And whats her type?


    Isnt she annoying[1]? From the moment she was born, she hascked nothing.


    That makes sense. On the surface, Ciel seemed tock nothing.


    A powerful father, a loving mother, three strong brothers, and a sweet sister. Great magic that she inherited from her father and the beautiful appearance she inherited from her mother.


    QC/N: Dang when you put it like that, it sounds real nice


    Even Alex wouldnt have felt affection towards Ciel if he hadnt met her in person.


    Its not like that. Shes pretty cute when you get to know her.


    That was true, especially when she looked embarrassed. And when shes bragging about her sister with clumsy lies that clearly show her intentions.


    PR/N: Alex you cute baby thinking about Ciel that way


    Knowing that she was a foster daughter, Ciels efforts to provide a way to live for her older sister were remarkable.


    Ive been told that shes the most beautiful woman in the Empire. She must be quite a beauty, considering Lord Isaacs behavior.


    No, Im not talking about looks, everything she does is cute.


    Alex recalled thest birthday party. Sir Wilhelm burst intoughter when she told him with a serious face that she would marry her older sister.


    Ive heard thedy likes her sister very much. Since her older sister is an adopted daughter, she might not like her, but she does, thats surprising.


    Would it feel like that if I had a sister?


    It was impressive for Sir Wilhelm to see the Crown Prince blindly liking someone. He shook his head at Alexs remark.


    Your Grace, I dont think so.


    Howe?


    Your Highness and Prince Stan dont get along very well.


    When he brought up his cousin, Alex closed his mouth. Stan showed his possessive desire for Ciel, as well as an open hatred.


    The moment he thought about it, an unknown emotion fluttered across Alexs mind.


    I cant let him do what he wants.


    What are you going to do?


    Ciel didnt seem to have feelings for him either. Although Alex could not approach Ciel flimsily because she is a difficult opponent, he opted to keep Ciel in mind instead of ra, as long as she cooperates.


    And she likes me.


    Ciel didnt hide her feelings. Alex vaguely guessed when he heard her saying, not to do it, as soon as he brought up his marriage with her sister.


    She probably hasnt noticed it yet, but no one has ever shown so much sincerity towards him. Seeing Ciel iming to be on his side, Alex also changed his mind.


    It will not be easy to make Valentines esteemed daughter a Crown Princess, but if her feelings are true, theres no reason for him to ignore Ciels heart.


    PR/N: Pftttt what the hell are you talking about


    For some reason, his first marriage proposal was immediately rejected, but there wont be any obstacles as long as her heart remains unchanged.


    It wasnt particrly a good thing, but an innocent smile hung around his mouth.


    Are you all right?


    No, its nothing. Lets go.


    Wilhelm had no idea what the hell happened to him.


    QC/N: Love, thats what happened


    Id like to have an audience with His Majesty, so please take care of everything.


    Ill take your orders, my lord.


    Wearing a ck cloak stained with the blood of his enemies, Alex entered the pce where no one would wee him.


    QC/N: I dont know why but I burst outughing at the first part of this


    The Emperor sat on his throne and looked down at his grown-up son.


    Youre finally back, Alex.


    I greet Your Majesty.


    Get up.


    Unlike Stan, who has never held a sword properly due to his overprotective mother, Queen Lotte, Alex inherited his fathers outstanding sword skills.


    Although he had been hiding his ability to be wary of Queen Lotte, stories about his performance on the battlefield even reached the Emperors ears.


    Good job, my son.


    I didnt expect it to take this long.


    As the Duke of Valentine openly supported the Crown Prince, Queen Lottes ns became more discreet.


    Alex was willing to take the lead because it would be difficult if there was a marriage between Stan and Ciel while he was sitting on his hands[2].


    On my way back, I stopped at the Dukes residence before entering the Pce.


    Looking at your happy expression, it seems like youve already met her.


    When the Emperor shook his head, he pretended not to know what he meant and spoke again.


    Stan was there. He was threatening Ciel.


    What?


    The Empress seems to want to connect Stan with Ciel.


    Since thest incident, Queen Lotte has somehow tried to restore her rtionship with the Valentines, but the anger of Duchess Eveness showed little sign of abating.


    When the decision to return was made, Alex notified the Emperor of his ns in advance. He decided to take the next step after receiving assurances from the Emperor that he would allow it.


    Her sister passed the pharmacist test, so Im going to hire her as a full-time pharmacist if she epts it.


    What are you going to do about the younger sister?


    Actually, Im nning to invite her into my Pce as a valued guest.


    A valued guest?


    Yes, if His Majesty gives me permission, the Duke of Valentine will not oppose the decision.


    A valued guest.


    The fact that the unmarried Crown Prince invites the single, esteemed daughter of Valentine into his Pce and she is merely referred to as a distinguished guest, could have just one meaning.


    Even though it has an overly explicit meaning, it can be said that externally, she is nothing more than a guest.


    Even if she wants to enter the Pce somehow, his father knows best that Alex is not the type to go around talking nonsense.


    Alex, who didnt trust anyone before meeting Ciel, has changed considerably. The Emperor simply chuckled at what his friend, the Duke of Valentine, would look like if he knew about it.


    I have no reason to disagree. Coming into this Pce means that my sweet Ciel wille to me every morning.


    Ciel doesnt belong to Father.


    How dare you[3].


    The Emperorughed when he saw Alex fall for those words.


    I dont care as long as Ciel marries someone and joins the Imperial family.


    If Valentines Princess married into a foreign country, the dowry alone would be tremendous.


    So if Alex had no intention, the Emperor was willing to grant the marriage between Ciel and Stan.


    QC/N: Bro you better not


    For the Emperor, who forced his younger sister to marry to gain the Winterbaum estate, it was not a losing business whether Ciel chose his nephew or his son.


    Shes so cute. Shes the spitting image of her mother in our childhood.


    Has she ever entered the Pce while I was away?


    She came a few times. Still, Stans visiting her was unexpected.


    Considering the rtionship between the Queen and the Duchess could be friendly again, Alex drew a clear line.


    Ciel doesnt like Stan. She hid behind me as soon as she saw me.


    Are you that happy?


    Although he tried to be serious, Alexs lips were obviously lifted. When he saw his son, who couldnt hide his genuine feelings like that, the Emperor clicked his tongue.


    Im sorry I couldnt hold the ceremony.


    Im fine, so pleasepensate the knights separately.


    Perhaps Ciel kissed him, the Emperor grinned in front of his son, who appeared to be overjoyed.


    Its a littlete but heres a gift.


    The Emperor offered to his son a thick bundle of documents.


    Whats this?


    Calling it a gift is a bit of an understatement. Alex scrutinized the contents of the document.


    Are there people who brought drugs into the capital?


    Actually, its a flower that hasnt been processed. Its such a tricky thing to grow, so I left it alone, but I got a report that a huge amount of supplies might be released soon.


    Solving such a big case could help Alex strengthen his position.


    But the thing is, it wasnt an easy case.


    There was no information on where or how they were grown but only reports that the item would be released.


    Try to work it out.


    Yes, Your Majesty.


    His father only gives him a chance, and whether he seeds or not depends entirely on Alexs abilities.


    He was troubled by the contents of the document. Alex decided to ask ra for advice.


    Call Theo Valentine first thing in the morning tomorrow.


    Stans behavior was rming.


    He made an appointment with Theo because it would be better to talk to her brother than to the youngdy herself.


    *  *  *


    Theo Valentine greets His Highness the Crown Prince.


    Young Duke, please speakfortably.


    Theo was quite surprised by Alexs polite attitude. He tried to swallow the bitter feelings of the two, who had seemed unusually close since the previous ball, but he also knew about the Crown Prince exchanging letters with ra.


    Ciel said she was proposed to by him, but it hasnt been confirmed yet.


    Theo bit his lips and asked bluntly.


    Ive heard rumors that you favor my sister.


    Alexs expression was unmoved by his blunt question.


    Even though he was younger than Theo, his face showed his experience.


    If youre talking about Lady ra, youre mistaken. Were just good friends.


    It was odd that he talked about ra on purpose, when people think of Theos sister, they naturally think of Ciel first.


    However, the Crown Prince only talked about ra and did not say a word about Ciel.


    Come to think of it, you helped Ciel yesterday. On behalf of the Valentines, thank you.


    When the name Ciel came out, a faint smile spread around Alexs mouth. Theo was relieved because of thepletely different response than when talking about ra.


    For now, the other two people are out[4], so please wait.


    While talking, Theo felt an abnormal signal from the ne. It was unusual.


    Your Grace, wait a minute, Ill be away for a moment.


    Theo hurried out of the room and teleported with his two brothers following the signal from the ne.


    {Help me!}


    Ciels cry came from the ne. The three brothers jumped into the old mansion without worrying about who got their first.


    As soon as they entered the ce, they found Ciel suffering from a fever surrounded by deep pink flowers that were blooming.


    Ciel!


    [1] One of the words used here () is kind ofplicated. Id say the closest definition is someone that is privileged and abuses that privilege. If you want to look into it a bit more, this person gives a pretty good exnation;its the topment thing by ruizaio


    [2] While doing nothing


    [3] This is like a yful way to say it. It can also be Cheapskate or How stingy


    [4] Referring to his other brothers