Chapter 187

The residence of the Duke of Adelaira, a banquet hall.

In order to hold the wedding, we constantly discussed things such as the venue, schedule, cost, and decorations.

Shion and Hanette didn’t say anything, but the heads and wives of the two families took the lead and tried to decide everything.

The two can be satisfied just by getting married, so they quietly watched the process and reached the wedding day.

‘ah… The day has really come.’

Harnette chewed her lips as she sat in front of the dressing table.

This time, instead of a suit, she was wearing a wedding dress dyed in pure white.

Only five ladies-in-waiting were attached to organize things such as makeup, hair, and clothes.

I knew this day would come one day, but now only the pressure and anxiety prevailed.

‘If you say you won’t do it now… … .’

Harnette was confused but did not lose her reason.

All sorts of emotions rushed through my head, clouding my judgment.

However, because his faith in Zion was firm, he was able to endure it somehow.

‘How is Zion doing?’

You are probably being managed by touching even the smallest details like yourself.

I wonder if I am conscious of myself even though I have similar thoughts.

But until we met and talked, I wasn’t sure about anything.

‘When are you coming? Still, I think it ended sooner than me.’

I haven’t met Shion since I entered this room.

It took more time than usual to dress up, and there were things I had to pay attention to.

I’ve been to Robens, Yenid, Dain, Enrithe, Lesia, Oz, and Uter, but I can’t even see Shion’s face.

‘Well… He may be busy entertaining guests.’

Of course, there were few people who could be said to be close to him or Shion.

At best, the family, the knights of the Lihines, and the Setinos Quasar would be everything.

However, since the connections formed by the family attended the wedding, Shion had no choice but to deal with each other.

‘It’s better to call only people you know… … .’

I didn’t want to have a grandiose wedding.

I just wanted to finish quietly and receive congratulations only from people I knew well.

However, since she was the daughter of the Duke of Setinos Quasar and had made many achievements in subjugating the demons, a large number of people had no choice but to gather.

‘How do you show me like this?’

Light makeup and suits always suited her.

Originally, I would have to refuse even the wedding dress, but I couldn’t bear it.

Even if Shion understood her, she couldn’t ruin the one-time wedding.

‘After the wedding, I have to spend the first night too.’

There was something more terrifying than a wedding.

Tonight would be spent in the same room as Shion, and the trip would not be until tomorrow.

I had no choice but to do it, but I didn’t know if I could do it well.

‘Oh, I want to run away from here… … .’

There was a knock on the door from outside.

Hanette waits for the door to open with strange hope.

“I’m sorry, but would you mind stepping aside for a moment?”

Hearing a familiar voice, the ladies-in-waiting lowered their heads and quickly left.

Harnette sees her reflection through the mirror and hurriedly crouches down.

“Why are you doing that?”

“… do not know.”

“Are you ashamed?”

“Because I don’t know.”

“Can you still show me?”

“You look so ugly.”

“Have you always been beautiful to me?”

“… … .”

Hannette slowly turns her head and makes eye contact with someone.

Shion, dressed in a black suit, was looking down at him.

It was a dress for a wedding, but I thought it would look good in its own way.

“Are you ashamed of the makeup or the dress?”

“both.”

“Hmm… It looks pretty well-dressed to me.”

Shion smiles and takes a closer look.

The makeup was darker than usual, but it didn’t feel overdone.

A wedding dress replaced a suit, but it looked elegant and sophisticated.

In addition, since she was shy with her hair tied up, it came to her mind that the wedding was ahead.

“Do not lie.”

“great. Then I’ll be honest. It’s better to wear it like before, but it’s not bad now.”

“You really think so?”

“A suit is right for you. It would be better if you let your hair down too. But I think it’s okay as it is because it has a new feeling?”

“If it’s okay… … .”

Only then did Hannette straighten her back and look up at Shion.

Shion slowly bent her legs and held Hanette’s hand.

“Can you not regret it? I lack a lot.”

“That is what I want to say. Can you really marry me?”

“I can’t say I won’t do it now.”

“Looks like you hated me.”

Harnette answered curtly and narrowed her eyes.

Shion laughs and touches Hanette’s hand.

“Do you know why? If I don’t marry you, I won’t be able to bear it because I’ll be sad.”

“under! You speak well.”

“I won’t ask for anything. just… just stay by my side Can you please?”

“… So, you are preparing.”

Hannette was satisfied with the answer and quietly smiled.

He had been waiting for this day to come, and Shion was also considerate of his position.

Since she has been patient for a long time, shouldn’t she also listen to what Shion wants?

“there… Hey… … .”

“Why? Do you have any concerns?”

“After the wedding… That… it… what is it… that is… … .”

“… … .”

Shion immediately understands the meaning of the words and shows a serious expression.

He had already made an appointment with Hanette about him.

Most of all, I wanted to rest after getting married, so I thought I’d stay quiet for a while.

“Did we talk about that before? You asked me what I was going to do with Husa while I was drunk.”

“uh… uh, it was.”

“My thoughts are the same as then. I don’t want to have a heir if you don’t like it. Raising a child is not an easy task.”

“That… right.”

“if… Well… Really if you change your mind… Then I’ll think about it again. Could this have been the answer?”

Shion responds thoughtfully and reassures Hanette.

Considering the purpose of an arranged marriage, they would have to have children first, but the two families would not interfere recklessly because they had already built up reputation and achievements.

Rather, he wondered if he would watch himself and Hannett for a few years before cautiously mentioning the successor.

“Have you ever had an idea?”

“Not really. I want to play when I’m young. It’s better if you have a pretty wife by your side.”

“Is there anything you want to do?”

“Anything with you.”

“… thanks. I must do better.”

“You’re still doing well, what are you trying to do better?”

“I didn’t do anything good. You are the one who led me.”

Harnette stretched out her hand and gently caressed Shion’s cheek.

Many people called him a hero who made his achievements.

However, he did not move intentionally, and only followed Zion.

All of these results were close to those achieved by Zion, not by himself.

“Are you feeling a little more comfortable now?”

“I think I will be able to hold on.”

“Let’s finish quickly and go to rest.”

“Yeah, that’s how it should be.”

The two fall into silence and look at each other affectionately.

All that remained was to enjoy a happy life.

There will be a lot of work ahead, but even that will be enjoyed.

Because we’ll be together for the rest of our lives

‘I should do everything I can before I get old. I don’t want to regret it.’

* * *

The residence of the Duke of Adelaira, a banquet hall.

Shion and Harnette’s wedding was going smoothly.

The distinguished guests were full of connections from the Duke of Adelaira and the Marquis of Reggiard, including the direct royal family and Setinos Quasar.

Enrite led the wedding ceremony, and Brandis was officiating according to the king’s order.

“… With this, it is announced that the engagement of Zion Reggiard and Hanette Adelaira has been concluded. As a token of the marriage engagement, hand over the gift to the other party.”

Brandis finished his remarks and handed the box containing the ring to the two of them.

Shion and Hanette politely accepted the box and opened it slowly.

Shion put the ring on Hanette first, and Hanette followed suit and gave the ring.

“You and I have seen the certificates of engagement passed. No one will be able to break this engagement, and not even death will separate them.”

Brandis glanced at Enrite and winked lightly.

Enrite immediately recognized the meaning and opened her mouth.

“Next, there will be an officiating speech.”

“hehehe… … .”

Brandis clears her throat and looks down at the ceremonial door on top of the podium.

Not many sentences were written.

If it is too long, it becomes boring, and if it is too short, it loses its authority.

That’s why I had to say only the necessary words and send the two of them away quickly.

“Marriage is noble, but it is also something you see often. Can’t a man and a woman promise marriage as long as they love each other? However, since you are carrying the other person’s life with you, you shouldn’t make a rash decision.”

Brandis began reciting the officiating text in a solemn voice.

The distinguished guests listened to the words and did not even breathe.

It was an officiating ceremony with the king’s will, and it was not something to be taken lightly.

“The two people here dedicated themselves to the kingdom of Allain, and through that, the evil beasts were subdued. I decided to officiate the ceremony myself to honor the sacrifice and achievements.”

Brandis cuts off and looks back and forth between Shion and Harnette.

A tall nobleman’s son and a beautiful noblewoman’s wedding were nearing the end.

It is unknown what future will unfold for them, but their feelings for each other will not change.

“I hope there will be no two of them going to the battlefield in the future. During that time, he had fought many battles, and had crossed limbs. It’s sad to die without being able to get married, but you can’t let someone die after getting married, can’t you?”

Of course, it was not something Brandis could do according to his will.

In the event of an emergency, not only the Cetinos quasar, but also additional troops must be dispatched to the front lines.

Since Shion and Harnet were one of the main forces, I wondered if they would be summoned in some form.

“… Unfortunately, there is no advice I can give you about marriage. My way is not necessarily right, and the obvious doesn’t help. Wouldn’t it be nice to get to know each other slowly?”

Brandis closed the ceremonial door leaving the last sentence.

Even without looking at the officiating text, this content could be read perfectly.

Because everything he wanted to say was contained here.

“It is not that there is no personal wish. If there is something that upsets you, try to distance yourself for a while and then meet again to talk. Then it will work out better. Do not think that love has cooled down because your yearning has weakened. It means they got used to each other and became a real couple. finally… Make sure you have more than one child. The more the better, but not one. Wouldn’t this country and family prosper only when there are many descendants who inherited the blood of the two people?”

“uh… Well… … .”

“… … .”

Brandis slowly backed away, leaving the two shy.

Her role is over, and now all she has to do is finish the wedding.

Zion and Harnet will live together as a married couple, and the descendants of the lineage will fight for this country again.

‘Even less than two. Shouldn’t there be at least three more? No, about four… … .’