I Became the Youngest Sister-in-law of the Ruined Reverse Harem’s Male Leads - Chapter 180

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Edgar swallowed in surprise at my scolding. When I glanced at him with my eyes, he was gaping like an idiot.

Then suddenly he smiled brightly with overflowing joy and slid over to sit next to me. His voice apologizing to me was quite sweet.

“Sorry. Don’t be upset.”

“Don’t smile. I’m in a bad mood.”

“Okay. I won’t smile.”

His promise not to smile probably didn’t mean covering his mouth with his hand while smiling.

I got heated and smacked his arm. It didn’t even hurt him, and now he’s smiling like a fool without even trying to hide it.

I glared hard to show I was angry, but when our eyes met, all my efforts became futile.

Even the spring sunlight wouldn’t be as warm as Edgar’s eyes looking at me right now.

‘I got swept up.’

He probably didn’t intend it, but my irritation melted away smoothly.

He clearly resembled Marius, but Edgar had something pure and solid that the coachman lacked.

It might be because of his serious personality without playfulness and his straightforward temperament.

It’s unfair when such a person, soaked in affection, looks at me with such warm eyes.

At times like this, I actually realize that what Edgar said is true.

That despite our similar ages, there’s a difference in the intensity of our hearts.

Edgar was much more mature and serious, while I had long thrown my sincerity somewhere in my heart and turned away from it.

“…I also don’t want to part with you already.”

I pouted my lips and kicked the ground with the sole of my shoe.

“If I leave now, there’s no telling when I’ll return. I wanted to be with you for as long as possible. I’m also afraid of growing apart from you while being far away.”

I sniffled and opened my eyes wide. Tears welled up just before they were about to fall.

Though I pretended otherwise, this situation is hard for me too. I just couldn’t show it because Edgar was so anxious.

“It feels like I’m always leaving. I’m sorry.”

I wiped around my eyes with my sleeve.

As I was venting by kicking the ground with my shoe, Edgar slowly began to speak.

“Wait just a little. Until now, you came into my life, so this time I’ll come to you.”

It was a promise no different from a vow. Because of his characteristically firm personality, it seemed to foretell a future that would surely come to pass.

“You’re not leaving me behind. You’re returning to where you belong, and I’ll chase after you. So wait at your place until I come find you.”

No questions like how long I’d have to wait came up.

Since he said he’d chase after me, Edgar would really reach me soon.

In my past life and this life, he’d already risked his life for me several times, so going across the sea to another country might not be that difficult.

To Edgar who was eagerly waiting for my answer, I quietly opened my mouth.

“Still, you have to write letters every day before then. Got it?”

When our eyes met, a bashful smile flowed out. Our clasped hands were firmly intertwined before we knew it.

* * *

After her private meeting with the Acolyte, Emilia easily found Francois at the end of the temple corridor, admiring paintings depicting the exploits of ancient saints.

“Weren’t you bored waiting?”

“Not really. Are you okay? Not tired?”

“I finally feel alive after getting out of bed. By the way, it’s been so long since we’ve been here.”

The temple they visited was the place where Regina had held her wedding long ago.

That day, they had written their marriage vows in a prayer room and became husband and wife under temple law.

“It reminds me of that time. When I said let’s get married, you backed away like you were looking at a crazy person.”

“Anyone would have done the same in my situation.”

“So do you regret it?”

“Not at all. It was the most perfect decision I’ve made in my life.”

“That’s a relief.”

When they turned the corner, the prayer room where they had signed their marriage vows appeared.

Emilia led him and slipped into the prayer room.

The interior, quiet as if it had swallowed all the noise in the world, remained the same.

Emilia sat below the altar and offered a short prayer of gratitude.

Lilliana had succeeded in destroying Lazarus, and both her sister and Francois had gained their freedom.

She felt so relieved that the past 10 years seemed like a dream.

“Now that Lazarus is gone, I think we need to start a new life.”

Francois, who sat next to Emilia, held his breath.

Their relationship had been better than ever since he nearly died to Lazarus. But their legal marriage seemed to be a separate matter.

‘If she wants a divorce under temple law…’

For 6 years, he had resolved to let her go without regret when this moment came.

But when the situation actually arrived, his chest tightened at the thought of growing distant from Emilia.

“Emilia. I’m not ready yet.”

“Ready for what? Didn’t you want to get married?”

She frowned and became serious, finding his attitude of backing out now after planning a new life absurd.

“Ma-marriage?”

“Yes. Marriage.”

Francois, unable to believe what he heard, placed his hand on his tingling chest and savored the moment.

Conversely, Emilia crossed her arms and proposed with the same indifferent tone as saying let’s go eat.

“Marry me. Even if I was a shit wagon during our dating period, I’ll do well now. I’ll get my hands a bit dirty, but bear with it.”

“Can’t you say it more romantically?”

“Then you propose.”

“I guess I should.”

Francois adjusted his posture and knelt on one knee in front of Emilia.

Then he took out a ring he had prepared long ago from his chest and held it out.

“Since I saved you, I should take responsibility too. I’ve become someone who can’t live without you.”

“That’s not romantic at all.”

“So you don’t like it?”

“No.”

When Emilia extended her hand, Francois slipped the ring onto her ring finger with trembling hands.

His life had changed in this place long ago. Hope arose and opportunities were given, allowing him to savor overwhelming joy for the first time.

Thanks to Emilia, he learned about love and realized the joy that love brings.

He had foolishly felt jealous and, despite his experience as a playboy, trembled with anxiety that his lover might leave.

Now that all those days had passed, he harbored the greed to learn the happiness of being with the person he loved for life.

Because of that greed, he intended to make her happy no matter what and never let Emilia go.

Francois embraced her with a heart full of anticipation for the beautiful future to come.

* * *

Chris and Leopold were scheduled to have a formal medal ceremony.

However, since we had to leave soon, Marius came personally and conducted it informally.

“I asked for a medal, but you’re really giving it to me. Is this thing that amazing?”

Antonio held the gold medal up to the light before shoving it into his pocket.

Edgar, witnessing this, squeezed his eyes shut and gritted his teeth while pressing his forehead firmly.

“It’s very precious, only awarded to heroes who saved the country. So put it in a storage case so it doesn’t get scratched.”

“Edgar. Did I really become a homeowner? My brother said this kind of thing has high maintenance costs and would be a headache with tax issues, so I shouldn’t accept it.”

“…That’s why the Imperial Family agreed to manage it instead. Don’t worry.”

While we were bewilderedly examining the medals and Empire citizenship certificates, Marius and my brother were having a serious conversation nearby.

“You should have properly taught him to look after his own interests. I thought he was sharp, but the kid’s a bit naive. I’m worried since there’s less I can do for him once he goes to Trobancha.”

“You raised him well actually. He immediately recognized that medals and titles were useless and refused them.”

“What? Hey, Andrea. You just finished saying—”

“Waaaaah! Don’t fight, you two! Let’s go see Eddy!”

Since it looked like my brother and Uncle Marius were about to argue, I quickly squeezed between them.

When Eddy was mentioned, Uncle obediently let himself be dragged along.

“Don’t fight with my brother. What if he opposes you next time because of this?”

“Andrea’s opposition has no effect whatsoever. What matters is Edith’s heart.”

“What? Are you looking down on my brother right now?”

“I’m hurt, really. I gave you so many piggyback rides and played with you when you were little, but now that you’ve grown up a bit, you only take Andrea’s side.”

“When did I ever only take my brother’s side?”

When I stuck out my lips in a pout, Uncle Marius laughed softly as if he hadn’t just been complaining.

“Lilliana. Do you remember what your dream was when you were little?”

“I’m not sure. Swimming in a chocolate fountain, something like that?”

“When you were 6, you said this. You wanted to become Mace Fist to beat Edgar, and become a hero to defeat the demon king too.”

I quietly listened to Uncle’s words.

“6-year-old Lilliana’s dream came true. You became a hero who defeated demons. You grew up to be a very cool hero.”

Uncle patted my head as if he was proud.

It wasn’t simply the touch of someone praising a younger sister-in-law.

His eyes filled with deep affection and his truly adult-like smile were no different from the face my brother showed me.

He truly cherished me. Like a father, like a big brother.

“Well. You’re still a bean fist though.”

“That’s what proxies are for.”

“Who’s the proxy?”

“Edgar’s strong, so just use him.”

“Right. I always knew the day would come when Edgar would become Lilliana’s Oliver. Please take good care of Edgar. I raised him well, feeding and teaching him properly.”

“Huh, what? What does that—”

“Eddy—! Uncle’s here! Should we play tag today?”

I wanted to ask what he meant by “please take care of him,” but Uncle Marius had already run to Eddy and was lifting him up to toss him in the air.

Since Edith was there too, I gave up on asking again and decided to return to my room.

I didn’t want to disturb the harmonious family that had finally gathered together.

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