
"… I need your help." Mia said while biting her lips.
I nodded and sat across from him. Then, I watched my mother-in-law closely.
Mia was completely different from the last time I saw her. Back then, she was extremely beautiful, with gentle eyes and a gentle aura that calmed others down.
However, now, his eyes were dim, his face was haggard, and his smile seemed forced.
After a few seconds of silence, I let out a breath.
"Tell me about the situation."
Mia nodded. He then tells his story, starting from the day after the incident in the wolf forest, when his family (hera family) was declared traitor and his relatives were taken to prison with their belongings confiscated.
Afterwards, she talked about her situation with her husband and the problems in her home. At some point, he switched to telling me a story to vent his grievances.
After he finished speaking, I nodded.
“I understand the situation now. But mother-in-law, how do you want me to help you?
This time, Mia hesitated for a moment before speaking.
He knew what he was going to ask for, and he also knew my position. No matter how he looked at it, what he would ask was too shameless.
Plus, even though I was in a relationship with her daughter, I also stood in the faction opposite to her two families. Why should I help him?
When Louise saw the doubt on her mother's face. He bit his lips and opened his mouth.
“Clause, I–”
But Mia stopped him. “No, daughter. Let me.”
"But mother-"
“I'm the one who has to do it. That is the best way.” Then, Mia took a deep breath and looked at me with a determined look.
“Claus, I hope you can help me save the Hera.” family Mia said.
I didn't answer directly. Instead, I narrowed my eyes with a serious expression.
“... You know what your words mean, right?” i asked.
Mia nodded. "i know. So, I'll understand if you refuse. ”
Refusing. Why should?
This situation is the only thing I want.
Of course, Mia didn't need to know that. Therefore, I put on a troubled look before sighing resignedly. "i can help you."
"Thank you!? Thank you–”
"But I have conditions." I interrupted Mia. "If you don't agree, I won't help you."
Mia was surprised, but she understood what I meant. "Please tell me."
I was silent for a moment. Actually, I had a plan for this situation, but now, I think there is a better option.
I glanced at Ysany for a moment and nodded. Ysnay understood my point.
Smiling, he snapped his finger.
A piece of paper appeared in his hand. It was a document signed by the various departments of the empire.
I gave it to Mia without even looking at the contents.
“This is a certificate of ownership over the Hera family property,” I said with a serious look. “After what happened to the Hera family, you are the person in charge of this property. But once you sign this document, this property will be transferred to me.”
Miya surprised. He looked at the document with a look of astonishment.
“It.... How does something like this exist!? Is it legitimate?”
"yes" I said confidently in my voice.
“It's completely legitimate. Of course, I'm sure some people will try to deny its validity, but I have enough power to make it valid.”.
"Mother!" Al stood up with an angry expression, "You can't do it!"
I looked at him with an ice cold look. "Sit down!"
Al paled instantly and his body fell back into his chair.
Al is currently very afraid of me. The fact that he dared to stand up and oppose me had already consumed almost all of his courage.
But he's brave enough. Does she think I dare not touch her with her mother nearby?
Mm. I'll leave it alone for a while. Anyway, my chance is coming soon.
Mia fell silent. He knew once he signed this document, there was no turning back.
If he accepts my condition, it would be tantamount to giving up the hard work of several generations of his family.
But is there another option? Soon, his entire family will be executed.
I sighed when I saw his doubt.
“Mother-in-law, I hope you can understand my position. If I use my abilities to free your family, I need a guarantee that your family will stop opposing me.
Thus, this document will strip away your family's property and power, and put it all in my hands.However, I promise you that your family will live in peace, and when it is all over, I will, I will return this property to you.” I said.
Mia nodded. He's smart, he can understand what I mean.
However, it did not mean that he could just sign the documents.
“... I'll sign it.”
"Mother!"
"Shut up, Al" said Mia with determination.
“My selection is done. But–” He then looked at me. “I won't transfer it to you. I'll give this property to Louise.”
"Oh?" I raised an eyebrow. This woman is smart.
However, I'm fine with that. To be honest, I don't care about this property. My goal is only to get Mia on my ship and strengthen my sister faction, not to obtain this property.
Once Mia signs the documents, she won't be able to return. At that time, my losses will be more than now.
Plus, Mia is still indebted to me from the bet we made earlier. And I will definitely find the best way to use it, though,
“Alright, I agree.” I said without hesitation and looked at Louise. "Darling, you sign here."
“... Are you sure, Claus?” Louise was a little hesitant. "I-This is very important …"
I'm nodding. "Don't worry, I'll trust you."
Louise's face was smiling. He then took out a pen and signed the documents.
Mia signed after him.
Al stared at the entire process with red eyes. He looked at his mother and sister as if they had betrayed him.
But for Mia, this was the best option to save her family.
"Good." I nodded with a smile. “Don't worry, mother-in-law.I'll make sure the people from the Hera family are released before one week is up. By the way, you said you left Riea's house, right? Any idea where you're going to live now? ”
Miya shook her head. “To be honest, I hope you can help me with that too.”
I curled my lips upwards. “Send me then. Louise had already told me that she wanted to leave the house, and to be honest, I was also uncomfortable living in the palace. I'll let you stay at one of my places tonight and tomorrow we'll move to the place we'll be staying from today onwards.”
"Thank you!?" Louise and Claire looked at me excitedly.
I nodded at the two beautiful girls and smiled.
"Of course, when have I ever lied to you?"