The Youngest Member Filming a Parenting Show is Adorable - Chapter 217

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Part 2, Chapter 24 (217)
“The Elves will cause the Osirian Church to be mentioned briefly, but it will fade quickly. There’s no concrete evidence, after all.”
Teharion’s plan was, in a sense, remarkably simple.
An exceedingly old plan. One that had begun when he reached a certain age.
“When Maximilian first learned to ride, you’ll remember he sat behind me on the horse.”
“I remember. You’re speaking of that day.”
The Empress exhaled a weary sigh.
The memory of that day, shared between her and Teharion.
It was then she had discerned the Emperor’s true intentions.
That he would never grant the throne to Teharion.
“I remember it vividly as well. The horse I was riding startled at the sight of a snake and bolted. It happened in an instant—no one could have prevented it.”
In that moment of falling, Teharion had witnessed the Former Emperor’s expression.
Where his alarmed gaze turned first. In that fleeting instant, he had clearly seen the glimmer of resentment directed at himself.
“We both fell from our horses, yet the Former Emperor rushed only to Maximilian.”
“…Yes. And it was you whose leg was broken.”
“Indeed. Outwardly, he disapproved of the Crown Prince’s frailty, yet he never removed him from that position.”
Teharion could never become Emperor.
Not while Maximilian existed.
Even if he eliminated the Emperor and Maximilian both, seizing the throne by force would not escape the scrutiny of the Four Great Ducal Houses.
‘They would never tolerate a tyrant.’
Moreover, Teharion lacked the military strength and command authority to accomplish such a feat.
Then he must choose the longer path.
“I was not chosen by the Phoenix, nor do I possess formidable abilities. I am neither skilled in statecraft nor exceptional with the blade.”
“That is because your father never assigned you a worthy teacher!”
“Yes, in any case. Ultimately, Maximilian and I are equally unremarkable…”
Why should he, older in years, be denied the throne?
Maximilian was denied expectation, and he was forbidden to receive it.
All because of a single circumstance of birth.
It was while lost in such contemplation that he encountered the Osirian Church.
“On the day of the Friendly Competition, we shall show you the true power we possess. Wait.”
And the heavens truly opened.
The moment the ‘Hand’ appeared, Teharion trembled.
With such power!
‘If that aids me…!’
Anything would become possible.
‘The Imperial Palace grows weaker by the day. By the time I ascend, imperial authority will pale before the nobility’s influence.’
Particularly, the Four Great Ducal Houses controlling the Empire’s various regions grated upon him.
Those who did not follow the Imperial Family.
Creatures with scarcely a shred of loyalty, yet wielding such tremendous power.
‘And the Household Masters are far too young. Each possesses a temperament difficult to manage—I shall have to attend to them throughout my entire reign.’
Whether it’s the Household Master or the heir, I want to eliminate them all—but how can I annihilate those powerful ones?
While I was contemplating such matters, the Osirian Church made contact with me once again, this time in secret.
For me, there was no reason to refuse their proposal.
“What they desire is Superti Fasayen.”
“I know that. That’s why I spread the rumor that the child is a saint.”
“Yes. It’s beneficial for us as well that Superti Fasayen is a saint. After all, it’s a title meaning ‘victim’ or ‘sacrifice.'”
Superti Fasayen will inevitably enter the Tower of Paradise.
I’ve arranged it that way.
‘She’ll have no choice but to enter willingly, if only because of public opinion.’
Today, I confirmed with my own eyes that she lacks the temperament to ignore the people’s expectations.
‘Going out of her way for those insignificant creatures.’
She doesn’t realize that such a heart will eventually become her poison.
In any case, once Superti Fasayen enters the tower, the Laximon Household Master will naturally follow her inside—and Belarion will have no choice but to participate as well.
As for Isthel, since they erected the tower there, they should be the first to step forward.
‘The young blood of the great ducal houses will perish all at once.’
While the entire nation falls into chaos, Teharion will seize imperial authority.
It’s possible.
The Osirian Church has already promised Maximilian’s death.
“The Church Leader has no interest in the imperial throne. They merely desire the materials for the resurrection ritual. Our desires are clear—what’s the problem?”
The fact that the tower has been erected means the Osirian Church has nearly completed their preparations.
It also means the time has come for the Emperor to die.
“Ah, don’t attend any parties starting tonight.”
The maidservant returned, but Teharion didn’t even touch his teacup.
“Everything will happen soon.”
Rising with that characteristically enigmatic smile, he left the reception room and drew a deep breath.
Thinking that tonight, he should add a bit more poison to the Emperor’s medicine.
Even if the imperial throne was his excessive ambition—
there was no one who possessed the right to obstruct a right he was born with.
Except for that foolish and pathetic Maximilian.
Chapter 19. A Love Triangle and a Party
The next morning, the Empress cancelled her scheduled meetings and summoned only the Household Masters of each family separately.
Around noon, when I found myself suddenly with nothing to do, my Aunt Cecilia appeared before me.
As soon as she finished her meal, she dragged me into preparations for various parties.
“Goodness, I’m exhausted. When you were wandering outside the household, you didn’t manage yourself at all, did you?”
“Ahaha….”
“This won’t do. Don’t even think about going anywhere today.”
“Yes, yes.”
After receiving a barrage of treatments—massages to reduce puffiness, nail care, skincare—my entire body felt languid, and just then, a light rain began falling outside the window, gently moistening the earth.
Thanks to it, a subtle earthy fragrance spread throughout the room, and my mood became quite pleasant.
Though I am worried about the tower—
‘For now, I’m neither the Household Master nor the heir, so there’s nothing I can do by stepping forward.’
At that moment, my Aunt, who had been stroking my hair, suddenly spoke up without warning.
“You must never think of entering that tower. I’ll go in your place instead.”
“I wasn’t planning to go, Aunt.”
“Whether Diolrose Belarion is there or not, don’t you dare think of going. Do you understand?”
Though her tone was scolding, I knew it stemmed from love and concern, so I laughed it off.
Besides, I truly had no intention of entering it anyway.
“I met your father earlier and heard from him. The Imperial Family will send an investigation team first.”
“That’s fortunate. The people of Isthel Territory will be able to receive help.”
“Yes. The adults will handle it. You focus on your fiancé instead.”
Cecilia’s voice carried an unmistakable firmness.
It seemed she wouldn’t send me out no matter what happened, but truthfully, there was no need for her to be so stern… because the Spirit Kings were also unanimously discouraging me.
[The Emotion Spirit King ‘■■■’ strongly agrees with Cecilia Fasayen’s words.]
[The Luck Spirit King ‘■■■■■■’ urges you on, saying that marrying a red-haired man will bring abundant fortune.]
[The Flame Spirit King ‘Flammeus’ casts a vote for Maximilian simply because he has red hair.]
[The Earth Spirit King ‘■’ recommends Blake Isshel as well, saying he is as solid and deep-rooted as an ancient tree.]
[The Air Spirit King ‘Shapasi’ simply asks why you can’t have multiple husbands.]
Watching the cascade of glittering text, I recalled the message from Upiros that I had seen just yesterday.
[SSS-Rank Dungeon: Tower of Paradise
– A ‘growth-type dungeon’ that feeds on the life force of living beings and grows progressively stronger!
Warning: Mandatory entry requirement (3 people)]
[You must strictly adhere to the mandatory entry count!
Entering with fewer than 3 people violates the rules and results in instant death! (˃̵͈᷄⌓˂̵͈᷅)!!!]

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