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The Grand Duke of Linosa abandoned Helmut, who was a newborn. It wasn’t a test or anything.
What did Archduke Rinosa do to survive and stand here even after Helmut was abandoned twice?
On the contrary, it is he who is not qualified.
Enjoying a test is the arrogance of a ruler, or choosing the wrong partner for arrogance.
Even in the face of Helmut’s sharp force, Archduke Rinosa remained calm.
“The temple’s cause will gain strength if it is known that she is the granddaughter of Heike, the temple’s public archmage.”
It was a point that caught me off guard. Did you know?
Charlotte couldn’t have said that. No, it cannot be said that she would necessarily have remained silent on an issue directly related to the well-being of Mrs. Rinosa.
If she had to choose between my father and Helmut, Charlotte would choose her father.
Helmut spoke clearly.
“For me, becoming the successor of Master Rin is to protect what I have, not to give up.”
“Are you saying you will use Linosa to suit your taste? Do you think that would be acceptable?”
When a stern rebuke came his way, Helmut responded arrogantly.
“In return, Rinosa will obtain the Sword Saint.”
That assertion was not easily believed.
Archduke Rinosa looked Helmut up and down with suspicious eyes.
This is not about ignoring or underestimating. Even though he was the winner of a martial arts competition, it was a look that a young man of his caliber would receive if he dared to discuss swordsmanship.
“I know that you have outstanding skills, but…”
“If you wish, I will prove it by dueling with Alonso, the commander of the Black Wing Knights.”
A bold and confident tone of voice. It’s not bravado or anything like that.
The words of someone who knows their own strength carry a lot of weight.
I could sense that Alonso, who was standing silently, was conscious of this.
Even though he was called a grand duke, in a way, it was like putting himself down, so it was unpleasant, but he showed no reaction.
He also thinks that Helmut’s words are not entirely in vain.
Grand Duke Rinosa pinched sharply again.
“But that sword saint was also eliminated by the temple.”
“I know. “I am a disciple of the Sword Saint.”
Helmut declared to Archduke Rinosa, revealing one shocking fact after another.
“I won’t be like that.”
As expected, the Archduke seemed to know everything. There was no change whatsoever in his dignified, almost expressionless face.
He continued the sharp confrontation.
“Your qualifications do not guarantee the qualifications of Grand Duchess Rinosa.”
“This is the woman who will become the youngest archmage in history. “He is a talented person who is worthy of being a reno company.”
No country has ever had an archmage in their hands.
Each and every one of the great wizards considers themselves a nation. Don’t try to belong somewhere.
They have little idea of their motherland or hometown and devote their entire lives to magic.
They were like priests. Just as a priest takes refuge in a temple and dedicates his entire life to it, they too do the same to magic.
However, if that archmage becomes a member of Rinosa, they will be bound with a power stronger than any other bond.
By the time they had already accepted Helmut and built the temple, a wizard like him had great power.
She will continue to improve even now and in the future.
Even though her grandmother is a credit to the temple, she is not her daughter but her granddaughter. All you have to do is deny the relationship.
Only then did something similar to understanding appear on Grand Duke Rinosa’s expression.
Helmut didn’t even like that. You can’t feel good if someone arbitrarily measures the value of the person who is most precious to you.
Although I don’t want to be the target of that judgment.
Moreover, the person who makes that decision is none other than Grand Duke Rinosa.
“You are truly shameless.”
The Archduke was so overbearing and self-centered that even Helmut, who had no expectations, was surprised.
I judge and speak only from the perspective of Grand Duke Rinosa. As if the friendship between them had no effect on it.
At least, isn’t that what a father who abandoned his child would do?
In addition, the Archduke’s life was saved by him. Is that an issue that I can completely ignore for my own convenience?
Doesn’t the feeling of guilt exist in the Grand Duchy of Rinosa?
Although I have rarely felt guilty, I find it annoying to see those who should feel that emotion brazenly express it.
Helmut was meeting the most inhuman people in his life in the human world. I had no idea it would be this unpleasant.
The Archduke seemed to have immediately recognized what Helmut was talking about.
Instead of reprimanding him for his rudeness, Archduke Rinosa slowly closed his eyes and spoke to Helmut.
“I cannot be your father. Therefore, I will have no choice but to be Grand Duke Rinosa to you from now on.”
A word that is closer to an acknowledgment of one’s sins rather than atonement.
Don’t ask for forgiveness. He has no right to ask for forgiveness, and what happened cannot be undone.
Prince Linosa will not regret it. Because he had to be like that back then.
It was something he had to do as the monarch of Rinosa.
Confidence as a monarch. He never once betrayed what was everything to him. That’s why I was proud.
That was also the reason why the Archduke did not condemn Magritte.
Understanding sometimes covers mistakes. Because I know she would have done the same as him.
The ways of thinking of Grand Duke Rinosa and his wife were very similar. However, because their values are different, sometimes they just diverge.
“Also, to the Grand Duke of Linosa, there is nothing more important than protecting and governing Linosa.”
If that is how he feels, if he forces tears and cannot overcome his emotions to show his affection for Helmut again, that is a lie and deception.
However, the Archduke also knew that it was a luxury to hope for family play or affection for blood relatives from Helmut, who would be a member of Rinosa in the future.
This is Grand Duke Rinosa’s honest choice and the arrogance of not looking back. Instead of reflecting, we endure.
Helmut was also displeased with the Archduke’s unilateral decision, but he had no desire to accept his apology again. I have no intention of accepting it.
What is here is not the father and children, but only the Grand Duke of Rinosa and his successors.
“I understand well.”
Now, I don’t even want to have family fun. Because Helmut already had parents, a lover, and friends.
Prince Rinosa could not intervene in that situation now. The only thing Helmut accepted was innocent Charlotte.
Helmut suddenly had a question. Would anything have been different if Helmut had met Archduke Rinosa four years ago?
‘It’s something we don’t know anymore.’
There were no regrets about things that didn’t happen.
Helmut will one day inherit everything he has and become the Grand Duke of Rinosa. That was enough.
At the end of the conversation, Grand Duke Linosa turned his back.
“…Just go ahead and get ready. “I will return to Linosa tomorrow morning.”
The archduke’s back was facing the window, and his back was firm and cool-headed.
Although he was aware that he was inhuman, it was not because he grew up in the forest of Pahe, but it seemed to be the power of his blood.
I feel so shabby in front of the Grand Duchy of Rinosa. Elaga, a monster, was more human than them.
Helmut turned around. His gaze passed the Grand Duchess.
She, who had listened to the conversation between the Archduke and Helmut from beginning to end, looked depressed.
Since she has cold blood, she may be thinking about the relationship between herself and Helmut in the future.
Since Helmut is Rinosa’s successor, he cannot cut her off as the Grand Duchess right away, and he probably will not harm her unless she makes a hostile choice toward Helmut again.
I will never allow a situation like that again in the future as I cannot have any trust in her.
“I…”
At that time, the Grand Duchess, who raised her hand as if to grab him, pursed her lips. It was a face that wanted to ask something.
Helmut opened his mouth coldly.
“Your Highness, the Grand Duchess, if you have any business with me, please let me know.”
I could feel the Grand Duchess flinch at the icy voice that made me feel the walls.
I will never call her mother again. She is the one who chose to be an archduchess rather than a mother.
But she hesitated to speak. Helmut knew what she was hesitating about.
‘What I want to know is what I’m going to do with Michael, and the reason I can’t tell you isn’t because of guilt.’
I am afraid that it will bring about Helmut’s wrath and harm Michael. Even during this, her priorities remained the same.
However, his broken heart could no longer make Helmut feel any emotion about that fact.
“If you don’t have anything to say, I’ll just leave.”
Magritte urgently shouted to him who was walking calmly.
“Helmut! From now on… what are you going to do?”
Helmut slowly looked back at her. Her lake-blue eyes were shining appealingly.
Her eyes were so good at overlaying her cold true feelings with affection and trust that, as a child, I had no choice but to be deceived.
What’s disgusting about her is that she still instinctively wants to appeal to emotions.
Helmut looked at Marguerite’s pitiful face and spat out indifferently.
“You can expect what I will do. But I promise you definitely. “Everything will be done so that there is no deviation from the succession of Mr. Rinosa.”
Magritte’s expression distorted as if he had been struck by water.
Helmut’s feet, which had stopped for a moment, began to move again. Magritte never caught him again.
Alonso, the commander of the Black Wings, followed Helmut to accompany him. Helmut demanded of him.
“Please guide me to him.”
The paladin had something to say to him. Alonso answered willingly.
“yes.”
As he walked along Alonso’s guidance, a cold thought took over Helmut.
His revenge will not come immediately. As long as Grand Duke Rinosa held his ground.
Helmut will gradually take away Archduchess Rinosa’s position and authority.
Marguerite would have to live in worry for the day when Helmut ascended to the throne and the shadow of the current Archduke would disappear and she would no longer be the Archduchess.
At that time, she would not be able to expect any treatment as the Grand Duke’s mother. If Helmut wanted it, he might end up in a very miserable situation.
That was Magritte’s fear and the price of sin.
