I’ll Become the Heroine’s Capable Divorce Partner - Chapter 18

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Chapter 18

“…….”

“…….”

A long silence flowed.

Finally, the Crown Prince quietly nodded his head.

“I understand.”

Yes, that’s how it should be!

While cheering inwardly, I gracefully lowered my eyes on the outside.

“Then now, it’s time to write a formal contract, isn’t it?”

A moment later.

A contract was placed in front of each of us.

It was a formal contract with proper formatting.

‘Good, this is it!’

I picked up the contract with glee.

Of course, my simple contract also had both the Crown Prince’s seal and signature, so it would be effective as a contract.

‘But it feels different from a formal contract.’

Now the content would be organized much more clearly and we could include the clauses each of us wanted.

I needed to examine it more carefully.

I lit a fire in both eyes and began reading through the contract.

And.

“Your Highness, this clause seems rather disadvantageous to me.”

“It’s not disadvantageous at all. Please read it again.”

The Crown Prince and I began arguing over the clauses…….

“The concept of treatment that the Princess proposed is too vague. We need to define the terms more clearly.”

“I agree with defining the terms. But if you narrow the concept of treatment like this, wouldn’t it be too advantageous only to Your Highness?”

“I think differently from the Princess. It’s not a matter of advantage or disadvantage, but about clearly stating the facts.”

“I’m sorry, but I still think this isn’t right.”

Our war of words continued for nearly an hour.

Finally, a contract that both sides could reasonably accept was completed.

‘Ah, is it over now?’

Completely drained, I glanced sideways at the Crown Prince.

The Crown Prince was reviewing the contract one last time.

His eyes examining the contract carefully were quite serious.

‘Well, it wasn’t a bad contract though.’

Although he was picky, the Crown Prince was still a pretty decent negotiating partner.

He knew how to coordinate contracts within reasonable limits.

And in the process, the way he absolutely wouldn’t compromise on only the truly necessary parts…….

‘Is that the quality of a wise ruler?’

But just then.

Suddenly the Crown Prince looked at me with a resolute face…… no, why?!

“I think we need to add one more clause at the end.”

“What? A clause?!”

No, we just finished coordinating everything!

Why are you doing this now!

To me screaming internally, the Crown Prince calmly continued.

“I want to clarify when this contract takes effect.”

“Then, when do you think that point should be?”

“Hmm, well.”

The Crown Prince, who had been thinking for a moment, opened his mouth.

“An envoy will be departing for the Maltz Duchy soon.”

An envoy?

Why suddenly an envoy out of nowhere…… Ah!

I, who had been tilting my head, suddenly opened my eyes wide.

“The Maltz Duchy is an island nation, isn’t it?”

“That’s right. And it happens that the Maltz Duchy is about a two-month voyage from the Empire.”

“You mean…….”

“It’s a perfect opportunity to confirm whether the foods the Princess provided show the same effects as fresh food.”

Hmm.

I slightly furrowed my brow.

I didn’t like suddenly adding a new clause to a contract that was all settled.

But honestly, it was a reasonable point.

From the Crown Prince’s perspective, he would want to verify it somehow.

If he’s a future monarch who will be responsible for his people’s lives, he should rightfully do so.

“So you want to use that voyage as a kind of verification period?”

“Yes. We plan to load as many pickled vegetables and fresh foods as possible on each ship, and put doctors aboard to closely examine the condition of the sailors and envoys.”

The Crown Prince nodded and added like a sigh.

“Actually, the problem only became prominent because of exploration, but the Empire has been troubled by this disease for a long time. We can’t always make only short voyages.”

“Ah…….”

“So there were various problems in organizing this envoy as well, but thanks to the Princess, we can breathe a sigh of relief.”

A relieved smile spread across the Crown Prince’s face.

But that was only for a moment.

“Therefore, I want to set the point when the contract takes effect as when the envoy arrives at the Maltz Duchy in good health without contracting the disease in question.”

Serious violet eyes looked straight at me.

“Since it’s a matter involving many people’s lives, I think we should verify it as thoroughly as possible. Please understand.”

I had nothing to say to that.

First of all, it was an impeccable sound argument.

And when someone of the Crown Prince’s stature spoke so politely, it was hard to say ‘I don’t want to!’

After thinking for a moment, I smiled awkwardly.

“Alright. Instead, may I make one request of you as well?”

“Of course, please speak freely.”

“In exchange for me accepting that clause, could you lend me a hundred gold?”

It was quite a large sum if you thought about it, but honestly, it probably wouldn’t be that burdensome an amount for the Crown Prince.

Under normal circumstances, it wouldn’t have been such a huge sum for me either.

After all, a hundred gold was easily spent just on tailoring one dress for a banquet.

However, what I needed was money I could spend without the Laventess Duke’s House noticing.

‘So I inevitably became strapped for cash.’

Therefore, that hundred gold was, so to speak, seed money.

Seed money to earn my own funds using information from the original story.

It was really tearful that I had to worry about making money even after possessing into a rich family…….

‘Sigh.’

I let out a deep sigh inwardly.

Meanwhile, the Crown Prince who heard my words raised his eyebrows as if surprised.

“I understand that the Laventess Duke’s House isn’t in such difficult circumstances.”

“I have something to use it for personally. If you’re worried I might not be able to repay it, you’re welcome to bill our family.”

I put on airs for no reason.

Of course, this is bravado I can afford because I know Isabel’s dress shop will definitely succeed.

The Crown Prince narrowed his eyes.

“If it’s not too rude, may I ask what it’s for?”

“Well, I’m afraid I’ll have to say it’s a secret again.”

I answered with a poker face.

Separately, I couldn’t stop my toes from curling from the wave of embarrassment washing over me like a tsunami……

It would be different if I had already succeeded in pioneering the New Trade Route and brought back various marketable goods including Quiloa.

Making such a request when I have nothing yet is a bit.

‘No. Embarrassment is only temporary, but the happiness that can be bought with gold coins is endless.’

I looked at the Crown Prince with sparkling eyes.

Of course, I know well that he’s pouring all his personal fortune into this New Trade Route expedition.

But still, it’s not that much money for Your Highness, right? Right? Right?!

At the same time, the Crown Prince pulled out something rectangular and neat from his chest.

That’s……

‘A checkbook?’

I stared at the Crown Prince with surprised rabbit eyes.

The Crown Prince picked up a pen and wrote numbers on the checkbook in elegant handwriting.

‘Ones, tens, hundreds, thousands, ten thousands, hundred thousands, millions, ten millions…… hundred million?!’

I, who had been unconsciously reading the numbers the Crown Prince was writing, froze stiff.

That’s right.

The Crown Prince had written the amount of 100 million on the check!

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