Bloodline is a Cheat Code - Chapter 49

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Chapter 49
“What… that.”
It was a tone so chilling that anyone who heard it would feel fear.
“That is precisely my intention, Baron. It seems the Hamel Baron’s House dares to speak so casually to a Duke right before the Crown Prince’s eyes. Since you appear to regard only your father as Rosena, I suggest you keep this in mind and confess it to him.”
Serpina Rosena, having completely turned her back on Hamel as if further conversation would interfere with Vincent’s convened meeting, gazed toward Vincent.
It was something only possible because Rosena’s seating position was far superior to Hamel’s.
Perhaps even closer than his most intimate confidants. The arrangement proved that Rosena was a position that could not be ignored, regardless of which faction one chose.
The other nobles had sensed the atmosphere and were being cautious, but Hamel alone had carelessly spoken up.
In any case, it was welcome news for Serpina, but since someone with a loose tongue had brought up Lye Rohaim’s name in a way that would invite resentment, Lye Rohaim had no choice but to surrender all speaking rights to Vincent to avoid giving Rosena further ammunition here.
‘I still despise you, Vincent Advein.’
Even when Flotie died and the Rosena Duchy Family collapsed, he did not look back—one could attribute that to him being a powerless Crown Prince at the time.
From what I had observed thus far, it seemed environmentally difficult for him to gain power.
It was not common in the Imperial Household for a mere servant to be stripped of his voice. But his conduct after he became Emperor was still unforgivable.
‘Yet my revenge ended in my previous life.’
Most cruelly and devastatingly.
Serpina Rosena, who had burned down the Empire that robbed her of everything and toppled the Imperial Household with her own hands, had also judged Vincent with her own hands.
His end was as pathetic as it could be.
“Everyone is to treat the Young Duke of Rosena with equal regard as the Duke. Since I have permitted her to act as regent, if you all treat the Young Duke with disrespect, I can only judge that you treat Duke Rosena similarly.”
Vincent’s quiet voice, having observed the situation in silence until then, resonated through the Main Hall.
The already silent hall became even quieter in an instant. Hamel’s face froze coldly, and Lye’s complexion seemed subtly hardened.
When Serpina Rosena offered a brief gesture of gratitude, his crimson eyes turned toward her.
Red and blue eyes collided head-on. The blue gaze, having lost everything, realized that the other had as well, and harbored not the slightest thought of retreat.
“Please forgive Lord Rohaim’s rudeness. It was likely concern that I have been preoccupied with recent matters regarding the Delegation.”
“I do not doubt his loyalty. It is merely that haste sometimes exceeds loyalty.”
“I shall keep that in mind.”
Vincent seemed to be enjoying this situation where Serpina Rosena rebuked Lye Rohaim without hesitation.
Contrary to rumors, the bond between the two did not appear particularly strong.
Had Flotie witnessed this, she would have judged that Lucian and Haeston, who quarreled daily about killing each other, were far closer.
Vincent casually skimmed through the stack of accumulated documents and naturally broached the main topic.
“So then, what is the Young Duke’s opinion? Do you think it wise to send an Imperial Prince to the Holy Kingdom?”
“Hastily beginning exchange with the Holy Kingdom would be dangerous, but refraining from closing off possibilities and investigating beforehand would prove beneficial.”
“Then which Imperial Prince would you recommend sending?”
Was Vincent testing Serpina Rosena now? Or was he offering her an opportunity?
‘Tiae, how do you notice so many things?’
‘Pay close attention to small details. Eyes, hands, what is written, the reactions of those around you, whispers.’
Serpina Rosena studied Vincent’s gaze. Simultaneously, she activated an eavesdropping spell toward those whispering.
― They’ll say the Crown Prince. He’s on the Third Prince’s side anyway. The journey is so long.
― How predictable.
So that was it.
“The path is treacherous and the Crown Prince has much state business to attend to. I respectfully request that Your Highness grant Prince Lucian the opportunity to experience the wider world.”
“Lucian Advein? That child has a weak constitution.”
Serpina Rosena inwardly criticized him for knowing nothing of her brother, but she smiled gently.
“Of course I’m aware. Along with the dangers that may arise during the journey, I will ensure that the Rosena Duchy sends an escort to prevent the Holy Kingdom from finding any pretext to delay the Crown Prince’s return.”
“You’re saying the Rosena Duchy will send someone?”
Serpina Rosena shook her head and placed her hand respectfully over her heart.
“Surely a Grand Duke must accompany him for the Crown Prince’s prestige to be upheld, no?”
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Upon returning from the conference, my sister finally revealed another truth she had been hiding from me.
“So after I said I needed a pretext, Aubrey Violet sent you a letter?”
“Yes, it seems the Holy Kingdom side will send an invitation or something similar, so that should serve as sufficient justification.”
I had suspected my sister was concealing something, but I never imagined it would be this.
What on earth was this situation?
“So Jade Delpoi is going to the Holy Kingdom again.”
“I will serve without any shortcomings.”
Lucian Advein didn’t seem particularly surprised that he would be going to the Holy Kingdom—he merely shrugged his shoulders.
“So the conclusion is that the Grand Duke and I will be going to the Holy Kingdom together. But can we really leave the Rosena Duchy’s young lady alone in this Empire? This place is nothing but enemies.”
“I will be taking Tiae with us as well.”
“Grand Duke, I know this sounds rude, but… are you insane?”
He knew it was rude, so why was he saying it?
Still, I found myself agreeing with Lucian Advein’s words now. It was a separate emotion from the slight joy I felt at the possibility of going to the Holy Kingdom.
My sister didn’t waver even at his blunt question, simply responding, “I am not insane.”
“It is a method not yet known in the Empire, but a magical passage has already been invented that allows instant travel from the Empire to the Magic Tower, and from the Magic Tower to the Holy Kingdom.”
“Such a magical artifact exists?”
“Violet couldn’t possibly conduct trade with the Holy Kingdom by traversing that long route every time. So I investigated from that angle, and sure enough, there is a magical artifact for distribution purposes.”
Suddenly, I recalled the strange dream I had on the day I obtained the sacred relic.
That day, I couldn’t withstand my sister’s magic for long and met a lonely death.
Of course, I was far healthier now than I was then, but I was still worried I might faint from motion sickness during the journey.
“Is there no problem with the young lady’s body from this? I’ve heard that abilities involving folding space for travel can ultimately have adverse effects on a person’s health.”
“Please don’t worry. It’s the passage that Aubrey Violet uses when traveling between the Magic Tower and the Holy Kingdom.”
“What does that matter?”
Lucian Advein, completely unaware that Aubrey Violet’s health was poor, merely asked irritably.
I too took great care of my body, but Lucian Advein was somewhat excessive about it—comparable even to my sister.
Anyone watching would think he was genuinely interested in me. If I started entertaining such misunderstandings, there would be no end to it.
I’m human too, so it’s natural that my heart gravitates toward someone I care for. But throwing myself at them when I’m not even certain of their feelings is rather embarrassing.
Only after I rolled my eyes away from his gaze, my cheeks burning inexplicably, could I focus on the conversation.
“Aubrey Violet’s condition was slightly better than Tiae’s, who was once poisoned by toxins. Of course, that was in a previous life.”
“What hardships did you endure in your previous life?”
Lucian Advein turned to look at me and asked in a terrifying voice.
As if I could explain my past just because he asked. For now, I’m living my first life.
I shook my head, indicating I didn’t know much either. My sister, who knew everything, refused to answer, as if merely recalling it caused her pain.
“I was aware you were sensitive to poison, simply from observing how you compulsively tested every dish with silver for toxins. But I assumed it was some peculiar habit the young duke had drilled into you.”
That’s the truth.
In this life, I knew nothing of such things—I only did it because my sister insisted with such a frightening expression that I must.

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