LIGHTNOVELONLINE After Resignation, I Refuse the Obsession from the Male Leads
Chapter 31
In an instant, the dining room became silent.
“She’s the one you’re going to marry, right? Right?” “Yes?” The Grand Duke shouted angrily, with the male lead staring at him with a rough expression, while my eyes trembled. ‘What did you just say?’ Even the male lead, who usually remained calm despite his annoyance, was flustered. “Wait, why are you thinking like that? We’re just mentors and juniors.” “Ha! I already heard it all from Cedric, you punk!” The Duke pointed his finger at the male lead. “The man from the North ate meat with a woman. If that’s not courting, then what is it?” “That’s called a company dinner.” “That’s really noisy!” The Grand Duke shouted and then turned to me. For a moment, I was dumbfounded, faced with an unexpected disaster. “Miss Lowell. By any chance, what is your family background?” “…Ah! I’m a commoner!” I shouted louder than usual on purpose. Wouldn’t he cancel his previous statement once he realizes my background isn’t on the same level? But the Duke smiled even more kindly. That made me even scarier. Just because a lion smiles kindly doesn’t mean the guinea pig should feel safe! “Hehe! So, you crushed those who acted all high and mighty just because of their bloodline, and became a bureaucrat with your own abilities?” “Yes?” “That’s the temperament fitting for the North. I’m quite pleased.” Even though you must have seen me completely drunk, I really appreciate your kindness in viewing me favorably. ‘Though his delusions are quite severe.’ The male lead couldn’t hold it in any longer and spoke up. He was so embarrassed by the situation that his nape had turned bright red. “Father, how many times do I have to say it? Lowell is just my junior.” “Huh…?” “We were together late last night because of a company dinner. It was dangerous due to work matters, so I couldn’t let her go alone.” “…What?” “We are not in any relationship” The Grand Duke’s face turned fierce. “You and that damn Crow brat have completely lost your minds.” “….” “So the department’s work has become dangerous? And yet you dragged such a young lady into it?” The Grand Duke’s gaze toward the male lead was filled with something close to contempt and shock. “Don’t you two men know shame! If it’s something that requires going to such lengths, I’m telling you to stop it right now!” At that moment, the male lead’s eyes became just as fierce as the Duke’s. A sharp ‘crackle’ sound seemed to resonate in the air. It was a clear sign that the magical energies of the two were clashing! “So many people died in the territory. How easy is it for you to tell us to give up?” “Do you think it’s easy for me to say that? Revenge? It’s only something to be proud of for the first few years!” The Grand Duke got up from his seat. “It’s a problem with no solution anyway! Even those more useless than you inherit their positions and live. Come to your senses…” “I have no complaints about living like this.” “You brat…!” “So please give up on my marriage.” At that harsh answer, the Grand Duke got up from his seat. However, facing me who rolled his eyes, he forced himself to raise the corners of his mouth. “I’m embarrassed to show you such a sight at this early hour, Miss Lowell…” “No, that’s not true!” “Please, finish your meal at ease before heading to work.” Not long after, the male lead, with an indifferent expression, finished his tea and got up. “If you’re done eating, should we go now, Lowell?” “Ah, yes. But is that okay?” When I asked out of concern, the male lead, like any typical son, was unsurprisingly indifferent. “In this state, no matter what I say, he won’t listen. Let’s go.” “Yeess…” I followed him outside, completely exhausted, and a carriage prepared for us was waiting. But right before I got on. ‘He’s watching from above.’ When I looked up, I saw the Grand Duke’s figure dimly reflected in the window. For some reason, I had a feeling that he would stay there until our carriage disappeared from sight. For a very long time. * * * The road to the palace wasn’t that long. However, just because the distance was short, did that mean I would feel at ease trapped inside the carriage with my mentor? “….” “….” No, it was so awkward that I almost wanted to choose walking instead. ‘On top of that, I’m a sinner who even caused a scene with a syringe.’ The reason I couldn’t easily speak wasn’t just embarrassment; there was another reason as well. ‘The Grand Duke died earlier than expected.’ That, too, would be soon. And this was also the opportunity for the male lead to reveal his ‘cursed appearance.’ ‘There was a party held in the palace between the kidnapping and smuggling incidents, right?’ A banquet to celebrate the official appointments of the new officials. But that night, a fire of unknown cause broke out. The male lead’s father ends up dying while helping others escape. …Mhm? ‘Wait. Now that I think about it, 《Beyond the Golden Gate》 was actually pretty grim, wasn’t it?’ Isn’t the original role of the male lead’s father in romance fantasy worlds to be the father-in-law who seems ready to give the world to the heroine? But he dies midway through the story? ‘The romance progressed so damn slowly, so why did this have to happen?’ Anyway, let’s get back to the main topic. Due to the accident that day, the male lead falls into deep shock and despair. ‘Being able to nag and argue like that actually means they have a good relationship, right?’ It’s understandable to fall into despair… The problem is… 【Yuriana couldn’t believe the tragedy before her eyes. “S, Senior?” It was shocking that a party that should have been a joyous occasion had turned into a tragedy. It was also tragic that her classmates and their families had collapsed. ‘Senior, why…?!’ The sturdy and refined man in his uniform was nowhere to be found. What was standing before her eyes was a black beast howling at the night sky. “Aah…” Yuriana sat down in fear, her whole body trembling, at the size of the carriage. That’s another form of Carlyle Lupesque. But at that moment, Yuriana turned around and glared. ‘No!’】 Why no? Because the male lead turned into a ‘wolf monster’ right in the middle of the palace! And all of this happened while there were people everywhere! ‘It was the reason the case resolution slowed down in the latter half.’ People were gossiping, saying, ‘Even Great Young Master Lupesque was under the influence of black magic.’ Because of that, the BM-RP Department was repeatedly held back. Therefore, in order to disband the BM-RP Department and facilitate a quick resignation, the male lead must act freely. Can’t the case be solved, even if it’s just barely? ‘Don’t make me laugh.’ I want perfect, systematic, and faster results than expected. But let’s start with the head first. “Excuse me, Senior.” “Mhm?” “I, I’m really sorry about yesterday.” “…Ah? Ahem, it’s nothing.” The male lead, who was awkwardly staring out the window just like me, cleared his throat. “First, Lowell, you should refrain from drinking.” “Yes….” “Maybe you’re not the type to drink.” “That’s not…ah, yes.” “And I’m sorry too. I acted disgracefully during the meal.” “N, no. You even gave me a guest room, so I should be the one thanking you. I didn’t even properly thank His Excellency the Grand Duke.” “….” The male lead crossed his arms and fell silent. In the end, I muttered quietly to break the awkward second silence. “…It seemed like he was really worried.” “It’s just that I can’t disclose the department’s confidential information, so he’s being so dramatic.” “….” “Since we’ve got a clue, it’ll be over eventually.” The male lead is… You’ll regret acting all cool and heartless like that, you brat. ‘Ha, what should I do? I shouldn’t meddle in other people’s family affairs so carelessly.’ Honestly, putting pressure with “You’re family, so just reconcile!” is quite bothersome. Everyone’s emotions resolve at different speeds. But the situation is urgent, so there’s nothing I can do. ‘Let’s just try to give a slightly different perspective, well.’ “Then what are you going to do when it’s over?” “Mhm?” I would greatly appreciate your continued support by leaving a positive rating on NU so I can continue translating this novel. Thank you.
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