My Body Has Been Possessed By Someone - Chapter 222

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Chapter 222
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After finishing her conversation with Claude, Kanna descended into the Underground Laboratory.
‘I need to do something about this quickly.’
Alexandro Adis had reached his limit. It was astounding that he’d endured this long. If his mind completely shattered like this….
‘No.’
That would never happen. Because I would heal him.
‘First, I need to discover what curse was placed on him.’
Conveniently, Ju-hwa would be coming tomorrow with Silvien Valentino to the Theater sponsored by Concubine Teresa. And Ju-hwa was a Black Apostle.
Tap. Tap. Kanna sat in her chair and drummed her fingertips against the desk.
‘If I use Ju-hwa, I can trace the Black Apostles’ trail.’
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At that same moment, Princess Lilienne lay in her chamber, contemplating.
Was it because Kanna had returned? Memories she’d forgotten during this time came flooding back.
Kanna, who had harbored an unrequited love for Silvien Valentino. Kanna, who had chased after him relentlessly. Kanna, who had been rejected on her wedding night. And the young ladies of High Society who had mocked such a Kanna.
‘Of course, I mocked her too.’
Now, wasn’t she in the same predicament?
‘If rumors spread that I was rejected on my wedding night, everyone will mock me.’
The moment she thought this, all the composure she’d maintained until now evaporated.
Had she become complacent after achieving her lifelong desire, her goal of becoming the mistress of the Duchy of Adis?
Recently, Princess Lilienne had grown careless.
‘That’s right. I can’t leave things like this any longer.’
With her resolve set, there was no hesitation. Princess Lilienne bathed with the Maid’s assistance and applied aphrodisiac-infused fragrance all over her body.
After completing her preparations, she made her way to Orsini’s bedroom.
“The Duke is currently sleeping.”
At the Guard Knight’s words, Princess Lilienne shrugged her shoulders.
“I’ve come to sleep with him.”
“….”
The knight withdrew without resistance. Princess Lilienne snorted derisively and opened the door to enter.
And immediately, her brow furrowed.
‘Has he been drinking?’
A potent whiskey scent permeated the air.
‘I’ve never seen him drink once since inheriting his title.’
Click. After closing the door, she crept inside carefully.
Orsini lay asleep without his shirt. Upon seeing his sensual physique, a smile bloomed at the corners of Princess Lilienne’s lips.
The Duke of Adis. A man unrivaled in martial prowess.
That such a magnificent creature was her husband—she couldn’t help but smile with satisfaction. Orsini Adis was the greatest trophy Princess Lilienne had ever claimed in her life.
‘But what is that?’
Suddenly, Princess Lilienne’s gaze fixed on the nightstand.
Was that a medicine bottle?
That was when Orsini’s eyes snapped open. They were unfocused, as if he were seeing a hallucination.
“…Me?”
…What?
Princess Lilienne’s expression vanished from her face.
What did he just say?
“Kanna Adis.”
I heard that clearly.
I wish I hadn’t heard it at all.
“…”
And then focus returned to Orsini’s eyes.
His unguarded expression slowly froze over with cold realization. He had recognized who she was.
“…”
Silence descended.
Neither of them spoke.
But they both understood.
That they had been discovered. That the truth had been revealed.
Finally, Orsini spoke.
“Leave.”
Princess Lilienne turned and fled like a hunted animal, running frantically. She burst through the door and threw herself onto the bed.
What had I just witnessed? What had I just heard?
“Kanna Adis.”
That was all.
But it was enough. There was no way to misunderstand.
“Orsini Adis, you…”
I knew he harbored an unrequited love.
I knew it, but I never imagined it was for Kanna Adis!
Princess Lilienne was seized by shock. When the shock faded, a towering rage took its place.
‘That wretched beast.’
A creature who loves his own sister is my husband.
Such depravity. Such filth!
Princess Lilienne swallowed her burning fury.
But there was no help for it. He was her husband. He was her source of power. No matter how vile, she would not let him slip away.
So Kanna Adis had to be eliminated.
The sooner the better—today, this very hour.
“Knight, I need a favor.”
Princess Lilienne summoned her guard—an old knight brought from the Imperial Palace.
“You must go to my brother Argon at once. Deliver this letter to him.”
“Yes, my lady.”
“Can you return before dawn?”
“I shall do my utmost.”
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“Hahahaha!”
Argon burst into laughter.
“Oh, this is absolutely hilarious!”
I rushed over wondering what the emergency was, only to hear such delightful news.
“Honestly, Orsini Adis, you pathetic fool. How can you possibly lose control of your emotions like this?”
Becoming a drug addict, getting caught by his wife—he clicked his tongue disapprovingly and pondered for a moment.
What should I do?
‘Perhaps I’ll complicate matters a bit.’
He retrieved a box. Inside lay dozens of medicine bottles arranged in neat rows.
Commonly known as a love elixir.
A potion crafted specifically to target Silvien—to plant Ju-hwa in the heart of that iron fortress, Silvien Valentino.
So that he could share a bed with Ju-hwa and create a child.
A drug manufactured to produce a child bearing the blood of two worlds—a sacrifice capable of shattering the world’s barrier.
‘Though I haven’t been able to use it yet because of the side effects….’
It was a potion Ju-hwa had been refusing due to side effects that manifested roughly one in ten times.
‘I should give it to Princess Lilienne as a gift.’
It was my final gift as an older brother.
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【If Orsini falls in love with you, everything will be resolved.】
【This is a love elixir.】
【One drop is sufficient for an ordinary person, but for Orsini, you’ll need to use about five bottles in total.】
【After consumption, he will develop romantic feelings for the first person of the opposite sex he sees.】
【The effect is temporary, so you’ll need to administer it periodically.】
A love elixir?
I wouldn’t have believed it if it hadn’t come from Argon. Wasn’t such a thing nothing but a fairy tale fantasy?
‘Could it be something created by alchemists who use magic stones?’
I couldn’t carelessly administer an unverified substance to Orsini.
‘Orsini is my husband. If the side effects damage his health or affect his mind….’
The title would pass to another robust relative.
For example, someone like Kalen Adis.
‘That won’t do. I worked too hard to obtain this position as mistress of the Duchy!’
I couldn’t gamble with this position at stake. So what should I do?
The answer came quickly.
‘I’ll conduct an experiment.’
On Kanna Adis.
‘Besides, if Kanna falls in love with another man, things will work out perfectly.’
Princess Lilienne summoned a maid and handed her the medicine bottle.
“I’ll be having tea with Kanna this morning. Mix this into her cup.”
It was a command only possible because this maid was an extension of Princess Lilienne, brought from the Imperial Palace.
“And after that, bring me a servant. The Stable Keeper would be perfect.”
“Yes, understood.”
The lower the man’s station, the better. That way, Orsini’s self-loathing would deepen. The thought of being inferior to an old Stable Keeper might even make him abandon his mad love.
‘Orsini Adis, you should be grateful you married well.’
I would personally extinguish his insane obsession.
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The plan proceeded smoothly.
A few hours later, I invited Kanna Adis over for tea. But there was a problem.
‘Why won’t she drink it!’
That wench Kanna Adis refuses to drink the tea!
I clearly saw her take a sip, but the liquid level hadn’t decreased. In other words, she was merely pretending to drink.
‘Could she have suspected something?’
No, that couldn’t be. There’s no way the information could have leaked….
While Princess Lilienne anxiously observed, Kanna Adis was fighting against the overwhelming drowsiness creeping over her.
‘I’m dying of exhaustion.’
Like Princess Lilienne, I hadn’t slept a wink either. I’d spent the night in the Research Laboratory preparing for today’s work.
‘At least I managed to finish everything just in time.’
I suppressed a yawn and lifted the teacup.
I wanted to rest, but why did she have to invite me at a time like this….
I merely pretended to drink the tea. Ever since three years ago, when I nearly died at the hands of Prince Crescent, I’d maintained this habit.
“You look tired. Didn’t you sleep well?”
“Yes. The unfamiliar surroundings made it difficult to rest.”
“Oh my, that won’t do. This is your home, after all.”
Princess Lilienne rose and approached the window. Then she picked up the vase sitting on the windowsill.
‘What is she doing?’
I watched Princess Lilienne’s back with suspicious eyes.
‘What is she fiddling with?’
But when Princess Lilienne turned back around, her expression was composed. She approached while holding the vase.
“There’s no need to feel like a stranger. Make yourself comfortable here.”
She walked slowly, moving toward my back.
‘What is she scheming?’
What exactly is she trying to do…?
“How about we do a hobby activity together? I’ve been enjoying flower arranging lately.”
Then she stopped abruptly behind me.
“I arranged these flowers myself… Oh my!”
Splash! Cold water cascaded down onto my head. It swept across my entire face and drenched my shoulders.
“Oh dear. What shall I do! I’m so sorry.”
I calmly brushed the wet strands of hair from my forehead and spoke.
“What is the meaning of this?”
As I spoke, water that I hadn’t wiped away seeped into my lips. Seeing this, Princess Lilienne shrugged her shoulders.
“I’m sorry. My hand slipped.”
Princess Lilienne suppressed her laughter.
Perfect.
I had brought poison with me just in case and poured it into this vase, and just now a few drops entered Kanna’s mouth.
‘Now if only the Stable Keeper arrives….’
At that very moment, a knock sounded. He’s here!
“Come in!”
Princess Lilienne turned with a bright smile. Then she froze.
It was Kalen Adis.
Princess Lilienne’s head whipped toward Kanna in panic. If Kalen saw her now…!
“….”
But Kanna was already looking at Kalen Adis. Her eyes held a dazed glimmer.

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