# 57
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The meeting with Marquis Raymond was finally held. During the past period, it was the pretext of his health that prevented him from meeting, so he was unable to meet with Sertain as well.
The face of Marquis Raymond who secretly entered the Imperial Palace looked pale and dry.
It was known in high society that Marquis Raymond was excessively in love with his wife and daughters.
In fact, people used to say that if he had daughters this beautiful, he wouldn't need food to be satisfied. His proud daughter, whom he loved, was in a miserable state, so how would he be?
His second daughter, her first fiancé, died, and her second fiancé married another woman and left without a word.
Now, Marquis Raymond's second daughter was reduced to a ghost-like existence.
Promising young men will make fun of her, and it may not be possible to find a good marriage proposal anymore.
Because Duke Spelman will notice.
Moreover, because of her first fiancé's death and her second fiancé's marriage to another woman, there would be rumors that something was wrong with Raymond's second daughter.
Since Duke Spellman met the Crown Prince and this happened, the imperial family must have been involved in this matter.
Marquis Raymond was angry with the whole world. Therefore, his expression when he looked at Siren was not bright.
“Hail the little sun of the empire. May the empire be illuminated by your glorious light.”
His voice was very weak.
"Sit."
Certain nodded. Marquis Raymond sat in the chair, his thin body sinking into it.
“I heard you weren't feeling well. Are you feeling better now?”
“…I can only thank you for taking care of me, even though I am a humble person.”
“It would be better to get to the point instead of talking about uess things for a long time.”
Cyrtain smiled softly and closed his eyes slightly.
It was the power that almost fell into Duke Spellman's hands.
One of the things that Duke Spelman had to give up due to this incident: Marquis Raymond.
How satisfying this was.
Sertin wouldn't miss this opportunity now.
“Please speak.”
“…I heard that your daughter has broken off her engagement again.”
Marquis Raymond was holding the handle of the chair tightly.
Who is the reason for this?
He seemed to be shouting it at Sertain.
However, Sertin spoke without any emotion.
“Despite your impatience, we cannot say that young Duke Augustin was a good groom.”
“He was the best groom in the capital community. Now, my daughter may have to live alone all her life. Or she may have to marry an older man!”
Marquis Raymond couldn't hold back his emotions.
"Why do you think that? I support women's political and economic activities. Don't you think your daughter has other options? Is it because she is the second daughter?"
"What…?"
Marquis Raymond nodded slowly in astonishment. He was acting like an old generation father, believing that the eldest son would inherit the family.
Since the second daughter wouldn't get a title anyway, he probably tried to push her into marriage so she could get a title.
Getting the title is difficult.
Now Sertin is trying to give that opportunity.
“Send your daughter to me.”
"What…?"
Marquis Raymond's face became paler. He also knew that the current Crown Princess was not in her right mind.
But whatever the case, isn't that wrong?
“…This idea may be strange to you, but I have worked hard to raise my daughter. And now you are telling me that you will make such a precious child… one of your concubines?”
Drink certin tea slowly.
He was completely different from Marquis Raymond who was shaking with anger.
“I won't agree. Even if my daughter wants to...”
“You're thinking too extreme.”
“Huh?”
“I mean, I will teach her well. There are countless people working for me. When I rule the empire in the future, your daughter might find an important place for herf. I’ll tell you again, I don’t discriminate between people if they are talented.”
Marquis Raymond stared at Sertain with a surprised expression. He never imagined that he would receive such an offer.
Marquis Raymond felt as if his strength had been sucked out of him.
“My daughter…as one of your assistants?”
“Our employees will decide which position is suitable for her. Everyone has their own abilities, and they will find the right place for them.”
Certain left Marquis Raymond time to think about it.
In fact, Certain was planning to give Marquis Raymond's daughter a chance to work with Evelyn when she needed more people.
Evelin had done what she could do in limited circumstances so far. Certain doesn't know what she will be able to do in the future.
Perhaps she will remain in this state, and will become a good companion for Sertin and a source of comfort for him.
“Maybe this isn't so bad.”
However, Certain somehow felt that Evelyn would achieve something greater.
He also wanted to support Evelin and give her strength.
Cyrtain said in a soft voice.
"No matter what misunderstanding you may have, one thing is certain. I am satisfied with my wife. I don't want to disappoint her."
Marquis Raymond swallowed. He thought he was just joking, but Sertain's expression was surprisingly sincere
Duke Spelman's daughter? That crazy princess?
“So you don't have to worry about anything.”
Marquis Raymond was deeply shaken by these words. If he accepted this offer, he would completely sever his relationship with Duke Spellman's family.
Duke Spelman does not forgive anyone who turns away from him.
But when Marquis Raymond puts before him the choice between Augustin and the conditions offered by Sertain, he feels that the two options are equal.
Marquis Raymond swallowed hard.
He didn't know what Duke Spellman was after all. Maybe he wanted to put the emperor at his feet, but…
But the Marquis felt that the Cirtain he saw would not be just an animal simply licking his foot.
He took a deep breath and said
“Can I consult with my daughter first?”
“Of course. I hope we meet officially next time instead of these secret meetings.”
“Yes… Your Highness.”
Sertin smiled smoothly.
* * *
Getting Julia wasn't just about getting a girlfriend. She knew more than I did, and she was really smart.
“So, if Julia is right, can I get back my and my mother’s belongings that were taken by the Duke of Spelman?”
"Yes, this is correct."
I began to understand why he sent Julia's two biographies to me. Julia was the daughter of a family that served as chief judges through the generations.
She grew up reading law books instead of fairy tales. She knew the laws of the empire well.
“Those are the properties that Your Highness inherited from your family on your mother’s side. Since you are a descendant of the late Duchess, you can claim the entire property. The problem is that there may be a contract between the Duke and Duchess of Spelman...”
I knew that contracts already notarized could not be cancelled.
“Will this be a problem?”
“Maybe there is room to fight, because contracts can have terms that we can use.”
I thought about Julia's words. Then she remembered Evelin's past. I haven't been able to find any clues in those memories yet.
But…
“It might be a good idea to investigate my mother's death.”
“The death of the Duchess?”
I nodded.
“The person who benefited most after her death was the Duke of Spelman.”
My mother's family was from a wealthy family in the defense industry. My mother was the sole heiress of that family.
After her death, the Duke of Spelman took her place.
There were a lot of details in Duke Spelman's history in the original story.
“...whatever”
It was something a normal person would never think of. However, Duke Spelman has always been a man beyond common sense.
Killing his wife for his own gain would be nothing.
"It's an old case, so it's going to be hard to figure out, but I'm sure there's something out there. If we start there, we might be able to get an idea."
“I will follow Your Highness’s advice.”
Julia said seriously.
Finally, I felt like I could do something. I couldn't help but smile because I felt like I might be able to change the world.