Civil Servant in a Romance Fantasy

244 – Happy End of Year – 1

I haven’t had a proper conversation with Sangvis since the Room of Truth incident. It’s not because the Iron-Blooded Workers turned away from me. I just didn’t have time to stay in the castle because of the Ulken tour with Marghetta as my guide.

After spending about three days on such an exciting tour of the duchy, a call from Sangvis came. It’s time to release them from the castle.

Still, I wasn’t particularly afraid of this call.

“Are you here?”

“Yes, sir.”

“It doesn’t matter when you’re at work, but in private, call me master.”

“Okay, master craftsman.”

The resentment caused by the looting of her youngest daughter was relieved by her youngest daughter’s charms.

“Still, if I say thank you to my father-in-law or love him, he won’t like it.”

Suggestions to lower the rage of the Iron-Blooded Ball even a little. Fortunately, Marghetta accepted the offer. He ran to the iron-blooded worker and told him he loved him.

Thanks to that, the iron-blooded worker’s eyes looking at me were so peaceful. He’s not friendly or warm, but at least he doesn’t have any negative feelings. I’m satisfied with that too.

“The engagement ceremony will be skipped. When Marr graduates, she will get married right away, so there is no need for her to bother the guests with the engagement ceremony.”

Swordsmith, who was flipping through some papers, spoke softly.

“You are right.”

Skip the engagement ceremony. It’s a strange word to come out of the mouth of a daughter-in-law Sangvis, but in fact, this is normal.

Originally, the engagement ceremony tends to be small compared to the main game, the wedding ceremony. An engagement ceremony is a promise. Even the engagement parties are mostly in their early teens, or even children, let alone adults.

It’s not like I’m over twenty and engaged. Besides, as the ironclad said, the wedding is in a year, so there is no need to focus on the engagement ceremony.

“Take it.”

Swordsmith nodded at my answer and handed over the documents he was fiddling with earlier.

“It’s a coma prepared for Mar.”

“…Yes?”

With those words, a half question came out. No, why give me a coma now. Was the coma originally coming and going before marriage?

Despite my stare, the iron-blooded worker nodded his chin. As if to quickly check the contents.

‘Wow.’

And the contents of the six-page document were beyond imagination.

‘This is coma?’

I doubted my eyes for a moment. The coma I know is usually a piece of furniture, a house if it’s really big. First of all, my common sense that I built before possessing was like that.

However, what Sang-Blood Workers prepared was beyond common sense. A few buildings on the main streets of the Islands, a barony-sized territory located near the Islands.

Furthermore, this land, if I remember correctly, is thought to have an iron mine. An iron-blooded worker on the munitions training tree handed over the iron mine?

‘Is this the life of an aristocrat?’

I’m afraid. After that, carriages, ships, jewels, and gold coins do not even come into sight. When a duke goes crazy with his daughter, this monstrous coma pops out.

“I’ve already sent out four weddings, so there’s little left for Mar.”

‘Less side…’

Inadvertently, I glanced through the documents again. If this is small, how much did you spend on your eldest daughter? Did they give you three or four counties?

“Need more?”

“No, sir. It’s too much for me.”

“Then take it.”

At the sight of the iron-blooded worker talking nonchalantly, I quietly packed the documents.

Actually, I’m not even married yet, but I was already going to say that it’s too early to get a coma. However, when he saw the iron-blooded worker’s eyes, his words went back. It was a look in my eyes telling me not to be bothered and accept it obediently.

“You’re going to get married anyway, so what’s the problem? Did you mean to just get engaged and refuse to marry?”

And if you say no, it’s almost certain that something will come back. Iron-blooded balls that have been turned neutral at best can turn hostile again.

“The janitors are fairly usable guys. You can stay as they are, or you can change them to whoever you want.”

“I’ll leave it as it is.”

A generous offer to give people, not material things. I took it quickly without hesitation.

If the duke entrusts him with usefulness, he is a talent that cannot be found anywhere. If you give it to me, just take it. Even if I tried to entrust it to someone else in the first place, no one knew.

“Go out now. If you’re going back to the islands, go back.”

“Yes. I will greet you at the New Year’s ceremony.”

As if he had nothing more to say, he bowed his head several times to the iron-blooded baller who issued a congratulatory order and withdrew.

When I first came to Ulken, I was prepared to crush the limbs, but when it was time to leave, I only received presents with both hands full.

‘Thank you…’

I would not be able to reach the iron blooded, but I expressed my gratitude from the bottom of my heart. To be honest, I’m grateful that he saved my life, but he took care of me generously like this.

For now, let’s leave this to Marghetta’s Honsuni Marghetta. Anyway, when I become a count, I will manage the estate as a wife, so I have to practice in advance.

The prospective wife headed to Jedo Island, being escorted by family members. Of course, by borrowing the power of the teleport wizard.

Thanks to that, we arrived at the island earlier than originally planned. If he hadn’t visited Ulken, he would have traveled by carriage from the academy to the island, but then he would still be in the carriage. Teleport is also the best.

“Now let’s breathe.”

As soon as he arrived at the island, he patted Louise and Irina on the shoulder. To be honest, I am not the biggest victim of this Ulken trip. These are the two.

I wasn’t at ease either, but these innocent students must have been horrified. Unexpected reception with the duke, even the duke is the first wife’s father. It wouldn’t be strange if he was afraid that he might be yelled at to shut down the concubine room.

Besides, wasn’t the reason I was taken to Ulken to establish an official relationship with Marghetta? Excuse Marghetta if other prospective wives show off their presence in such a situation. That’s why these two lived like rats while in Ulken.

I managed to catch my breath while touring the dukedom, but in the evening, I had to return to the dukedom for accommodation. If the bed is uncomfortable, even breathing is pointless…

“Were you bored living in Ulken? I’m sorry, you had a really hard time.”

Marghetta knew that, so she kindly hugged Louise and Irina. Since her juniors were teasing her because of her, would she feel comfortable telling her to ride dry?

“hehehe, it’s okay. If not like this, when should I visit Ulken?”

“Me too. So don’t worry too much.”

Fortunately, the two angels smiled brightly and comforted Marghetta.

“Next time, the princess can come to our estate. Flanbell’s tulip garden is beautiful.”

Even so, when Marghetta’s expression didn’t seem to go away, Irina sneakily added.

“I will. Of course I have to go.”

At those words, Marghetta smiled as if she felt somewhat at ease.

She naturally invites her princess, who, by the way, is bound to be her eldest grandson. She is also a Yorun.

“Ah, our manor! Attini is also good to travel!”

“Whoa, is that so? What is Artini famous for?”

Towards Marghetta, who smiled slightly, Louise said confidently.

“I catch a lot of eels!”

A small smile leaked out at that confident cry. She says it’s good for traveling, so what if I mention local specialties?

“…Eel?”

But Marghetta’s meaningful voice made her look around.

Then, her stern and serious eyes greeted me. Marghetta, of course, even Irina’s gaze was fixed on me.

No, why are you looking at me at this timing? Weren’t we talking about travel destinations in harmony? It was like that until 5 seconds ago.

“Let’s talk about the trip later, let’s rest for now. Aren’t you all tired?”

I hurriedly changed the subject. It felt like if we didn’t cut off the conversation now, the conversation would go in a very subtle direction. Instinct said so.

“That’s right. Neither of you could rest in peace, so let’s go in.”

It was Margeta who felt the most dangerous signs, but fortunately she joined the conversation.

Yeah, the important thing right now is to give mentally tired kids a break. Marghetta is not one to confuse priorities.

“It’s okay to talk about travel leisurely.”

“hahahaha, let’s do that.”

I smiled awkwardly at Marghetta’s words. It seems that I will go around the territory sooner or later.

‘…Tour the Territory?’

But when she talked about Yeongji, she suddenly felt uncomfortable. I think I’m missing something, but I don’t know what I’m missing.

Well, I’ll remember when the time comes.

***

The end of the year is the time to organize the council’s activities for the year and plan next year’s activities. Of course, the county’s activities also need to be sorted out.

That’s why it’s bound to be a little busy at the end of the year. At least it’s a work of organizing documents rather than doing something directly, so it’s good, but–

“Your Excellency Iron Blooded?”

– Long time no see, Count Tylglechen.

The happy end of the year caused a stir due to the contact of the Iron Blood Workers.

It’s a strange thing. Originally, there was little contact with the iron-blooded ball, and after the iron-blooded ball entrusted most of the authority to Sogaju, there was nothing more to contact. At most, it was seen at New Year’s ceremonies.

“Have you been well?”

– Is there anything inconvenient for an elderly person who is resting comfortably? You’re doing well right.

Anyway, out of courtesy, he said hello, and Sang-Blooded Worker nodded as well. The one who contacted me first was Sang-blooded, so I’ll bring up the matter first.

– In addition, it relieved me of a lot of worries.

As expected, I corrected my posture and sat down at the words that immediately followed. I guess this is the dragon.

Inadvertently, power entered his hand. The reason why Sang-blood workers, who had no contacts, contacted him directly rather than out of nowhere and even ordered a vassal.

It will never be an ordinary thing. Before the New Year’s Celebration Ceremony, troublesome things—

– In fact, I contacted you to say hello as I became a prospective in-law. I’m busy, but I don’t know if I interrupted you.

?

‘In-law?’

I was at a loss for words. In-laws? I’m a Iron Blooded Engineer?

– Count?

But he couldn’t keep his mouth shut. The iron-blooded ball was still in front of me.

First of all, it won’t be a joke. There was no way a duke or even a Sangvis, who values his family, would do such a prank.

There are also things that just happen. Wasn’t Princess Marghetta and Carl’s relationship quite sticky? In addition, her wife also liked Gongnyeo, and even the news in the social world made the marriage between the two a fait accompli.

He was only interested in when that would happen, and whether he would be the first wife of Ma.

“Yes, in-law. I was embarrassed because it was a little unfamiliar word.”

– I understand. I felt the same way when I married my son. This time it’s an engagement, so it’s different from a wedding, but it’s not a matter of time anyway.

Anyway, I hurriedly opened my mouth, and luckily it was the correct answer. He almost became the head of a household who knew nothing about his son’s engagement.

‘I didn’t know.’

Unfortunately, I really didn’t know.

But what can I do? The marriage was left to Carl’s will and he did not interfere. That’s why, unless Carl tells me, my level of information is no more than a social rumor.

Still, I thought that would be enough. I was proud that the network I had built up so far was at a level where I could quickly grasp even a few rumors.

I didn’t know that the engagement would take place without any warning. This is the first accidental engagement like this.

After contacting Sangvis Sangvis, I hurriedly contacted her wife.

To see if your wife heard anything from Carl. If not, she would like to explain the situation before being asked by his wife to be engaged to someone else.

– Carl is engaged?

Of course, the wife didn’t know anything either. She would have told me in the first place if she had known.

– I, I, I don’t…

“His Excellency Iron-Blooded Engineers made a hasty decision. She said that she returned to the system after finishing her engagement about an hour ago, so she must have been in no mood to speak.”

I tried my best to soothe my wife who seemed to be in confusion.

This engagement was accidental and sudden. Didn’t I just say that Iron Blood Worker was over?

That’s why I couldn’t even tell Carl. He doesn’t have time to talk, he hasn’t come to his senses yet.

– Is that so?

“It’s not something to hide in the first place. Even if you hide it, it will spread quickly. Don’t worry too much about it.”

Yes, it is not something to hide.

Come to think of it, isn’t she the kind of child who would remain silent whether she was put on probation or detained? He’s just not used to talking.

…Still, I want you to tell me about this slope.