I Got Possessed, But the Monster Beast Is Adorable - Chapter 95

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#95

Honestly, if this place really was inside a game, this situation wouldn’t have bothered me at all.

Why? Because this wouldn’t be reality and I could quit the game anytime.

But if this place really was inside a game, then how could Lulu possibly be here?

After Lulu’s appearance, everything became uncertain.

If this isn’t inside a game, then where exactly is this place?

Why did I come here, and what is the System’s true identity?

And who is ‘Zoe Blanc’ that I possessed?

This situation where there wasn’t a single thing that could give me clear answers to my questions was driving me crazy.

Then Leon, reading my dark mood, grabbed my shoulder and said:

“If Master doesn’t want to become the ruler, I’ll try to persuade His Majesty.”

“…Can you persuade him? When everyone’s in such a festive mood.”

“I can’t stop it completely, but I can try to buy some time.”

“Buy time…?”

“Anyway, only the high-ranking elders know about the birth of a new ruler. We’ll postpone the announcement. Master, you said you wanted to see other relics too.”

He seemed to remember what I had casually mentioned before visiting Graffias Temple – that I was interested not only in the holy sword but also in relics from other temples.

“I’ll tell His Majesty that before Master officially reigns as Avalon’s ruler, you want to go research temple relics, which has been a long-time dream of yours.”

Indeed, this body was still young, and since I had expressed interest in ancient studies, it seemed like a decent excuse.

It wasn’t refusing, just postponing.

Honestly, I wanted to refuse entirely, but… for Avalon, the ruler would be an icon of hope and salvation.

Once I finished all the Hidden Quests, I felt like I might find answers to my questions then, so I nodded.

“…Yes, thank you. Leon.”

“However, there’s a condition.”

“Wh-what is it? Something like holding an engagement ceremony is out of the question.”

“Tch.”

This guy, did I catch him red-handed?!

Looking at Leon who was openly showing his disappointment, I shook my head.

“Then, I want to join Master’s journey too.”

“What…? You should stay in the kingdom. You’re supposedly Avalon’s 2nd Prince!”

“I’m a discarded child anyway. And if this doesn’t work either, the negotiation breaks down. Just accept being revered as the ruler.”

Even outright blackmail…?

I let out a deep sigh watching Leon’s shameless behavior.

I had planned for Leon to stay in the kingdom where he belonged, and return to the Northern Region alone…

But for now, there was no other way.

I had no choice but to accept it reluctantly…

“Haah… Fine.”

A bright smile bloomed across Leon’s face.

He hugged me and muttered quietly in a barely audible voice:

“…I’ll never let Young Master steal you away.”

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“Gasp, Miss! Are you alright? Your face… Don’t tell me the Duke again…?”

“…It’s because I’m lacking.”

“How could you be lacking, Miss! Where in this world is there anyone as perfect as you? This is really too much…”

“It’s fine. More importantly, could you bring me some ice?”

“Yes, Miss! I’ll bring it right away!”

As soon as her dedicated maid left the room, Rosalin picked up the glass cup placed on the table.

The glass cup that left her fingertips immediately crashed straight to the floor.

Crash—

Rosalin looked down expressionlessly at the shattered glass cup, then turned and approached the display cabinet.

At her touch, the expensive decorative items neatly arranged fell to the floor and broke miserably.

Rosalin covered her swollen cheek with her palm and ground her molars.

Her father, Duke Ruadel, contrary to his good public reputation, had bad hand habits.

Outside he pretended to be a saint and showed mercy, but at home he habitually abused under the mere pretext of education.

Especially toward her, the only daughter of House Ruadel, that harshness was doubled.

‘You couldn’t even win the heart of a mere 2nd Prince and brought shame to this father! Because of you, House Ruadel’s honor has fallen to the ground!’

‘…Father, that’s not entirely my fault.’

‘What have you done right to dare talk back to this father!’

‘But, Father…’

‘Shut up! Rosalin, you are House Ruadel’s disgrace and blemish. How can you be so incompetent while bearing the family name? Who did you take after to be so pathetic? You can’t even reach your brothers’ toes yet don’t even know shame – what a sight to behold.’

‘Then please entrust me with the family business too. If you give me a chance, I’ll definitely do my best to repay you!’

‘What? Business? You’re talking nonsense. A woman’s duty is only to cultivate herself and find a good marriage to benefit the family. But even that seems too much for you.’

The reason the Duke summoned Rosalin was obvious.

It was because of Leonhardt Goldyr Avalon, that damned 2nd Prince of Avalon.

“…Leonhardt.”

To Rosalin, Leonhardt wasn’t simply a fiancé.

He was the perfect golden ticket that would allow her to prove her worth to her father.

The 1st Princess, who currently held first priority in the line of succession.

She was an exceptional strategist and possessed the qualities of an excellent monarch. However, what ironically held her back was the deeply rooted patriarchal ideology throughout Avalon.

That’s why Leonhardt, the 2nd Prince, was probably acting so willfully and struggling like this to put his sister, the 1st Princess, on the throne.

She wanted to get engaged to 2nd Prince Leonhardt, put him on the throne, and use that glory to flatten the noses of her father and arrogant brothers.

But…

“Leonhardt. How dare you ruin my plan?”

News that the 2nd Prince, who had stood up his fiancée on their engagement day and disappeared, had returned spread quickly by word of mouth. This made high society buzz once again.

The noble and only daughter of Ruadel, abandoned by the scoundrel 2nd Prince.

What perfect material for gossip this was.

Rosalin bit her lips mercilessly in shame.

Since that day, she hadn’t been eating properly, so bitter water rose from her stomach.

When she heard about the Secret Society of Phantoms from Princess Ibrys, a corner of Rosalin’s heart held genuine concern for him.

However, at the same time, she thought there was no opportunity more suitable for washing away the stigma of being the ‘abandoned daughter’ that was circulating in society.

The 2nd Prince who had to postpone the engagement ceremony and secretly depart to save the beastfolk captured by the Secret Society of Phantoms.

The noble-spirited daughter of Ruadel who silently sent him off for the greater good.

Such plausible rumors could be created easily enough.

As befitting a duke’s daughter, she just needed to drop appropriate bait to those who supported her hoping for crumbs, and they would move on their own.

If she could just instill guilt in Leonhardt when he returned to Avalon and make the engagement happen again, everything would fall into place perfectly.

But… even that plan was on the verge of falling apart.

That Woman the 2nd Prince brought back.

Her appearance, called the benefactor of the beastfolk, was completely unexpected.

Moreover, when she heard from her father that That Woman had drawn the holy sword, Rosalin couldn’t help but be shocked. Not only had she prevented the dungeon break, but now she was being hailed as Avalon’s hero.

The only fortunate thing, if it could be called fortunate, was that it was classified information known only among high-ranking nobles.

But the King was trying to arrange an engagement between That Woman and Leonhardt.

Ha, not content with seizing the hero’s honor, now you want to steal away the only golden ticket that could get me out of the slums?

Rosalin’s utterly elegant face contorted.

To prove her usefulness to her father – no, to House Ruadel – she absolutely had to make 2nd Prince Leonhardt hers.

“Miss, I brought the ice! Oh my, are you alright, Miss?!”

Looking at Rosalin standing in the middle of the chaotic room, the maid’s eyes widened.

Rosalin immediately composed her fierce expression and returned to her usual noble demeanor.

“Oh, I felt a little dizzy and grabbed the display cabinet, but ended up making a mistake. I’m not hurt anywhere, so don’t worry too much.”

“Our Miss… How can we help when you’re so delicate? Wait a moment, I’ll clean this up right away.”

“…Jis, could you prepare an invitation for me?”

“Pardon? An invitation?”

“Yes, there’s someone I really want to invite to the tea party that’s being held in two days.”

Rosalin blushed shyly as she broached the subject.

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