Because He Has a Time Limit, He Becomes the Villain's Son-in-law

KDMBW, DMMP - Chapter 44

...Because She Had A Time Limit, She Became The Villain's Daughter-in-law - Chapter 44...

Translator and Editor: Skye and the Prophet

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Chapter 44's

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With Karen's arrival, the Duke's residence became extremely busy.

"I can't believe that you're married—" said Karen, hugging me half while continuing her words.

"Because Laria is only fourteen years old."

"So?'

Duke Icard spoke in a calm voice. He looked at her and added.

"What do you want?"

"I mean, I can't leave him alone at Duke's house where there's no one else but him."

His arms wrapped around my shoulders as he spoke.

I was lost in thought. To be honest, if I did not see her staring at the jewelry spread by the jewelry store, I would trust her words to some extent.

But, his eyes were too sincere.

'Also, you always recognize your own kind... And I mean not me, but the jewelry.'

Moreover, I instinctively thought about how Karen was not in a hurry to meet me after hearing the news about my family.

“So, aren't there still blood relatives here that this poor boy can rely on?”

Huh…

Somehow, it felt as if he had not come here for a one-time money opportunity.

Indeed, if he had expected a little money, he would have already visited Duke Icard by the time I got married, saying that my father owed him money. Then, the Duke of Icard would give him everything he wanted.

"With so many choices…"

However, just in case, I did a little tinkering and asked, “Do you need money, or does my dad owe you money?”

"Of course not! See my appearance.”

Karen said with a loud refusal.

“Do I lack anything? I came here purely because I was worried about you. How can I leave you alone? You are young."

'As I thought, it's not a one-time payment. So, if he doesn't want the money now…'

I was looking deeply.

"He wants more money in the future."

Karen hugged me once more, and in a sweet voice.

“Didn't you think the same, Laria? How lonely are you that you are left alone like this.”.

I was the only one who could openly dislike him. Duke Icard and Evan won't be able to be rude to the only family that comes to visit me after such a long time.

So, I replied, looking as innocent as possible.

“I'm not lonely at all because dad and Evan were so nice to me. I am much happier than when I was with Count Rossi. ”

Hearing my words, Duke Icard could not control his expression and coughed awkwardly. Evan also pursed his lips so that his laughter did not come out too hard until the back of his neck was red.

Duke Icard and Evan must be proud of what I said, even though I am beset with different emotions and feelings now.

Although they just have to be proud of what I said, they seem to have mixed emotions.

'I think the rumor spread that Duke Icard liked me enough because he wasted a lot of money on repairing the villa. Yes..there may be at least one genuine relative who will lurk trying to get soy powder.'

[T/N: Idiom, meaning someone who wants to benefit through the work of others. ]

Well, if it's just one, it's a relief.

'I suppose it might be a common case to think that just because we have blood ties, I will be able to share what I have ... Still, I am a person who does not think about consideration and sharing.'

Besides, there's something else on my mind.

'Don't make Duke Icard too upset. He's already spent a lot of money because of me.'

If I let Karen stay here, I don't know what will happen later.

At first, Duke Icard might just be annoyed at him, so he might just give him a few cents, but if repeated, he might want to kill me quickly…

'We need to make this clear at this point so that these arrogant relatives who want to steal this money can't approach us in the future.'

The only problem was that I could not simply expel him from the duke without reason or justification. If so, then—

"Cough, cough, cough!"

At that moment, I hid into Karen's arms and suddenly started coughing.

As expected…

Karen must have come here in full dress to make sure that we knew she lived well herself.

"Oh…! My God?!"

"Thuk uhuk! Coooouugggggghhh—!”

This is the only weapon I have that I can use effectively. There was no wealth, no reputation, just a cough. Fortunately, I was skilled at using that weapon.

“La, Lara? What's wrong?"

"MST. Ka-karen! Help me.. I have to go see Serena.”

Karen was forced to help her wake up in the living room. Well, it was not like he could resist after all the commotion with all the blood next to him.

“And... dad... Cough!”

I spoke in a faint voice.

“I don't think I'll see any more gems.but 'Tears of the Spring Leaves' is so pretty. Cough! Cough! I thought it would be beautiful... Cough!”

"Well, I'll buy it right away and send it to Lisa."

Duke Icard answered quickly, and I finally left the room with Karen.

Helping me, he asked silently.

“I... I was told that you will get treatment. Is that really painful? They said it wasn't a serious illness.”

“It's okay, Karin. Although, as Karen said, I really need to bleed a lot. I think you are the most reliable. Because after all we are talking about inbreeding.”

Since she mentioned how she wanted and was determined to come here for me, I decided to show my complete dependence on her from now on.

Lisa greeted me in surprise as soon as I got to the room as I leaned on Karen.

“Nona Laria, are you okay? You must have coughed a lot more. ”

"Lisa's."

I held onto Karen and spoke softly, "Why don't you take five days off?"

"What's? Why?"

“This is Miss Karen Maria Rossry, my father's cousin.”

“Yes, hello.”

Even before Lisa could finish her hasty greeting, I smiled gently and turned my head towards Karen.

“She said she came to the Duke's house for me.Even if you are a fallen noble, you can serve me as a servant, right?”

“Laria? A maid? What do you mean…"

"Then…"

I flinched, naive, with my eyes wide open and continued my words.

“How will we stay together?”

"Huh…?"

“If you are not a maid...don't tell me, you want to be Duchess here?”

I said it lightly, but Karen turned her head slightly in a timid manner.

"…healthy. I thought it wouldn't be too bad if I was with you for a long time, but—”

Oh my…

'No, even if you're greedy, you're daydreaming.'

I know he wants to take a lot of money in the future, although I don't think he can be so shameless.

“Cough, cough, cough—Cough!”

I hugged Karen again and started coughing again.

Even if it's disgusting, I can't stay quiet and watch. However, the situation is still the best. I couldn't possibly kick him out and say, 'You're here for money!' ss he seemed to be doing his best to deal with my cough.

Still, I have built up a good and good appearance, good enough to exorcise demons... Nonetheless, I am someone who will find my way even in a bad situation.

“Please bring Serena... Cough!”

'If it goes according to my plan, I might be considered by Duke Icard as the poorest orphan in the world. Still, I can't help it. Maybe, he'll be more sympathetic.'

Just a day or two would be meaningless and miserable.

“O, and.”.

I looked at Lisa and spoke as if something had suddenly popped into my mind.

“Father will give me the original 'Tears of the Spring Leaves' as a gift. He said he'd send it to you, so when you get it, put it in my first drawer.”

“Yeah, I get it. Amazingly, the original product is on the market. It would be better to store it well and wear it for the first time at a banquet.”

Lisa, like a capable servant, immediately realized the name of the jewel 'Tears of the Spring Leaves,' and how precious it was.

…But, of course, Lisa wasn't the only one who noticed it.