Chapter 68

Fried didn’t expect much from Shion.

It was enough to keep the marriage going smoothly with Harnette.

If that were the case, he would be able to solidify his relationship with the Duke of Adelaira, and he would be able to provide a lot of help to Shion as well.

“… Family lord, you shouldn’t give unconditional support. Even if you are considerate, shouldn’t you keep your duty?”

“Did you just say dori? Then do you think what I did to Zion was reasonable?”

“If you were born as a child of me and the family head, you should accept it. How many nobles do you think would marry the person they wanted?”

Rien tried to follow Fried’s wishes as much as possible, but when he felt it was wrong, he unconditionally expressed the opposite opinion.

Helping her husband also meant erecting the pillars of the family.

If the pillars were shaken, the family would be in danger, so they had to help at all costs.

He loved Fried more than anyone else, and he valued the Reggieard family, so he only put forth the right arguments.

“So I am going to give in. Shouldn’t I do what my parents couldn’t do?”

“Patriarch, everything is for the sake of the family. My children are going through the same things as I and the head of household did. But why do you show favoritism only to Zion?”

“Haven’t you already sacrificed yourself according to my will? I was betrothed to Hanette for the sake of the family, and now the wedding is just around the corner. What more do I have to ask for?”

“In order for the two of them to succeed, the head of the family and the Duke of Adelaira must give firm support. However, if the head of the family backs down, it may get twisted again.”

“The Duke of Adelaira only watched the two of them. Because of that, we were able to get closer to each other. Now, what do you think will happen if I or the Duke of Adelaira step forward?”

“That’s why I’m telling you that the head of the family has to step in. A good beginning does not mean a good end.”

Marriage of convenience is for both families to benefit from, and reconciliation between the parties is postponed until later.

In other words, if both families did not get what they wanted, the parties had no choice but to indirectly suffer losses.

If they didn’t take care of them continuously, in a short time they would hate each other and resent the family.

“Can’t we see it the other way around? It started off bad, but now it’s a lot better. Interfering now may alienate you from each other.”

“They are both still young. A little interference will not cause discord.”

“Even if we feel it a little bit, the two of them will take it sensitively. Think of when you married me. Do you really think she’s right?”

“… … .”

Lien hesitated, lost for words, then let out a sigh.

I wanted to object somehow, but I couldn’t refute that word.

After marrying Fried, both families constantly interfered.

I don’t know if it’s important at least, but it was to the point of being annoyed by being bothered by something insignificant.

“Does it mean that we should treat our children and daughters-in-law the same because we were harmed?”

“Not really.”

“Shion has awakened his sword skills, and Hanette is preparing for the mage examination. What do you think will happen if we interfere here?”

“… It will get in the way.”

“Of course it can help. However, you have been doing well on your own until now, so why should you step forward?”

“Your Majesty is right. But if you don’t have children or plan something else, shouldn’t you stop it?”

It was only when Shion and Hanette had children that the relationship between the two families could be solidified.

The blood of the two families were mixed into one, and the meaning became clearer because they were left as descendants.

If he didn’t see an heir in order to do something else, he wouldn’t understand, let alone the Duke of Adelaira.

“There is no reason to stop it.”

“What do you mean? Is there any reason to stop it?”

“If you have children now, each of you will be unable to do your job. Do you mean to throw away the chance to shine the family?”

“Can’t we leave the baby to a nanny or maid?”

“Parents should not leave their children. Even if you get help from a nanny or maid, I can’t allow that much.”

Fried refills his glass and looks down gently.

If only one of the parents shows potential, you can entrust the child to the other.

However, if both have outstanding qualities, it is not necessary to give birth to children, but to provide an environment in which they can thrive.

Above all, if Shion and Hanette moved together, the relationship between the two families would be highlighted, so there would be no need to dwell on descendants.

“But, my lord… … .”

“I have always respected your wishes. However, this must be done according to my will. do not dry If the Duke of Adelaira opposes it, I will definitely persuade him.”

“… … .”

Ryan didn’t open his mouth any longer.

I wasn’t particularly angry or sad.

It’s just that Fried drew the line first, so as a wife, I just followed his will.

‘I’m sure the Duke of Adelaira won’t see it well… how are you going to… … .’

* * *

Rivdad Magic Society, First Training Room.

In order for a wizard to take the mage examination, he must join the Magic Society.

The place of examination is designated by the magic society to which the wizard belongs, and all the heads of the headquarters are gathered.

Headquarters heads of the society were supposed to evaluate the magician and decide whether he passed or not on the spot.

‘It must be the president of the Logos Society.’

Harnette stabilizes the magic within her body and looks at the opponent on the other side.

I had only briefly met him, and he even invited me to become his direct disciple.

But in the end, he chose the Rivdad Magic Society, so he couldn’t help but feel a little uncomfortable.

‘Because I use fire magic… I can’t help it.’

The mage screening takes the attribute magic used by the mage as a reference point.

According to attribute magic, the president of each magic society is decided as the judge, and the other presidents observe the process and examine in detail.

Since the Logos Magic Society adopted fire magic as a major study, of course there was no choice but to come into contact with Harnet.

‘Maybe it will fall?’

Harnette had been enrolled in the Rivdad Magic Society for a month and barely passed two weeks.

It was a little early, but I didn’t apply for the mage examination because I was confident that I would pass.

I just thought that if I had experienced it in advance, I would be able to catch it quickly.

‘Why did I accept it?’

Harnette thought that she would not be allowed, so she applied for a mage examination.

However, Walter readily accepted the request, and he had to obtain consent from the other presidents as well.

Even Zion had doubts about the permission being granted, and the other members were amazed, saying it was rare.

‘It only needs to be attached within six months.’

Shion said that the sooner he passed the mage examination, the easier it would be to convince him.

The mage screening itself was a test to verify one’s potential and skills, and could also be used as a basis for the founding of the Knights.

In other words, he had to convince Robbins and Fried in order to be allowed to establish the Knights Templar.

‘I don’t have much time.’

The six-month period was the condition for withdrawing from the Rivdad Magic Society.

Apart from that, the marriage with Zion had about a month left.

Since the wedding could be delayed only by creating a knighthood, he had to obtain the title of mage as soon as possible.

‘Not yet… … .’

It wasn’t that I hated Zion or that I was avoiding marriage.

I just wanted to prove my worth.

That he is not an idiot, and that he can faithfully fulfill his role as a wizard.

After getting a satisfactory result, wouldn’t it be possible to accept marriage with Zion from then on?

‘I can delay it for a month or two. Let’s stick together in three months. only in three months… … .’

“I’ll count to five from now. After that, the judging begins! 5, 4… … .”

The wizard outside the training room raised his hand and started counting.

Harnette raises her magic power and finds someone.

Shion was standing next to the presidents, looking only at herself.

‘you can do it.’

Harnette nodded lightly and turned her gaze to the judge.

The president of Logos was moving slowly with a solemn expression on his face.

“One. start!”

With a shout, two flames rose violently.

At the same time, the wizards standing on both sides release their magic and prepare to intervene.

In case of an emergency, a separate wizard was placed.

The bright red flame stretched out and flew toward the center of the training room.

Eventually, the two flames collide and mix in a dizzying way.

However, one side began to be pushed away slowly, and Harnette bit her lip and hurriedly controlled her magic power.

‘It holds up pretty well.’

From the beginning, the head of the Logos Society was controlling his mana and putting pressure on Harnet.

It was not a battle, it was a screening, so it was to use magic only on the line of grasping skills.

Of course, Harnett was following along well, but the president of Logos was gradually increasing the power and speed of magic.

‘I did get a lot better.’

Shion had always watched Harnette train her magic.

No matter what time it was, I did my best, and I tried to continue to learn from the members.

With steady efforts combined with superior talent, there was no choice but to grow rapidly.

If Hannett had not reached the proper level, the presidents of the society would not have stopped the review first.

‘It seems a bit difficult right now.’

Shion is confident and puts down the expectations he had been harboring.

The flames of the logos president spread wider, and the flames of Harnett were gradually fading.

The presidents of the society were still observing it carefully, but they would soon change their minds and decide to drop it.

‘How should I comfort you?’

Hannett had been training every single day to meet the deadline.

He couldn’t tolerate even a short break, and even if he returned to his room, he wouldn’t give up on strengthening his magic power.

If I were to drop out like this, I would feel very sorry and regret it.

‘If that’s the case… … .’

Shion stunned for a moment and opened her eyes wide.

The presidents of the society show various reactions and keep an eye on Hannett.

Harnett’s flames suddenly contracted and began to spread rapidly.

‘no way… … .’

The flame of the Logos Society President could not overcome the momentum and was fading little by little.

Harnett’s flames sway unsteadily, but rush forward without hesitation.

Shion examines Harnet and immediately notices the change.

‘The color of your eyes has changed. Are you communicating with the demonic sword?’