And then, she began to move forward step by step.
“Good.”
Yes, it’s Kyle’s request, and she can’t even do this much?
No need to worry.
Even before returning to the past, Luna had been to the depths of the vault a few times.
Even if any unexpected problems arise, it doesn’t matter.
All she had to do was to kill all the witnesses and then leave with Kyle.
Yes, as long as Kyle is safe.
Only Kyle.
“…”
Luna proceeded forward slowly.
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The Princess, Rudine Eckhart.
She was walking through the corridors of the Imperial Palace.
Rudine’s face was as composed as ever.
Her steps were graceful, and the dress enveloping her body exuded elegance.
“This way, Your Highness.”
A courtier stood before her, guiding Rudine.
The face was familiar to her.
This person always stuck by the Empress’s side, volunteering to run errands.
Arriving at a certain door.
The courtier stood before the door, cleared his throat, then called out in a loud voice.
“Her Majesty, the Princess is here for an audience.”
“At ease, just come in.”
Rudine maintained her smile.
Not to conceal her tension, but simply because the whole situation amused her.
“Please, take a seat.”
The Empress commanded with a cool tone.
Rudine lightly bowed in greeting and took her seat.
“Skip the formalities.”
The Empress placed her teacup roughly on the table.
Rudine simply looked at her with a smile.
“What are you thinking?”
The Empress asked bluntly, causing Rudine’s eyes to widen.
“Pardon? What do you mean?”
“Cut the act. Are you daring to challenge me by acting up like this?”
“Oh my, not at all. It’s a misunderstanding. Please, enlighten me, Your Majesty.”
The Empress stared sharply at Rudine with narrowed eyes.
Rudine just smiled and looked back at her, unfazed.
Despite the appearance of a mother-daughter greeting, there was something twisted in the gaze exchanged between them.
“I’ve heard the story. So, you’re trying to interfere in the succession to the throne.”
The Empress burst into a hollow laugh.
Her eyes flashed fiercely.
“Not even knowing the topic, yet daring…”
Listening to the conversation in silence, Rudine tilted her head
“Is there a problem?”
“A problem. Terribly many.”
The Empress growled angrily.
“To think that the throne would fall into the hands of such a cruel, ruthless, and evil girl like you. How dare I tolerate the sight of the throne passing into your hands. Just the thought of it is terrifying.”
“You’re exaggerating too much.”
“There’s no record in the long history of our Empire where a woman has seized the throne. It’s natural, it’s the right flow. The throne is for the Crown Prince. It’s not a place for a vicious girl like you.”
“Well, history is about pioneering, isn’t it? Besides, I am your daughter, so I’m qualified enough.”
“Nonsense. Your role is nothing more than an accessory to the Royal Family. Assist the Crown Prince with your sharp mind, and wield the sword with your vicious heart in place of the kind-hearted Crown Prince. That’s the entirety of the role given to you.”
The Empress shot a venomous gaze and uttered bitter words.
Electric currents seemed to crackle in the air.
Then, she let out a shy laugh.
“It doesn’t quite resonate with me. I’ll have to decline.”
“Seems like you’re thinking of making me your enemy. If I were to decide, it wouldn’t be difficult to kill you in an instant.”
“Are you afraid? But what can you do? Blame your son for his lack of ability.”
The air froze in real time.
An eerie, chilling wind swept over their skin.
“Let’s be honest.”
“What do you mean?”
“I already know that you have no interest in the throne.”
The Empress elegantly raised her teacup.
After taking a sip with a complex expression, she continued.
“Tell me what you want.”
A tense atmosphere fluctuated between them.
Rudine let out a sigh as if her heart was hurt.
After a moment, she raised her index finger and lightly pressed it against her lips.
Her every action seemed playfully mischievous.
“Haa… it’s quite…”
Rudine tapped her lips with her fingertip.
“It’s making me weak to hear you say that.”
The Empress’s face seemed to distort with annoyance.
“Fine. Since mother is pleading so earnestly, as a dutiful child, I’ll consider your request.”
Rudine smiled girlishly as if she were joking.
Under the light, her face was as beautiful as a painting.
“So, what do you want…”
Rudine gripped the handle of the teacup.
Then, as if in pain, she muttered.
“Hmm, there’s one thing that comes to mind right away.”
“Speak.”
As the Empress urged, Rudine slowly opened her lips.
And the answer that came out was unexpected.
“Duke Winfred.”
“What?”
“I want the demise of the Winfred.”
Demise.
The Empress flinched for a moment at the sinister word.
“…What did you say?”
“It’s not difficult, is it? This much is a considerable concession from me.”
The Empress blinked dumbfoundedly.
Then she spoke again.
“Kyle Winfred.”
“Hmm?”
“Why are you so obsessed with Kyle Winfred?”
Rudine tilted her head as if she didn’t understand the question.
“Kyle isn’t a Winfred.”
“…Ha.”
“So, he needs to be brought to the Imperial Palace.”
The Empress burst into laughter.
In the face of unexpected situations, her bewildered expression was evident.
But whether to acknowledge or not.
Rudine still wore an innocent smile and asked.
“Will you make the deal?”
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